Join us for an exciting virtual presentation by the Jewish Museum of New York and learn about the remarkable career of Edith Halpert, the trailblazing art dealer who championed the work of American artists, Stuart Davis, Yasuo Kuniyoshi, Jacob Lawrence, Georgia O'Keeffe, Ben Shahn, and Marsden Hartley. Born to a Jewish family in Odessa, Russia (now Ukraine), Edith Halpert (1900–1970) […]

This program highlights the understanding of genetic genealogy for use in your research of your family. The lecture will cover using your DNA matches to enlarge your family tree by deciphering information and understanding true relationships. Presenter: Eric Migdal has been doing family history research for 30 years, assisting clients with family tree building, DNA […]

Since the 1980s when near death experiences became part of the public consciousness, they have held endless attraction for people. Why do they resonate so powerfully within us? Join Dr. Raider, hear the latest medical research and discover a simple, natural way to connect with the inner light talked about by those who’ve experienced a […]

Bioarchaeology: Research, Ethics, and where the Field Stands in 2024, presented by Alex Garcia-Putnam, PhD, University of New Hampshire.  He will talk about the field, basics of bioarchaeology, the lack of skeletal remains found in the United States and some of the reasons for, and implications of, that lack of data. This 2024 VIRTUAL HISTORY […]

CELEBRATE EARTH DAY WITH A COMMUNITY ACTION PLAN!  Join The Avon Clean Energy Commission's Carrie Firestone, PACE's Mark Scully,  and special guest Dr. Joseph Baxer from The United Nations Association of Connecticut for an official launch of the newly-updated Avon Clean Energy Plan. Our panel will share details of the plan and discuss the role our […]

Tick-associated diseases, mainly Lyme disease, are increasing, new diseases are being discovered, and various tick species are expanding their geographic range posing an increasing risk to the public. In addition to our “deer” ticks, lone star ticks. Gulf Coast ticks, and Asian longhorned ticks represent a new threat in Connecticut. Ticks can be acquired outdoors […]

Mention the word Medicare and you’re likely to get a confused look in return. The Father/Daughter Team of Lou and Jessica Pelletier will sort through the Parts (A – Hospital; B –Physician and Outpatient Coverage; D – Drug Coverage) and review the pros and cons of Medicare Supplement Plans and Medicare Advantage Plans. Learn about […]

Aging in Place: How To Remain in Your Home Did you know that Connecticut is among the top 3 states with the highest costs for nursing home and long-term care? That’s why it is so important to do your due diligence and protect everything that you have worked SO hard for – and if possible […]