Festivals: 26th Annual Oktoberfest at Germantown
Ages: Great fun with music on three stages, teen band showcase, community stage entertainment, crafts, exhibits, food and beverage vendors, pumpkin painting, children's games, scarecrow making, fireworks and more!
Fee: None--family-oriented
Website: www.germantownoktoberfest.org
Location, Date, Day and Time:
Ridge Road Recreational Park, Oct. 4, Saturday, 11 a.m.-dark

Dance: Learn the Charleston
Learn the basics of this spirited 8-count swing dance that originated in the 1920s. Progress through side-by-side, face-to-face, and Charleston kick variations. Dance music includes ragtime, jazz, as well as a more contemporary swing. Partners welcome, but not required. Instructors. For additional information e-mail the instructor at lisanewell2000@yahoo.com.
Ages: 16 and above
Sessions: 10 for $70
Instructor: Lisa Newell
Course Numbers, Location, Start Dates, Class Days and Time:
224001 Upper County CC, Sept. 24, Wednesdays, 8-9 p.m.

Crafts: Beginning Pottery at East County
If you have wanted to try pottery, this is the for you! Designed as an introductory class, you will learn hand-building and wheel-throwing, decorating and glazing. A $25 material fee covers 25 pounds of clay, glazes, slips and other consumables due to instructor at class.
Ages: 16 and above
Sessions: 6 for $95
Instructor: Pamela Reid
Course Numbers, Location, Start Dates, Class Days and Time:
224152 East County CC, Oct. 1, Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m.

Aquatics: Water PIlates, Aerobics, Exercises and More!
Water fitness is growing quickly and MCRD is right on the cutting edge with our top-notch aquatics programs. Look for classes in water exercise, deep water running, water aerobics, Pilates, body sculpting, aqua core power, exercise for arthritis and more! See pages 8-9 of the Fall Guide.
Ages: All ages.
Fee: 10-13 sessions for $53-$90.
Locations, Start Dates, Days and Time:
All Indoor Swim Centers, early September, Mondays-Saturdays

Seniors: Walk Pickett’s Charge at Gettysburg
Walk across the battlefield in the footsteps of the men who fought in “Pickett’s Charge,” the decisive third day at the Battle of Gettysburg. Listen as Ed Bearss, retired Park Service Chief Historian and noted author, describes the battle in vivid detail. Lunch (included) at General Pickett’s Buffet.
Ages 55 and above: Part of the SOAR program, each trip requires a substantial amount of walking and/or physical exertion. Also visit the new, highly touted visitors center at Gettysburg. Trip is by motorcoach.
Sessions: 1 for $59
Course Numbers, Location, Start Dates, Class Days and Time:
224608 Holiday Park Senior Center, Oct. 13, Monday, 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m.
224609 Holiday Park Senior Center, Oct. 14, Tuesday, 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m.
224608 Holiday Park Senior Center, Oct. 22, Wednesday, 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m.

Cooking: Tailgating Delights
Ages 15 and above: How to be the hit of the parking lot or your own tailgate party at home before the big game. This class will take you to a new level of ballyard cuisine, commonly called tailgating. We’ll do foods that will set you apart from the crowd. This is the ultimate tailgate party. You might even want to wear a tuxedo to this one! Take home the recipes. A $15 food fee due the instructor at class.
Sessions: 1 for $50
Instructor: James Davis
Course Numbers, Location, Start Dates, Class Days and Time:
226731 Ross Boddy CC, Oct. 11, Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Gaming: Congress of Gamers
Gaming convention features open gaming for strategy, war and miniature games, as well as tournaments. Call 240-777-6960 for more info.
Ages: All ages, levels.
Fee: $5 per day
Location, Start Dates, Days and Time:
Bauer Drive CC, Sept. 20-21, Saturday-Sunday, 8:30 a.m.-noon; 8:30 a.m.-6p

Family: FunFest at Potomac
Annual event is great fun for the entire family with carnival games, giant slide, bingo, moonbounces, deejay, food, prizes and more.
Ages: All ages.
Fee: $5 bingo, $5 games.
Location, Start Dates, Days and Time:
Potomac CC, Sept. 26, Sunday, 4-9p