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Topics > General Interest
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Amateur Astronomy--Understanding & Observing the Night Sky
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$72.00 (1 section available)
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Explore the scope of the universe, immense distances, stargazing equipment, the solar system, deep space, seasons and constellations. The grand finale will be "in the field," an actual observation of the night sky using various types of telescopes.
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Battles of Western Pennsylvania
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$51.00 (1 section available)
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Southwestern Pennsylvania has a rich history - which, not surprisingly, includes several battles and skirmishes. We'll look at some of these battles, from the Battle of Jumonville Glen, the Whiskey Rebellion through to the Homestead Steel Strike and beyond.
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Beginning Cursive Writing
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$92.00 (1 section available)
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Learn or learn again the art of cursive writing. This handwriting is necessary for new and old documents, especially for searching old documents that were only written in cursive.
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History of Christianity
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$72.00 (1 section available)
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Christianity has helped shape the modern world as we know it for almost 2 millennium. Yet there are many things about which people are still curious. How did early Christians worship compared to Christians today? What were the causes of the splits that occurred amongst various Christian groups...and, what is the difference between all of the denominations that exist today?
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Local Civil War Involvement
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$61.00 (1 section available)
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Discussion on Western Pennsylvania participation and contributions in the civil war.
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Social and Professional Etiquette
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$51.00 (1 section available)
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For enjoyable social or professional experiences, etiquette is the key to self-assured and successful occasions. Social graces change with the times and have been relaxed! Achieving basic skills for pleasant and polite actions will build your comfort zone and for those surrounding you. Join this class for a fun, interactive experience.
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The First World War and the World It Created
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$72.00 (1 section available)
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This course will explore an introduction to the first world war. Learn how the old world was destroyed by the war, the catastrophe of the war itself and the new world the war created.
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The History of Ireland - Legend and Literature
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$92.00 (1 section available)
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Let's learn about the history of Ireland as seen through the literature, history, and legends. We will read the greatest Irish writers and see how they tell the history of Ireland. We will look at the origins of legends, the invasion by the English, and the potato famine that led to the great migration to America.
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Wedding Planning - Everything You Need to Know
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$61.00 (1 section available)
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With the average cost of weddings skyrocketing, this course will give a broad overview of cost-saving factors when planning the big day. Gain tips budgeting, reviewing contracts, finding reputable vendors, and wedding planners. Step-by-step planning strategies will become the couple's best friend as they journey through the maze of cost-saving possibilities to have a memorable and successful wedding day.
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