Join film historian Dan Hudak for an entertaining and insightful look at this year’s Best Picture Oscar nominees. Discover why each film earned a nomination, who the front-runners are, and how the Academy’s voting habits shape the outcome. Featuring film clips, behind-the-scenes stories, Oscar trivia, and highlights from other major categories, this lively hour-long lecture is a must for movie lovers and awards season fans alike!
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Join Banyan Global Learning for a live, interactive tour of Taiwan during Chinese New Year, celebrated by over a billion people worldwide. Explore festive streets, local shops, and colorful decorations while learning about the holiday’s history and the meaning of the current zodiac sign. The journey continues through vibrant night markets, temples, and more. Experience the sights, sounds, and spirit of this rich cultural celebration—all from wherever you are!
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From its beginnings as a DVD rental service, Netflix has transformed the media landscape. With the launch of streaming in 2007 and award-winning originals like Stranger Things and Roma, it has challenged traditional TV and film. Film historian Brian Rose explores how Netflix, with 150 million subscribers in 190 countries, is redefining global entertainment and positioning itself as the industry’s dominant force.
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Discover the joy of drawing with colored pencils in this art class designed for all skill levels! You’ll learn techniques for blending, shading, and creating vibrant artwork in a relaxed and supportive environment where you can express yourself creatively while connecting with others. Join us for a fun and inspiring artistic journey led by professional illustrator Barbara DiLorenzo. Materials required: colored pencils and paper.
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The moai statues of Easter Island stand as silent witnesses to the incredible achievements of Polynesian voyagers who settled on one of the most remote islands on Earth. Join historian Justin Jacobs as he explores how these early navigators arrived, how they carved and transported the massive stone figures, and the possible meanings behind them. Discover the ingenuity and resilience of a culture that thrived in an ecologically fragile environment.
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Discover and experience the ancient practice of Qigong and cultivate balance and well-being. Qigong has both psychological and physical components, with gentle movements, posture, and deep breathing guiding you towards improved health, flexibility, and stress reduction. Class Limit: 25
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Discover and experience the ancient practice of Qigong and cultivate balance and well-being. Qigong has both psychological and physical components, with gentle movements, posture, and deep breathing guiding you towards improved health, flexibility, and stress reduction. Class Limit: 25
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Author Daniel Stashower and actor Scott Seder bring to life The Hour of Peril—the true story of a secret 1861 plot to assassinate Abraham Lincoln. Famed detective Allan Pinkerton and pioneering private eye Kate Warne raced to stop the conspiracy as the nation edged toward Civil War. Based on Stashower’s New York Times bestseller, this gripping talk reveals the drama and danger behind one of history’s most daring attempts at political murder.
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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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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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