Hollywood & Crime: Lights, Camera, Verdict Part 2

Back by popular demand, criminal defense attorney Adriana Collado returns to examine the gripping legal battles that shook Hollywood. This session takes a deep dive into the infamous cases of Alec Baldwin and Winona Ryder (among others!), exploring the shocking twists and legal maneuvers that led to their verdicts. We’ll also discuss the post-trial fallout and discover who successfully navigated the long road back into Tinseltown’s good graces. Don’t miss this fascinating look at law, fame, and the art of the comeback!

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Birding Along the California Coast

Through photography and storytelling, naturalist Matt Felperin explores the rich bird life of California’s coast and inland landscapes. From redwood forests and oak woodlands to rocky shores and offshore waters, this virtual journey highlights familiar and rare species—including the California Condor and Black-footed Albatross—while offering a close look at the state’s diverse and beautiful ecosystems.

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Explore the biological marvels of New Zealand with biologist Dr. Catherine Kleier. Despite being similar in size to Colorado, this remote nation is a global hotspot for evolution. Discover the fascinating stories behind rare plants and flightless birds found nowhere else on Earth. Join us to learn what makes this island’s unique natural history a true world wonder.

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Underground Art Deco with Untapped New York Tours

When most people think of Art Deco architecture, they think of towering skyscrapers. This virtual tour with Untapped New York Tours looks both above and below ground to uncover hidden stories. Explore famous landmarks like the Chrysler and Graybar Buildings, the striking General Electric Building façade, and a sleek underground space beneath Rockefeller Center—all from a fresh Art Deco perspective.

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Nature’s Recyclers

Join us as we discover the vital role scavengers and decomposers play in keeping our world healthy. Meet live animals—including a turkey vulture up close—and learn how decomposition works and why it is essential for all living things. An engaging educator from the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum brings science to life in this interactive program.

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Venetian Glass

For centuries, the island of Murano has been the center of Venetian glassmaking. Today, historic techniques blend with contemporary innovation to keep this remarkable art form thriving. In this program, Art historian Jennie Hirsh explores the evolution of Murano glass, highlights influential modern artisans and workshops, and shares where to experience exceptional glass artistry in Venice today.

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A Tale for Two Readers: Children’s Books and Classical Literature

The Wind in the Willows and Mary Poppins are beloved children’s classics, yet both were written with adult readers in mind. Beneath the imaginative adventures lie subtle literary references and mythic themes, including echoes of Odysseus and the Great Mother. In this lecture, literary historian Mary DeForest examines the deeper meanings that have captivated readers across generations

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Zentangle with Kathy Shapiro

Unleash your creativity and find tranquility through Zentangle. This meditative art form invites you to create intricate patterns and experience the joy of mindful expression. Suitable for all skill levels, Zentangle is a wonderful way to relax and connect with your inner artist.

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Women’s Art: American Quilts and Coverlets

A quilt brings warmth, aesthetic beauty, and a constant reminder of the loving hands that made it. Join Museum Educator, Alice W. Iglehart, for a virtual talk discussing the vast collection of American textiles in The Metropolitan Museum of Art. From teenage girls in New England to the Amish of Pennsylvania, the Women of Gees Bend, Alabama, and modern artist Faith Ringgold explore the history of American quilt making.

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Raccoons Unmasked

Urban wildlife expert John Hadidian pulls back the mask on one of the city’s most clever creatures: the raccoon. Drawing on years of nighttime field research in Washington, DC, he explores raccoon behavior, social life, and survival in urban settings. Enjoy lively stories, surprising science, and insights into how raccoons thrive alongside humans.

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