12:45 PM |
The Origin and Traditions of Halloween |
An examination of the origins and traditions of this internationally celebrated holiday. From its earliest foundations to the present day, it provides mystery and enjoyment to the world.
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Henry S. Pogodzinski |
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10:00 AM |
Becoming Your Own Historian |
Every family, every home and every community has a story; but we all struggle to curate the massive number of papers, photographs and other items piled unorganized in boxes in our attics, closets and basements. Learn how to collect, curate and preserve the history of your family, home and community, and how to document and preserve your own story for future generations.
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Robert Lowell Goller |
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12:00 PM |
Winter Weather Hazards across Western New York |
Discover the basics of winter storm development, including lake effect snow, nor'easters, and snow squalls, and the preparedness actions you should take when faced with harsh winter weather conditions.
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Matthew Brothers |
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1:00 PM |
All About Honeybees |
Did you know that male honeybees have a mother but no father? That there are "winter bees" which live longer than the usual 6 weeks? Plus, more!
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Jane Vohwinkel for Carol Ann Harlos |
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1:00 PM |
Bringing a Warhawk home |
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.
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Jim Van Oss |
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1:00 PM |
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Jennifer Stanek |
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6:00 PM |
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Cindy Solly |
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10:00 AM |
The Five-Star Admirals that guided the US to victory |
The Navy promoted only four lifelong Navy men to the rank of fleet Admiral, or Five-Star. This is the story of how their career paths and personalities worked together to overcome the Axis powers in both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans during WW2. Let's discuss!
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Shane E. Stephenson |
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1:00 PM |
Situational awareness |
Situational awareness is a concise safety program that teaches participants how to recognize potential threats, stay alert to their surroundings, and make rapid decisions to protect themselves and others during a violent incident. (Disclaimer: This class topic is of a sensitive nature, and while we believe it is an important topic to offer, please note it could be upsetting to attendees.)
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Luca Amarena |
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2:00 PM |
Tools for Taming Stress |
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.
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Jennifer Johnson |
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10:00 AM |
Health Insurance- Don't get sick without it. |
The instructor will provide health insurance options for persons with and without Medicare and options to fill the gaps in Medicare.
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Bill Daniels |
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10:30 AM |
How to be a Fiduciary: What to do if you are someone's power of attorney, trustee or executor |
If you are the executor of a will, the trustee of a trust, or someone's power of attorney agent, you are taking on a very serious responsibility. This presentation introduces these roles and helps participants anticipate and avoid the common mistakes that people make when handling financial transactions on behalf of their loved ones.
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Valerie Stanek, Esq. |
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12:30 PM |
Painting Autumn: November |
Create a Beautiful Hand-Painted Decorative Plate Celebrate the cozy spirit of November with a relaxing and creative painting experience. Participants will learn how to transform a ceramic dessert plate into a unique decorative piece inspired by the season. Choose from a variety of autumn-themed designs, including fall leaves, pumpkins, harvest motifs, florals, and simple seasonal patterns. This beginner-friendly workshop provides step-by-step instruction, guiding participants through the entire painting process-from transferring a design to adding color and decorative details. Whether you're an experienced artist or trying something new, you'll enjoy creating a personalized plate to display or give as a thoughtful handmade gift. All materials are provided. Participants will leave with a beautifully painted decorative plate and new artistic skills. The workshop lasts approximately two hours.
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Aileen Gonzalez-Marti |
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1:00 PM |
17 Deadly Days: How Gerald Ford Cheated Death Twice |
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.
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Jeff Schober |
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1:00 PM |
Dark History: The Statler Hotel |
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.
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Emily Jarnot |
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1:00 PM |
Michelangelo: Creator of Giants |
This presentation is an overview of Michelangelo's life with an examination of many of his most famous works, including the Pieta, David and Sistine Chapel.
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Alan Nowicki |
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1:00 PM |
Pigeons!! Not your ordinary bird! |
Pigeons can be traced back years. They are one of the most intelligent birds and have played many important roles in history. We will explore their life cycle and the fun there is in raising and breeding them.
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Jerry Gallagher |
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2:00 PM |
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Cindy Solly |
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2:00 PM |
Spotlight on Harry Altman: The Man Behind the Town & Glen Casino |
Step back into Buffalo's golden age of nightlife with historian and author Susan Fenster as she shares the story of Harry Altman, the showman who brought world-class entertainment to Western New York. As operator of the Town Casino in downtown Buffalo and the Glen Casino in Williamsville, Altman reshaped Western New York's cultural landscape, presenting vaudeville favorites alongside chart-topping performers such as Sammy Davis Jr. and elevating the region into a premier entertainment destination. Drawing from her new book, "Harry Altman: Buffalo's Master Showman, Fenster will explore Altman's rise as an impresario, the glitz and glamour of his venues, and the challenges that came with keeping Buffalo in the national spotlight. The presentation blends history, show business, and local memory to illuminate one of Buffalo's most colorful figures and the legacy he left behind.
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Susan Fenster |
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6:00 PM |
Dark History: 72 Sycamore, The Eliza Qurik House |
This class is a lecture on 72 Sycamore, a former 1848 Brothel owned by Irish Immigrant Eliza Quirk. This lecture will focus on the history from Eliza to the current status as Preservation Buffalo Niagara's future home. Dark undertones include sex work and homicides.
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Emily Jarnot |
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10:00 AM |
Stay Safe: Protect Yourself from Tech Support Scams |
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 tech support scams, but techniques covered can be used against many types of scams. 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.
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Cynthia Stewart, PhD |
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11:00 AM |
Tarot and Intuition for beginners |
What is intuition? How can we tune in and recognize it in ourselves? Learn how to train your intuition to be more receptive to the messages from the universe! This class will also briefly talk about the history of tarot, how it came to be, and some basic education on how to understand, read, and make sense of tarot spreads. Great class for the beginner and experienced Intuitive reader!
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Victoria Szymula DHSc, ATC, CSCS, CKTP |
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1:00 PM |
Exploring America's Wonders: North of the 40 Latitude |
A 9300-mile geology field trip taken with my family in 1993 is told in multi-generational journaling and many photos.
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Rachelle Francis |
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1:00 PM |
Therapy, Service, and Support Dogs: The Range of Man's Best Friend |
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.
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Kae Savar |
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6:00 PM |
The Objects That Tell Our Stories: Life at the Hull Family Home & Farmstead |
Buffalo has some beautiful Mansions that were constructed in the Late 19th and Early Twentieth Centuries, a time sometimes referred to as the Gilded Age . We will examine who designed them and for whom. We look at some of the architectural features as well as the current uses of the Mansions.
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Hull Family Home & Farmstead |
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