Curriculum Committee Meetings are open to Membership. Join our monthly Curriculum Committee meetings, via Zoom, to hear about upcoming speakers/events or to suggest speakers you know (or have heard speak) […]
TOPIC: Behind the Curtain SPEAKER: Laura Little, Executive Producer, Laura Little Theatricals Laura will speak about what it takes to put up a theatrical production at the community theatre and […]
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 […]
How Music Impacts Society with Joe Kendrick
TOPIC: What a Rush! A Brief History of Mining in North Carolina SPEAKER: Valerie Reynolds, Department of Earth, Environmental, and Geographical Sciences UNC Charlotte From the first gold discovered in […]
TOPIC: What did you say? Communication, Problem-solving, and Intelligence in Birds SPEAKER: Jeffrey Thomas, Professor of Biology, Queens University of Charlotte Birds, especially songbirds, say a lot. But what do […]
GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: The Future of US-China Relations SPEAKER: Keren Zhu, Assistant Professor, Davidson College U.S.-China relations have emerged as the most consequential dynamic in contemporary international relations, profoundly influencing […]
Curriculum Committee Meetings are open to Membership. Join our monthly Curriculum Committee meetings, via Zoom, to hear about upcoming speakers/events or to suggest speakers you know (or have heard speak) […]
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 […]
TOPIC: Medicare Fraud SPEAKER: Austin Caton, Aging Program Coordinator, Centralina Area Agency on Aging Austin is an Aging Program Coordinator for the Digital Navigation Program providing assistance with technology and […]
GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: America and Changing Economic World SPEAKER: Jay Bryson, Managing Director, Chief Economist, Wells Fargo Corporate and Investment Bank Dr. Bryson will present his annual analysis of financial […]
GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: How PBS Charlotte Shines the Spotlight on our Region SPEAKER: Amy Burkett, PBS General Manager Amy will share interesting statistics and behind the scenes production details woven […]
TOPIC: The Shadow of Alzheimer's Disease SPEAKER: Dr. Adam Law, Visiting Scientist, Cornell University This talk will explore Alzheimer's Disease from a personal, professional and research perspective, as a physician […]
Curriculum Committee Meetings are open to Membership. Join our monthly Curriculum Committee meetings, via Zoom, to hear about upcoming speakers/events or to suggest speakers you know (or have heard speak) […]
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 […]
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 - […]
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 […]
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 […]
GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: North Atlantic Treaty Organization SPEAKER: Dmitry Vovchuk Europe is frightened and frightening for the first time really since the 1980s, when nuclear sabers were rattling as the […]
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! […]
GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: American Foreign Policy in the Middle East SPEAKER: Dr. Harry Chernotsky, Professor Emeritus Global Studies, UNC Charlotte This presentation - part of the Great Decisions 2025 program […]
DATE: April 7, 2025 TIME: 10 am COST: $10 donation, optional ADDRESS: 400 Hermitage Road, Charlotte, NC 28207 CARPOOLING: Because parking is limited, carpooling is encouraged. Meet […]
Curriculum Committee Meetings are open to Membership. Join our monthly Curriculum Committee meetings, via Zoom, to hear about upcoming speakers/events or to suggest speakers you know (or have heard speak) […]
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 […]
GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: Update on Mecklenburg County Initiatives SPEAKER: Dena Diorio, Mecklenburg County Manager Dena will provide an update on County projects and initiatives and answer questions. BIOGRAPHY Dena Diorio […]
GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: India: Between China, the West and the Global South SPEAKER: Parag Sakia As the Republic of India marks its 75th anniversary in January 2025, the world’s most […]
TOPIC: Update on Queens University SPEAKER: Dr. Sarah Fatherly, Chief Academic Officer, Queens University of Charlotte Details coming soon. BIOGRAPHY Sarah Fatherly is the chief academic officer for Queens University […]
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 - […]
Curriculum Committee Meetings are open to Membership. Join our monthly Curriculum Committee meetings, via Zoom, to hear about upcoming speakers/events or to suggest speakers you know (or have heard speak) […]
TOPIC: Charlotte Douglas International Airport Update SPEAKER: Jack Christine, A.A.E., Chief Infrastructure Officer, CLT Airport Mr. Christine is overseeing Destination CLT, a five-year, $2.5-$3.1 billion capital program that includes planning, […]
