Current Classes

California, 1975. 17 days apart. Two women. Each with a gun. Both tried to assassinate President Gerald Ford. One was a disgruntled housewife who only recently passed away. The other was a follower of Charles Manson. This is the fascinating story of Ford's brief presidency, the fallout from the attempted assassinations, and how the president got lucky - twice.

More than 86,000 women participated in World War II by joining the WAVES program. This program, while not the first in America's military history, ushered the discussion of bringing women into service full time.

Keeping our children, family and community safe is of the utmost importance for everyone. This class will review unthinkable catastrophes of the past, from the Titanic to the Oklahoma Bombing and from Len Bias to Adam Walsh. The lessons learned from such tragedies created positive changes in our communities as well as stronger laws to keep us all safer.

What was the first computer used for? Can computers change their programming? Do robots understand what they are doing? How much trust should we put in technology like driverless cars?

During the Prohibition era, the Ku Klux Klan experienced a powerful resurgence across many northeastern cities. Buffalo became one of the movement's strongest footholds, with thousands of members spread throughout Erie County. But the Klan's grip on the region would ultimately be broken by the extraordinary courage of an undercover investigator whose sacrifice exposed the organization's inner workings. His death not only helped bring about the Klan's collapse in Western New York but also accelerated its decline across the nation.

The American Women quarters program is a series of commemorative quarters released by the United States Mint from 2022 through 2025. They feature designs of notable women in U.S. history, commemorating the centennial of the Nineteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution. Learn about these 20 amazing women who worked for women's suffrage, civil rights, government, humanities, science, space, and arts.

This beginner-friendly workshop is designed to help you feel more confident and in control of your finances. Using clear language and real-life examples, we'll walk through the essentials of managing your money in retirement. You'll learn how to understand your monthly cash flow with a simple budgeting approach, explore practical strategies to help your money last, and gain a basic understanding of investing and protecting your savings. Whether you're newly retired or simply looking to strengthen your financial habits, this session offers straightforward guidance to support your financial well-being.

Flowers from Grandma's Garden

The NHL's Buffalo Sabres could be the team of destiny this year!!?? Want to learn more about hockey? We will cover the rules (beginners version), player positions, the basics of "Hockey Player Lingo": "The Faceoff", "Offsides", and more.

Every day, Americans are losing millions of dollars to scammers. Older adults are particularly targeted, and the effects of scams can be catastrophic, both financially and emotionally. Technology is making it easier for scammers to target more people and it makes their schemes harder to detect. But there are things we can do to stay safe. This course will focus on grandparent scams, but techniques covered can be used against any impersonation scam. It will examine how scammers select their targets, the techniques they use to manipulate us, and what we can do to protect ourselves. The interactive format allows participants to practice protective behaviors and begin to develop habits that will keep them safe from scams. Participants will also have access to supplemental online resources to continue to refine their scam-safety skills.

Many wonder what the difference is between a therapy, support, or service animal; some think they're all the same.This class discusses the differences between the three areas, what training and requirements look like, and the benefits of animal companionship. Disclaimer: presentation may contain dogs.

Join the Center for Elder Law and Justice for a tasty treat while we explore practical strategies for creating, adjusting, and maintaining a budget on a fixed income. We'll also discuss ways to save money, stretch your resources, and protect yourself when using person-to-person cash transfer apps. Participants will learn about the free services offered by the Center for Elder Law & Justice and leave with a budget template, helpful resources, and connections to community services that can support their financial well-being.

Andrew Carnegie's unique philanthropy provided library access to cities all over the United States, including right here in Western New York. Learn about the Carnegie library fund, and the stories behind the eleven local libraries we are fortunate to have, thanks to the generosity of Mr. Carnegie and the dedication of local citizens.

Everyone suffers from stress. We worry about our finances, our health and our families. However, chronic stress can be dangerous. In this seminar, we'll talk about how stress affects our bodies and learn some stress management techniques, including the benefits of humor and laughter.

Buffalo's East Side Industry reviews 141 businesses that were or are still located on the East Side. The images included represent an immensely diverse industrial base when the East Side was the ethnic, cultural, and manufacturing center for Buffalo and Western New York. The author will discuss some of these businesses in detail, talk about the growth of industry in Buffalo and the process used to write industry review book. Instructor: Shane E. Stephenson, Director of Museum Collections, Buffalo Naval Park

Whole fresh food, connecting to nature, sunshine, water, thoughts, daily energy cleansing. Diving into each of these topics with why they're important for our vitality. Also touching upon the importance of understanding we are spiritual & soulful beings, and their roles in our healing.

Buffalo is renowned for the architecture of its built environment. Not only does the city have significant masterpieces but the details behind who, how and why these buildings were constructed are both interesting and, oftentimes, quite surprising. Get a whole new perspective of Buffalo's stellar architecture as you hear the stories these buildings will reveal.

Staying safe online is not as hard as you might think - This workshop includes understanding what a Patient Portal is, how to set one up and keep it secure, and how to use it to help manage your health. Learn how to make or modify appointments through the portal, understand how to access a virtual appointment, learn how to ask questions of your healthcare provider, and learn how to troubleshoot common problems. (2 hour class)

Join University Express at the Akron-Newstead Senior Center for a special screening of Cabrini, the inspiring true story of Saint Frances Cabrini, filmed right here in Buffalo's historic mansions and landmarks. Arriving in New York City to find streets filled with impoverished children, disease, and crime, Mother Cabrini embarks on a daring mission, and despite poor health and fierce opposition from the city's hostile mayor, church hierarchy, and corrupt politicians, she uses her formidable entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering faith to build orphanages, schools, and hospitals for society's most vulnerable.

Filmed extensively in Buffalo in 2021, the movie used many of our region's well-preserved late-1800s locations-including InnBuffalo, the Ellicott Square Building, St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral, Blessed Trinity Church, Shea's Buffalo Theatre, and Delaware Park-to stand in for Gilded Age New York, bringing local history to life on the big screen.

Don't miss this opportunity to see a powerful story of faith, resilience, and hope, filmed in the very buildings you may have explored in University Express classes on Buffalo's historic mansions. Popcorn & soda for all! All are welcome!

Get the most out of Gmail by learning to navigate the web interface, organize your inbox with labels, and block unwanted spam. You will also discover how to quickly search for old messages and attach files with confidence.

This class is a lecture on the creation of the Statler Hotel at 107 Delaware Avenue. To understand the hotel, you have to understand the man and the family curse. This topic has many dark undertones such as homicide, suicide, and strange deaths.

Keeping our children, family and community safe is of the utmost importance for everyone. This class will review unthinkable catastrophes of the past, from the Titanic to the Oklahoma Bombing and from Len Bias to Adam Walsh. The lessons learned from such tragedies created positive changes in our communities as well as stronger laws to keep us all safer.

Long before movie ratings, Hollywood produced films that openly explored crime, romance, politics, corruption, independent women, and the hardships of the Great Depression. This class introduces the world of pre-Code cinema (1930-1934) and uses these films to explore American life during one of the nation's most turbulent decades. Participants will discover why these movies were so different from those that followed and what they reveal about a changing America.

What does it take to bring a World War II fighter airplane home? This presentation tells the remarkable story of how volunteers from the Niagara Air & Space Museum acquired, transported, and reassembled a rare three-quarter-scale Curtiss P-40 Warhawk from the Curtiss Museum in Hammondsport, New York. Through photographs and firsthand stories, you'll follow the project from a simple idea to a successful museum exhibit, learning about the planning, teamwork, engineering, and determination required to move an aircraft more than 150 miles. Along the way, you'll also discover the important role Western New York played during World War II, when Buffalo became one of the world's leading aircraft manufacturing centers and the P-40 Warhawk became a symbol of the region's industrial strength and wartime contribution. This engaging presentation celebrates local history, dedicated volunteers, and the preservation of our aviation heritage for future generations.