Recorded Classes

The U.S. National Archives is called the nation's filing cabinet. It is home to billions of records that if laid side to side would circle the earth more than 57 times. Imagine what information they may hold about your ancestors! Join us to learn about some lesser-known genealogically rich federal resources, where to look for clues that your ancestor interacted with the U.S. government, and how to learn about what records are available for research.

Instructor: Rhonda Hoffman, Genealogy Specialist, Buffalo & Erie County Public Library

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Forty years ago, in May of 1980, one of the most powerful volcanic eruptions occurred in the United States. Learn about Mount St. Helens, the days leading up to the eruption and the people who made history as a result.

Instructor: Theresa Wiater, Retired Teacher, Clarence Center Elementary School

Episode 6: Breaking Down Shakespeare: Analyzing & Interpreting Text

Featuring guest artist Peter Palmisano, Shakespeare in Delaware Park Actor and Shakespeare Educator

The 2020 Census is safe, easy, and important for funding and representation. Come learn about the history of the Census, what you can expect, and how it may impact us moving forward.

Instructor: Jason T. Eastman, PhD, United States Census Bureau

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Balancing your food intake with how much activity you do seems complicated. Let's break it down together!

Instructor: Janice Nowak, MS, RD, CDN, Dietitian Consultant, Erie County Department of Senior Services

Episode 5: Modern Interpretations of Shakespeare

Featuring guest artist Tracy Snyder, Former Shakespeare in Delaware Park Office Manager and Shakespearience Educator

Episode 4: Costuming for Shakespeare

Featuring guest artist Jenna Damberg, Shakespeare in Delaware Park Costume Designer

Episode 3: Music and Shakespeare: A Perfect Harmony

Featuring guest artist Sean Crawford, Office Manager of Shakespeare in Delaware Park.

Episode 2: Performing through the Years with Shakespeare in Delaware Park

Featuring guest artist Tom Loughlin, SDP Actor and Director.

Learn more about the ships docked at the largest inland naval museum in the county. USS The Sullivans and USS Croaker are World War II ships with unique and storied histories. USS Little Rock, as a flagship of the 2nd and 6th Fleet, oversaw many memorable events.

Instructor: Shane E. Stephenson, Director of Museum Collections, Buffalo Naval Park