Lifelong Learning

04/06/20

Dr. Julia Zarankin: Dr. Zarankin holds a Phd in Comparative Literature from Princeton and teaches at U of T
Her topic: St. Petersburg and The Hermitage

In her talk, Julia shares her extensive knowledge and fascination with all things Russian.

05/04/20

DR. MIKE DALEY: Ph.D in Music from York who specializes in the history of modern music.
His Topic: The Birth of The Beatles
In this lively and entertaining presentation, Dr. Mike Daley talks and sings us through the journey of The Beatles. 

04/20/20

TED BARRIS: Award-winning journalist, author and broadcaster and military historian.
His topic: Rush to Danger, Medics in the Line of Fire

Ted relates the story behind his 19th non-fiction book by the same name. In it, he retraces his father's wartime experiences and the experiences of others like him who went to where wounded soldiers lay - to rush to danger.

05/11/20

BRIAN CARLILE: Writer, arranger and player in symphony and chamber orchestras.

HIs topic: The (not so) Young Persons' Guide to the Orchestra

In this talk, Brian gives us insight into the complexities of an orchestra, from his extensive experience and perspectve as a musician. 

04/27/20

ERIN PIOTROWSKI: A PhD candidate in English at U of T,

Her topic: Detective Fiction

In her presentation, Erin explores our fascination and obsession with the detective fiction that fuels bestseller books, TV, movies and streaming services.​

05/25/20

JAMES LOCKYER: A criminal lawyer and a prominent social justice activist.

HIS topic: Wrongful Convictions in Canada

James will speak from his case experience of wrongful convictions in Canada.