Tuesdays – October 1, 8, 15, 22
10:00-11:30 a.m.
OCTOBER 1 | ALLEN COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING
Learn how the Council on Aging works in partnership with community agencies to provide transportation, elderly day care, caregiving programs, chore services and other referrals, information and assistance to residents 60 and older.
OCTOBER 8 | AREA AGENCY ON AGING 3
The Area Agency on Aging 3 assists seniors, persons with disabilities and their caregivers in Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Hardin, Mercer, Putnam and Van Wert counties.
OCTOBER 15 | BAND OF BROTHERS
Dan Groman will take us from Great Britain’s planning to following the 101st Airborne into Hitler’s Eagle Nest.
OCTOBER 22 | SENIOR CITIZENS SERVICES
Executive Director Carol Russell and Wellness Manager Molly Scott introduce us to the services available. Jackie Duffy will talk about the planned travel events available to help check off items on your bucket list!
1:00-2:30 p.m.
OCTOBER 1 | THE WORK PROJECTS ADMINISTRATION
Allen County Museum docent Mark Billingsly discusses the WPA, an American New Deal agency that employed millions of job seekers to carry out public work projects, including the construction of public buildings and roads.
OCTOBER 8 | LSO’S DIVERSE CONCERT SEASON, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
The Lima Symphony Orchestra stepped off the stage and into the community, profoundly changing the role of the orchestra. Attendees will be invited into the creative process, ending with the joy of a communal drumming circle.
OCTOBER 15 | MAYOR SHARETTA SMITH ON CHANGES IN LIMA
Lima has experienced a renewed focus on neighborhood and downtown revitalization, youth development and improvement of government operations.
OCTOBER 22 | VIETNAM TODAY
Judy Fischer talks about her 2012 trip through Vietnam from Hanoi across the entire country.
2:45-4:15 p.m.
OCTOBER 1, 8, 15, 24 | THE RUNUP TO THE 2024 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION
Dr. William Angel discusses updates on what may be the most chaotic election since 1968.
OCTOBER 22 | GLORY ON THE GRIDIRON, DIAMOND AND HARDWOOD
College athletes who boldly share their Christian faith in public are in many cases well respected, but they also receive criticism and backlash, especially on social media. English Senior Lecturer Jessica Johnson takes a close look at TreVeyon Hendeson, PJ Hall, Paige Bueckers, Michael Penix, Jr., and Alyssa Brito.
THURSDAYS | OCTOBER 3, 10, 17, 24
10:00-11:30 a.m.
OCTOBER 3 | CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE AND PREVENTION OF KIDNEY FAILURE
Dr. Norman Moser helps us learn the risk factors for development of chronic kidney disease, how it is diagnosed, common diseases that can lead to CKD and how to prevent the decline in YOUR kidney function.
OCTOBER 10 | HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR NEXT VISIT WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN
Dr. Norman Moser discusses how to have the best office visit possible. Held at the Graduate Medical Education Center.
OCTOBER 17 | CLIMATE CONVERSATIONS
Join Dr. Aaron Wilson, OSU Extension field specialist and state climatologist, to chat about weather and climate. We will collectively investigate ways we can help build resilience to and mitigate against future changes
OCTOBER 24 | THE OHIO THEATRE: A TOUR AND HISTORY
Get a personal tour from Joe Correll, who will also talk about the nationwide search for a theatre that ended up in Lima. We will also learn about the processof creating original plays and musicals and reality TV. Held at the Ohio Theatre, 122 West North Street, Lima.
1:00-2:30 p.m.
OCTOBER 3 | ART THERAPY AND ITS BENEFITS ON THE BRAIN with Sally Windle, an art therapist who works with the Behavioral Unit patients at Mercy Health. Class members will participate in some art therapy.
OCTOBER 10 | ARTS AND PROGRAMMING AT VMCCC
We will learn about the current status and operations of the Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center, including the procedures required for hosting events brought to Lima. Held at the Graduate Medical Education Center.
OCTOBER 17 | ENCORE THEATRE – THE AMIL TELLERS OF DRAMATICS
Karen Finn tells us about the history and mission of the Encore Theatre and community theatre as a whole. Gene Craft is in charge of set construction and will share information about the creation of scenery for theatrical productions.
OCTOBER 24 | LATEST DEVELOPMENTS ON RESEARCH IN THE BRAIN
Sally Windle returns to help us learn about the ways aging tendencies can be halted by art.
2:45-4:15 p.m.
OCTOBER 3 | PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER FOR THE CITY OF LIMA
Jessica Begonia discusses the city’s various avenues of communication, including the website, social media, GTV channel and media partner interactions.
OCTOBER 10 | GRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM – ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER
We will spend October 10 at St. Rita’s Graduate Medical Education Center, ending with a guided tour at 2:45 p.m. Parking is at 751 West Market Street. Lunch will be provided.
OCTOBER 17 | TULIPS AND OTHER FALL BULBS
Allen County Master Gardener Pam Joseph talks about fall bulbs you can plant today to bring a wave of beauty to your yard in spring.
OCTOBER 24 | THE RUNUP TO THE 2024 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION
Dr. Bill Angel continues the discussion on what may be the most chaotic election since 1968.