Event List

Versatile, dependable, and affordable, the Little Black Dress, or “LBD,” has become the fashion equivalent of a Model T Ford. In this illustrated lecture, historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., explores the history of this fashion icon.

Join us for this delightful exposé of how country music turned rock, ushered in by the twangy guitar sound of Roger McGuinn's, The Byrds and brought to fruition by the Eagles and their first album which hit the charts in 1972.

Berthe Weill is largely unknown, yet she discovered artists who are now household names, including Matisse and Picasso. She was the first dealer to give solo shows to Diego Rivera and Amedeo Modigliani.

Art and Susan Zuckerman will present their Holiday Lights presentation which includes things like the Rockefeller Christmas tree origins and interesting tidbits, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and balloon blow up, the "real" Scrooge, Bing Cros

Uncover the rich history and cultural significance behind cherished customs such as the Advent calendar, Christkindlmarkt, and St. Nicholas Day.

Researching in the United States prior to 1850 presents unique challenges. Records contain less information, are seldom indexed, and can be difficult to find.

Art historian Michael Norris will trace the evolution of a Greek bishop from Roman-era Turkey into a beloved saint, using centuries of art.  He will also explore how Saint Nicholas transformed into the Santa Claus we know today.

Experience Peter Mandel's most extreme travel experiences - surviving a coup in Ecuador, visiting a "city" of penguins at the South Pole, fishing for piranha on Brazil's Rio Negro, floating in the Good year Blimp, sailing on an Arctic ice breaker,

Considered the greatest singer of the 20th Century, Frank Sinatra earned nicknames such as Ol’ Blue Eyes and The Chairman of the Board.

Join us for an engaging presentation on functional heart health, where we’ll explore how lifestyle, nutrition, stress management, and targeted support all work together to keep your heart strong.

Robin Hoffman and Jodi Stiffelman of ArtScapades will discuss the work of three artists who were working in Harlem at the height of The Harlem Renaissance: William H.