Join Heather Wolf, author of Find More Birds: 111 Surprising Ways to Spot Birds Wherever You Are and Birding at the Bridge: In Search of Every Bird on the Brooklyn Waterfront, as she discusses the many fascinating functions of bird feathers--they're not just for flight and warmth! Heather will share beautiful photos and leave plenty of time for Q&A.
Author Matthew Algeo will discuss his latest book New York's Secret Subway: The Underground Genius of Alfred Beach and the Origins of Mass Transit. The book provides historical context for today's clashes between public interests and powerful business and political groups.
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with author J. D. Dickey discussing his book, Boston, 1776: A Rogue Tour of Revolution City. Relive the chaos, courage, and color of the American Revolution's capital city while meeting those who led the fight in the nation's War of Independence.
Historian Bruce E. Mowday will be discussing the common soldier at Valley Forge with a strong New England connection: Connecticut's own Joseph Plum Martin and his diary. We hope you can join us for this fascinating conversation! **Due to limited space, please register only if you can watch the presentation live.
Gracia Collins Rich--independent scholar, author and avid reader-- will be discussing the invaluable contributions of Black Americans during the Revolutionary War and how their extraordinary efforts helped bring about U. S. Independence. In her work, Gracia discusses all aspects of US History, no matter how uncomfortable, because she believes it will lead to a better understanding of this country.
Just in time for the Fall, comfort food for the soul! Learn how to make Sloppy Joes and Deep Dish Cookie Pies with chef Heidi McIndoo! And, with yummy, nutritious food like this, there's no guilt in having dessert first! Recipes will be sent out prior to the program so you can cook along if you'd like.
We are offering this Zoom presentation to help high school juniors and their parents understand how to use the upcoming summer productively to create a compelling college application. We will cover the college application process, including current admissions trends, writing the personal statement and supplemental essays, securing strong teacher recommendations, and understanding how students can position themselves to increase their chances of admission.
We are offering this Zoom presentation to help high school juniors and their parents understand how to use the upcoming summer productively to create a compelling college application. We will cover the college application process, including current admissions trends, writing the personal statement and supplemental essays, securing strong teacher recommendations, and understanding how students can position themselves to increase their chances of admission.
Day trips and vacations are supposed to be fun, log on and learn how to take the stress out of the planning and packing. Join expert organizer and author Jamie Novak when she shares what to pack, what to skip, how to get it all in the suitcase and what to put on the before you leave checklist.
From Race Point Light all the way to Nobska Point Light - learn the history and hear personal stories about Cape Cod's amazing lighthouses. Presented by Jeremy D'Entremont, who is the historian of the U. S. Lighthouse Society and has led group tours of Cape Cod lighthouses.
