Hi Russell (and anyone else in the same position),
You can take the online class and not show up to the study group. Also, you can use this Google Group to post questions and join online discussions in addition to whatever the online class offers for help.
Further, we have not determined if Thursday is the day we will meet each week. We will discuss when and where to meet on Thursday. We may choose to rotate locations and days so people who are not as available can catch up at times they can meet.
We'll know more on Thursday and post that information online. While I can't promise anything, I have noted that Thursdays don't work for you.
My preference will be to alternate days of the week every other week so everyone that has a limited schedule has the option to show up to have in person help.
Mitch