Broadcast TV and Cable TV have traditionally provided in-home media to US households. We are experiencing a new paradigm in home entertainment as households are discontinuing their cable TV contracts in favor of streaming options, such as Netflix and Amazon.  In this class we will examine: •Technical details of how traditional cable, over-the-air TV and streaming options work, including Internet access and wi-fi. •A comparison of the major streaming devices: Roku vs Apple TV vs Smart TV •Content providers: Netflix, Hulu, YouTube TV etc.

Crisis management has become a major feature of the modern presidency. This talk discusses major crises that modern presidents have faced and applies standards for crisis management. Among the presidents discussed will be Franklin D. Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy, Richard Nixon, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, Donald Trump and Joe Biden.

Crisis management has become a major feature of the modern presidency. This talk discusses major crises that modern presidents have faced and applies standards for crisis management. Among the presidents discussed will be Franklin D. Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy, Richard Nixon, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, Donald Trump and Joe Biden.

The Olmec civilization, once hidden from history, is now recognized as one of the earliest and most influential cultures of ancient Mesoamerica. Flourishing from 1500 BCE to 400 BCE, the Olmec left behind giant stone heads and impressive ceremonial centers that shaped the cultures that followed. In this class, we will explore who the Olmec were, the art and architecture they created, and why they are considered the “Mother Culture” of Mesoamerica. For a related class, see #623.

In the fall of 2021, the Montgomery County State's Attorney's office undertook a research project to analyze data on criminal prosecution in Montgomery County in order to ensure the fair administration of justice.   Another objective of the project is to implement a framework for sustainable community engagement in order to build community trust in the criminal justice system.   The current status of the project will be discussed, and any results will be examined and explained. The presentation will also go over how to promote equity in Criminal Justice.  For example, the State’s Attorney’s Office has a number of diversion programs in effect that seek to reform certain offenders rather than punish them.

In the fall of 2021, the Montgomery County State's Attorney's office undertook a research project to analyze data on criminal prosecution in Montgomery County in order to ensure the fair administration of justice.   Another objective of the project is to implement a framework for sustainable community engagement in order to build community trust in the criminal justice system.   The current status of the project will be discussed, and any results will be examined and explained. The presentation will also go over how to promote equity in Criminal Justice.  For example, the State’s Attorney’s Office has a number of diversion programs in effect that seek to reform certain offenders rather than punish them.

From the earliest days of television, making people laugh was one the central goals of TV programmers. Successful radio formats like the sitcom and the comedy/variety show moved to television in the late 1940s, joined a few years later by the late night comedy talk show. For the next seven decades, these three formats dominated the airwaves. This presentation will survey the extraordinary landscape of American TV comedy, examining how comedy changed from the vaudeville shtick of Milton Berle and the slapstick artistry of Lucille Ball to the social satire of Saturday Night Live and the self-reflexive absurdities of David Letterman and The Simpsons.

Ever since Thomas Jefferson wrote to the Danbury Connecticut Baptist Convention and outlined his views on the importance of separating church and state, the role of religion in American politics and government has been a matter of controversy. This presentation will provide an historical overview of the issue of church and state and discuss the current divisions in our society and government over the proper role of religion in public life.

Low-cost technology is all around us today: from mobile to wearables to monitors. How can this technology be used by older adults to better predict the potential for a fall, avoiding injury and medical costs? What does research show us are the measurable indicators of a fall? What about artificial intelligence (AI): how is it starting to provide further capabilities? Lets chat about now and the future.

The Renaissance was a fabulous period of invention and creativity. Its music is beautiful and timeless. We'll enjoy the melodies of the Italian, English, and Spanish courts, along with the coronation music for Queen Elizabeth. Selections from the Gregorian Chants, “New World” melodies, John Dowland, and the world of Monteverdi will be a treat for your ears and mind.

America's first great organized crime lord was a lady--a nice Jewish mother named Fredericka Mandelbaum. Former New York Times senior writer Margalit Fox shares the remarkable true story behind her latest nonfiction book.

There are less than 65 days between Halloween and New Year's but they can add up to weeks of overindulging. Join us to learn helpful tips and strategies to enjoy your holiDAYS - as a guest or as a host - with none of the guilt!

This session will examine how the various sectors of the media – television, newspapers, Internet sites and social media platforms - affect the presentation, the description, the analysis and the impact of American politics. Starting with an historical overview of how newspapers, radio programming and public speeches were used to influence the status of political leaders, issue development and popular opinion, the session will then move to a modern-day analysis of how candidates for public office and their campaign consultants employ media strategies to sway public views on key policy concerns and the image of the candidates. This session will also examine the various controversies about how the media should respond to misinformation and the issue of fairness in presenting the news and the candidates. Concluding commentary will accent the manner in which media outlets can balance the need for accurate reporting with criticism of candidates and campaigns that mislead the American public.

Join Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Margaret Wesdock, to learn about the benefits of milk, daily recommended intake, and what to consider when buying milk. Non-dairy alternatives such as soy milk, almond milk, oat milk will also be discussed.