Events

One of the most transformational figures in modern European history, Napoleon Bonaparte conquered most of Europe militarily and, just as importantly, exported ideas and values to Europe that permanently changed the region. Jared Day was a professor of History and Engineering Public Policy for many years at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh. Hosted by Lifelong (...) Read More >>

Point Judith is one of the few commercial fishing ports left in New England. Facing increasing pressures from a variety of sources, the men and women still in the industry are as tough as the jobs they do. This film, aimed at a general audience, tries to capture something of the port as a whole, (...) Read More >>

With the focus on Hartford and Washington, people forget that the decisions that effect them most happen in their local government. With local elections coming up in November, we will discuss why you should vote. Jim Konrad is the Executive Editor of The Bulletin. He has been a journalist for more than 30 years, most (...) Read More >>

Co-designed by AARP CT and community collaborators, Borrow My Glasses, this interactive session aims to bridge the gap between generations by focusing on aging from an intergenerational perspective, spurring thought-provoking discussion and offering unique activities. Innovation begins with perspective on your own aging. Betty Bajek is an AARP CT appointed volunteer and former educator, both (...) Read More >>

Dr. Sandeep Varma is a rheumatology specialist and director of the Backus Hospital Arthritis Center.

This lecture will highlight the importance of exploration in hurricane research. We’ll discuss the cutting edge satellite, aircraft and instrument technologies that are being used to help us better understand what makes hurricanes tick. Dr. Jason Dunion is a research meteorologist at the University of Miami and also works closely with the NOAA Hurricane Research (...) Read More >>

This class will define the disease and discuss complications and treatments. Karen Barbone is a registered nurse who has been working in the Diabetes Center of the east region of Hartford Healthcare for the past 10 years. Lynne McPhee is a registered dietitian and also works for the Diabetes Center.