NEW Understand what is happening on the field. Beginners learn about offense and defense, drives, downs, the clock and scoring. No prior knowledge required! Intermediates learn strategy, more on player roles, formations, plays, penalties, special teams and rules. 

NEW You know about Bloody Sunday in 1965. Visit lesser-known episodes in the long fight for Black voting rights, a rescinding of those rights, a Philadelphia assassination, the Reconstruction-era bloodbaths, the unpunished killings of 20th Century activists, and the recent gutting of the Voting Rights Act. This story is full of heroes and villains, terrible setbacks and inspiring victories. And it's not over. Sara Rimer, Journalist

NEW A new environmental issue has grabbed public attention: microplastics! Amazingly, each of us ingests a credit card’s worth of plastics weekly, to unknown effect, and microplastic particles in the ocean now outnumber the stars in our galaxy by a factor of 500. What do we know about them? What do we do now?

NEW Explore how travel can build confidence, spark reinvention and create meaningful connection at every stage of life. Discuss solo travel, cultural immersion, women’s travel trends and overcoming travel fears. Perfect for women dreaming of future adventures or seeking deeper, more meaningful experiences. Light refreshments provided.

NEW Why do Iranians and Americans hate and distrust each other to the point of going to war? Perhaps surprisingly, the hostility does not stem from cultural or religious differences, but from the Cold War. In 1946, 1953, and 1979, the U.S. wanted stability from an oil-rich country on the edge of the Soviet empire. Iranians wanted all sorts of things that clashed with U.S. aims. For 47 years, the clash has been open and acrimonious.

NEW Katz will present excerpts from his numerous historical documentaries, explore the journey that led him to this work, and excavate some of Philadelphia's most interesting characters, events and stories. The portfolio of historical documentaries covers numerous moments that have been unsung, hidden or simply forgotten. Sam and History Making Productions have been awarded 18 Emmys and were the 2021 Winners of the Ken Burns Prize for Film.

Navigate the emotional and financial challenges that follow the loss of a spouse. Understand immediate versus long-term decisions and how to approach them with care. Learn the role of advance planning and gain guidance to help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

NEW Participate in a series of mobility, strength, and stability assessments designed around the physical demands of racket sports. Learn how movement limitations and muscular imbalances may contribute to pain, reduced performance, and injury risk, while also being taught exercises to improve deficits identified during testing. Athletes of all levels are welcome.