Lifelong Learning

  As a kickoff to Jim Sherbert's series The Western Frontier (1820's - 1840's), Jim has chosen to start with Westward Migration and the Oregon Trail. From Lewis and Clark to the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad, Jim will provide details of the harrowing journey by wagon from Independence, Missouri to Portland, Oregon, a distance of 2100 miles! Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023 from 4:00 - 5:30 pm. $10 donation gladly [...]

Over $110 million dollars in Public and Corporate Art was lost at the World Trade Center on 9/11. This art consisted of paintings, sculpture, murals, lithographs, photographs, furniture, porcelains, and many more. Mary F. Cook, a Member of the International Foundation for Art Research in NYC will provide you with the stories and details of this lost art in a lecture on January 18, 2023 from 10:30 - 12:00. For [...]

Introduction to Mindful Meditation, Level 2 In this six-week class, students will build upon the fundamentals of mindful meditation practice. Designed for beginning and early-stage meditators, this class uses the basic foundations of meditation practice to deepen and explore your mindfulness journey. Instruction will include practicing with the seven factors of awakening, amongst other techniques. All are welcome. The instructor will lead guided meditations during class sessions. Instructor, Daniel Wayne [...]

The United States Supreme Court Building at sunset in Washington DC, USA.   The Supreme Court is the highest legal authority in the nation and a coequal branch of the federal government. The Supreme Court's role, purpose and limits of authority are often misunderstood. We will examine the formation of the Court and the scope of its power and influence. We will examine why the United States is [...]