Adult Academy
THE BRITISH MONARCHY
Learn about the pomp and pageantry of the British
royals, the royal weddings, the Queen and her family in
this 3-part series. Terry Kubista
The Pomp & Pageantry
of England
The people of the United States seem
enthralled by the pageantry of the
English and the Royal Family is a
source of mystique. Come and learn
about the family Windsor, the history
and the traditions.
Date: Mon, Oct 1
Time: 1:30–3:30 pm
Cost: $15
Class #: AEQ5A
Location: Gladstone, 105
Royal Weddings
Royal weddings are often not as they
seem. Did you know that the Queen
must approve each marriage in the
Royal Family? Were you aware that
she can and has vetoed marriages? A
look behind the scenes of some of the
more recent royal weddings will be
eye opening.
Date: Mon, Nov 5
Time: 1:30–3:30 pm
Cost: $15
Class #: AEQ5B
Location: Gladstone, 105
Roots of American Music
“Blues is the roots, all the rest is the
fruits.” –Willie Dixon
Settle in and enjoy this journey,
through words and music that
chronicles the history of blues from
New Orleans, to the Mississippi Delta
and on to Memphis, Chicago and
finally Detroit. Hear how the blues
gave rise to jazz, rock ’n roll, country,
hip hop and rap. John Rogers
Date: Wed, Oct 17
Time: 1:00–2:30 pm
Cost: $15
Class #: AEQ9
Location: Gladstone, 105
The Queen & Her Family
Elizabeth II has ruled the United
Kingdom for longer than any other
monarch in world history. She and
her forefathers together have ruled
for almost a thousand years. Why is
she gaining popularity again after her
popularity suffered so badly just a
few years ago? Why is she portrayed
so stiff and unfeeling? Could it be that
her job is changing or is she changing
the job?
Date: Mon, Dec 3
Time: 1:30–3:30 pm
Cost: $15
Class #: AEQ5C
Location: Gladstone, 105
Entire Series
Date: Mon, Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 3
3 sessions
Time: 1:30–3:30 pm
Cost: $30
Class #: AEQ5Series
Location: Gladstone, 105
Democracy is Not a
Spectator Sport!
2017 was politically unprecedented
and 2018 Election Day is quickly
approaching. Examine recent trends
in American politics, the coming
2018 midterm elections and what
role citizens and voters have in the
political system. David Schultz
Date: Wed, Oct 3
Time: 1:00–3:00 pm
Cost: $15
Class #: AEQ3
Location: Gladstone, 105
Our Minnesota State Capitol
from Groundbreaking through
Restoration
From gleaming marble and vibrant
art to new public spaces, the
Minnesota State Capitol’s $310 million
renovation—the largest preservation
effort since it opened in 1905—is
complete. The Capitol’s historic
furniture, artwork and interior
decorations have been restored
to their 1905 appearance. Learn
about the history and rehabilitation
of this iconic building from Denis
P. Gardner, Minnesota’s National
Register Historian at the Minnesota
State Historic Preservation Office.
Complement this course by attending
the Minnesota State Capitol Tour on
page 6. Denis P. Gardner
Date: Fri, Oct 5
Time: 1:00–3:00 pm
Cost: $15
Class #: AEQ4
Location: Gladstone, 105
Our Government in Hiding
What would happen if a catastrophe
or nuclear attack killed our president
and most of
the leaders of
government?
Who would
be in charge?
Where would
they be located? How would the
country function? Explore the history
of plans for such an event, beginning
way back in 1776, through WWII and
today. You’ll learn about the bunkers,
the plans for succession (not always
what you think), the practice drills
being held every year, and who will
be saved and who is considered
expendable if the unthinkable
happens. Kathy Simmer
Date: Mon, Oct 15
Time: 6:00–8:00 pm
Cost: $15
Class #: AEQ1
Location: Gladstone, 105
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