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SUMMARY:April Program with Dr. Kevin James
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to hear Dr. Kevin James as he presents this April’s lecture\, ““Why Scotland Made Britain: The Extraordinary Story of How a Small Country Shaped a Modern Nation and Empire” \n\n\n\nThe ESU Central Florida Branch hosts many prominent authors and scholars including ESU’s own Evelyn Wrench Lecture Series named after our founder. These renowned British and American speakers present programs on a wide range of  topics\, including but not limited to\, current events\, history\, language\, literature\, art\, architecture\, and travel. Our programs not only include top-notch speakers and topics\, we also provide refreshments and the opportunity to connect with the community! \n\n\n\n3:30 p.m. Refreshments \n\n\n\n4:00 p.m. Lecture
URL:https://www.esuus.org/centralflorida/event/april-meeting-with-dr-kevin-james/
LOCATION:University Club of Winter Park\, 841 N Park Avenue\, Winter Park\, Florida\, 32789\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The English-Speaking Union welcomes its members to NYC for the 2026 ESU Annual Conference. The conference\, under the theme “United by Language\, Inspired by Liberty.” The conference program will include the ESU 2026 Annual General Meeting\, social events such as receptions and meals\, breakout sessions\, panel discussions\, and local tours. We invite you to participate in the camaraderie and help us advance our programs that support teachers\, students\, and recent immigrants. \n\n\n\nHIGHLIGHTS \n\n\n\nRevolution in Old New York: Soldiers\, Spies & Statesmen of the American Revolution Walking Tour:Trace the footsteps of revolution through Manhattan’s past and present.Lunch on historic Stone Street or Fraunces TavernOne of New York City’s oldest surviving streets\, originally paved in 1658.andArt of the Gilded Age at The Met Museum Guided TourUncover the brilliance and forgotten voices of the Gilded Age at The Met. \n\n\n\nOur Conference venue will be at the ESU House\, 144 East 39th Street\, and the Shelbourne-Sonesta Hotel\, 303 Lexington Avenue\, New York\, NY 10016. We have a special hotel room at The Shelbourne Sonesta Hotel\, which will be available Thursday night through Saturday night. Hotel prices do not include taxes or additional fees\, and prices are valid through March 23\, 2026. We will have a special opportunity to see the USA finals for the International Public Speaking Competition. Space is limited\, first-come-first-served. \n\n\n\nPrint Registration Form
URL:https://www.esuus.org/centralflorida/event/2026-annual-general-meeting/
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SUMMARY:2026 ESU National Shakespeare Competition Weekend
DESCRIPTION:The ESU National Shakespeare Competition returns to New York City for an unforgettable weekend of fun\, education\, and performance. From Saturday\, April 25 to Monday\, April 27\, students\, parents\, teachers\, and ESU members will gather for three exciting days in the Big Apple. \n\n\n\nCompetition Weekend features a full lineup of activities\, including a New York City double-decker bus tour\, acting masterclasses led by theater professionals\, teacher professional development workshops\, and a Broadway performance. The weekend culminates on Monday\, April 27\, with the National Finals of the ESU National Shakespeare Competition at Lincoln Center’s Mitzi Newhouse Theater\, where our Central Florida branch winner\, De’Mari Marsh\, will take the stage along with the nation’s top student performers!  \n\n\n\nClick below to find out how to support our winner during this special weekend!
URL:https://www.esuus.org/centralflorida/event/2026-esu-national-shakespeare-competition-weekend/
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SUMMARY:May Program with Daniel Stashower
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to hear Daniel Stashower as he presents this May’s lecture\, “The Man Who Created Sherlock Holmes.” \n\n\n\nThe ESU Central Florida Branch hosts many prominent authors and scholars including ESU’s own Evelyn Wrench Lecture Series named after our founder. These renowned British and American speakers present programs on a wide range of  topics\, including but not limited to\, current events\, history\, language\, literature\, art\, architecture\, and travel. Our programs not only include top-notch speakers and topics\, we also provide refreshments and the opportunity to connect with the community! \n\n\n\n3:30 p.m. Refreshments \n\n\n\n4:00 p.m. Lecture
URL:https://www.esuus.org/centralflorida/event/may-program-with-daniel-stashower/
LOCATION:University Club of Winter Park\, 841 N Park Avenue\, Winter Park\, Florida\, 32789\, United States
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