Allegany Center of Lifelong Learning

Speaker: David Jones 
Description: David will share a College update, including new initiatives and the College's vision for the future.  We will enjoy a celebratory lunch after his presentation.  A wonderful way to begin an exciting semester!

Speaker: Rita Knox
Description: Rita Knox will present a brief overview of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal history, some highlights from the Paw Paw Tunnel to the Terminus, and a look at the life of the canal boatmen and lock tenders.  

Speaker: Anne DeVaughn
Description: As we move into the next phase of our lives it is very useful to be prepared. Suggestions and techniques for this transition period will be discussed.  

Speaker: Ashli Workman
Description: An update on all the good tourism things happening in Allegany County will be presented. 

Speaker: Brian Plitnik
Description: At the twilight of Europe's Romantic era (1820-1900 CE), the Arts began to explore uncharted pathways. The coming musical revolution of the 20th century was ushered in not by force, but by subdued sensuality... a new approach to Harmony and Form inspired by a truly paradigm-shifting painting.

Speaker: Jesse Ketterman
Description: The Money Smart for Older Adults program seeks to raise awareness among older adults on how to prevent fraud, scams, and other elder financial exploitation. The curriculum was developed by the FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation) and CFPB (Consumer Financial Protection Bureau). 

Speaker: Sarah Parsons
Description: This presentation will provide attendees with some of the basic and valuable information regarding the legal aspects of landlord/tenant relationships. Additionally, the attendees are provided with tips about the best practices to foster a mutually beneficial landlord and tenant situation.

Speaker: Al Feldstein
Description: Al will present an OVERVIEW of the History of the Wills Mountain Inn and Artmor Plastics.

Speaker: Andy Duncan
Description: Everyone loves a ghost story, especially this time of year, and our area is full of them! Award-winning author Andy Duncan will retell some favorites, all set within 50 miles of Allegany College of Maryland. 

Speaker: DeeDee Ritchie
Description: An update on the River Walk at Canal Place will be presented.

Speaker: Moderated by Dave Williams
Description:  A roundtable discussion led by Allegany County Historical Society president Dave Williams with four panelists sharing their thoughts on the topics: the most important individual man in local history; the most important woman; the most important single event; and what aspect of local history is most important to our future.  

Speaker: Nick Gardner
Description: You can't open a news feed these days without seeing both grandiose promises and doomsday scenarios about AI. In this talk, we will discuss generative AI, what it is, how it came to exist, and a nuanced discussion of benefits and risks. 

 

 

Speaker: Betsey Hurwitz-Schwab
Description: With a collection of 150+ Hanukkah menorahs, Betsey will talk about the holiday and will show examples of menorahs from different time periods and countries.