Critical Thinking – A Quick Course

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TOPIC:   Critical Thinking - A Quick Course SPEAKER: Pierce Howard, Ph.D Beginning with a definition of critical thinking--and in the spirit of critical thinking, Pierce will offer several definitions. What it is, and what it is not. The core is questioning, so we will explore the world of asking questions that most support critical thinking.…

SPOTLIGHT SERIES: Passion for Bach & Coltrane

Sarah Belk Gambrell Center for the Arts 2319 Wellesley Ave, Charlotte, United States

The Grammy Award winning Passion for Bach and Coltrane pairs Imani Winds, the poet A.B. Spellman, Harlem Quartet, and a jazz piano trio to synthesize classical and jazz styles, highlighting the gifts of all the performers onstage.  Inspired by and featuring Spellman’s poetry, Passion interweaves orated poems with music, in a manner inspired by J.S.…

Spring Expo: March 21

Providence United Methodist Church (PUMC) - Wolfe Hall 2810 Providence Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina

Spring Expo! March 21, 2025 9-10 am before speaker event Exhibitors include: The Connery on Providence - a newly built apartment community for seniors (55+) McIntyre Elder Law Firm - information about asset protection, veteran benefits, Medicaid and wills.

International Climate Cooperation in an Era of Geopolitical Turmoil with Mark Kelso

Providence United Methodist Church (PUMC) - Wolfe Hall 2810 Providence Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina

GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: International Climate Cooperation in an Era of Geopolitical Turmoil SPEAKER: Mark Kelso, Professor, Political Science, International Studies & Sociology Department, Queens University An overview of international efforts to enhance global environmental protection, with a focus on recent efforts to address climate change.  Discussion of where these efforts have succeeded. Discussion of key…

Seelbinder Literary Arts Series: “North Putnam”

Ketner Auditorium 1900 Selwyn Ave, Charlotte, NC

The English & Writing Studies Department, in partnership with The Independent Picture House, is pleased to present Director Joel Fendelman and Producer James Chase Sanchez, who will share and discuss their film North Putnam. This documentary depicts a year in the life of a rural Indiana school district and the community it serves. Crafted with empathy, a hyper-real…

New Member Orientation – March 28

Providence United Methodist Church (PUMC) - Wolfe Hall 2810 Providence Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina

All members old and new are invited to attend our New Member Orientation meeting in person. Learn more about the organization including how to meet people, join events and how you can help the organization – the best way to meet new people! In person meeting, in Room 106 in PUMC. Click the RSVP button…

NATO Under New Leadership with Dmitry Vovchuk

Providence United Methodist Church (PUMC) - Wolfe Hall 2810 Providence Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina

GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: North Atlantic Treaty Organization Under New Leadership SPEAKER: Dmitry Vovchuk, The Cohen Group Following NATO's 75th Anniversary Summit in Washington DC in July 2024, the Alliance faces a new reality. The reelection of Donald Trump and his policies on NATO and Ukraine will determine the course of European security for the foreseeable…

Lunch Bunch: March 28

Leos Italian Social 4720 Piedmont Row, Charlotte, NC

We have booked Leo's Italian Social, for Friday, March 28, 11:45 a.m. Located in the Piedmont Row development near Southpark Mall. Parking is available in the garage. Limited space available! If you register and find you can’t attend, please email LunchBunch@SeniorScholars.net so that we can offer your seat to another member. Leo's Italian Social 4720…