SACO/SANFORD — The second installment of York County Senior College’s 2018 Gary Sullivan Memorial Lecture Series will take place Feb. 21 with a look at Maine through the Franco-American experience and a lens of kindness.
That morning, James Mayall will present an overview of Maine’s rich snowshoeing history within the Franco-American community. The development of snowshoes, their contribution to travel and commerce, and their evolution into sport will be explored by Mayall, who, for several years ran the Franco-American Collection at the University of Southern Maine.
The lecture will include historical accounts and artifacts; attendees are encouraged to bring their own mementoes and stories to share.
In the afternoon, Michael Chase will inspire attendees with a message of hope in “Survival of the Kindest.” Founder of The Kindness Center, Chase is considered an expert on the subjects of kindness, resilience and positive behavior.
A world-renowned leader in the field of personal development, Michael reveals how living from the heart plays a critical role in healing our lives and our planet.
The series concludes March 21 with Col. Jen Fullmer, head of “Boots2Roots” inspiring listeners with her work from serving as a command pilot to assisting military members make the shift from active duty to Maine, followed by Monica Grabin “Singing Songs of the 40s, 50s and 60s” in the afternoon.
Morning lectures take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., followed by lunch and a second lecture, given from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
All winter lectures will be given at Denis Hall on the campus of the Brothers of Christian Instruction, 133 Shaker Hill Road, Alfred (off Route 202).
The fee for each day’s program is $20 for York County Senior College members, $25 for non-members, payable at the door by cash or check made payable to the York County Shelter Program, and includes lunch, as well as coffee breaks.
Should classes be cancelled on account of weather, notice will be given on local TV stations and may be heard on the YCSC answering machine (282-4030).
Call 282-4030 for reservations by the Monday before each lecture.
York County Senior College, providing low cost educational and social opportunities for adults, is affiliated with the University of Maine System.
Classes in the spring and fall semesters are given in Saco and Springvale, starting in March and September. Winter lectures are open to the public; membership in Senior College is not required.
The mission of York County Senior College is to provide a curriculum of intellectually stimulating learning opportunities and special activities for persons 50 years of age or older. Begun in 1999, Senior College is governed by a volunteer committee who oversees its general operations.
York County Senior College is a program of the University of Maine System University College.
For more information about Maine’s senior colleges, go to www.maineseniorcollege.org.
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