September 12, 2026
James Street Mansions
Robert Searing of the Onondaga Historical Association will speak about “The Gilded Age on Syracuse’s James Street.” These great mansions include the Century Club Building. Introduced by Susan Morgan.
October 10, 2026
New Aquarium
Our Onondaga County Executive, Ryan McMahon will spaek about the new aquarium and its benefits for our community. Introduced by Jean Soper.
November 14, 2026
Future of Science at the MOST
Lauren Kochian, President of the Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology will update us on new developments in the museum’s exhibits and programs. Introduced by Kathy Hinchman.
December 12, 2026
Holiday in Song
The Liverpool Community Chorus members, led by Terry Sivers, will perform holiday music with Gloria Card on keyboard. Their music will put us in the joyous mood of the holiday season. Introduced by Susan Morgan.
January 9, 2027
Ancestry
DNA has become a tool for everyday detectives. Janeen Bjork has used investigative DNA research for decades to explore ancestry, make sense of family stories, or understand inherited traits. Introduced by Alice Borning.
February 13, 2027
The Play’s the Thing
Kate Michelle Laissle will share the experiences that she had in leading the Syracuse Stage Shakespeare Summer Camp. Our Angel Appeal will help support our ESU Shakespeare Competition. Introduced by Barbara Weller.
March 13, 2027
Forensic Stories
Mary Jumbelic, M.D. is a former Chief Medical Examiner and two-time author and recipient of over 30 international awrads for her memoirs Here Where Death Delights and Speak Her Name. Dr. Jumbelic shares the experience of her 25-year career. Introduced by Dr. Ann Barker-Griffith.
April 10, 2027
Layers of History
As a Syracuse University Professor Emeritus of Geology, Dr. Bryce Hand has received the Distinguished Service Award for his teaching. His love of teaching geology is conveyed to his listeners. Introduced by Jean Soper.
May 1, 2027*
The Arts and Crafts Garden
With the Craftsmen Magazine published here in Syracuse, garden design was linked to architecture. Alice Massa will present features and images of Arts and Crafts gardens in America in the past and today. Introduced by Martha Maier.