We live better, more comfortable and fuller lives than kings did a hun- dred years ago. Modern technology, science and medicine has made it possible. The purpose of this course is to lift the fog of magic and ex- plain how it all works. Presenter: Joe Berkow, M.D. Retired Assistant Professor, Johns Hopkins School of […]
Facilitator: Rick Gold The course will help you appreciate America’s multicultural and multiracial society and learn how different ethnic, racial and religious groups celebrate their heritage. It intro- duces the concept of heritage studies, origins and evolution, problems and prospects, and challenges and contributions of six groups. January 8 - Hispanic Heritage Month Speaker: Dr. […]
Insects, from the tiny to the huge, from the beautiful to the re- pulsive, are a vital part of the Earth’s biosphere. Yet we slap them, spray them with poisons and even run screaming from a room they have innocently invaded. Can we acknowledge that insects are each and all essential to a functioning ecosystem […]
This course is in-person only. January 9 - In Living Color Speaker: JoLaine Jones-Pokorney Color may be the artist's most powerful tool. Let's look at how we are impacted by their color choices in paint- ings and sculpture. January 16 - Highlights from the Asian Collection Speaker: Linda Nickel Let's come together to get a […]
Speaker: Jacob U. Gordon, Ph.D. Come celebrate the 200th anniversary of the founding of Alachua County. In addition to lectures by the instructor, the course aims to engage guest speakers to explore selected major historical move- ments in Alachua County before and after its establishment in 1824. January 9 An overview of the course; the […]
Amore, L’Amore --- Stories of Love Facilitator: Diane Haines *A Guide to Opera and synopses for the Operas will be provided via email to registered participants. January 10 and January 17 “Romeo et Juliette” (Charles Gounod) Speaker: Diane Haines Diane’s introduction to opera began by listening to the Saturday Texaco Opera radio broadcasts. She studied […]
January 6 - Topiary as History Speaker: Roy Hunt Facilitator: TBD Topiary was popularized across the Roman Empire by Julius Caesar. Its popularity in the United States today is attributed to Walt Disney. This lecture will explore topiary’s long history as a cultural phenomenon. January 13 - Politics & Bathrooms Speaker: Lynn H. Leverty, Ph.D. […]
Intermediate German: Tuesdays 11:00-12:00pm Students should have a basic knowledge of German. The em- phasis is on reading to improve vocabulary and learning basic grammar concepts.
Advanced German: Tuesdays 1:30-2:30pm Students should have a competent knowledge of German. The emphasis is on reading to improve vocabulary and conversa- tion.
ZOOM only Presenter: Allen Zegarra Facilitator: Roanne Coplin This is a continuation of the former Advanced Spanish class. It will consist of conversation, literature and discussion. The instructor is Allen Zegarra, a Ph.D. candidate in the Latin American Literature and Culture track at the University of Florida. All are welcome! ¡Todos sois bienvenidos!
Moderators: Rick Gold, Dick Suttor The Algonquin Round Table was a group of New York City writers, critics, actors, and wits. Gathering initially as part of a practical joke, members of "The Vicious Circle", as they dubbed themselves, met for lunch each day at the Algonquin Hotel from 1919 until roughly 1929. At these luncheons, […]
Facilitator: Michael Plaut Director: Gary Langford The Oak Hammock Chamber Players are a group of instrumental musicians who enjoy playing mu- sic with others. We welcome people who play or who have once played orchestral instruments. There are no auditions, and some of our members had not played in over 50 years before joining the […]