HISTORY
The past is waiting to be explored.
Indigenous North America
On The Eve of First Contact
Long before European sails first appeared on the Atlantic horizon, a vast world of First Nations thrived across the continent. This richly illustrated talk journeys back to a time just before 1492 to explore their diverse lives, shaped by the land. We'll take a sweeping tour of ten unique cultural regions before delving into the remarkable story of the Wendat (Huron) people, whose vibrant traditions continue to flourish today. Join us to rediscover a world long hidden in plain sight.
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FEE: Free for Members
SCHEDULE: Tuesday, September 16 from 10:00 to 11:30 am
LOCATION: This is an online event
PRESENTER: Since retiring with a PhD in history fifteen years ago, Torontonian Frank Nicholson has participated in a dozen different later life learning organizations in Canada and the United Kingdom, facilitating nearly thirty study groups, including one entitled Indigenous Histories of North America.
Sexuality in the Ancient World
Rethink everything you know about the history of sex.
What did ancient societies really think about sex? This eye-opening course delves into the complex and often surprising ways civilizations across the globe understood sexuality. You'll discover how cultures from Mesopotamia to Rome approached this topic not as a taboo, but as a divine force woven into every aspect of life. This is your chance to rethink what you thought you knew about the history of sex.
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FEE: Free for Members
SCHEDULE:
10 Thursdays, September 18 to November 20 from 10:00 to 11:00 am
Week One: Sexuality in Ancient Mesopotamia
Week Two: Sexuality in Ancient India
Week Three: Sexuality in Ancient Egypt
Week Four: Sexuality in Ancient China
Week Five: Sexuality in Ancient Greece
Week Six: Sexuality in Ancient Rome
Week Seven: Sexuality in Ancient Japan
Week Eight: Sexuality in Ancient Mesoamerica
Week Nine: Sexuality in Ancient Peru
Week Ten: Conclusions and Overview
LOCATION: This is an online event
PRESENTER: After studying Fine Arts, Maria Chester decided to go deeper and studied Art History becoming a Professor in Pre-Columbian Civilizations. From her first passion, that was Cave Art and Rock Art she developed an interest in Archaeology, and this has served as a frame for her ongoing research. She is multilingual and enjoys travelling. She taught in several South American universities as well as private institutions. Maria has served as the National Subject Adviser on American Archaeology to The Third Age Trust where she became its Chairperson. In 2015, she became a founding member of the IC-International Committee to The Third Age Trust, in the United Kingdom. In May 2016 she was elected Secretary General of AIUTA- International Association of Universities of the Third Age. She also tutors regular courses on Art History for BEA-Berwick Educational Association.
Puccini
A journey into the tragic beauty of Puccini's world.
Step into a world of soaring passion and heartbreaking beauty. This course is a journey into the life and work of Giacomo Puccini, the undisputed master of Italian opera. We'll surrender to the raw emotion and dramatic melodies of his most beloved masterpieces, from the tragic romance of La Bohème to the high-stakes suspense of Tosca and the devastating heartbreak of Madama Butterfly. Uncover the genius for character and orchestration that created some of the most enduring and passionate stories ever told on stage.
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FEE: Free for Members
SCHEDULE: Thursday, December 4 from 10:00 to 10:45 am
LOCATION: This is an online event
PRESENTER: Sharon Harris had a career in education as a teacher, consultant and administrator while simultaneously pursuing a successful career as a fine-arts photographer. After taking an early retirement from education, she has been actively involved in the Academy for Lifelong Learning Toronto, where she has facilitated numerous courses and has participated in the administration of the organisation for many years. Sharon’s personal interests mainly involve various fields of the arts however she is curious about almost all subjects.