Literature, History & Current Affairs
Literature, History & Current Affairs Current Affairs
American presidency Contemporary American Issues & the Presidency
Irish Gaelic Conversational Irish Gaelic
Find out whether to greet someone in the Irish lan- guage with Dia duit!, Haló! or Haigh! Enjoy lots of Irish music and speak in the Irish Gaelic language about the weather, health, family and travel in Ireland. This is an introductory class, with new challenges and new vocabulary for those with previous experience.
Roslyn Blyn-LaDrew, PhD, University of Pennsylvania Tuesdays, 7:45 pm to 9:15 pm, starts 9/21 LF22088 Lower Merion HS. . . . . . . . 10 weeks, $112
Celtic Halloween Celtic Halloween Celebration
Discover the Irish roots of Halloween including folk- lore, foods, a bit of Celtic myth, and the history of the jack-o’-lantern. Learn how this holiday fits into the traditional Celtic calendar. Refreshments will be served.
Roslyn Blyn-LaDrew, PhD, University of Pennsylvania Tuesday, 7:45 pm to 9:15 pm, 10/26 LF22096 Lower Merion HS . . . . . . . . 1 session, $31
Russian language
Russian Language & Culture Learn the basics of the Russian language. Become familiar with Russian culture through set phrases, proverbs and film. Increase vocabulary in role-play and dialogues on popular topics. Text & workbook (~$40) available first night.
Natalia Hayes, Native Speaker Wednesdays, 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm, starts 9/22 LF32128 Harriton HS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 weeks, $105
Evaluate and analyze the leadership of the president in both domestic and foreign policy arenas, and within the context of historical precedents. Engage in lively discussions of the tensions between the president and Congress. Topics based on current issues.
William Quay, PhD, Lehigh University Wednesdays, 1:45 pm to 3:15 pm, starts 9/22 LH31079 Creutzburg Center . . . . . . 10 weeks, $107
culture wars Culture Wars: Politics vs. Principles
Weigh in with your views on issues of the day: the place of religion in politics, our use and abuse of animals, climate change and energy policy, taxes and fiscal reform, privacy and the Internet, and other topics suggested by members of the class. In this moderated, but loosely structured class, wrestle with values-based issues and debate whether, in our complex democracy, seemingly irreconcilable views can be addressed in a civil manner.
Stephen Cohen, Public Affairs, ARCO Tom Berriman, Attorney, Corporate Law
Tuesdays, 1:15 pm to 2:15 pm, starts 10/26 LH21078 Creutzburg Center . . . . . . . . 5 weeks, $67
fight abuse Changing Women’s Lives Worldwide
Problems facing poor women in develop-
ing countries are unique and difficult, but you can help. Join a movement to combat three major abuses against women as presented in the compelling book, Half the Sky. At issue are: sex trafficking and forced prostitution; gender-based violence including honor killings and mass rape; and maternal mortality. Explore what you can do by reaching out to women whose lives are so vastly different from your own.
Patricia Biswanger, JD Tuesdays, 11:15 am to 12:15 pm, starts 10/12 LH21124 Creutzburg Center . . . . . . . . 3 weeks, $35
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