Cultural
Performances, exhibitions, recitals, and other cultural activities or those by supporters of the arts
"The Wreck of the Royal Tar" with Author Jane Parks Gardner
Based on her new book The Wreck of the Royal Tar, author Jane Parks Gardner presents a gripping multimedia program that brings to life one of New England's most haunting maritime disasters. The talk explores the history of the ill-fated steamship, the immigrant experience of many passengers, the colorful world of 19th-century traveling circuses, and the perils of sea travel in the 1830s.
(HYBRID) Adventures in Nova Scotia: Exploring History and Nature
Join Joy from Joys of Nature and learn about the history and nature of Nova Scotia, as well as its long ties to New England. See how farming has changed in the Annapolis Valley from the unique techniques of the earliest French settlers of Grand Pre, now a UNESCO World Heritage site, to the vineyards of today.
(HYBRID) New Zealand: Penguins, Parrots & Pods
Join Joy (Joys of Nature) virtually or in person and experience the sights and sounds of New Zealand animal life!New Zealand is home to many rare birds and marine mammals including the comical yellow-eyed penguin. Watch and listen as the yellow-eyed penguin returns from the ocean to feed its chick and the Antipodes Island parrot demonstrates looks, personality and talent.
(VIRTUAL) "Artificial Stupelligence: The Hilarious Truth About AI" with Author Lynn Raebsamen
Join us for a talk with author Lynn Raebsamen, a finance expert and tech enthusiast, who shines a light on the Artificial Intelligence that just knocks the fear out of us. She'll be chatting about her book, Artificial Stupelligence: The Hilarious Truth About AI, the laugh-out-loud guide to the brilliance--and blunders--of AI.
(VIRTUAL) "Captain Kidd: A True Story of Treasure and Betrayal" with Author Samuel Marquis
We are excited to chat with author Samuel Marquis about his most recent book, Captain Kidd: A True Story of Treasure and Betrayal which is both thrilling and tragic. Behind the legend is a real man woven into the tapestry of early America, rendering him a unique colonial hero and scapegoat whose life story was fascinating, exciting, bizarre, and heartrending.
(VIRTUAL) "Dead End Road" with True Crime Author E.C. Hanson
In June 1977, Renee Freer, nicknamed Giggles, went out to play with her friends. A few hours later, she was found dead. In a true crime book unlike most, E. C. Hanson stumbles upon an unsolved murder case that haunted his former stepfather. Unable to get specifics from the old and new guard of detectives, Hanson forges ahead, mining what he can from previously released articles and people who lived in the neighborhood at the time.
(VIRTUAL) "The Wisdom of Morrie" with Author (and son of Morrie) Rob Schwartz
For 30 years, Morrie Schwartz's wisdom has resonated with people around the world largely due to the beloved, best-selling memoir, Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom. Now we have the opportunity to speak with Morrie's son, Rob Schwartz, about the book The Wisdom of Morrie.
(VIRTUAL) "The Women of Arlington Hall" with Author Jane Healey
Join author Jane Healey for a conversation about her most recent release, The Women of Arlington Hall, a historical fiction novel about love, loyalty, betrayal, and Cold War spy games. The book delves into the life of a female codebreaker who puts her future and her heart on the line.
(VIRTUAL) "Thomas More: A Life" with Author and Historian Joanne Paul
This one is for our history buffs out there! Join author and historian Joanne Paul as she discusses her book, Thomas More: A Life, the definitive biography of the man who dominated political and intellectual circles in England during the sixteenth century.