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  • Great Decisions 2025
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $150.00
        Non-Member: $180.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/7/2025 - 3/18/2025
    Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 9
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Jeffrey Morton, Ph.D.

    Since 1918, the Foreign Policy Association has served as a catalyst for an open, objective, and non-partisan public discourse on world affairs and American foreign policy. Great Decisions is an annual series that examines eight critical foreign policy issues. The topics for this course are selected by the Foreign Policy Association. Each lecture in this series includes background information, current American policy, and foreign policy options for the United States. An additional ninth lecture on March 12th, entitled "It's A Wrap," updates attendees on developments on each of the topics discussed since the beginning of the course. For more information about Great Decisions, please visit: https://www.fpa.org

    "He's a Rockstar. I would probably attend any program he presents."- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. American Foreign Policy at a Crossroads

    2. U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Economy

    3. U.S.-China Relations

    4. International Cooperation on Climate Change

    5. The Future of European Security

    6. Artificial Intelligence and U.S. National Security

    7. India: Between China, the U.S. & the Global South

    8. After Gaza: American Foreign Policy in the Middle East

    9. It's a Wrap!

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

    No class on Tuesday, March 4th or March 11th.

 

  • Great Decisions 2025
  • Fee: $180.00
    Item Number: S251122L9JW1
    Dates: 1/8/2025 - 3/12/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 9
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Jeffrey Morton, Ph.D.

    REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.

    Since 1918, the Foreign Policy Association has served as a catalyst for an open, objective, and non-partisan public discourse on world affairs and American foreign policy. Great Decisions is an annual series that examines eight critical foreign policy issues. The topics for this course are selected by the Foreign Policy Association. Each lecture in this series includes background information, current American policy, and foreign policy options for the United States. An additional ninth lecture on March 12th, entitled "It's A Wrap," updates attendees on developments on each of the topics discussed since the beginning of the course. For more information about Great Decisions, please visit: https://www.fpa.org

    "He's a Rockstar. I would probably attend any program he presents."- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. American Foreign Policy at a Crossroads

    2. U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Economy

    3. U.S.-China Relations

    4. International Cooperation on Climate Change

    5. The Future of European Security

    6. Artificial Intelligence and U.S. National Security

    7. India: Between China, the U.S. & the Global South

    8. After Gaza: American Foreign Policy in the Middle East

    9. It's a Wrap!

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

    No class on Wednesday, March 5th.

 

  • Great Decisions 2025
  • Fee: $180.00
    Item Number: S251122L9JW2
    Dates: 1/8/2025 - 3/12/2025
    Times: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 9
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Jeffrey Morton, Ph.D.

    REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.

    Since 1918, the Foreign Policy Association has served as a catalyst for an open, objective, and non-partisan public discourse on world affairs and American foreign policy. Great Decisions is an annual series that examines eight critical foreign policy issues. The topics for this course are selected by the Foreign Policy Association. Each lecture in this series includes background information, current American policy, and foreign policy options for the United States. An additional ninth lecture on March 12th, entitled "It's A Wrap," updates attendees on developments on each of the topics discussed since the beginning of the course. For more information about Great Decisions, please visit: https://www.fpa.org

    "He's a Rockstar. I would probably attend any program he presents."- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. American Foreign Policy at a Crossroads

    2. U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Economy

    3. U.S.-China Relations

    4. International Cooperation on Climate Change

    5. The Future of European Security

    6. Artificial Intelligence and U.S. National Security

    7. India: Between China, the U.S. & the Global South

    8. After Gaza: American Foreign Policy in the Middle East

    9. It's a Wrap!

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

    No class on Wednesday, March 5th.

 

  • Sticking Your Toe in Florida History: What You Don't Know and Thought You Knew
  • Fee: $80.00
    Item Number: S251111L4BR2
    Dates: 1/9/2025 - 1/30/2025
    Times: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Eliot Kleinberg

    REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.

    It seems the average South Floridian has been here about ten minutes. And most of what you think you know is wrong! Longtime journalist, author, and lecturer explores the history of Florida, South Florida, and Palm Beach County. All talks use PowerPoint and handouts.

    “Excellent presenter, class. Looking forward to attending next semester.” – OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. Florida's amazing history and why you should care

    2. Best of Florida's historical sites

    3. Palm Beach County history

    4. History of hurricanes in Florida

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • The Bill of Rights by the Numbers: Key Issues and Supreme Court Decisions
  • Fee: $80.00
    Item Number: S251133L4JT4
    Dates: 1/14/2025 - 2/4/2025
    Times: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Roy Klein, J.D.

    REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.

    The Bill of Rights is 230 years old, but it continues to regularly impact our daily activities and fuel lively political and policy debates. This series will use constitutional/legal analysis, history, current events, logic/common sense, and a little humor to examine some key issues and landmark Supreme Court decisions.

    " I will take any course Klein teaches Great combination of knowledge and wit"- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. First Amendment: Freedom From and Freedom of Religion -The Very First Clauses of the Bill of Rights.

    2. Second Amendment: Gun Rights and Regulations - What in the World Does the Amendment Mean?

    3. Fourth and Fifth Amendments: Your Rights When Confronted by the Police.

    4. Sixth through Eighth Amendments: The Rights of Criminal Defendants (Because no one is below the law).

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

     

 

  • The Coming World War?
  • Fee: $160.00
    Item Number: S251100L8BT1
    Dates: 1/14/2025 - 3/4/2025
    Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 8
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Robert Rabil, Ph.D.

    REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.

    Reversing its initial reservation, the Biden administration has provided Ukraine with advanced weapons and allowed their use for limited military targets inside Russia. French President Emmanuel Macron stated that a coalition of countries agreed to send military trainers to Ukraine, indicating a willingness to put NATO troops on Ukrainian soil. Russia responded swiftly, with President Vladimir Putin threatening to arm enemies of the West with precision weapons and hinting at nuclear weapon use. Peace talks have vanished from the discourse, risking escalation toward a world war. Dr. Rabil argues that continuing the Ukraine war is detrimental to U.S. and Ukraine interests and potentially catastrophic if it leads to a world war. In this lecture series, Dr. Rabil will discuss critical geostrategic, security, and military issues to prevent such a conflict.

    "I consider Dr. Rabil  to be one of the best lecture series, if not the best, that I attend at FAU OLLI" - OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. Iran-Russia Relations: Implications for U.S. and Israel

    2. The E.U. and the U.S.-China Rivalry in the Indo-Pacific

    3. Pakistan and the rivalry between the U.S. and Russia-China

    4. The Struggle for Central Asia: Implications for NATO

    5. Iran-Venezuela Relations and US-China (and Russia) Rivalry: Implications for U.S.

    6. The Arab Gulf, U.S. and Israel: Post October 7

    7. North Africa, U.S. and Israel: Post October 7

    8. The Ukraine Crisis: The Coming World War?

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • The Hinge of Fate: Great Decisions of the 20th Century
  • Fee: $80.00
    Item Number: S251115L4BT2
    Dates: 1/14/2025 - 2/4/2025
    Times: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Stephen Berk, Ph.D

    REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.

    Ordinary men and women go about their lives thinking that things will never change. In places far removed from them, powerful people make decisions that will transform their lives, sometimes for better but very often for worse.

    "Professor Berk as a lecturer and a scholar is as good as it gets. It is a privilege to attend his lectures." - OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. The Kaiser gives an ally a free hand, and the Great War begins. Lenin strikes for power and the world trembles.

    2. Roosevelt creates the New Deal, and American Democracy is saved. Hitler makes the greatest mistake of his life, Barbarossa. Truman drops the bomb.

    3. LBJ and MLK start the civil rights revolution. Fidel Castro brings communism to the Caribbean.

    4. America goes to war in Asia, and Gorbachov destroys the Soviet Union.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Objection! Current, Contentious, and Confusing Legal Battles
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $120.00
        Non-Member: $160.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/15/2025 - 3/12/2025
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 8
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Irving Labovitz, J.D.

    TV shows and films often glamourize the legal profession, but real law offers even more stimulation. This series delves into current, highly publicized legal and Constitutional issues in federal and state courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. Topics include post-January 6th judicial decisions, legal challenges involving former President Trump and associates, and conflicts among federal judges. The increasingly polarized views of Supreme Court justices on critical issues like abortion and gun rights are also explored, as well as its most recent split decision assuring Presidential immunity in circumstances never before contemplated under the Constitution or all existing precedents to the contrary.  Expect a dynamic semester, not for the faint-hearted.  Returning participants are welcome

    "Professor Labovitz is engaging, extremely erudite, knowledgeable and possesses great presentation skills." OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

    Enrollees can attend a pre-lecture primer on court processes at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 15th.

    No class on Wednesday, February, 12th.

 

  • Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In: A Trailblazer in Television Comedy
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 1/15/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Al Kustanowitz

    Delve into the groundbreaking variety show "Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In," which revolutionized television comedy in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Originating as a one-time special, the show quickly gained popularity for its rapid-fire jokes, satirical sketches, and catchphrases that became part of American pop culture. We will explore the show's origins, its innovative format that broke away from traditional variety shows, and its roster of famous guests, including Richard Nixon, who made a memorable cameo. Key segments like "Sock it to Me," "The Fickle Finger of Fate," and "Here Comes the Judge" will be highlighted for their comedic brilliance. Kustanowitz will also examine the show's influence on later television programs, paving the way for sketch comedies like "Saturday Night Live," showcasing how "Laugh-In" left an indelible mark on the entertainment landscape.

    "The speaker was knowledgeable and entertaining"- OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Guided Discussion: Philosophical Zombies and Schrodinger's Cat: A Search for the Soul in the Universe
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $50.00
        Non-Member: $65.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $65.00
    Date: 1/15/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Rabbi Michael Gold

    What do we mean when we speak of the soul? Do we have a soul, and if so, where did it come from? Does the universe have a soul? In exploring this question, we will look at the dualism of classical Western religions, the materialism of modern science, and the idealism of Eastern religions and mysticism. In our exploration, we will study many thought experiments, from philosophical zombies to the ghost in the machine and from the Chinese room to Schrodinger's cat. Join us as we explore one of the most perplexing questions of religion, philosophy, and science. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

     "He is informative, entertaining, and inclusive. We enjoyed his class immensely." - OLLI Patron.

 

  • Seminar: Scheherazade's Secrets: The History, Mystery, and Influence of "The Arabian Nights"
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $70.00
        Non-Member: $90.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/15/2025 - 2/5/2025
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Cora Bresciano, Ph.D.

    "The Arabian Nights" is a timeless collection of stories narrated by the beautiful Scheherazade over 1001 nights to capture the imagination of her husband, the powerful Sultan, and save herself each dawn from execution. The tales were collected from many sources over hundreds of years, and old as they are, their brave heroes and cunning villains continue to influence fiction and film in the modern world. In this four-session seminar, we'll spend the first three sessions exploring famous and lesser-known tales and the fascinating times and rich cultures in which they evolved. In the final session, we'll examine some of the many works of later fiction and film that the stories have inspired. Handout listing books and films referenced. Seminar format with PowerPoint slides. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    “Cora is smart, interesting and a great presenter.” – OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1: Deceit and Trickery: Tales of tricksters, liars, con artists, and other untrustworthy folk.

    2: Adventure and Revenge: Sword-wielding, rollicking adventurers and their deeds and misdeeds.

    3: Love and Longing: Endings both happy and sad for lovers both loyal and star-crossed.

    4: A Million and One Inspirations: Stories and films that took the tales as their guide to thrill and delight us.

 

  • Seminar: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on Trial
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 1/16/2025 
    Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Mark Schneider, Ph.D.

    DEI programs that were meant to make institutions more open and welcoming to racial, gender, sexual, and other minorities have become a flashpoint in the culture wars. Florida has banned them from public colleges, while Federal courts have restricted Florida’s efforts to eliminate DEI aspects of workplace training on First Amendment grounds. This class examines both the immediate political tensions that placed DEI programs on trial and the deeper issues of political philosophy that underlie the controversy. Can race-conscious (or other identity-conscious) policies be squared with the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment that guarantees all persons equal treatment under the law? Given the increasingly aggressive stance of the Supreme Court on equal protection, are there other strategies to achieve DEI goals that could survive legal challenge? What makes these goals worthy to begin with? The class aims to give a fair hearing to both the prosecution and the defense. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "Excellent and thought-provoking presentation which invited participation."- OLLI Patron

 

  • The Making of Modern China: From the Opium Wars to Xi Jinping
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $90.00
        Non-Member: $120.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/16/2025 - 2/20/2025
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 6
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Jeffrey Steinberg, M.A.

    Modern China is a fascinating and unique place with a history and culture that is not well-known or understood by the West. Chinese civilization dates back thousands of years but is now also shaped by 19th and 20th-century ideas, including Marxism. This course will look at the factors that have shaped China today, from the long wave of history to the tumultuous period of civil war through the evolution of communist control. Today under Xi Jinping, China is claiming its place on the global stage as a major power. What this means and how the Western government responds to this emerging challenge is one of the major themes of the course. Without understanding China's evolution, policy mistakes can lead to conflict.

    "Great Professor! Great and engaging lectures!"- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. China's Long Imperial History

    2. The Century of Humiliation

    3. Sun Yat-sen's Failed Vision: An American Revolution with Chinese Characteristics?

    4. The Mao Years

    5. Deng Xiaoping and the Modernization of China

    6. Xi Jinping, the Belt and Road, and China's Global Ambitions

    5. Deng Xiaoping and the Modernization of China

    6. Xi Jinping, the Belt and Road, and China's Global Ambitions

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

     

 

  • Seminar: Our Electricity Future: Powering Electric Vehicles and AI While Lowering Emissions Post-Inauguration
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 1/16/2025 
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Stephen Kowel, Ph.D.

    Three Mile Island, the site of the worst nuclear accident in US history, could come back into service by 2028 to power Microsoft's data center energy needs, especially artificial intelligence. Automotive technology and artificial intelligence will have serious impacts on an electric grid already stressed by a warming climate and an aging infrastructure. What does the recent election foreshadow about how we will address these challenges? What are other countries, especially China and India, doing? With the demand escalating so rapidly and response time seemingly so much slower, do we need to radically upscale our response or slow our demands? Electricity is the essential technology. We have never worried about the availability. Now we must. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

     "Very effective presenter. Creative and valuable slides. Articulate man. Well informed about subject."- OLLI Patron

 

  • Seminar: Who's the GOAT? Baseball, Basketball, Football, Tennis & Golf: Who Were the Greatest?
  • Fee: $90.00
    Item Number: S251138S4BR2
    Dates: 1/16/2025 - 2/6/2025
    Times: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Room: Room 102
    Instructor: Joseph Dorinson

    THIS CLASS IS FULL.

    Remember the “Bull” sessions in college, fortified by beer and other libations? In this program, we recreate that heady experience with heavenly discourse on baseball, basketball, football, tennis and golf. We ponder many questions. Does Babe Ruth still rule the roost in baseball folklore despite the advent of Japanese import Shohei Otani? Will Bill Russell’s 11 championships in 13 years of Boston Celtic supremacy stand? Is Tom Brady the best QB in football? Or will Patrick Mahomes eclipse Brady’s bunch of NFL titles? Our subject offers a bountiful feast of food for thought and talk. Join us for a blast from the past, game for the present, and a ball (crystal?) for the future. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    LECTURES:

    1. Baseball: Babe Ruth, Rogers Hornsby, Walter Johnson, Joe DiMaggio. Stan Musial, Ted Williams. Warren Spahn, Josh Gibson, Satchel Paige. Willie Mays, Hank Aaron, Mickey Mantle.

    2. Football: Red Grange, Jim Thorpe, Bronco Nagurski, Don Hutson, Sammy Baugh, Sid Luckman, Marion Motley, Otto Graham, Dick Lane, Jim Brown, Johnny Unitas, Emlen Tunnell, Walter Payton, Joe Montana, and Lawrence Taylor.

    3. Basketball: Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Bill Russell, Jerry West, Oscar Robertson, Magic Johnson, Wilt Chamberlain, Larry Bird, and Kobe Bryant.

    4. Golf & Tennis: Bobby Jones, Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Arnold Palmer, Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus. Tennis: Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams, Roger Federer, Margaret Court, Bjorn Borg, Rod Laver.

 

  • Objection! Current, Contentious, and Confusing Legal Battles
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $120.00
        Non-Member: $160.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/16/2025 - 3/13/2025
    Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 8
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Irving Labovitz, J.D.

    TV shows and films often glamourize the legal profession, but real law offers even more stimulation. This series delves into current, highly publicized legal and Constitutional issues in federal and state courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. Topics include post-January 6th judicial decisions, legal challenges involving former President Trump and associates, and conflicts among federal judges. The increasingly polarized views of Supreme Court justices on critical issues like abortion and gun rights are also explored, as well as its most recent split decision assuring Presidential immunity in circumstances never before contemplated under the Constitution or all existing precedents to the contrary.  Expect a dynamic semester, not for the faint-hearted.  Returning participants are welcome

    "Professor Labovitz is engaging, extremely erudite, knowledgeable and possesses great presentation skills." OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

    Enrollees can attend a pre-lecture primer on court processes at 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 16th.

    No class on Thursday, February, 13th.

 

  • Exploring the Future of Golf: Trends, Competition, and Sustainability
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $35.00
        Non-Member: $40.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $40.00
    Date: 1/16/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Paul Clivio, Geoff Lofstead

    Join OLLI for an exciting conversation with Paul Clivio, President of the South Florida PGA, and Geoff Lofstead, Executive Director of the South Florida PGA, as they delve into the latest trends transforming the golf world. Paul will explore the post-COVID-19 boom in the sport, shifting player demographics, and the dynamic competition between the PGA and LIV tours. He’ll also share insights into the science of maintaining vibrant, sustainable golf courses. This program promises a comprehensive and engaging look at the future of the sport and the industry.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

    Generously Underwritten by Jim and Barbara Sadowsky

 

  • Guided Discussion: Book Club: Short Fiction of the Gilded Age
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $100.00
        Non-Member: $130.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Dates: 1/17/2025 - 2/7/2025
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Taylor Hagood, Ph.D.

    The Gilded Age was a glittering era in the United States in the wake of the Civil War when financial heft brought the nation to the world stage. It was also a time of increasingly rapid change. In this edition of the Book Club series, we will be reading and discussing short fiction by a selection of writers from the Gilded Age: Henry James, Edith Wharton, Kate Chopin, and Charlotte Perkins Gilman. This program is being presented with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "Dr. Hagood initiates interesting discussions about the material and is respectful of opinions that differ from his own. I would sign up for any class he taught."- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. Henry James, "Daisy Miller"

    2. Edith Wharton, "Roman Fever"

    3. Kate Chopin, "The Awakening"

    4. Charlotte Perkins Gilman, "The Yellow Wallpaper"

     

 

  • Murder and Mayhem in the World of ART
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $120.00
        Non-Member: $160.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/17/2025 - 3/7/2025
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 8
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Terryl Lawrence, Ed.D.

     

     

    High passion, intrigue, scandal, fakery, and greed have always existed in the world of Art. Extreme emotion fed by rivalry and lust has led to the commission of unspeakable acts of robbery, looting, and misappropriation. Tales have been told about thefts, forgeries, and assorted crimes, some romantic, others bizarre - but always fascinating. Notorious cases of fraud have embarrassed museum curators, gallery owners, and collectors; even the most brilliant connoisseurs have been stung. This course will address specific instances of murder and mayhem, the personalities involved in each mystery, the circumstances, public and private deception, the perpetrators, victims, and outcomes.

    "Terryl’s series was the highlight of the OLLI season for me. I absolutely loved her lectures and her!!"- OLLI Patron

     

    LECTURES:

    1. Elmyr de Hory: The most notorious forger of the twentieth century.

    2. The Elgin marbles: The pilfering of antiquities.

    3. Caravaggio: The wild and tragic life of the first modern painter.

    4. Degenerate Art: Modern masterpieces seized and condemned by the Third Reich.

    5. Big Time Art Fakes: The Downfall of New York's Prestigious Galleries.

    6. Rogues Gallery: The ever-fascinating relationship between art and money.

    7. Anatomy of a Hoax: Han van Meegeren, the forger of Vermeer.

    8. Isabella Stewart Gardiner: Her collection and the heist.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • OLLI Glee Club: Sing from the Heart: Voices United
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $200.00
        Non-Member: $260.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/17/2025 - 3/14/2025
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 9
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Monica Berovides-Hidalgo

    Let Us Sing! Invites one and all! If you love to sing, this is the class for you! Reading music is not required. Enjoy singing in an ensemble while learning vocal and choral techniques through each score and bringing the music to life one note at a time! Each session will include vocal warm-ups, choral singing, and vocal techniques through repertoire. This 9 week series culminates with a performance for your OLLI friends and family!

 

  • The Top 25 Film Scores of All Time
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $80.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/17/2025 - 2/7/2025
    Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Emanuel Abramovits

    The American Film Institute released a list of the best film scores that includes many well-known classics and some surprises. The composers of those scores had fascinating lives and solid careers. With the help of plenty of audiovisuals, stories, and anecdotes, let’s enjoy the ride through the process of creating those historical pieces that convey what the movie is trying to say without words and evoke an emotional response even the most brilliant bit of dialogue cannot. With the participation of the participants, we'll build our alternative top 25 film scores of all time!

    LECTURES:

    1. The American Film Institute List. The First European Invasion. The amazing generation that became The Fathers of Film Scores: “The Adventures of Robin Hood” (Erich Korngold), “Gone with the Wind” (Max Steiner). “Sunset Boulevard” (Franz Waxman), “ High Noon” (Dimitri Tiomkin).

    2. American Composers bring Innovations, new styles, and new ideas for new realities: “How the West Was Won” (Alfred Newman), “Psycho” (Bernard Herrmann, “A Streetcar Named Desire” (Alex North), “To Kill a Mockingbird” (Elmer Bernstein), “Planet of the Apes” (Jerry Goldsmith).

    3. The Second European Invasion. A new flexible scheme is open to new standards of creativity and sound: “Lawrence of Arabia” (Maurice Jarre), “Out of Africa” (John Barry), “The Godfather” (Nino Rota), “The Mission” (Ennio Morricone).

    4. Consolidation and Versatility:  “On the Waterfront” (Leonard Bernstein), “The Pink Panther” (Henry Mancini), “On Golden Pond” (Dave Grusin), and “Star War” (John Williams). The alternative lists, and let's build our own Top 25.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Guided Discussion: Book Club: Short Fiction of the Gilded Age
  • Fee: $130.00
    Item Number: S251149G4JM4
    Dates: 1/17/2025 - 2/7/2025
    Times: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Room: PC 151 (Annex)
    Instructor: Taylor Hagood, Ph.D.

    THIS CLASS IS FULL.

    The Gilded Age was a glittering era in the United States in the wake of the Civil War when financial heft brought the nation to the world stage. It was also a time of increasingly rapid change. In this edition of the Book Club series, we will be reading and discussing short fiction by a selection of writers from the Gilded Age: Henry James, Edith Wharton, Kate Chopin, and Charlotte Perkins Gilman. This program is being presented with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "Dr. Hagood initiates interesting discussions about the material and is respectful of opinions that differ from his own. I would sign up for any class he taught."- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. Henry James, "Daisy Miller"

    2. Edith Wharton, "Roman Fever"

    3. Kate Chopin, "The Awakening"

    4. Charlotte Perkins Gilman, "The Yellow Wallpaper"

     

 

  • How the Six-Day War Shaped the Course of Middle East Peace
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $35.00
        Non-Member: $40.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $40.00
    Date: 1/21/2025 
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Ralph Nurnberger, Ph.D.

    The Six-Day War of 1967, triggered by Israel's preemptive strike in response to Arab neighbors' mobilization for war, reshaped Middle East dynamics profoundly. Beginning on June 5 and concluding by June 10, Israel swiftly defeated Egypt, Jordan, and Syria, capturing the Sinai Peninsula, Gaza Strip, West Bank, Old City of Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights. This war tripled Israel's territory and led to U.N. Resolution 242, a cornerstone of subsequent peace proposals in the Arab-Israeli conflict spanning over five decades. The status of these territories remains a contentious issue in Israeli domestic politics and Arab-Israeli relations. Historian Ralph Nurnberger will explore the roots and lesser-known events preceding the war, along with its lasting impact on the Middle East's geopolitical landscape.

    "He is extremely knowledgeable and his sense of humor makes his programs very interesting. I wish that I had history professors like him when I was in college."- OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Music Americana: Beyond The Glory Days
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $120.00
        Non-Member: $160.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/21/2025 - 3/18/2025
    Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 8
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Rod MacDonald

    Though many artists have their biggest successes in their early careers, the greatest artists continue creating and presenting better work as the years go by. From Fred Astaire, whose movies still appear regularly in best-of listings and television, to Bob Dylan and Wille Nelson, who continue to win accolades well into their 80s, to the blues of Ma Rainey and the jive of Louis Jordan, to Oscar Hammerstein II and Stephen Sondheim's award-winning revivals, to Reba McIntire and Bonnie Raitt's stellar performances decades after their initial hits, the music of great artists remains timeless. This course will examine these musical artists' work, lives, and legacies and attempt to sort myth from reality with videos, live performances, and research materials.

    "Rod is fantastic! His love of music is exhilarating! The classes are wonderful"- OLLIPaton

    LECTURES:

    1. The Lady Stands Alone: Ma Rainey, Reba McIntire

    2. Keepin’ It Cool: Fred Astaire, Louie Jordan

    3. Lyrics On Broadway: Oscar Hammerstein II, Merrily We Roll Along

    4. Other Voices: Antonio Carlos Jobim, Jacques Brel

    5. The Great American Sound: The Eagles, Bonnie Raitt

    6. The New Classical Music: John Williams, Pinchas & Natalia Zukerman

    7. Dance With Somebody: Donna Summer, Whitney Houston

    8. Into the Sun: Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

    No class February 4th.

 

  • How the Six-Day War Shaped the Course of Middle East Peace
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $35.00
        Non-Member: $40.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $40.00
    Date: 1/22/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Ralph Nurnberger, Ph.D.

    The Six-Day War of 1967, triggered by Israel's preemptive strike in response to Arab neighbors' mobilization for war, reshaped Middle East dynamics profoundly. Beginning on June 5 and concluding by June 10, Israel swiftly defeated Egypt, Jordan, and Syria, capturing the Sinai Peninsula, Gaza Strip, West Bank, Old City of Jerusalem, and the Golan Heights. This war tripled Israel's territory and led to U.N. Resolution 242, a cornerstone of subsequent peace proposals in the Arab-Israeli conflict spanning over five decades. The status of these territories remains a contentious issue in Israeli domestic politics and Arab-Israeli relations. Historian Ralph Nurnberger will explore the roots and lesser-known events preceding the war, along with its lasting impact on the Middle East's geopolitical landscape.

    "He is extremely knowledgeable and his sense of humor makes his programs very interesting. I wish that I had history professors like him when I was in college."- OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

    Generously Underwritten by Sharon Schornstein

 

  • The MET in HD: Part II
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 1/22/2025 
    Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Paul Offenkrantz, D.M.

    In Part II of his 3-part series, Dr. Offenkrantz will discuss Verdi's late masterpiece, "Aida," which is being given the first new production by the MET in decades, as well as Beethoven's only opera, "Fidelio," a testament to the power of love and human freedom. Verdi: Aida (Broadcast on January 25) Beethoven: Fidelio (Broadcast on March 15)

    "I appreciated the presenter's passion and knowledge of opera, past and present." OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Music Americana: Beyond The Glory Days
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $120.00
        Non-Member: $160.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/22/2025 - 3/19/2025
    Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 8
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Rod MacDonald

    Though many artists have their biggest successes in their early careers, the greatest artists continue creating and presenting better work as the years go by. From Fred Astaire, whose movies still appear regularly in best-of listings and television, to Bob Dylan and Wille Nelson, who continue to win accolades well into their 80s, to the blues of Ma Rainey and the jive of Louis Jordan, to Oscar Hammerstein II and Stephen Sondheim's award-winning revivals, to Reba McIntire and Bonnie Raitt's stellar performances decades after their initial hits, the music of great artists remains timeless. This course will examine these musical artists' work, lives, and legacies and attempt to sort myth from reality with videos, live performances, and research materials.

    "Rod is fantastic! His love of music is exhilarating! The classes are wonderful"- OLLIPaton

    LECTURES:

    1. The Lady Stands Alone: Ma Rainey, Reba McIntire

    2. Keepin’ It Cool: Fred Astaire, Louie Jordan

    3. Lyrics On Broadway: Oscar Hammerstein II, Merrily We Roll Along

    4. Other Voices: Antonio Carlos Jobim, Jacques Brel

    5. The Great American Sound: The Eagles, Bonnie Raitt

    6. The New Classical Music: John Williams, Pinchas & Natalia Zukerman

    7. Dance With Somebody: Donna Summer, Whitney Houston

    8. Into the Sun: Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

    No class February 12th.

 

  • Elvis: The Life and Music
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $35.00
        Non-Member: $40.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $40.00
    Date: 1/22/2025 
    Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Taylor Hagood, Ph.D.

    Dr. Taylor Hagood brings a new live music event on the life and music of Elvis Presley. This program will include the early songs that made the King of Rock and Roll famous and the later, more obscure songs that show how he grew as an artist. While presenting the life of this iconic figure, Dr. Hagood will also share entertaining perspectives on Elvis based on family memories from North Mississippi and even encounters with Elvis impersonators from around the world. This is NOT an Elvis impersonation!!!!!! But it will be fun!

    "Excellent experience in every way- Dr. Hagood is a talented, knowledgeable and engaging instructor. A+ all the way!"- OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • The Perfection of Deception Magicians Who Have Changed History!
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $35.00
        Non-Member: $40.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $40.00
    Date: 1/22/2025 
    Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Harry Maurer

    Did you know that Houdini was a Spy for the U.S. Secret Service? This is just one of the fascinating facts you’ll uncover in Harry Maurer’s unique presentation! As a professional magician, Maurer offers an insider’s view into magic’s history, a field filled with remarkable individuals who impacted world events in unexpected ways. Discover how one magician illuminated his backyard with electricity before Edison’s light bulb, another served as a spy for two countries, and one even tried to prevent a war with his magic. Learn about a magician who wrote CIA manuals and one who used his skills to influence a key World War II battle. Join this one-hour PowerPoint presentation with a touch of magic, don’t miss it!

 

  • Seminar: Myths and Legends: Poignant Tales from Antiquity, with a Focus on Women
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 1/23/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Daphne Nikolopoulos, MFA

    Ancient Greek literature is a treasure trove of allegories, epic poems, and myths that have captivated readers worldwide. This lecture will examine Greek mythology, its origins, purpose, and influence on Greek culture, as well as ancient literature. We will explore some of the most fascinating myths and legends from antiquity, with a focus on women as strong or tragic characters. We will examine the stories of Perseus and Medusa, Medea, and Theseus and Ariadne, among others. In addition to familiarization through instruction and visuals, we will discuss these stories' importance to modern literature and their influence on popular culture. Space is limited.

    Dr. Nikolopoulos is one of the most gifted presenters at OLLI! - OLLI Patron

 

  • The Hinge of Fate: Great Decisions of the 20th Century
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $80.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/23/2025 - 2/13/2025
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Stephen Berk, Ph.D

    Ordinary men and women go about their lives thinking that things will never change. In places far removed from them, powerful people make decisions that will transform their lives, sometimes for better but very often for worse.

    "Professor Berk as a lecturer and a scholar is as good as it gets. It is a privilege to attend his lectures." - OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. The Kaiser gives an ally a free hand, and the Great War begins. Lenin strikes for power and the world trembles.

    2. Roosevelt creates the New Deal, and American Democracy is saved. Hitler makes the greatest mistake of his life, Barbarossa. Truman drops the bomb.

    3. LBJ and MLK start the civil rights revolution. Fidel Castro brings communism to the Caribbean.

    4. America goes to war in Asia, and Gorbachov destroys the Soviet Union.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • CĂ©line Dion: One In A Million
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 1/23/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Robert Versteeg

    Born in Quebec, Canada, as the 14th child in a musical family, Céline Dion began singing publicly at age five. Discovered by manager René Angelil, her unique voice transitioned her from local fame to international stardom. Initially celebrated in French-speaking countries, her English hits, including "Beauty and the Beast," "The Power of Love," and "Because You Loved Me," cemented her status. The Titanic anthem "My Heart Will Go On" catapulted her to global fame. Dion's successful Las Vegas residency, the longest-running and most successful, was performed in a theater built especially for her. However, a few years ago, she revealed a rare and debilitating disease affecting one in a million people. Versteeg will guide the audience through Céline’s remarkable career, highlighting her triumphs and challenges, with music and interviews.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: Lewis Carroll and the Making of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 1/24/2025 
    Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Matthew David Klauza, Ph.D.

    Most people know the story of Alice in Wonderland, where young Alice chases the white rabbit down the rabbit hole and winds up on many adventures. However, many people aren't aware of the story behind the story. This lecture will explain the people and life experiences of its author, whose real name was Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, and how they all played a part in creating the classic novel that has been loved by so many. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "Well researched, well presented. Enjoyed myself!" OLLI Patron

 

  • The Coming World War?
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $120.00
        Non-Member: $160.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/27/2025 - 3/17/2025
    Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 8
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Robert Rabil, Ph.D.

    Reversing its initial reservation, the Biden administration has provided Ukraine with advanced weapons and allowed their use for limited military targets inside Russia. French President Emmanuel Macron stated that a coalition of countries agreed to send military trainers to Ukraine, indicating a willingness to put NATO troops on Ukrainian soil. Russia responded swiftly, with President Vladimir Putin threatening to arm enemies of the West with precision weapons and hinting at nuclear weapon use. Peace talks have vanished from the discourse, risking escalation toward a world war. Dr. Rabil argues that continuing the Ukraine war is detrimental to U.S. and Ukraine interests and potentially catastrophic if it leads to a world war. In this lecture series, Dr. Rabil will discuss critical geostrategic, security, and military issues to prevent such a conflict.

    "I consider Dr. Rabil  to be one of the best lecture series, if not the best, that I attend at FAU OLLI" - OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. Iran-Russia Relations: Implications for U.S. and Israel

    2. The E.U. and the U.S.-China Rivalry in the Indo-Pacific

    3. Pakistan and the rivalry between the U.S. and Russia-China

    4. The Struggle for Central Asia: Implications for NATO

    5. Iran-Venezuela Relations and US-China (and Russia) Rivalry: Implications for U.S.

    6. The Arab Gulf, U.S. and Israel: Post October 7

    7. North Africa, U.S. and Israel: Post October 7

    8. The Ukraine Crisis: The Coming World War?

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • American Politics: A House Divided
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 1/27/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Kevin Wagner, Ph.D.

    Based on his research, Dr. Wagner will examine the causes and reasons for our increasingly divided politics. Cutting through the noise, this program will show what to take from newscasts, campaigns, and polls and where conventional wisdom is often wrong. Dr. Wagner will present survey results, media reports, and analysis of the latest happenings in American Politics. The lecture will illustrate how the political system is shifting with new technology and unrestricted money from political interest groups. Combining visuals, data, and a little humor, Dr. Wagner will show how events, technology, media, and politicians shape the political discourse and what it means for America.

    "Excellent lecture with wonderful audience interaction."- OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: What Should I Read Next? A Fresh Guide to Choosing Your Next Book
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 1/27/2025 
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Lauren Radick, M.Ed.

    Join us as we explore resources like podcasts and free audiobooks, which unlock new worlds. This engaging and entertaining class equips the OLLI community with practical tools to navigate the ever-changing landscape of books and technology. E-books, audiobooks, podcasts, library and bookstore updates, top book lists, award lists, and fascinating apps and websites will be reviewed. Each resource will be explained with step-by-step instructions in a fun, approachable manner. Attendees receive a summary sheet of the discussed websites, apps, and opportunities. The program includes a PowerPoint presentation, live website interaction, engaging discussions, a game, video screenings, and a Q&A segment catering to visual and auditory learners. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

 

  • Interest-Rate Risk, Real Estate and Banking: What Does the Future Hold for the U.S. Economy?
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 1/27/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Rebel Cole, Ph.D.

    This course explores the dynamic relationship between interest-rate risk, real estate markets, and the banking sector in the context of the U.S. economy. Students will delve into how changes in interest rates impact real estate values, mortgage markets, and banking profitability. The course also examines historical trends and future projections to understand potential economic scenarios. Through case studies, interactive discussions, and expert guest lectures, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between these critical financial components and their implications for the future of the U.S. economy.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Cities of the World: Venice
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 1/27/2025 
    Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Taylor Hagood, Ph.D.

    In response to Dr. Taylor Hagood's popular lecture on Rome, he will lecture on another great Italian and world city: Venice. This romantic island city with canals for streets has a fascinating history filled with colorful characters and events. As with all of his travel lectures, Hagood will explore the culture alongside the history, including the city's food, music, ghosts, art, literature, architecture, and much, much more. Prepare to enjoy a trip to La Serenissima!

    "I follow Dr. Hagood in whatever he’s teaching; he is so talented in so many fields, a real renaissance man.” - OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Marilyn Monroe & Grace Kelly: 20th Century Icons
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 1/27/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Richard Rene Silvin, MBA

    Rumor has it that Prince Rainier of Monaco initially considered Marilyn Monroe before marrying Grace Kelly. Marilyn and Grace, both blonde actresses who died young, shared few similarities. Born Norma Jean Mortensen, Marilyn had a troubled youth, spending time in orphanages and foster homes. The 1953 hit “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” made her a star. After two failed marriages, her death at 36 led to numerous theories. Grace Kelly, the daughter of multimillionaire John Kelly, acted in 11 films between 1951 and 1956, winning an Academy Award for “The Country Girl” at 25. In 1956, she married Prince Rainier and became Princess Grace of Monaco. She significantly transformed Monaco into a cultural hub. She died in a car accident in 1982. René Silvin will recount anecdotes about Princess Grace and Hollywood glamour.

    "This was one of the best programs I have been to. He had such a relaxed way of presenting, but giving us so much info. He was marvelous!!!!!!"- OLLI Patron

 

  • Worlds in Motion: A Journey Through Contemporary International Cinema
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $80.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/27/2025 - 2/17/2025
    Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Shelly Isaacs

    In this session, as we continue our exploration of world cinema, we’ll encounter a diverse range of voices and stories from across the globe.

    "Shelly Isaacs truly brings the magic of movies to life. I’ve been seeing films with his various programs for almost ten years now and always look forward to a new semester of film"- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. "Kidnapped: The Abduction of Edgardo Mortara" - Italy, 2023: Edgardo Mortara, a young Jewish boy living in Bologna, Italy, who in 1858, after being secretly baptized, was forcibly taken from his family to be raised as a Christian. His parents' struggle to free their son became part of a larger political battle that pitted the papacy against forces of democracy and Italian unification. Running time 2hr 14min.

    2. "All Your Faces" - France, 2023: Restorative justice programs offer a safe space for dialogue between offenders and victims -- supported by professionals and volunteers. In this emotional and difficult journey, they must overcome resentment to find solace and forgiveness. And perhaps, at the end of the road, some of them might even find healing. Running time 118 min.

    3. "Monster" - Japan, 2023: When her young son Minato starts to behave strangely, his mother feels that there is something wrong. Discovering that a teacher is responsible, she storms into the school, demanding to know what's going on. But as the story unfolds through the eyes of mother, teacher, and child, the truth gradually emerges. Running time 2hr 7min.

    4. "La Chimera" - Italy, 2024: Everyone has their own Chimera, something they try to achieve but never manage to find. For the band of tombaroli, thieves of ancient grave goods and archaeological wonders, the Chimera means redemption from work and the dream of easy wealth. In an adventurous journey between the living and the dead, between forests and cities, between celebrations and solitudes, the intertwined destinies of these characters unfold, all in search of the Chimera.  Running time 2 hr 13m.

    Weekly titles subject to change.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Exploring the Future of Golf: Trends, Competition, and Sustainability
  • Location: Jupiter Campus

     

    Fees:
        Member: $35.00
        Non-Member: $40.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $40.00
    Dates: 1/28/2025 - 1/28/2025
    Times: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Paul Clivio, Geoff Lofstead

    Join OLLI for an exciting conversation with Paul Clivio, President of the South Florida PGA, and Geoff Lofstead, Executive Director of the South Florida PGA, as they delve into the latest trends transforming the golf world. Paul will explore the post-COVID-19 boom in the sport, shifting player demographics, and the dynamic competition between the PGA and LIV tours. He’ll also share insights into the science of maintaining vibrant, sustainable golf courses. This program promises a comprehensive and engaging look at the future of the sport and the industry.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

    **CLASS CANCELED**

 

  • Elvis: The Life and Music
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $35.00
        Non-Member: $40.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $40.00
    Date: 1/28/2025 
    Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Taylor Hagood, Ph.D.

    Dr. Taylor Hagood brings a new live music event on the life and music of Elvis Presley. This program will include the early songs that made the King of Rock and Roll famous and the later, more obscure songs that show how he grew as an artist. While presenting the life of this iconic figure, Dr. Hagood will also share entertaining perspectives on Elvis based on family memories from North Mississippi and even encounters with Elvis impersonators from around the world. This is NOT an Elvis impersonation!!!!!! But it will be fun!

    "Excellent experience in every way- Dr. Hagood is a talented, knowledgeable and engaging instructor. A+ all the way!"- OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Murder and Mayhem in the World of ART
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $105.00
        Non-Member: $140.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 1/29/2025 - 3/12/2025
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 7
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Terryl Lawrence, Ed.D.

     

     

    High passion, intrigue, scandal, fakery, and greed have always existed in the world of Art. Extreme emotion fed by rivalry and lust has led to the commission of unspeakable acts of robbery, looting, and misappropriation. Tales have been told about thefts, forgeries, and assorted crimes, some romantic, others bizarre - but always fascinating. Notorious cases of fraud have embarrassed museum curators, gallery owners, and collectors; even the most brilliant connoisseurs have been stung. This course will address specific instances of murder and mayhem, the personalities involved in each mystery, the circumstances, public and private deception, the perpetrators, victims, and outcomes.

    "Terryl’s series was the highlight of the OLLI season for me. I absolutely loved her lectures and her!!"- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. Elmyr de Hory: The most notorious forger of the twentieth century.

    2. The Elgin Marbles: The pilfering of antiquities.

    3. Caravaggio: The wild and tragic life of the first modern painter.

    4. Degenerate Art: Modern masterpieces seized and condemned by the Third Reich.

    5. Big Time Art Fakes: The Downfall of New York's Prestigious Galleries.

    6. Anatomy of a Hoax: Han van Meegeren, the forger of Vermeer.

    7.  Isabella Stewart Gardiner: Her collection and the heist.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • CĂ©line Dion: One In A Million
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 1/29/2025 
    Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Robert Versteeg

    Born in Quebec, Canada, as the 14th child in a musical family, Céline Dion began singing publicly at age five. Discovered by manager René Angelil, her unique voice transitioned her from local fame to international stardom. Initially celebrated in French-speaking countries, her English hits, including "Beauty and the Beast," "The Power of Love," and "Because You Loved Me," cemented her status. The Titanic anthem "My Heart Will Go On" catapulted her to global fame. Dion's successful Las Vegas residency, the longest-running and most successful, was performed in a theater built especially for her. However, a few years ago, she revealed a rare and debilitating disease affecting one in a million people. Versteeg will guide the audience through Céline’s remarkable career, highlighting her triumphs and challenges, with music and interviews.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: Capturing Light: A Journey Through the History of the Camera and Photography
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 1/30/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Robert Feeney

    Step into the enchanting world of visual storytelling with a fascinating lecture on the evolution of the camera and the art of photography. Feeney, dressed as a 19th-century photographer, will share the humble origins of the camera obscura and explore how ingenious minds transformed this optical device into the first primitive cameras, leading to the birth of photography. Discover the works of pioneers like Louis Daguerre and Henry Fox Talbot, who forever altered visual communication. The lecture highlights how the camera became a powerful tool for sharing historical events, such as the American Civil War, with photographers like Alexander Gardner, Timothy O'Sullivan, and Mathew Brady. Join us to delve into iconic photographs and artifacts from Feeney's collection, celebrating the art, science, and cultural significance of photography. Space is limited.

    "He was one of the best and knowledgeable speakers I’ve heard at FAU" - OLLI Patron

 

  • The Jewish Connection: Pop Songs By Jewish Artists
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $35.00
        Non-Member: $40.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $40.00
    Date: 1/30/2025 
    Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: PinkSlip Duo

    What do "Tumbalalaika," "Hava Nagila," and "Sunrise Sunset" have in common with "California Dreamin'," "Up on the Roof," and "It's My Party?" There's a Jewish Connection! Spend a delightful afternoon singing pop songs by Jewish artists such as Carole King, Bette Midler, Billy Joel, Simon & Garfunkel, Neil Diamond, and so many more, and learn fascinating stories about the songs, the artists, and their Jewish backgrounds. This program opens with a Yiddish song, closes with a Hebrew hora medley, and is packed in the middle with fabulous Billboard hits, all by Jewish artists. As always, there will be slides with photos and lyrics for you to sing along. Be ready for some surprises!

    “Superb performance and very educational” - OLLI Patron

 

  • Excursion: 5150 Chocolate Co.: From Bean to Bar Chocolate Tour
  • Fee: $35.00
    Item Number: S251004BS1
    Dates: 2/1/2025 - 2/1/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: Sa
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Off-Site Location
    Room:
    Instructor: 5150 Chocolate Company Bean to Bar

    THIS CLASS IS FULL.

    5150 Chocolate Co. in Delray Beach invites OLLI patrons on a journey that redefines chocolate-making. This tour reveals how a chocolatier's crazy idea turned an apartment into a makeshift lab, transforming raw cacao into extraordinary chocolate. Discover the difference between a chocolatier and a chocolate maker, and see how tools like juicers and lentil grinders played a role in this creative process. Learn how respecting the unique qualities of cacao and honoring the farmers who cultivate it led to a product that's as thoughtful as it is delicious. Experience firsthand the passion, creativity, and relentless curiosity that fuel 5150 Chocolate Co., where tradition meets innovation, and chocolate is truly crazy good. 5150 Chocolate Co. is located at 1010 N. Federal Hwy, Delray Beach, FL 33483. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early to check-in. The deadline for enrollment is Friday, January 31st. All participants will receive free samples and discounts on purchases just in time for Valentine's Day! Space is limited, so register early!

    The deadline for enrollment is Friday, January 31st. All participants will receive free samples and discounts on purchases just in time for Valentine's Day! Space is limited, so register early!

 

  • The Bill of Rights by the Numbers: Key Issues and Supreme Court Decisions
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $80.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/3/2025 - 2/24/2025
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Roy Klein, J.D.

    The Bill of Rights is 230 years old, but it continues to regularly impact our daily activities and fuel lively political and policy debates. This series will use constitutional/legal analysis, history, current events, logic/common sense, and a little humor to examine some key issues and landmark Supreme Court decisions.

    " I will take any course Klein teaches Great combination of knowledge and wit"- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. First Amendment: Freedom From and Freedom of Religion -The Very First Clauses of the Bill of Rights.

    2. Second Amendment: Gun Rights and Regulations - What in the World Does the Amendment Mean?

    3. Fourth and Fifth Amendments: Your Rights When Confronted by the Police.

    4. Sixth through Eighth Amendments: The Rights of Criminal Defendants (Because no one is below the law).

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

     

 

  • The Great Comedians: From Vaudeville and Burlesque to Streaming Video
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/3/2025 
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Al Kustanowitz

    Join us for a delightful journey through the funniest and most beloved nightclub and television skits by the great comedians of the 20th century. We'll share little-known facts and anecdotes about their careers, featuring legends like Abbott and Costello, Laurel and Hardy, George Burns, George Carlin, Totie Fields, Sid Caesar, Mel Brooks, Milton Berle, Bill Cosby, Jackie Mason, Alan King, and many others. Trace the evolution of comedy from burlesque and vaudeville to radio, TV, film, nightclubs, comedy clubs, the internet, YouTube, and streaming video. Discover their origins, learn their original names, and enjoy their skillful jokes and skits. We will analyze and present the comedy stylings of 20 comedians in their original form, accompanied by visual images and audio and video clips throughout the program.

    "I really enjoyed this class!!!  He was awesome!!” - OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • On Both Sides of the Atlantic: The Jews of England and Argentina
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $80.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/3/2025 - 2/24/2025
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Edith Rogovin Frankel, Ph.D.

    The stories of the settlement of Jews in Medieval England and in Argentina after the Spanish Inquisition are two fascinating and contrasting communities. In England, from Norman times to blood libel and expulsion, only to return in the 17th century and gradually become leaders of world Jewry. The Argentine community, part Sephardic, part Ashkenazi: from politics to cowboys to prostitutes, a colorful history of one of the largest Jewish communities in the world. Lectures with PowerPoint presentation.

    "She is knowledgeable, clever, very well spoken and has a great sense of humor!"- Olli Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. A look at early Jewish settlement in England, beginning in 1066. Who were these Jews? Blood libels and the expulsion of the Jews from England. The portrayal of the Jew in early English literature from Chaucer to Shakespeare.

    2. After the return of the Jews, their changing legal status. Sephardic and Ashenazi Jewish communities in Victorian England. 20th century developments. Treatment of the Jew in modern English literature.

    3. The early history of Argentina and its Jews beginning in the 16th century. Later Sephardic and Ashkenazi migrations.

    4. Modern history of the Jews of Argentina. Development of the Jewish community. Jewish gauchos and Jewish prostitutes. Dealing with antisemitism. Recent political issues.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • EstĂ©e Lauder: A Historical Portrayal of the Woman Who Built a Cosmetics Empire
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/3/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Leslie Goddard, Ph.D.

    The name Estée Lauder today ranks among the best-known in the world of cosmetics. But who was the person behind the celebrated name? In this historical portrayal, actress and scholar Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., brings Jewish cosmetics legend Estée Lauder to life. It is 1969 and Estée has decided to share stories of how she launched her beauty business by selling skin creams developed by her chemist uncle. She prioritized beautiful packaging and targeted high-end stores, eventually breaking into Saks Fifth Avenue. Her Youth-Dew bath oil took the world by storm, launching Estée Lauder, Inc. and helping to build her company into a million-dollar-a-year business. Meet the woman whose extraordinary sales ability turned her love for beauty into a cosmetics empire.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: The Civil War Through Writers' Eyes
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $70.00
        Non-Member: $90.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/3/2025 - 2/24/2025
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Taylor Hagood, Ph.D.

    In this series, Dr. Taylor Hagood will explore the American Civil War through the perspectives of literary writers. From Mary Boykin Chesnut's behind-the-scenes political insights to Ambrose Bierce's first-hand battle accounts and Stephen Crane's vivid imaginings, this program delves into the minds of those most affected by the war. It also revisits later interpretations by Evelyn Scott, William Faulkner, Michael Shaara, and Natasha Tretheway. Major causes, battles, and weaponry will be discussed, bringing this transformative moment in American history to life. Blending history and fiction, Dr. Hagood will highlight how the Civil War tested democracy, unity, and human rights. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "Dr. Hagood is one of the most knowledgeable, versatile, clever, upbeat, and attention-holding professors I have ever had.” - OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. The Eyewitnesses: Mary Boykin Chesnut recorded her personal war experience from the home front in her famous diary, while Ambrose Bierce wrote tales based on his service in the Federal Army.

    2. The War Belongs to All: The Civil War profoundly affected the generation immediately after it, and Stephen Crane famously captured that perspective on the conflict.

    3. The War Continues: A forgotten but major Civil War book is Evelyn Scott's "The Wave"; she played a role in introducing Nobel Prize winner William Faulkner, who wrote powerfully of the war from a grandchild's viewpoint.

    4. Latter-Day Perspectives: Michael Shaara's "The Killer Angels" breathes new life into a classic battle, and Natasha Tretheway considers race and combat from an often-ignored angle.

 

  • America at Risk: The Danger of Imperial Presidential Power
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/4/2025 
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Jeffrey Shapiro

    Former presidential appointee, prosecutor, and investigative journalist Jeffrey Scott Shapiro discusses the dangers of expanding presidential power and the failure of the judicial and legislative branches to act as effective checks and balances, as required by the Separation of Powers doctrine. With experience as a prosecutor and senior U.S. official, Shapiro is well-versed in the complexities of balancing executive power with Congress and the courts. In this course, he examines four key threats to American democracy: the erosion of the independent counsel's role in holding the President accountable; the misuse of executive orders, proclamations, and agreements; the expansion of presidential immunity; and the use of executive power to undermine the legal protections of inferior officers and career appointees. The course includes a PowerPoint presentation and handouts for attendees.

    "When Jeffrey Shapiro was my student, I knew that he was special and would do amazing things. He has exceeded my highest expectations." Jeffrey S. Morton

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • A Conversation with Jeannette Walls
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $20.00
        Non-Member: $25.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $25.00
    Date: 2/4/2025 
    Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Jeanette Walls

    Please join Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, in partnership with the Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College as a part of their 25th-anniversary celebrations, for a fascinating conversation with best-selling author Jeannette Walls. Walls’ memoir, “The Glass Castle,” has been a New York Times bestseller for more than eight years. She is also the author of the instant New York Times bestsellers, “The Silver Star” and” Half Broke Horses,” which was named one of the ten best books of 2009 by the editors of The New York Times Book Review. “Glass Castles” was adapted to a film starring Brie Larson and Woody Harrelson, and her novel “Hang the Moon” is being adapted for television. A book sale and signing will follow.

 

  • Words of Advice for the Next President
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $70.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $70.00
    Date: 2/5/2025 
    Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Harry Chernotsky, Ph.D., Jeffrey Morton, Ph.D.

    Whether it is Kamala Harris or Donald J. Trump, our new president will not be in short supply of foreign policy challenges. Join Foreign Policy Association Fellow Jeffrey Morton and his undergraduate professor & mentor, Dr. Harry Chernotsky, for their advice, warnings, and words of wisdom for the next U.S. president across an array of foreign policy issues. The one-hour exchange will be followed by a Question & Answer session.

    "Been a long-time follower of Dr. Morton. I intend to remain so as long as possible!” - OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Becoming Americans: The Story of Jewish Migration to the United States
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $80.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Date: 2/6/2025 
    Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Edith Rogovin Frankel, Ph.D.

    This program tells the fascinating story of Jewish immigration to America, beginning with Jewish life in Europe during the Late Middle Ages, the Spanish Inquisition, and the expulsion from various European countries. The lectures will explore the earliest Jewish settlers in the Western Hemisphere, their role in the English colonies, and how they made a living while maintaining their identity. Topics include Jewish involvement in the Revolutionary War, the Westward expansion, and the Civil War, along with the influx of Central and Eastern European Jews in the 19th century. The program will also examine U.S. immigration policy, including the 1920s restrictions, FDR’s policies, Soviet Jews’ immigration, and today’s political context.

    "She is knowledgeable, clever, very well spoken and has a great sense of humor!” - OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. The Age of Discovery and the Colonization of America. The earliest years of migration.  Jews in Colonial America.

    2. From the Revolutionary War to the Civil War. The growth of the Jewish population in America. The spread of Jewish communities. Who was coming, and how did they fit in?

    3. Post-Civil War America. The great immigration of the second half of the 19th century and how this changed the composition of the Jewish population. Experiments in utopian communities and religious diversity.

    4. The 20th Century and Beyond. The closing of the gates. A review of American immigration policies, up to the present.  American policy towards Jews fleeing Europe during the rise of Hitler.  U.S. policy on Soviet Jews.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: The Iliad and The Odyssey: Adventures Back in Time
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/6/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Margery Marcus, Ed.D.

    For 3000 years, storytellers have recounted Homer's tales of heroism, love, betrayal, and tragedy in "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey." "The Iliad," the story of the Trojan War, speaks of the anguish and futility of war. Eventually, the Trojan Horse ploy ends the ten-year-long war. Odysseus, the Greek mastermind behind that trick, will then spend ten years wandering at sea before arriving home to Ithaca. Before reuniting with his wife and son, he braves monsters, the wrath of the gods, and even a trip to the underworld. Join Dr. Margery Marcus for an adventure back in time, first to ancient Troy, then to the land of the Lotus Eaters, the cave of the Cyclops, Circe's Island, and even a descent into Hades. And more perils awaited once he finally arrived home! This lecture includes a colorful PowerPoint. Space is limited.

    "Dr. Marcus ALWAYS gives a flawless, beautifully and thoroughly researched presentation"- OLLI Patron

 

  • The History of America’s Flirtation with Fascism and Totalitarianism
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/6/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Samuel M. Edelman, Ph.D.

    Since the earliest years of the American republic, there have been anti-democratic forces at play. We will look at a fascinating rogue's gallery of anti-democratic groups’ efforts to undercut American democracy. What has their legacy been, and how have they played out in contemporary American politics and the 2024 presidential election?

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Nick & Nora, Myrna & Bill: America’s Favorite (Never-Married) “Husband and Wife” Part I
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $80.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/6/2025 - 2/27/2025
    Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Kurt Stone, D.D.

    Between 1934 and 1947, actors Wm. Powell and Myrna Loy made a total of 6 movies in which they starred as “Nick & Nora Charles,” a madcap, gin-swilling husband-and-wife team who solved murder mysteries. Originally based on crime writer Dashiell Hammett’s 1934 novel “The Thin Man,” the movie-going public found them so ideally paired that a huge chunk of them actually believed they were married to one another in their off-screen life. In matter of fact, off screen they were just the best of friends. All in all, Myrna and Bill starred in a total of 14 films together. In this first part of the this two-part series, we will watch the first picture they made together, and the first three films in the "Thin Man" series. All films will be shown in their entirety, to be followed by questions and Dr. Stone’s “ well-known “behind the silver screen tales from Hollywood and Vine.”

    Lectures:

    1. “Manhattan Melodrama” (1934) In their first pairing, Myrna and Bill join Clark Gable and the then 14-year-old Mickey Rooney in a story about two childhood friends who go in opposite directions, one a D.A., the other a crook.

    2. “The Thin Man” (1934) Newly-married Nick and Nora drink their way through a case involving the disappearance of an inventor. Costarring Maureen O’Sullivan and Cesar Romero.

    3.” After the Thin Man” (1936) Back home in San Francisco for New Year’s, Nick and Nora (along with Asta and “Mrs.” Asta) reluctantly hunt for the murderer of Nora’s cousin’s husband. Co-starring James Stewart in his earliest films.

    4. “Another Thin Man” (1939): Returned to New York with Asta and son Nickie, Jr., the couple seeks to find out who killed Nora’s late father’s business partner. With C. Aubrey Smith.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: CSI: Inside Forensic Investigations
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/7/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Patrick McLaughlin

    Enter the real world of CSI in this fascinating program that delves into the techniques and strategies crime scene investigators use to complete work at a crime scene. This interactive course explores photography, evidence documentation, scene sketches, and search strategies. Participants will also engage in a crime scene reconstruction exercise designed to demonstrate techniques used by investigators to sequence events at crime scenes. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.


 

  • Excursion: 5150 Chocolate Co.: From Bean to Bar Chocolate Tour
  • Location: Off-Site
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $0.00
    Date: 2/8/2025 
    Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Building: Off-Site Location
    Instructor: 5150 Chocolate Company Bean to Bar

    5150 Chocolate Co. in Delray Beach invites OLLI patrons on a journey that redefines chocolate-making. This tour reveals how a chocolatier's crazy idea turned an apartment into a makeshift lab, transforming raw cacao into extraordinary chocolate. Discover the difference between a chocolatier and a chocolate maker, and see how tools like juicers and lentil grinders played a role in this creative process. Learn how respecting the unique qualities of cacao and honoring the farmers who cultivate it led to a product that's as thoughtful as it is delicious. Experience firsthand the passion, creativity, and relentless curiosity that fuel 5150 Chocolate Co., where tradition meets innovation, and chocolate is truly crazy good. 5150 Chocolate Co. is located at 1010 N. Federal Hwy, Delray Beach, FL 33483. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early to check-in. The deadline for enrollment is Friday, January 31st. All participants will receive free samples and discounts on purchases just in time for Valentine's Day! Space is limited, so register early!

    NEW DATE ADDED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND

    The deadline for enrollment is Friday, February 7th. All participants will receive free samples and discounts on purchases just in time for Valentine's Day! Space is limited, so register early!

 

  • Seminar: The History of Medicine: Why Doctors Do What They Do in the 21st Century, Part II, From the Medieval Era to Modernity
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $70.00
        Non-Member: $90.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/10/2025 - 3/3/2025
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Raphael Bloch, MD

    Medical Science in the modern era has achieved major breakthroughs, yielding vastly improved health and longevity for most people. Last year, Part I of this series traced these accomplishments in history to the successes and failures of medical practitioners from ancient Egypt through the European Middle Ages. Part II will further explore medical triumphs and tragedies from the Muslim €œGolden Era€ to the dawn of modernity. Numerous PowerPoint slides will be projected to illustrate the evolution of disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention from their earliest roots to the present time. Prior attendance at Part I is not required. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "Best course I have ever taken. Dr Bloch is knowledgeable, well prepared engaging speaker." - OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. Medicine in the Muslim “Golden Age,”ca. 750 -1250 AD

    2. The Renaissance: Background in history, culture, science, and technology, ca. 1400 - 1700 AD.

    3. The Renaissance: Revolutionary thinking and discoveries in medicine and surgery.

    4. Medicine in the Dawn of Modernity, ca. 18th to early 20th century.

 

  • The Making of Modern China: From the Opium Wars to Xi Jinping
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $90.00
        Non-Member: $120.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/10/2025 - 3/17/2025
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 6
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Jeffrey Steinberg, M.A.

    Modern China is a fascinating and unique place with a history and culture that is not well-known or understood by the West. Chinese civilization dates back thousands of years but is now also shaped by 19th and 20th-century ideas, including Marxism. This course will look at the factors that have shaped China today, from the long wave of history to the tumultuous period of civil war through the evolution of communist control. Today under Xi Jinping, China is claiming its place on the global stage as a major power. What this means and how the Western government responds to this emerging challenge is one of the major themes of the course. Without understanding China's evolution, policy mistakes can lead to conflict.

    "Great Professor! Great and engaging lectures!"- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. China's Long Imperial History

    2. The Century of Humiliation

    3. Sun Yat-sen's Failed Vision: An American Revolution with Chinese Characteristics?

    4. The Mao Years

    5. Deng Xiaoping and the Modernization of China

    6. Xi Jinping, the Belt and Road, and China's Global Ambitions

    5. Deng Xiaoping and the Modernization of China

    6. Xi Jinping, the Belt and Road, and China's Global Ambitions

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

     

 

  • Seminar: The Poetry of Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson: American Icons from the 19th Century
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $70.00
        Non-Member: $90.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/10/2025 - 3/3/2025
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Jeffrey Morgan, Ph.D.

    Join Jeffrey Morgan, Ph.D., on a journey into nineteenth-century Civil War America through the poetry of Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson. Morgan will reveal new insights into their work, offering a fresh perspective on these titans of American poetry. Through close readings and formal analysis, you'll discover why their writing, often overshadowed by their iconic lives, is foundational to modern American poetry. Classics and lesser-known pieces will be explored, with Morgan bringing them to life through readings and discussions. Each session features their work projected on a screen, allowing you to experience these poems in a whole new way. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your appreciation of Whitman and Dickinson!! This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "Great teacher - kept me interested and engaged!"- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. Whitman: Letter from Emerson; excerpts from Preface to Leaves of Grass; selections from Song of Myself and When I Heard the Learn'd Astronomer.

    2. Whitman: Beat, Beat, Drums!; When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom'd; O Captain! My Captain!; A Noiseless Patient Spider, and I Hear America Singing.

    3. Dickinson: This is my letter to the World; Tell all the truth but tell it slant; There is no Frigate like a book; I taste a liquor never brewed; Much Madness is divinest Sense; Success is counted Sweetest, and The Soul selects her own Society.

    4. Dickinson: Hope is the thing with feathers; A Narrow Fellow in the Grass; It sifts from Leaden Sieves; Some keep the Sabbath going to Church; Faith is a fine invention; I heard a fly buzz; The Bustle in a House, and Because I could not stop for Death.

 

  • Seminar: What is ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance?): The Past, Present and Future
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/10/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Siri Terjesen, Ph.D.

    In the 1980s, 'corporate social responsibility' (CSR) gained popularity as companies recognized the importance of being responsible and transparent about their societal and environmental impact. However, it wasn't until the 2000s that ESG became a commonly used term in the investment world. This lecture reviews the historical development of CSR leading to ESG, including examples of pre-ESG capitalists and philanthropists who prioritized stakeholders like customers, employees, and communities. It also covers the development of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the growing push for ESG regulation, concluding with a look at the future from multiple perspectives. Space is limited.

 

  • Marvin Hamlisch and Carole Bayer Sager: We're Playing Their Songs
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/10/2025 
    Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Harvey Granat

    Besides writing some great songs together, Marvin Hamlisch and Carol Bayer Sager wrote the hit Broadway musical, They’re Playing Our Song, based on their personal relationship. Marvin wrote the music for the multi-Tony Award-winning "Chorus Line," along with many other film and stage scores. He is among only a handful of EGOT winners (Emmy, Golden Globe, Oscar, and Tony Awards). Carole is the Oscar-winning lyricist of a whole host of great popular songs. Among the songs you'll hear are: "What I Did For Love," "The Way We Were," "Come in From the Rain", "Nobody Does It Better," "Midnight Blue," "Through the Eyes of Love," and "They're Playing Our Song," among many. The program will combine live performance with great videos and "inside" stories from Granat's family relationship with Carole Bayer Sager.

    "This presenter was superb, personable, talented, and knowledgeable"- OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Constitutional Showdowns: How the Historical Battles Between the Court and the President Have Changed American Politics
  • Location: Jupiter Campus

     

    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $80.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/11/2025 - 3/4/2025
    Times: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Eric Williams, Ph.D.

    This series explores pivotal Supreme Court cases that shaped American history. From Marbury v. Madison to the Nixon Tapes, these cases illustrate the evolving balance of power among the branches of the U.S. government.

    "Each session was very interesting and informative. I thoroughly enjoyed attending and look forward to his next series of lectures."- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. Marbury v Madison: This first showdown between Chief Justice John Marshall and incoming President Thomas Jefferson defined the role of the Court in American politics for the next 200 years. Before this case, being a Supreme Court Justice was so unimportant that a man left it to become the treasurer of Maryland. After, they were a co-equal branch in our three-branch system.

    2. Lincoln and the Post-War Court: During the Civil War, President Lincoln used executive powers in some questionable constitutional ways to win the war and free the slaves.  Once the war was won and Lincoln was dead, the Court had to decide how much of the power Lincoln grabbed during wartime was constitutionally appropriate.

    3. Roosevelt Packs the Court: The conservative Supreme Court of the 1930s knocked down nearly all of FDR’s New Deal legislation, much to the President’s ire.  His solution? To get Congress to raise the number of Justices to 15 and pack the Court with loyal New Dealers. This fight was for the institutional integrity of the Court.

    4. Nixon and His Tapes: Of the things President Nixon regretted during his time in office, perhaps his biggest was the decision to have his office wired for sound and recording.  When the special prosecutor subpoenaed the recordings that were made around the time of the Watergate break-ins, the President claimed that he had prosecutorial immunity and didn’t need to give them up.  This fight and decision loomed large recently as another President made a similar legal claim.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

    **Class Canceled**

 

  • The Wannsee Conference: 90 Minutes that Changed World History?
  • Location: Delray Beach
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/11/2025 
    Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Building: Delray Beach - The Vintage Gym at Old School House
    Instructor: Claudia Dunlea, Ph.D.

    On January 20, 1942, in a grand villa on the shore of Berlin’s Lake Wannsee, a conference of 15 Nazi officers got together to discuss the “Final Solution to the Jewish Question.” The meeting produced the “Wannsee Protocol,” which has mystified us ever since it was discovered in 1947 in Berlin. How should we understand this methodical business-like discussion of holocaust laid down in it? Why was the meeting even necessary? Hundreds of thousands of Jews had already been shot in Russia or gassed in the camp at Chelmno. Holocaust deniers sometimes contend that, because Hitler was not present at this meeting and because the genocidal nature of the "Final Solution" was not spelled out explicitly, somehow this means that there was no deliberate policy from the top ordering the destruction of the Jews of Europe. This lecture seeks to unravel the reasons behind the Wannsee Conference, what happened there and explain how it was that, on a snowy day, fifteen well-educated young men met to talk murder. 

    "The instructor was excellent. Great asset for OLLI." - OLLI Patron

 

  • Seminar: Memory As We Age
  • Fee: $50.00
    Item Number: S251214S1BT2
    Dates: 2/11/2025 - 2/11/2025
    Times: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Room: Room 102
    Instructor: Michael DeDonno, Ph.D.

    THIS CLASS IS FULL.

    Past evidence suggests our memory declines with age, and with that, many media advertisements tout various supplements and exercises promising to improve memory. Unfortunately, most of these products have minimal impact on real memory performance. The effectiveness (or ineffectiveness) of memory improvement products is due, in part, to a lack of empirical evidence. However, there is good news: new scientific research is providing real data that shows that our memory stays intact much longer than we believed. In addition, there is empirical evidence for various memory-enhancing activities. This one-time lecture will include a discussion of past and current research that provides a foundation for maintaining our memory as we age. We will also discuss evidence-based research demonstrating activities that can aid memory. The audience will have opportunities to experience popular memory tasks. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "Excellent speaker - very dynamic and motivating. Would love to attend more of his courses" - OLLI Patron

 

  • Seminar: Why Your Birth Order is a Blessing and a Curse
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/11/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Pavel Mischenko, M.A.

    You’ve been secretly programmed for great success. You’ve also been programmed for stress and conflict. How? It happened during your childhood, and you had no choice or control over it. Trained therapist Pavel Mischenko will explain how to unlock the mysteries of your birth order habits. The “Birth Order Typical Habits” Model provides you with a deeper understanding of your personal resources, the habits that were formed early in life. If you are aware of your Birth Order habits, you can dramatically improve your relationships, avoid conflict, and pursue a more positive, purposeful life! This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

 

  • Seminar: It's Time to Take a Break and Live Holistically:- Engaging in the 4 R's of Renewal
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $70.00
        Non-Member: $90.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/11/2025 - 3/4/2025
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Marva Furlongue-Laver, MSW

    Does taking a break feel impossible right now? The simple idea of taking a break seems out of reach; let's talk about how to rest and feel renewed! Join us for an empowering and enlightening series dedicated to building awareness of the importance of Rest and how to incorporate it into our lives. We will change our mindset on what Rest is; Rest is not simply about stopping. It's about restoration. It's about pouring back into our deficits to serve the people we love and the areas where we felt called to impact. It will be about evaluating where you can begin to bring a sense of healing and restoration within your physical body. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    LECTURES:

    1. Stress Reduction: We need to Rest and Reduce production activities.

    2. Self-Care: Rest and engage in Relaxing activities.

    3. Restore our being through Mindfulness self awareness activities.

    4. Rest and Relax our minds and bodies through sleep.

 

  • Excursion: Wine Tasting: Wines of the Old World and the New
  • Location: Off-Site
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $65.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $0.00
    Date: 2/11/2025 
    Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Building: Off-Site Location
    Instructor: Via Proxy Shop & Wine Club Tish Sawyer and Brian Chamis

    Join your fellow OLLI patrons for a fun afternoon exploring Old World and New World wines at Tequesta's cozy Via Proxy Shop and Wine Club! Owners Tish Sawyer and Brian Chamis, both certified sommeliers, will guide you through five exquisite wines. To complement your tasting, charcuterie boards featuring delicious fare will be an accompaniment. Bring your friends and enjoy this unique OLLI excursion! The enrollment deadline is Friday, February 7th. Via Proxy Shop and Wine Club is located at 389 Tequesta Dr, Jupiter Inlet Colony, FL 33469. Space is limited, so be sure to register early!

 

  • America at Risk: The Danger of Imperial Presidential Power
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/12/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Jeffrey Shapiro

    Former presidential appointee, prosecutor, and investigative journalist Jeffrey Scott Shapiro discusses the dangers of expanding presidential power and the failure of the judicial and legislative branches to act as effective checks and balances, as required by the Separation of Powers doctrine. With experience as a prosecutor and senior U.S. official, Shapiro is well-versed in the complexities of balancing executive power with Congress and the courts. In this course, he examines four key threats to American democracy: the erosion of the independent counsel's role in holding the President accountable; the misuse of executive orders, proclamations, and agreements; the expansion of presidential immunity; and the use of executive power to undermine the legal protections of inferior officers and career appointees. The course includes a PowerPoint presentation and handouts for attendees.

    "When Jeffrey Shapiro was my student, I knew that he was special and would do amazing things. He has exceeded my highest expectations." Jeffrey S. Morton

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT):“Do one thing every day that scares you.” — Eleanor Roosevelt
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/12/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Bert Diament, Ph.D.

    We Americans profoundly believe in the pursuit of happiness and our unalienable right to obtain it. We view unhappiness as abnormal and strive to eliminate psychological pain as quickly as possible. The American Psychological Association lists at least nine psychotherapies to reduce emotional distress. Over the last forty years, a different approach has emerged, asserting that emotional suffering is normal and that attempting to eliminate it may worsen the issue. Supported by over 12,000 participants in numerous studies, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) has proven effective for various emotional disorders. This PowerPoint lecture will briefly review other therapies and present the basic principles of ACT, highlighting its unique approach to handling emotional challenges. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "I have attended many of Dr Diamant's lectures over the years. He is still spot on!" - OLLI Patron

 

  • Nick & Nora, Myrna and Bill: America’s Favorite (Never-Married) “Husband and Wife”
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $105.00
        Non-Member: $140.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/12/2025 - 4/2/2025
    Time: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 7
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Kurt Stone, D.D.

    Between 1934 and 1947, actors Wm. Powell and Myrna Loy made a total of 6 movies in which they starred as “Nick & Nora Charles,” a madcap, gin-swilling husband-and-wife team who solved murder mysteries. Originally based on crime writer Dashiell Hammett’s 1934 novel “The Thin Man,” the movie-going public found them so ideally paired that a huge chunk of them actually believed they were married to one another in their off-screen life. As a matter of fact, off-screen, they were just the best of friends. All in all, Myrna and Bill starred in a total of 14 films together. In this 8-week course, we will watch the first and the last pictures they made together, sandwiching all 6 “Thin Man” films in order, from “The Thin Man” (1934) to “Song of the Thin Man” (1947). All films will be shown in their entirety, to be followed by questions and Dr. Stone’s well-known “behind the silver screen tales from Hollywood and Vine.”

    “Really enjoyed Kurt's vast cinematic knowledge and his openness in discussions.” – OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. The Thin Man (1934) Newly married Nick and Nora drink their way through a case involving the disappearance of an inventor. Costarring Maureen O’Sullivan and Cesar Romero.

    2. After the Thin Man (1936) Back home in San Francisco for New Year’s, Nick and Nora (along with Asta and “Mrs.” Asta) reluctantly hunt for the murderer of Nora’s cousin’s husband. Co-starring James Stewart in his earliest films.

    3. Another Thin Man (1939): Returned to New York with Asta and son Nickie, Jr., the couple seeks to find out who killed Nora’s late father’s business partner. With C. Aubrey Smith.

    4. Shadow of the Thin Man (1941) While at a local race track hoping for a pleasant afternoon, a jockey is killed. Nick and Nora are enlisted to look for the murderer by their friend, police Lt. Abrams (Same Levene).

    5. The Thin Man Goes Home (1945) While on a visit to Nick’s home town, the local criminals assume he’s there on a case. When a corpse shows up on Nick’s father’s doorstep, Nick Nora’s vacation turns into yet another case.

    6. The Song of the Thin Man (1947): Nick and Nora are on a gambling ship where a murder occurs. 2 leading suspects come to them for help. The couple turns them over to the police and then looks for the real murderer.

    7. The Senator Was Indiscreet (1948): The 14th and last Powell/Loy film. A bumbling, long-winded, crooked Southern senator, considered by some as a dark horse for the Presidency, panics his party when his tell-all diary is stolen.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • How to Know a Person: Bringing Humanity Back from the Brink
  • Fee: $90.00
    Item Number: S251000L1BW3
    Dates: 2/12/2025 - 2/12/2025
    Times: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: David Brooks

    THIS CLASS IS FULL.

    Join OLLI as we welcome New York Times Opinion columnist David Brooks.

    We’re living in dire times. People don’t know their neighbors. We disregard someone’s entire personhood based on a single political view. Individualism often supplants social responsibility when it matters most. At the center of our many societal ills, David Brooks argues, is the fact that we simply don’t treat each other well. We’ve forgotten how to connect with one another on a human level. Fortunately, these skills are learnable and have far-reaching effects, from healing personal and familial relationships to making you a more effective leader and strengthening your business impact. Based on his bestselling book, “How to Know a Person,” this talk is ultimately a guide to becoming a better person, living a more connected and fulfilling life, and repairing our torn social fabric.

     

     

    The deadline for Registration for this VIP event is Wednesday, February 5th. Tickets include a meet and greet reception beginning at 6:00 pm and admission with reserved seating. Space is limited.

     

    The James and Stephanie Sokolove
    2025 Special Speakers Series

    This Program is Underwritten by an Anonymous Donor

 

  • The Roots of Rock & Roll
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/12/2025 
    Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Matthew Sabatella, M.A.

    To some people in the mid-1950s, rock & roll music seemed to come out of nowhere. The radio played hit records by Doris Day, Perry Como, and Patti Page. Then, all of a sudden, there was Chuck Berry, Little Richard, Bill Haley and His Comets, and Elvis Presley. Rock & Roll had actually been slowly brewing for decades from a mix of music that included blues, rhythm and blues, country, bluegrass, and more. Each of these musical genres included elements from both black and white cultures. This program explores these musical roots and the birth of Rock & Roll through lectures, historical images, and recordings.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • How to Know a Person: Bringing Humanity Back from the Brink
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $70.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $70.00
    Date: 2/12/2025 
    Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: David Brooks

    Join OLLI as we welcome New York Times Opinion columnist David Brooks.

    We’re living in dire times. People don’t know their neighbors. We disregard someone’s entire personhood based on a single political view. Individualism often supplants social responsibility when it matters most. At the center of our many societal ills, David Brooks argues, is the fact that we simply don’t treat each other well. We’ve forgotten how to connect with one another on a human level. Fortunately, these skills are learnable and have far-reaching effects, from healing personal and familial relationships to making you a more effective leader and strengthening your business impact. Based on his bestselling book, “How to Know a Person,” this talk is ultimately a guide to becoming a better person, living a more connected and fulfilling life, and repairing our torn social fabric.

     

     

    The James and Stephanie Sokolove
    2025 Special Speakers Series

    This Program is Underwritten by an Anonymous Donor

 

  • Seminar: What Can We Learn from Our Prehistoric Ancestors, Part I: The Significance of Style & Location for Prehistoric Cave Painting
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/13/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Karen Roberts, Ph.D.

    In this thought-provoking two-part program, we explore the unique art and architecture of early man and how these creations served their way of life. From there, we will reflect on how modern art forms contribute to our society's goals. Cro-Magnon man, our prehistoric ancestor, was a nomadic hunter who settled in Europe around 40,000 to 10,000 BCE. He created the first art, notably animal paintings hidden deep in caves, raising the question: Why so far from daily life? By 3,000 BCE, humans had become settled farmers, leaving behind megalithic stone circles like Stonehenge. What do these designs reveal about Neolithic social and spiritual life? Just as Michelangelo's work reflects the Renaissance, these ancient complexes offer insights into early cultural values.

    “Dr. Roberts takes the taken-for-granted basic appreciation of art to another level. Bring her back as often as you can!!! I, amongst others in the class, would sign up!” OLLI Patron

 

  • The Life Journeys of the First Four Female Supreme Court Justices
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/13/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Rose Feinberg, Ed.D

    Sandra Day O'Connor, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Sonia Sotomayor, and Elena Kagan are the first four females to serve as Supreme Court Justices. Each had an interesting journey to her confirmation hearings and life appointment as a Supreme Court Justice. Sandra Day O'Connor was the first female Justice; the other women were "firsts" in other positions. Discover how each woman's family, early life, and education laid the foundation for the fortitude and other attributes that enabled them to overcome the hurdles in their lives. Get to know each woman's personality and characteristics from her own words and the perceptions of others. This lecture emphasizes the fascinating life journey of each Justice. Pictures and video clips via PowerPoint enhance this lecture.

    "Well presented"- OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • How to Know a Person: Bringing Humanity Back from the Brink
  • Fee: $90.00
    Item Number: S251000L1JR3
    Dates: 2/13/2025 - 2/13/2025
    Times: 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: David Brooks

    THIS CLASS IS FULL.

    Join OLLI as we welcome New York Times Opinion columnist David Brooks.

    We’re living in dire times. People don’t know their neighbors. We disregard someone’s entire personhood based on a single political view. Individualism often supplants social responsibility when it matters most. At the center of our many societal ills, David Brooks argues, is the fact that we simply don’t treat each other well. We’ve forgotten how to connect with one another on a human level. Fortunately, these skills are learnable and have far-reaching effects, from healing personal and familial relationships to making you a more effective leader and strengthening your business impact. Based on his bestselling book, “How to Know a Person,” this talk is ultimately a guide to becoming a better person, living a more connected and fulfilling life, and repairing our torn social fabric.

     

     

    Deadline for Registration for this VIP event is Wednesday, February 5th. Tickets include a meet and greet reception beginning at 6:00 pm and admission with reserved seating. Space is limited.

 

  • Seminar: From Staff Paper to Symphony in 90 Minutes: How Composers Develop Ideas into Music
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/13/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Kevin Wilt

    Join Florida Atlantic’s Composer-in-Residence for a walk through the music composition process. This program is designed for music lovers curious about how classical music is created. With several opportunities to contribute suggestions, audiences will collaborate with the host as basic musical ingredients are combined, stretched, developed, and orchestrated into a new composition for symphony orchestra. No technical musical knowledge is required, as this process will be presented in general terms that anyone can understand. By the end of the session, the audience of co-composers will get to hear a realistic rendering of their new work and will be able to download a score and recording to share. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

 

  • How to Know a Person: Bringing Humanity Back from the Brink
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $70.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $70.00
    Date: 2/13/2025 
    Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: David Brooks

    Join OLLI as we welcome New York Times Opinion columnist David Brooks.

    We’re living in dire times. People don’t know their neighbors. We disregard someone’s entire personhood based on a single political view. Individualism often supplants social responsibility when it matters most. At the center of our many societal ills, David Brooks argues, is the fact that we simply don’t treat each other well. We’ve forgotten how to connect with one another on a human level. Fortunately, these skills are learnable and have far-reaching effects, from healing personal and familial relationships to making you a more effective leader and strengthening your business impact. Based on his bestselling book, “How to Know a Person,” this talk is ultimately a guide to becoming a better person, living a more connected and fulfilling life, and repairing our torn social fabric.

     

     

 

  • The Fracturing Relations Between U.S. and Israeli Jews
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/14/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Mitchell Bard, Ph.D.

    There is much discussion today about the divisions between the views of American and Israeli Jews. Both feel the other does not understand their concerns. Americans do not believe the Israelis appreciate their anger over the treatment of non-Orthodox Jewish movements, pluralism and political decisions unpopular in America. Israelis feel American Jews do not understand or appreciate the dangers they face and the fact that their children serve in the army to defend the state while American children are enjoying college. This course will explore these divisions, their sources, and the possible solutions.

    "He was excellent" - OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: Antisemitism in Socio-Historical Perspective
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $100.00
        Non-Member: $130.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/14/2025 - 3/21/2025
    Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 6
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Luis Fleischman, Ph.D.

    Antisemitism is a very peculiar category of hostility or hate. It appeared for the first time in the ancient world, then in Christendom and Muslim countries. As enlightenment broke with religion and traditional life, a new antisemitism emerged due to nationalism and liberalism. It later evolved into racism and genocide. The victorious Soviet Union and the rule of Stalin brought a new antisemitism associated with hostility to the State of Israel, which affected the Western left. Anti-Zionism gained significant intensity and hostility in the Arab world. Antisemitism in the Western world has reappeared, particularly in academia and sectors of the Western left, primarily associated with the State of Israel and aggravated with the current war in Gaza. Likewise, there is currently an awakening of right-wing antisemitism. The course will analyze, in general terms, antisemitism from ancient times to these days. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    LECTURES:

    1. What is Antisemitism? The Historical Roots of Antisemitism: Early Christianity and the Middle Ages.

    2. Antisemitism after Jewish Emancipation during the French Revolution.

    3. The 19th-Century Rise of Conspiracy and Racial Theories: From religious anti-Judaism to racist and nationalist antisemitism in late 19th-century Germany and Russia.

    4. Antisemitism in the Arab and Muslim World: From Arab nationalism to Radical Islam.

    5. Left-wing Antisemitism and anti-Zionism: The Soviet tradition.

    6. Contemporary Antisemitism: The Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) campaign against Israel: Western apathy to the Jewish plea; and the rise of anti-Semitic right-wing groups in the United States.

 

  • School of Rock Boca Raton presents: “Why Can’t This Be Love?”
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus

     

    Fees:
        Member: $35.00
        Non-Member: $40.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $40.00
    Dates: 2/14/2025 - 2/14/2025
    Times: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Garrett Kealer

    What do the crooning of Frank Sinatra, the shouts of David Lee Roth, and the belting of Chappel Roan all have in common? It’s all artists looking for love! Utilizing live performances in congruence with the source material, School of Rock Boca Raton staff will dissect the theory, tones, stories, and timbre that cause these timeless songs to pull on your heartstrings. SOR Boca staff will take you on a journey from classic artists such as Elvis and Aretha Franklin to modern hitmakers like Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, bring your plus one to School of Rock Boca Raton’s  “Why Can’t This Be Love?”

    **Canceled**

 

  • The Geography of the Arab-Palestinian Conflict
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/17/2025 
    Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Mitchell Bard, Ph.D.

    Most attention on the Arab-Israeli conflict centers on the land dispute, often seen as two groups fighting over the same territory each claim. But what land are we talking about? How has it changed over the centuries? This lecture will discuss the conflict by examining maps that illustrate the history of the land Palestinians call “Palestine,” and Jews refer to as the “Land of Israel.” We will look at the area before it was called Palestine, how it acquired that name, Churchill's division creating Transjordan, the UN's partition plan, the impact of Arab-Israeli wars, Jewish settlements in the West Bank, and the prospects for peace based on these maps.

    "He was excellent." - OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Israel, the Gaza War and the World Court
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/17/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: H.V. Savitch, Ph.D.

    The War in Gaza has drawn Israel into international controversy like no other. We explain how and why Israel has been brought before various “courts of the world,” particularly in the United Nations and its legal institutions. We explore how “lawfare” has been turned against Israel in the UN, the International Court of Justice (ICJ), and the International Criminal Court (ICC). Are these actions due to fair legal calls, an adverse balance of power, or plain anti-Semitism? These actions are unprecedented and bound to affect Israel’s right of self-defense, yet are largely unenforceable against non-state actors like Hamas and Hezbollah. Non-state actors shield themselves behind civilians, while legitimate states are constrained by the “laws of war.” Is it time to update international rules to reflect current conflicts?

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • 1945: A Year to Remember
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/18/2025 
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Stephen Berk, Ph.D

    Germany and Japan were defeated, and Europe and Asia were kaput. Every year is important in history, but this year was special.

    "He is an amazing wealth of information and a pleasure to listen to." OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • A Conversation with Bestselling Author Allison Pataki
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/18/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Allison Pataki

    Join NY Times bestselling author Allison Pataki discussing her career of ten books and spotlighting her latest book "Finding Margaret Fuller," named the PBS Readers' Book of the Month, voted the March Book of the Month by CBS News and featured on The TODAY Show, Town & Country, People Magazine, Good Morning America and more!

    An epic reimagining of the life of Margaret Fuller, America’s forgotten leading lady and the central figure of a movement that defined a nation. With a star-studded cast and epic sweep of historical events, "Finding Margaret Fuller" is a story of an inspiring trailblazer who changed history for millions. A book sale and signing will immediately follow the presentation.

    The James and Stephanie Sokolove
    2025 Special Speakers Series

    Generously Underwritten by George Zoltan Lefton Family Foundation

 

  • A Conversation with Bestselling Author Allison Pataki
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/18/2025 
    Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Allison Pataki

    Join NY Times bestselling author Allison Pataki discussing her career of ten books and spotlighting her latest book "Finding Margaret Fuller," named the PBS Readers' Book of the Month, voted the March Book of the Month by CBS News and featured on The TODAY Show, Town & Country, People Magazine, Good Morning America and more!

    An epic reimagining of the life of Margaret Fuller, America’s forgotten leading lady and the central figure of a movement that defined a nation. With a star-studded cast and epic sweep of historical events, "Finding Margaret Fuller" is a story of an inspiring trailblazer who changed history for millions. A book sale and signing will immediately follow the presentation.

     

    Generously Underwritten by Steven and Isabel Berg

 

  • Seminar: Dramawise: The Humans
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/19/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Gary Cadwallader, MFA

    When a family gathers for Thanksgiving in a daughter’s new Chinatown apartment, a family’s love is challenged by fears of aging, abandonment, poverty, and death. This Tony Award-winning play blends drama and comedy with the excitement of an eerie foreboding permeating an unusual holiday gathering. In this interactive discussion about the Palm Beach Dramaworks production, PBD’s Gary Cadwallader examines the characters, their relationships, and the themes of love and truth. Multimedia clips supporting the discussion are utilized to enhance and support the story. Participants will receive a copy of the play beforehand, and a comprehensive, informative PBD Dramaguide will be written specifically for this discussion. After an in-depth conversation, participants leave with a deeper understanding of the play. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "Gary is amazing! I marvel at his vast knowledge and analysis of each show! He is a #10 and counting!!" - OLLI Patron

 

  • Seminar: A Girl and Her Monster: The Extraordinary Life of Mary Shelley
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/19/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Cora Bresciano, Ph.D.

    In the rainy summer of 1816, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, alongside her husband Percy Shelley and Lord Byron, visited Geneva for an extended holiday. By summer's end, at just 18 years old, Mary had penned "Frankenstein," a groundbreaking novel that revolutionized British literature by blending science fiction and horror. This lecture delves into Mary Shelley's unconventional upbringing by an anarchist father, her scandalous romance with the married Percy Shelley, the genesis of her masterpiece, and her extraordinary life following her husband's death. We'll explore her enduring legacy as one of the most significant Western writers of the 19th century, defying societal norms and expectations. Through lecture and PowerPoint slides, attendees will discover the trials and triumphs of this pioneering female author. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

 

  • Seminar: Social Media: A Sociological Perspective
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $100.00
        Non-Member: $130.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/19/2025 - 3/26/2025
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 6
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Robert Caputi, Ph.D.

    This course delves into the history and evolution of social media, exploring its economic, political, cultural, and psychological impacts through recent research and theorizing. Participants will gain enhanced media literacy and a deeper understanding of the shift from analog to digital media and its implications for individuals, businesses, and society. They will learn to differentiate between interpersonal, mass, and social media and theorize its effects on politics, education, family, and economics. Upon completion, attendees will be equipped to navigate the dynamic landscape of social media with insight and discernment. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "There should be more classes like this and a sequel." - OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. Introduction to social media and the history of social media.

    2. How mass media and social media have been theorized and researched by sociologists.

    3. The technological and economic aspects of social media.

    4. Social-psychological aspects of social media.

    5. Cultural and political issues surrounding social media.

    6. Considering the future of news, art, entertainment, and social media.

 

  • Seminar: What Can We Learn from Our Prehistoric Ancestors?, Part II: Megalithic Architecture, Neolithic Man's Place in Nature
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/20/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Karen Roberts, Ph.D.

    In this thought-provoking two-part program, we explore the unique art and architecture of early man and how these creations served their way of life. From there, we will reflect on how modern art forms contribute to our society's goals. Cro-Magnon man, our prehistoric ancestor, was a nomadic hunter who settled in Europe around 40,000 to 10,000 BCE. He created the first art, notably animal paintings hidden deep in caves, raising the question: Why so far from daily life? By 3,000 BCE, humans had become settled farmers, leaving behind megalithic stone circles like Stonehenge. What do these designs reveal about Neolithic social and spiritual life? Just as Michelangelo's work reflects the Renaissance, these ancient complexes offer insights into early cultural values.

    “Dr. Roberts takes the taken-for-grantedbasic appreciation of art to another level. Bring her back as often as you can!!! I, amongst others in the class, would sign up!” OLLI Patron

 

  • Seminar: Dramawise: The Humans
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/20/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Gary Cadwallader, MFA

    When a family gathers for Thanksgiving in a daughter’s new Chinatown apartment, a family’s love is challenged by fears of aging, abandonment, poverty, and death. This Tony Award-winning play blends drama and comedy with the excitement of an eerie foreboding permeating an unusual holiday gathering. In this interactive discussion about the Palm Beach Dramaworks production, PBD’s Gary Cadwallader examines the characters, their relationships, and the themes of love and truth. Multimedia clips supporting the discussion are utilized to enhance and support the story. Participants will receive a copy of the play beforehand, and a comprehensive, informative PBD Dramaguide will be written specifically for this discussion. After an in-depth conversation, participants leave with a deeper understanding of the play. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "Gary is amazing! I marvel at his vast knowledge and analysis of each show! He is a #10 and counting!!" - OLLI Patron

 

  • The Jewish People in Their Lands: Great Jewish Cities
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $80.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/20/2025 - 3/13/2025
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Stephen Berk, Ph.D

    In the ancient homeland, the Jewish people worked in the land. The Exile transformed them into an urban people. In the modern period, European cities became great centers of Jewish life and creativity. In the aftermath of the Second World War, Israel and the United States became the centers of Jewish gravity.

    "Berk is a dynamic brilliant man. His presentations are outstanding." OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. The Polish Center: Warsaw, Krakow and Vilna

    2. Central Europe: Prague, Budapest, and Berlin

    3. Russia and Ukraine: St. Petersburg, Moscow and Odessa

    4. Two New Pillars: New York and Tel Aviv

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Guided Discussion: Does God Exist? The Ultimate Philosophical Question
  • Fee: $65.00
    Item Number: S251252G1BR3
    Dates: 2/20/2025 - 2/20/2025
    Times: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Room: Room 103
    Instructor: Rabbi Michael Gold

    THIS CLASS IS FULL.

    The existence of God is perhaps the most important question many of us ask during our lifetimes. We will explore this question through the eyes of religion, philosophy, and science. Using religious studies, we will explore how the classical theism of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam developed. Using philosophy, we will look at attempts by major philosophers to prove the existence of God and the traditional challenges to those proofs. Finally, we will ask whether God's existence fits into modern science. In the end, the speaker, a rabbi, philosopher, and lover of science, will present his own answer. This program is being presented with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "He is informative, entertaining and inclusive. We enjoyed his class immensely." - OLLI Patron

 

  • The Life of Benjamin Netanyahu: Israel’s Longest-Serving Prime Minister
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/21/2025 
    Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Mitchell Bard, Ph.D.

    This course will examine the life and policies of Israeli politician and statesman Benjamin Netanyahu. After serving at the UN and in the Finance Ministry, Netanyahu won the premiership and held it longer than any other prime minister. He was influenced by his father and inspired by his older brother Yoni, who was tragically killed during the Entebbe hostage rescue operation. Netanyahu first ran for prime minister against Shimon Peres and the Oslo Accords. Despite his attacks on the peace agreement, he honored its commitments. Considering himself “Mr. Security,” Netanyahu was in power when Israel experienced its worst terror attack on October 7, 2023. How did he rise to power and stay so long? How was Israel changed during his tenure? How were Israel’s relations with the U.S. and other countries affected? These are some questions we’ll explore in this lecture.

    "He was excellent." - OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • By Experience: The Importance of Being Earnest: A Trivial Comedy for Serious People
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $20.00
        Non-Member: $25.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $25.00
    Date: 2/21/2025 
    Time: 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: BY Experience

    Being sensible can be excessively boring. At least, Jack thinks so. While assuming the role of dutiful guardian in the country, he lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy takes on a similar facade. Unfortunately, living a double life has its drawbacks, especially regarding love. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate. Max Webster (Donmar’s Macbeth; Life of Pi) directs a joyful and flamboyant reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy. Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke (Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom; Doctor Who) is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) and Hugh Skinner (W1A; Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again) in this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance. Running time 180 minutes.

    Due to unforseen circumstances there is a new date and time for this program.

 

  • Seminar: Richard III and the Princes in the Tower: A Contested Legacy
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/21/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Ben Lowe, Ph.D.

    England’s King Richard III continues to inspire mystery and controversy 540 years after he was defeated and slain by Henry Tudor at the Battle of Bosworth. Ever since Shakespeare’s indelible and influential portrayal, Richard has been largely depicted as a monstrous crooked-back king whose lust for power led him to usurp the crown by killing the young, legitimate heir and his brother. But is this reputation for villainy and murder warranted? Recently, this narrative has come under intense historical scrutiny. Could Richard be the victim of Tudor propaganda to justify Henry’s invasion and seizure of the throne? This PowerPoint lecture will look at the man, the debate, the evidence, and the historical setting of the Wars of the Roses. Space is limited.

    "Great program. Great presenter."- OLLI Patron

 

  • By Experience: Frankenstein
  • Fee: $25.00
    Dates: 2/24/2025 - 2/24/2025
    Times: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 1
    Location: Jupiter Campus
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: BY Experience

    Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein's bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the Creature determines to track down his creator. Directed by Academy Award-winner Danny Boyle, featuring Jonny Lee Miller as the creature and Benedict Cumberbatch as Victor Frankenstein. Run time: 120 minutes.

 

  • Seminar: The Transformation of Gianni Schicchi From Dante to Giacomo Puccini
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/24/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Barbara Salani

    This program explores the evolution of Gianni Schicchi, not as a medieval knight, but as a character from 13th-century Florence. Join us as we delve into Schicchi's transformation from Dante's Inferno into a comedic figure in Puccini's opera "Gianni Schicchi," part of "Il Trittico." Using an interdisciplinary approach, we will combine literary analysis and musical listening to examine Dante's original text and Puccini's libretto, comparing characters, plots, and themes. We will also evaluate how Puccini's vision of Schicchi differs from Dante’s and how this is influenced by historical and cultural contexts. Through visual analysis and critical discussion, participants will appreciate the artistic and cultural legacy of Gianni Schicchi, gaining a nuanced understanding of his journey from a condemned soul to an opera star. Space is limited.

 

  • Worlds in Collision: Stories of Triumph Over Adversity in International Cinema
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $80.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/24/2025 - 3/17/2025
    Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Shelly Isaacs

    Four unique stories of contemporary women overcoming the obstacles that work, society, and family throw at them.

    "Shelly, thank you for presenting such thought-provoking, meaningful and touching films. They really resonate with a Capital R."- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. "Full Time" - France, 2021: Julie, divorced, lives outside Paris with her two children. Receiving no maintenance from her ex, she commutes to the city, working as a chambermaid in a luxury hotel. On the day she gets an interview for a better-paying job, she runs into a national transit strike and must get across a city dead in its tracks. Running time 1h 27m.

    2. "Marguerite's Theorem" - France, 2023: Marguerite is a brilliant mathematics student at France's top university, the Ecole Normale Supérieure. On the day of her thesis presentation, a mistake shakes up all the certainty in her planned-out life; she decides to quit everything and start over. Running time 113 min.

    3. "Writing with Fire" - India, 2021: Armed with smartphones and tenacity, a fearless group of journalists from India's only women-led news outlet confronts social injustice while fighting for marginalized voices in the world's largest democracy. Running time 93 min.

    4. "Toni" - France, 2023: Toni is raising her five children alone. A full-time job. She also sings at bars and had a hit single 20 years ago. Today, as her two eldest prepare to go to college, Toni wonders: what will she do when all of her offspring have left home? Running time 96 min.

    Weekly titles subject to change.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • F. Scott Fitzgerald: A Life of Struggle and Success
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/25/2025 
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Lauren Radick, M.Ed.

    F. Scott Fitzgerald’s life was marked by both meteoric success and devastating failure. His novels captured the essence of The Jazz Age, yet he wrestled with personal demons, financial difficulties, and a tumultuous marriage. Despite these challenges, Fitzgerald’s legacy endures in his timeless prose, which illuminates the intricacies of the human condition. As one of the greatest American writers of the 20th century, he continues to inspire readers. This interactive experience introduces him through portraits, photographs, and artifacts from his life. We’ll explore his friendships, loves, and rivalries, gaining insights into the characters, plots, and settings he created. This journey offers a compelling glimpse into the lives behind literary history.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: iPhoneography: How to Take Really Good Pictures with Your Phone
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $70.00
        Non-Member: $90.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/25/2025 - 3/18/2025
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: William Gatz

    Who doesn’t take pictures using a smartphone? Let’s make our pictures as good as possible! We will discuss smartphone photography, image editing, color adjustment, sizing, use, and distribution. Lecture with PowerPoint with image examples, hands-on demonstration. Participants must have a smartphone with a camera. The course will lead participants through capture and image editing choices, with the pros & cons of each in discussion. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    LECTURES:

    1. Intro to smartphone possibilities, proper orientation, steady hands, attention to light, and after-image adjustments using your smartphone software. Homework for those interested, three images to share that have been adjusted as demonstrated. Most importantly, experiment and have fun!

    2. Flower Photography! What’s more beautiful than flowers? And who doesn’t like flowers? Discuss natural lighting, what to look for, and how to use sunlight to your advantage. Homework:   Three flower pictures. Expect to explain what you did to get the picture.

    3.  People in the landscape: Discussion on design and natural lighting with people, interiors or exteriors. Everyone takes pictures of family and friends... let’s make them better! Homework: Three images of people, your choice of location.

    4.  Final Show & Tell: Bring a few images you have created during the course to show the techniques learned. Final opportunity for a Q & A.

 

  • Seminar: Birding Basics 101: Basic Birding ID Skills to Enjoy the Wonder of Birds
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/26/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Scott Zucker

    Looking for a fun hobby you can do anywhere and anytime? Join Scott Zucker, President of Audubon Everglades, to nurture your love and knowledge of birds in this beginner’s birding (aka bird watching) class designed to improve your skills in bird identification. Birds come in many different shapes, sizes, and colors and make a variety of sounds. To help you become more familiar with the birds you see and hear around you, you’ll learn how to make use of binoculars, cameras, and cellphones as ID aids; understand the silhouettes of key bird groups; recognize signature field marks; identify the sounds and songs of birds; and navigate birding apps and websites that can help you better identify birds, record your data, and contribute to citizen science. Space is limited.

 

  • Lerner and Loewe: The Golden Age of Broadway and Film Musicals
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/26/2025 
    Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Harvey Granat

    Alan Jay Lerner and Fritz Loewe led the parade of the great composers and lyricists who created the Golden Age of Broadway. Lerner’s genius can be seen both in his marvelous lyrics and in his creative writing of the books of some great films and Broadway musicals. We will hear a live performance from Broadway’s “Brigadoon,” “Paint Your Wagon,” “My Fair Lady,” “Camelot” and “On a Clear Day” along with songs from “Royal Wedding” and “Gigi,” the great film musicals. Songs will include: “Almost Like Being In Love,” “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face,” “On the Street Where You Live,” “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “Gigi,” “On a Clear Day,” “I Talk to the Trees” and many more. Rare video clips will be included.

    "This presenter was superb, personable, talented, and knowledgeable” - OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Jane Austen: Social Critic and Comedian
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/27/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Lauren Radick, M.Ed.

    Jane Austen was inspired by her father's religious faith, her mother's aristocratic pedigree, her sibling relationships, and her long struggle to become a published author. Austen emerged as a tough, socially and politically aware modern woman with a critical and comical voice. Her novels are loved by so many and are astonishingly relevant today. Austen will be introduced through portraits, photographs, and illustrations of significant locations and artifacts from her life. We’ll explore her friendships, loves, and rivalries, gaining insights into the larger-than-life characters, intricate plots, and evocative settings she created. Through this interactive experience, we’ll uncover her most famous works, placing it in the historical context of her time. Join us for an enriching experience, uncovering the life of a remarkable woman who left an indelible mark on literary history.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Excursion: Guided Tour of the NSU Art Museum in Fort Lauderdale
  • Location: Off-Site
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/27/2025 
    Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Building: Off-Site Location
    Instructor: NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale

    Spend the day at NSU Art Museum in Fort Lauderdale and explore its diverse, thought-provoking exhibitions, including the newly opened Christo & Jeanne-Claude Surrounded Islands, featuring photographs, ephemera, preparatory drawings, models, and the materials used to create this landmark 1983 public work installed in Biscayne Bay. A knowledgeable docent will guide you through the galleries, offering insights into key works from the museum’s celebrated collection and exhibitions, which includes Latin American, contemporary, African, and post-WWII art. The museum is located at One East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. Metered city parking is available around the museum and at the Riverwalk Center Garage, 150 SE 2nd Street. After the tour, you are welcome to continue exploring on your own, then visit the gift shop and enjoy lunch at one of the many nearby restaurants. Registration deadline is Wednesday, February 19. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check-in. Space is limited.   

 

  • The "Borscht Belt's" Comedy Legacy
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 2/27/2025 
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Lenny Dave

    Is it any wonder that “The Borscht Belt” circuit of resort hotels in the Catskill Mountains of upstate New York produced and welcomed so many favorite Jewish comedians of the past century? Against the backdrop of Jewish culture and the immigrant experience, legends like Milton Berle, Danny Kaye, Henny Youngman, Sid Caesar, Carl Reiner, Mel Brooks, Jerry Lewis, Jackie Mason, and Alan King earned their stripes here. In the 1950s and '60s, comedy shifted from the days of Jack Benny and George Burns to the era of more controversial comedians like Mort Sahl, Lenny Bruce, Buddy Hackett, Joan Rivers, and Don Rickles. Enthusiastic “Borscht Belt” audiences launched many onto the national scene.

    "Explosively funny AND thoughtful! Applause, applause, applause!!!" - OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on Trial
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/27/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Mark Schneider, Ph.D.

    DEI programs that were meant to make institutions more open and welcoming to racial, gender, sexual, and other minorities have become a flashpoint in the culture wars. Florida has banned them from public colleges, while Federal courts have restricted Florida’s efforts to eliminate DEI aspects of workplace training on First Amendment grounds. This class examines both the immediate political tensions that placed DEI programs on trial and the deeper issues of political philosophy that underlie the controversy. Can race-conscious (or other identity-conscious) policies be squared with the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment that guarantees all persons equal treatment under the law? Given the increasingly aggressive stance of the Supreme Court on equal protection, are there other strategies to achieve DEI goals that could survive legal challenge? What makes these goals worthy to begin with? The class aims to give a fair hearing to both the prosecution and the defense. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "Excellent and thought-provoking presentation which invited participation."- OLLI Patron

 

  • Seminar: Psychology and the Law: Human Nature in the Criminal Justice System
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $70.00
        Non-Member: $90.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 2/28/2025 - 3/21/2025
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Laurence Miller, Ph.D.

    Are criminals crazy? Do mentally ill people have the right to vote or make a will? How do courts use mental health testimony? This program explores and clarifies the intersection of psychology and law, offering insights from a practicing clinical and forensic psychologist who serves as an expert witness. Through real-world examples, it demystifies complex issues related to mental health and the legal system, providing a comprehensive understanding of how psychological evaluations impact legal decisions. The program sheds light on the crucial role of mental health in determining legal outcomes.PowerPoint exhibits and audience Q&A will enhance this series. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    LECTURES:

    1. History of law and psychology: The civil and criminal justice systems. Trial procedure. Roles of criminal justice personnel and the forensic psychology expert witness.

    2. Jury psychology. Eyewitness identification. Competency to stand trial. Insanity defense. Lawsuits and compensation cases. Police psychology.

    3. Homicide, mass murder, and serial killers. Criminal profiling. Sex crimes. Family violence and child abuse.

    4. Stalking and hate crimes. Juvenile crime and gang violence. Crime and punishment. Care and treatment of crime victims. Psychological intervention with criminal offenders.

 

  • Seminar: Capturing Light: A Journey Through the History of the Camera and Photography
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 2/28/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Robert Feeney

    Step into the enchanting world of visual storytelling with a fascinating lecture on the evolution of the camera and the art of photography. Feeney, dressed as a 19th-century photographer, will share the humble origins of the camera obscura and explore how ingenious minds transformed this optical device into the first primitive cameras, leading to the birth of photography. Discover the works of pioneers like Louis Daguerre and Henry Fox Talbot, who forever altered visual communication. The lecture highlights how the camera became a powerful tool for sharing historical events, such as the American Civil War, with photographers like Alexander Gardner, Timothy O'Sullivan, and Mathew Brady. Join us to delve into iconic photographs and artifacts from Feeney's collection, celebrating the art, science, and cultural significance of photography. Space is limited.

    "He was one of the best and knowledgeable speakers I’ve heard at FAU" - OLLI Patron

 

  • Constitutional Showdowns: How the Historical Battles Between the Court and the President Have Changed American Politics
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus

     

    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $80.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 3/3/2025 - 3/24/2025
    Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Eric Williams, Ph.D.

    This series explores pivotal Supreme Court cases that shaped American history. From Marbury v. Madison to the Nixon Tapes, these cases illustrate the evolving balance of power among the branches of the U.S. government.

    "Each session was very interesting and informative. I thoroughly enjoyed attending and look forward to his next series of lectures."- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. Marbury v Madison: This first showdown between Chief Justice John Marshall and incoming President Thomas Jefferson defined the role of the Court in American politics for the next 200 years. Before this case, being a Supreme Court Justice was so unimportant that a man left it to become the treasurer of Maryland. After, they were a co-equal branch in our three-branch system.

    2. Lincoln and the Post-War Court: During the Civil War, President Lincoln used executive powers in some questionable constitutional ways to win the war and free the slaves.  Once the war was won and Lincoln was dead, the Court had to decide how much of the power Lincoln grabbed during wartime was constitutionally appropriate.

    3. Roosevelt Packs the Court: The conservative Supreme Court of the 1930s knocked down nearly all of FDR’s New Deal legislation, much to the President’s ire.  His solution? To get Congress to raise the number of Justices to 15 and pack the Court with loyal New Dealers. This fight was for the institutional integrity of the Court.

    4. Nixon and His Tapes: Of the things President Nixon regretted during his time in office, perhaps his biggest was the decision to have his office wired for sound and recording.  When the special prosecutor subpoenaed the recordings that were made around the time of the Watergate break-ins, the President claimed that he had prosecutorial immunity and didn’t need to give them up.  This fight and decision loomed large recently as another President made a similar legal claim.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

    **Class Canceled**

 

  • Four More Jewish Diaspora Communities: Russia, Germany, Italy and the Netherlands
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $60.00
        Non-Member: $80.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 3/3/2025 - 3/24/2025
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Helene Herman

    This series continues the exploration of the Diaspora, focusing on the history and culture of Jews in four European countries or regions. All are part of the saga of European Jewish prosperity, achievement, persecution, exile, destruction, and return. Many American Jews have Russian roots, as it once had the world’s largest Jewish population, including imperialistic holdings in Ukraine, Lithuania, Latvia, and Belarus. Germany was the home of Ashkenazi Judaism and today has a surprisingly growing Jewish community. The Jewish presence in Italy dates to pre-Christian Rome and has continued, despite periods of extreme Papal persecution and expulsions and with the help of Mussolini! From the 16th C diaspora fleeing Iberian expulsion until the Holocaust, the Netherlands was mostly a bastion of tolerance and a center of Jewish life when Amsterdam was known as “Dutch Jerusalem.”

    "Excellent presentations, well researched, interesting and clear documentation, loved the graphics"- OLLI Patron

    LECTURES:

    1. Russia: Beyond the Pale- Medieval, Imperial and Soviet Empires

    2. Germany: Prosperity, Integration, Destruction and Rebirth

    3. Italy: Surviving Emperors, Popes, and Mussolini

    4. The Netherlands: Conversos, Commerce, Occupation and Remembrance

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Come and Meet Those Dancing Feet: The Artists That Shaped American Tap
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $90.00
        Non-Member: $120.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 3/3/2025 - 4/7/2025
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 6
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Sheryl Flatow

    Is there any dance form more joyous than tap? It's the only kind of dance that is aural as well as visual, the only one in which the artist is dancer and musician. Tap dance is an indigenous art form developed from the dance traditions of enslaved African Americans and European immigrants, particularly those from Ireland. Dance historian Sally Sommer has said, "If you want to know about the history of America, maybe you should study the history of tap." This series will showcase close to 100 dancers from past to present. In spotlighting a range of artists who have made major contributions to this ever-evolving form, both the history of tap and the history of America come into sharper focus.

    LECTURES:

    1.    1800s through the early 1930s

    2.    1930s through the early 1940s (timeline approximate)

    3.    1940s (timeline approximate)

    4.    1950s through tap’s waning popularity (timeline approximate)

    5.    Resurgence, 1970s and Beyond

    6.    Contemporary Tap Dancers

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: Trendsetting Designers
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 3/4/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Lynn Kaplan, ASID

    Take an insider’s look at the greatest Interior Designers, their styles, and their legacies. We will look at such greats as Dorothy Draper, Elsie de Wolfe, Sister Parish, Billy Baldwin, and Mark Hampton. With a PowerPoint of visuals, we will see how they influenced their times and how their times influenced them. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "The instructor was very good and very knowledgeable. I really enjoyed her class!!"- OLLI Patron

 

  • The "Borscht Belt's" Comedy Legacy
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 3/4/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Lenny Dave

    Is it any wonder that “The Borscht Belt” circuit of resort hotels in the Catskill Mountains of upstate New York produced and welcomed so many favorite Jewish comedians of the past century? Against the backdrop of Jewish culture and the immigrant experience, legends like Milton Berle, Danny Kaye, Henny Youngman, Sid Caesar, Carl Reiner, Mel Brooks, Jerry Lewis, Jackie Mason, and Alan King earned their stripes here. In the 1950s and '60s, comedy shifted from the days of Jack Benny and George Burns to the era of more controversial comedians like Mort Sahl, Lenny Bruce, Buddy Hackett, Joan Rivers, and Don Rickles. Enthusiastic “Borscht Belt” audiences launched many onto the national scene.

    "Explosively funny AND thoughtful! Applause, applause, applause!!!" - OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: Why Your Birth Order is a Blessing and a Curse
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 3/4/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Pavel Mischenko, M.A.

    You’ve been secretly programmed for great success. You’ve also been programmed for stress and conflict. How? It happened during your childhood, and you had no choice or control over it. Trained therapist Pavel Mischenko will explain how to unlock the mysteries of your birth order habits. The “Birth Order Typical Habits” Model provides you with a deeper understanding of your personal resources, the habits that were formed early in life. If you are aware of your Birth Order habits, you can dramatically improve your relationships, avoid conflict, and pursue a more positive, purposeful life! This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

 

  • Untold Story of the Cuban Missile Crisis: JFK and the Florida U-2 Pilots
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 3/5/2025 
    Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Michael Tougias

    In this multimedia presentation based on his book, New York Times bestselling author Michael J. Tougias chronicles the thirteen harrowing days of the Cuban Missile Crisis and details President Kennedy's decision-making process. Special focus is given to the heroes of the crisis, particularly the U-2 pilots who flew from Orlando to Cuba to gather photographic evidence of Soviet nuclear missiles. JFK's secret audio recordings of every meeting, along with recently declassified CIA documents, provide the foundation for this compelling analysis of JFK's successful decision-making. Tougias has interviewed the U-2 pilots, offering new insights that have remained undisclosed for 53 years. The presentation also covers three lesser-known events: the shoot-down of Major Rudolph Anderson, pilot Steve Heyser's discovery of the missiles, and the accidental incursion of a U-2 into Soviet airspace. This timely lecture connects historical lessons to current tensions with North Korea and Russia.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Where is the U.S. Economy Headed? The Manufacturing PMI Index: Guide to the Decisions Makers
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 3/5/2025 
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Tim Fiore

    Gain insights into the US economy's current state through essential indicators used by business leaders and economists. The Institute for Supply Management's Manufacturing Business Survey, or PMI, offers an early glimpse into manufacturing, a crucial aspect guiding monetary and fiscal policies. Issued monthly, it's closely monitored by policymakers, businesses, and economists globally. Timothy R. Fiore, frequent guest on Bloomberg and other news platforms, will discuss the survey's development, input sources, and underlying mechanics. Delve into an analysis of its implications, utilizing Demand, Supply, and Output fundamentals. Understand how these monthly figures impact investments and the job market. Join us for a comprehensive overview, enhancing your understanding of economic trends and their significance.

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: An Overview of the FAU Harbor Branch Marine Mammal Stranding and Population Assessment Program
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 3/6/2025 
    Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Steve Burton, M.S.

    Since 1998, The Florida Atlantic University Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute (FAU Harbor Branch) Stranding and Population Assessment team has acted as a service operation to the Institute and the state of Florida. We respond to marine mammal strandings, assist with necropsies, participate in cetacean rescue events, perform monthly boat-based photo identification/population assessment surveys to collect data for scientific analysis at the Institute and across Florida and participate in outreach and educational activities. Steve Burton will discuss the stranding work we perform and review multiple case studies of dolphins and whales that we have responded to over the years.

 

  • Broadway, Hollywood and Tin Pan Alley: The Fountainhead of the Great American Songbook
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 3/6/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Jim Jimirro

    The Great American Songbook was largely derived from Broadway (along with Hollywood and Tin Pan Alley). These musicals and the songs they generated are part of the soundtrack of America. This presentation, which includes classic renditions of these songs, underscored by curated visuals, will heighten the love affair that people already have with this music. But, you will hear them as never before, sprinkled with stories, history, and even insider backstage lore about the productions. Musicals to be featured will include the likes of "Phantom of the Opera," "Fiddler on the Roof," and "The Sound of Music," among so many others. John Laher, theater critic for the New Yorker, called this presentation "a home run."

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: Skin Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 3/6/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Sergey Arutyunyan, M.D.

    Explore the importance of skin health! Discover the three main types of skin cancers and what factors can increase your risk. Learn how to detect signs of trouble early and understand the ABCDEs of Melanoma, the most aggressive form of skin cancer. Plus, get practical tips for protecting your skin from harmful UV radiation while enjoying outdoor activities. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "Very Professional Speaker!" - OLLI Patron

 

  • The Ultimate Folk Experience: The Story and Songs of the Great American Folk Revival with Special Guest Roy Connors from the 1960s Folk Group, the Highwaymen
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $35.00
        Non-Member: $40.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $40.00
    Date: 3/6/2025 
    Time: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: PinkSlip Duo with Special Guest Roy Connors of the Highwaymen

    The folk revival occurred in two phases. The first, from the early 1940s to the late 1950s, was more social-minded, and artists like Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger, and the Weavers regaled us with folk songs for labor unions, ethnic diversity, and freedom. Unfortunately, McCarthyism drove many folk artists out of business. Those who hung on were reduced to singing, “On Top of Old Smokey.” But the Kingston Trio’s hit with “Tom Dooley” in 1957 reignited the folk revival. After the end of McCarthyism, the second phase of the folk revival supported both political and non-political artists. Political folksingers like Joan Baez, Bob Dylan, and Peter, Paul, and Mary sang about peace and social justice, while folkies like the Kingston Trio and the Highwaymen sang about death, jilted lovers, and salvation. This program brings you back to the folk revival with fascinating stories, slides, live music (guitars, banjo, autoharp, ukuleles), and beautiful harmony vocals, with special guest Roy Connors, formerly with the '60s folk group, The Highwaymen, for a nostalgic, informative and fun-filled folk music sing-along.

    "Always enjoy Pink Slip's lecture. Well prepared and fun to attend. Kudos to Joan and Bill." - OLLI Patron

 

  • Islam, Islamism and Right-Wing Parties in Europe: Implications for the Western Alliance, Israel and Antisemitism
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $35.00
        Non-Member: $40.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $40.00
    Date: 3/6/2025 
    Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Robert Rabil, Ph.D.

    The growth of Islam, Islamism, and right-wing parties in Europe has created new political dynamics, resulting in socio-political uncertainty and fluidity across and beyond European borders. This situation has perplexed European, Muslim, and Jewish societies in the E.U. and Israel. The Muslim community frowns upon right-wing parties' attitudes towards Muslim immigration and Islam, while right-wing parties conflate Islam with Islamism and criticize multiculturalism. Jerusalem views the rise of right-wing parties as a counterbalance to Europe’s left-wing anti-Israel bias, but Jewish society fears their association with anti-Jewish extremists. Washington and Brussels are concerned about a pro-Russian shift, and Islamist and right-wing extremist parties intensified antisemitism. Europe has never seen such a mismatch of parties, politics, and extremist movements threatening its unity. In this lecture, Dr. Rabil will examine these seismic socio-political shifts and their implications for E.U. domestic and foreign policies, Israel, and antisemitism.

    "Dr. Rabil is a wonderful teacher. His knowledge is astounding and we have been attending his lectures for years."- OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Pop-Up Series: Looking Back: Stories of the Past
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $70.00
        Non-Member: $90.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 3/7/2025 - 3/28/2025
    Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Rachel Luria

    The best way to understand where we are going is to examine where we’ve been. In this four week book discussion group, we will read four stories of our past. In addition to discussing the readings, we will also discuss strategies and prompts for writing our own stories of the past.

    LECTURES:

    1. Night Watch by Jayne Anne Phillips

    2. The Wonder by Emma Donoghue

    3. The Complete Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi

    4. Anthony Doerr’s Pushcart Prize-wining essay Two Nights

 

  • Seminar: The Cognitive Brain Health Revolution: Understanding Advances in Clinical Neuroscience
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $70.00
        Non-Member: $90.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $30.00
    Dates: 3/10/2025 - 3/31/2025
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Steve Harlem, Ph.D., Robert Colton, M.D.

    We are at a pivotal moment in cognitive brain health. In this four-part lecture series, we'll delve into the groundbreaking advancements in this field. Beginning with an introductory lecture on neuroscience basics and historical context, we'll progress to the latest in diagnosis and treatments, including groundbreaking disease-modifying medications for Alzheimer’s Disease. This series provides a thorough exploration of cognitive brain health, exploring recent discoveries reshaping our understanding of cognitive decline and leading to innovative interventions. Together, we'll address whether we're witnessing the beginning of the end of Alzheimer’s Disease. Join us as we navigate this transformative journey towards improved brain health and a brighter future. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    1. Foundations of Cognitive Brain Health: An Introduction to the History, the Science, and the Varying Schools of Thought

    2. Neuro Assessment and Diagnostic Innovation: Precision Tools for Understanding Cognitive Health and Unraveling Neurological Conditions with Precision

    3. Therapeutic Frontiers: Advancements in Cognitive Brain Health Treatments

    4. Lifestyle Interventions: Optimizing Cognitive Resilience and Well-being and Uncovering the Power of Cognitive Reserve

 

  • Seminar: The Future of Florida's Coasts: What We Can Learn from the History of Tampa Bay
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 3/10/2025 
    Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Evan Bennett, Ph.D.

    This lecture is designed to address issues facing Florida's coasts, from pollution to sea level rise, based on my recent book, "Tampa Bay: The Story of an Estuary and Its People." Students are not expected to have read the book before attending, but it is encouraged. Through a discussion of the history of Tampa Bay, particularly efforts to clean and restore the bay, students will have a greater understanding of the causes of the threats facing Florida's coasts and insights into the steps necessary to address those challenges. This program is being presented as a seminar with limited enrollment to foster discussion.

    "He was lively and engaged, very well done!" - OLLI Patron

 

  • The Golden Age of Jewish Humor - You Don't Have To Be Jewish To Love This Humor!
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 3/10/2025 
    Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Stephen Z. Cohen, Ph.D.

    What makes a joke Jewish? Why are we laughing? The answers and other insights are revealed as the collective Jewish experience is explored in hand-selected humorous material. Traveling the timeline of Jewish life from old country shtetls through immigration to and assimilation in the "goldene medina" of America, Dr. Cohen delivers a deeper understanding than the typical stand-up comedy routine. Gain a better understanding of why Jewish humor is such an integral part of the Jewish culture. This "edutainment" isn't just funny; it's smarter than that! Renowned for his exceptional delivery, spot-on dialect, thoughtful commentary, and warm audience rapport, all are welcome, and one need not be Jewish to "get" the joke. Come share the laughter and reminisce. Bring a hankie; the nostalgia may induce some tears.

    "Very entertaining. The information was informative and nostalgic." - OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • Seminar: Titanic: Unraveling the Role of the Radio in the Tragedy
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $40.00
        Non-Member: $50.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $50.00
    Date: 3/10/2025 
    Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Building: Boca Raton - Friedburg Auditorium
    Instructor: Robert Feeney

    On this day in 1912, the unsinkable sunk. This lecture delves into the pivotal role of radio communication in the Titanic disaster. We will explore the challenges encountered by wireless operators Jack Phillips and Harold Bride as they transmitted distress signals and orchestrated rescue efforts, and uncover the lasting effects on maritime regulations and contemporary safety protocols. Feeney will transport you to a bygone era, offering a unique perspective on the human and technological facets that shaped this historic tragedy. A PowerPoint presentation showcasing historical artifacts to enhance your understanding will be included. Space is limited.

    "Man knows his history and makes it fun!" - OLLI Patron

 

  • Islam, Islamism and Right-Wing Parties in Europe: Implications for the Western Alliance, Israel and Antisemitism
  • Location: Boca Raton Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $35.00
        Non-Member: $40.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $40.00
    Date: 3/11/2025 
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    Building: Boca Raton - Barry & Florence Friedberg Auditorium
    Instructor: Robert Rabil, Ph.D.

    The growth of Islam, Islamism, and right-wing parties in Europe has created new political dynamics, resulting in socio-political uncertainty and fluidity across and beyond European borders. This situation has perplexed European, Muslim, and Jewish societies in the E.U. and Israel. The Muslim community frowns upon right-wing parties' attitudes towards Muslim immigration and Islam, while right-wing parties conflate Islam with Islamism and criticize multiculturalism. Jerusalem views the rise of right-wing parties as a counterbalance to Europe’s left-wing anti-Israel bias, but Jewish society fears their association with anti-Jewish extremists. Washington and Brussels are concerned about a pro-Russian shift, and Islamist and right-wing extremist parties intensified antisemitism. Europe has never seen such a mismatch of parties, politics, and extremist movements threatening its unity. In this lecture, Dr. Rabil will examine these seismic socio-political shifts and their implications for E.U. domestic and foreign policies, Israel, and antisemitism.

    "Dr. Rabil is a wonderful teacher. His knowledge is astounding and we have been attending his lectures for years."- OLLI Patron

    Live In-Person with Video Catch-up. Available 2-3 business days after the live lecture. You will have approximately two weeks to view the video.

 

  • The Soda Fountain: The Rise and Fall of an American Institution
  • Location: Delray Beach
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 3/11/2025 
    Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Building: Delray Beach - The Vintage Gym at Old School House
    Instructor: Robert Feeney

    Join Robert Feeney as he brings to life the history and anecdotes of the soda fountain in America and its association with the corner drugstore. Long before the Civil War, soda water was considered a medicinal remedy. Robert will guide you through the rise and fall of this bubbly business. He will blend fond memories of cherry phosphates, lime rickeys, and root beer floats with the history behind the now-famous (and some not-so-famous) fizzy drinks of yore.

    "He was one of the best and knowledgeable speakers I’ve heard at FAU." - OLLI Patron

 

  • Notes of Legacy: Revisiting Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn’s Marvelous Musical Journey
  • Location: Jupiter Campus
    Fees:
        Member: $30.00
        Non-Member: $35.00
        Price at Door/One Day Pass: $35.00
    Date: 3/11/2025 
    Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Building: Jupiter - Lifelong Learning Complex
    Instructor: Anette Isaacs

    Explore the extraordinary musical journey of Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn, 19th-century German siblings and prolific composers, as we join German historian Anette Isaacs in unraveling their family's rich legacy. Fanny's talents as a pianist and composer faced societal constraints, while Felix's innovative compositions earned him widespread acclaim. Descendants of philosopher Moses Mendelssohn, their family played a pivotal role in both cultural and Jewish heritage, leaving an indelible mark on classical music and intellectual pursuits.