Happy Hour: J.R.R. Tolkien: Myth & Modernism
J.R.R. Tolkien was a towering figure in the world of twentieth-century English letters. His labors on Beowulf continue to shape the literary landscape, his work on the Oxford English Dictionary […]
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“Teenage Shakespeare” – PD Workshop with Catherine Loomis
With wit, insight, and passion, Professor Loomis brings Shakespeare to life in ways that are both entertaining and inspiring. In this one-hour Zoom session, she will share strategies for engaging […]
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You’re Invited to a Truly Special Weekend!
We are thrilled to announce an exclusive event in partnership with The Faulkner Society — and you are on the guest list! ESU Members enjoy a $25 discount on registration […]
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Happy Hour: Vampire Literature: An Anthology
Co-Authors Dr. Robin Werner and her colleague, Dr. Elizabeth Lewis, will discuss their book titled Vampire Literature: An Anthology. Specifically, they will talk about the anthology’s inspiration and the challenges […]
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Happy Hour: The Lost Heirs: The Rise and Fall of the D’Oyly Carte Dynasty
Sponsored by the ESU Central Pennsylvania Branch The name D’Oyly Carte is recognized throughout the world because of Richard D’Oyly Carte’s partnership with Gilbert and Sullivan, which produced fourteen famous […]
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Teachers Learning Abroad (TLab) Dinner
The University Club of Denver 1673 Sherman Street, Denver, Colorado, United States$40 -
Exploring Shakespeare’s Women: A Professional Development Workshop
Join the ESU for an exclusive online professional development workshop live via Zoom from Shakespeare’s Globe in London. Explore four of Shakespeare’s most fascinating women—Juliet, Lady Macbeth, Beatrice, and Hero—through […]
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The Earl and Countess of Derby Invite the English-Speaking Union to A Magical Holiday Weekend at Knowsley Hall
The Earl and Countess of Derby Invite the English-Speaking Union toA Magical Holiday Weekend at Knowsley HallPrescot, Merseyside L34 4AG EnglandNovember 20–23, 2025 From $2,500 pp double / $3,400 pp […]
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Annual Holiday Party & Writing Competition Awards Presentation
Denver Woman's Press Club 1325 Logan St., Denver, ColoradoAwards will be presented to the winning students of the 16th Annual Dr. Howard F. Beckley Writing Competition. This year's prompt is Allegory in Art Beyond Literature. Guests will hear […]
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Happy Hour: A Brief History of Toys for Tots
From its humble beginnings in 1947, the wife of a Marine Reserve Major wanted todonate dolls to a charity that would distribute the toys to children in need. Sheconvinced her husband […]
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Join the Churchill Society of New York and the English-Speaking Union for a discussion on “Churchill and the Middle East”
We would like to invite you to an evening of discussion with David Freeman, Director of Publications and Editor of "Finest Hour" at the International Churchill Society, who will discuss […]
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The American Revolution: A Civil and a World War
As the calendar turns to 2026, The English-Speaking Union of the United States begins a year-long celebration of 250 years of American independence. Throughout the year, ESU will feature several […]