History

Victorian Tea

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Victorian Tea Join Roz as we venture back into the Victorian Era while experiencing a “Victorian Tea.” This is a don’t miss! Sponsored by the Advisory Council. Instructor: Roz Benton, Story Artist Thursday 5/10 1:00 pm No Fee

 Victorian Tea

Delaware County Haunts and their Residents

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As the oldest county in the commonwealth, Delaware County has many examples of sites considered haunted.

As the oldest county in the commonwealth, Delaware County has many examples of sites considered haunted.  Factual information and evidence supporting their existence will serve as the focus of the presentation.  Both historical and non-historical sites will be included. Course SectionInstructorTimeScheduleLocationRemaining Seats Delaware County Haunts and their Residents-15931Dr. Joseph Edgette 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm5/9 7:00-9:00 pm     $3 Schoolhouse Center

West Laurel Hill - More than a Cemetery

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West Laurel Hill is a registered ‘Historical Landmark’. Hear about the arboretum, sculpture garden and stories of the people buried there.

West Laurel Hill - More than a Cemetery-159291:00 pm - 2:00 pm4/26 1:00 pm No Fee Schoolhouse Center

Lincoln and the Widow Bixby

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Professor Judith Giesberg discusses the most famous condolence letter ever written.

Who Were These Men? Soliders and Marines of the 19th Century British Empire

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Who Were These Men? Soliders and Marines of the 19th Century British Empire This class takes a different approach to the study of history. The normal methods teach by examining major events, governments, and powerful leaders. This instructor takes the view that the common man are the makers of history; the Privates, Corporals, Non-Commissioned Officers and non-field grade Officers. Through medals, original service pension documents, letters, photographs, and other militia this class will explore who these men were and the events of everyday life that created British military history in the 19th century.

Who Were These Men? Soliders and Marines of the 19th Century British Empire-15925Fred Larimore9:30 am - 11:30 amMondays 4/30-5/21 9:30-11:30 amSchoolhouse Center

African Drumming

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Learn how rhythm and sound have touched the culture and the history of this natural sound

This presentation includes the sounds of authentic West and North African drums, bells, shakers, and other percussion instruments.  Learn how rhythm and sound have touched the culture and the history of this natural sound.

Course SectionInstructorTimeScheduleLocationRemaining Seats
African Drumming-15718Dr. Daud Watts11:00 am - 11:00 am6/13 11:00 am Chester Senior Center

African Musical History

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Remember the R&B rich vocals and sounds of the 60’s and 70’s including hits from the Temptations, Four Tops, Marvin Gaye, and other greats!

Remember the R&B rich vocals and sounds of the 60’s and 70’s including hits from the Temptations, Four Tops, Marvin Gaye, and other greats!

Course SectionInstructorTimeScheduleLocationRemaining Seats
African Musical History-15716Dr. Daud Watts11:00 am - 11:00 am2/8, 6/13 11:00 am Chester Senior Center

Drum Majors for Freedom

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Emphasis on African American men and women that challenged racial barriers and created change in the lives of Americans.

Drum Majors for Freedom-14830Rosalie Grant, MHS2:00 pm - 3:00 pm2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 2:00 pm $30Friendship Circle Senior Center100

Women's History Show

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Go back in time and share in the heroic stories of extraordinary women.

 Go back in time and hsare in the courageous and heoric stories of extraordinary women in history, many from the Delaware County area!

Course SectionInstructorTimeScheduleLocationRemaining Seats
Women's History Show-14754Robyn Young, Historian10:30 am - 12:00 pmThurs 3/21Chester Senior Center100

Modern Money - Urbanization & Development

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Hear the dynamic history of Africa, its industrialized cities, modern conveniences, economy and more.

Hear the dynamic history of Africa, its industrialized cities, modern conveniences, economy and more. Course SectionInstructorTimeScheduleLocationRemaining Seats Modern Money - Urbanization & Development -14752Dr. Daud Watts11:00 am - 12:00 pm4/9 11:00 am Chester Senior Center100

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