Harrisburg Region

By the time we have entered a retirement community, we are facing the end of life. Because of this, we spend a lot of time thinking (and discussing) death and dying. Practical issues like pain, dependency, loneliness, financial burden, and spiritual issues like life after- death and fear of the unknown become increasingly important. This presentation focuses on the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of aging, and how we can best prepare for the next stage of our journey.

Of all the Mycenaean palaces mentioned by Homer in the Iliad, the only two that have not been located so far are the palaces of the two protagonists of the Homeric epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey: the palace of Achilles in Phthia and that of Odysseus in Ithaca. The Mycenaean Spercheios-Valley Archaeological project combines archaeogeophysical survey, excavation, and digital technology to evaluate an excellent candidate for a potential regional palatial center on the ancient citadel (Akrolamia) of Lamia, Greece. In the summer of 2019, a test trench was dug on the Akrolamia to begin verifying if this is indeed a palatial site, and possibly the long- lost palace of Achilles. Mr. Wagman was a member of the excavation team and will discuss the Mycenaean civilization in general, and the 2019 dig season results from Akrolamia.

For centuries, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how lifestyle choices may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

This course will cover the origins of our government and how the framers of our constitution established a government that divided power between three separate branches, created a system by which no single branch had more power than was necessary to carry out its duties, and existed by the consent of those people who would be governed by it. It is the concept of a government made of three branches that fulfills the premise that there is a separation of powers within the government, and it includes a system of checks and balances. Explanations will be provided about how each branch: legislative, executive, and judicial was created and what their specific duties are with regard to a government designed to represent its people. The similarities and differences between the three branches will also be reviewed.

The ancient Greeks have given us many important aspects of our culture and civilization. This class will take a look at classical Greek mythology and the stories that are still relevant. We will look at the origins of the Greek gods and the various interactions they had with one another and with humans. We will also explore famous stories that have been passed down to us from the Greeks. The Romans incorporated their gods from the Greeks, and we will compare them and look at some - specifically Roman myths.

Join us in watching (or re-watching) a series of classic Hollywood films. The instructor will select one film a week being shown on Turner Classic Movies (TCM). You will be given a schedule listing when the films will be shown (mostly at 6:00 pm or 8:00 pm). During the class session, Roger Godin will do a 45-minute presentation about the film, discussing the filmmakers, the stars, and the significance of the film in American film history. He will also analyze the film utilizing stills from the movies and clips of certain key scenes. A question and answer session will follow during which class participants can offer observations about the movie or ask questions.

This course will cover the origins of our government and how the framers of our constitution established a government that divided power between three separate branches, created a system by which no single branch had more power than was necessary to carry out its duties, and existed by the consent of those people who would be governed by it. It is the concept of a government made of three branches that fulfills the premise that there is a separation of powers within the government, and it includes a system of checks and balances. Explanations will be provided about how each branch: legislative, executive, and judicial was created and what their specific duties are with regard to a government designed to represent its people. The similarities and differences between the three branches will also be reviewed.

This course will cover the history of vision aids from antiquity to the 20th century. Because of time constraints, it will be more of a survey than an in-depth analysis. The instructor will include examples of eyeglasses in art and the symbolic use of eyeglasses. Actual examples from the 18th to 20th centuries will be displayed.

This Mere Existence is a celebration of our true human nature and a call to embrace that human nature for the sake of those with whom we share the planet. This Mere Existence attempts to: remind us that we are highly evolved beings capable of empathy and reciprocal altruism, and naturally endowed by our creator with inalienable human rights; motivate people to join worldwide efforts to restore those rights to all of our sisters and brothers, and provide nonviolent strategies for restoring human rights to their central place in human existence. People of all spiritualties are welcome to join the conversation.

To the ancient Romans, Morocco marked the western limits of empire. To its Muslim conquerors, Morocco was “the land of the setting sun.” To Hollywood, it was a hotbed of wartime intrigue – memorably brought to life in the movie Casablanca. This program provides a colorful glimpse of the history and culture of Morocco. From the desert oases of the south to the ski slopes of the High Atlas Mountains … from the bustling markets of Marrakech to the old Jewish Quarter of Fes … Morocco offers the armchair traveler a wealth of wondrous sights and fascinating facts!