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Fall 2020
WELCOME TO HUTTON HOUSE LECTURES
1975-2020: CELEBRATING 45 YEARS OF LIFE ENRICHING EDUCATION
Established in 1975, the Hutton House Lectures of Long Island
University are among the nation’s most distinguished lecture series for
lifelong learners. We are an intergenerational community of students
taking online and in-person classes in literature, music, politics, science,
art, history, economics, current events, healthy living and more! Our
dynamic instructors are LIU professors and deans as well as recognized
thought leaders and experts from the local and national community.
· Feed your curious mind and passion for knowledge
· Meet new friends in a community that shares your love of learning
· Engage in 300+ intellectually stimulating courses and lectures each
year, an amazing value
· Choose courses for the joy of learning, no entrance requirements,
tests or grades
Safety Notice About Our Fall 2020 Lectures
Your well-being is our priority. At the time of this printing, New
York State COVID-19 public health guidelines have allowed for the
reopening of colleges and universities with enhanced safety measures
in place. Beginning with the Fall 2020 semester, a select number
of Hutton House classes have been scheduled on site at LIU Post in
Brookville, N.Y. Please see pages 5 to 16. Should the public health
guidelines change, you will be notified by the Hutton House Office
for alternate arrangements. For those who choose to take the online
classes via Zoom (see pages 17 to 30), the instructions for logging
onto Zoom are available on our website at liu.edu/Hutton. You can
download Zoom at http://zoom.us. All class times are EST.
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Refund Policy: Once you have a registered for either an online or
onsite class, you have committed to attending the class. Therefore no
partial or full refunds are available. Should the university need to cancel
a class or class series, credits will be applied to your account and may
be applied to another course over a 12 month period.
Weather Related Closings: The Hutton House Lectures operate
under the auspices of Long Island University. If LIU Post on-site
classes are cancelled, then Hutton House on-site classes are also
cancelled. Please check the LIU website at www.liu.edu or call the
LIU Emergency phone number at 516-299-3637 (516-299-EMER).
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regarding weather-related closures.
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Values and Expectations: The mission of Hutton House Lectures
is to provide lifelong learners with stimulating intellectual content,
complementing Long Island University’s leading role in educational
and cultural life in the New York region and throughout the country. To
ensure the effectiveness of the adult education environment, we highly
value mutual respect, civil discourse, and patience when other students
are contributing to the lecture.
Hutton House Lectures Faculty: For an extensive list of our highly
regarded faculty, please view their biographies on our website at
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HUTTON HOUSE LECTURES
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LECTURES BY DAY OF THE WEEK AT LORBER HALL PAGE
Mondays………………………………………………………………….. 5-7
Tuesdays………………………………………………………………….. 8-9
Wednesdays………………………………………………………………. 10-11
Thursdays………………………………………………………………….. 12-13
Fridays……………………………………………………………………… 14-16
LECTURES BY DAY OF THE WEEK ONLINE VIA ZOOM
Mondays………………………………………………………………….. 17-19
Tuesdays………………………………………………………………….. 20-22
Wednesdays………………………………………………………………. 23-26
Thursdays………………………………………………………………….. 27-29
Fridays……………………………………………………………………… 30-31
COLOR KEY
ON CAMPUS ONLINE
4ABOUT ON CAMPUS LECTURES
Your safety and well-being are most important to us. We have adjusted class sizes to
reduce the number of students for in-person classes in Lorber Hall on the LIU Post
campus. Registration will fill quickly! To ensure your seat, please register online at
liu.edu/huttonhouse/courses or call 516-299-2580. No paper registrations accepted.
Note: Should government health guidelines change, you will be notified if your class is
moved to online or will be rescheduled to a future date. Only class credits will be issued.
MONDAY — ON CAMPUS
6354. ART NOUVEAU: AN INTERNATIONAL STYLE
Marc Kopman
Originating in France and lasting 20 years (1890-1910), Art Nouveau influenced the
decorative arts as well as painting, sculpture and architecture. This series will explore its
various manifestations by looking at the work of such key figures as Alfons Mucha, Louis
Comfort Tiffany and Antonio Gaudi.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 7 sessions
September 14 – November 9 Fee: $170
(No class September 28 and October 12)
6355. STEVE MARTIN – THE EARLY YEARS
Sal St. George
Steve Martin began his career as a writer for the Smothers Brothers and soon redefined
himself as one of the most popular stand-up comedians of our generation. This lecture will
explore the early days of the comedian and how a “wild and crazy guy” evolved into one of
America’s most versatile and creative comedy treasures.
1 – 3 p.m. 1 session
September 14 Fee: $32
6356. ALONE IN THE DARK II - SCARED STIFF AND
NO WHERE TO RUN
Keith Crocker
This is the follow up to our popular introspective four-part series on the study of horror films
and their impact on the human psyche. We first screen Benjamin Christensen’s Witchcraft
Through the Ages (1922). This silent film explores the history of witchcraft, demonology
and Satanism. Next, we preview Island of Lost Souls (1932) starring Charles Laughton as
the mysterious Dr. Moreau. The third masterpiece, Carnival of Souls (1962), reveals a young
woman experiencing strange supernatural phenomena. The final pièce de résistance is a
screening of Roman Polanski’s 1968 shocker, Rosemary’s Baby.
1 – 3:30 p.m. 4 sessions
October 5 – November 2 Fee: $100
(No class October 12)
Register Online: liu.edu/HuttonHouse/Courses | 516-299-2580
56357. FADING REFLECTIONS OF LONG ISLAND’S GOLD
COAST ERA ESTATES
Orin Z. Finkle
Orin Finkle explores the world of wealthy aristocrats who lived on Long Island’s Gold Coast
from the late 1800s through the 1930s. During this time, large tracts of land became a
playground for society. Through the use of media, Mr. Finkle delivers a rare peek into the
fashionable country lifestyle of the North Shore of Long Island. Hear a lecture and view
photos from his private archive, featuring prominent families such as the Guggenheims,
Astors, Whitneys, Morgans and Phipps.
1 – 3 p.m. 5 sessions
October 19 – November 16 Fee: $120
6358. SAVING RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL: A DANCER’S
TRUE STORY
Encore Presentation – Back by Popular Demand!
Rosemary Novellino-Mearns
At last, the true story of how Radio City Music Hall, an Art Deco masterpiece and one of New
York City’s iconic cultural landmarks, was saved from demolition. Using live media coverage
from the period, Rosemary Novellino-Mearns, dance captain of the legendary Radio City
Music Hall Ballet Company during the 1970s, reveals the amazing David and Goliath battle
story of how she motivated a small group of dedicated colleagues and friends to join forces,
and challenge the Rockefeller establishment. Against all odds, Rosemary led the fight to
save the “Showplace of the Nation.”
1:30 - 3 p.m. 1 session
November 9 Fee: $32
6359. SILENCE IS GOLDEN – CHAPLIN, KEATON AND COMPANY
Keith Crocker
Roll back time and investigate the work of classic era silent comedians such as Charles
Chaplin, Buster Keaton and Harold Lloyd. Find out why dance and pantomime were so vital
to the art of clowning, and how graceful movement could give way to comedic stumbling
in the blink of an eye. This class is about communication in the silent medium and revealing
what it took to be top talent back in an age when silence was indeed golden!
1 – 3 p.m. 4 sessions
November 9 – November 30 Fee: $100
6360. THE “I LOVE LUCY” STORY: BIRTH OF THE
MODERN DAY SITCOM
Sal St. George
This program will reveal a behind-the-scenes look at the early careers of both Lucy and Desi:
how they met, their battles with CBS, and the ultimate creation of Desilu Studios. We will
discover the astute business acumen of Desi Arnaz and how he single-handedly created the
modern-day situation comedy.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
November 16 Fee: $32
Register Online: liu.edu/HuttonHouse/Courses | 516-299-2580
66361. BROADWAY MUSICAL LEGENDS
Mel Haber
Many fine singers have graced the Broadway stage throughout its history. However,
relatively few have become legends who stand out from all the rest. In this presentation, we
will see videos of Al Jolson, Fanny Brice, Ethel Merman, Mary Martin, Zero Mostel, Gwen
Verdon, John Raitt, and Barbara Cook.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
Monday, December 14 Fee: $32
6362. ALEXANDER HAMILTON AND THE TIME OF HIS LIFE
Encore Presentation – Back by Popular Demand!
Marianne Als
This multimedia presentation is an art-blend of archival and modern images, text and
music that fluidly tells the tale of Alexander Hamilton’s extraordinary life. Drawn heavily
from primary source documents and true Hamilton biographers, the dramatic narrative
unfolds and captivates. We see Hamilton’s hand in the towering skyscrapers of New York
City, the decisions of the judicial courts, the office of the presidency, and every time we
pay with a $10 bill.
12:30 – 3:30 p.m. 1 session
December 14 Fee: $32
Register Online: liu.edu/HuttonHouse/Courses | 516-299-2580
7TUESDAY — ON CAMPUS
6363. RATIFICATION OF THE CONSTITUTION
Anthony Edward Major
Our respected Constitution was ratified in 1788 by State Conventions, after 10 months
of tortured debate and wrangling. Why was Ratification not put to popular vote? The
importance of the decision in this critical period in our nation, republican government, and
to all of democracy will be explored.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 3 sessions
September 8 – September 22 Fee: $90
6364. WRITING POETRY: WHAT MAKES A GOOD POEM?
Evelyn Kandel
This question is explored by reading poems by well-known poets and writing in response
to weekly prompts that help to inspire you. Poems are critiqued in a supportive atmosphere.
The aim to improve is serious, the mood is lighthearted. Be prepared to laugh and learn.
Previous writing experience is helpful. Bring a poem and copies to first class. Ms. Kandel is
the Nassau County Poet Laureate.
1 – 3 p.m. 8 sessions
September 8 – November 10 Fee: $180
(No class October 13 and November 3)
6365. ITALIAN CINEMA
Valerie Franco
Explore six films that define work, family and responsibility across social, regional and
economic classes in Italy. We will discuss the talents of the directors and actors involved
in each film, including: Matteo Garrone, Alessandro Gassmann, Giovanna Mezzogiorno,
Colin Firth, and Steve Coogan. Films are predominantly in Italian, with some French and
English subtitles, and include Realità, The Dinner, La Sapienza, Girl on a Bicycle, Naples
in Veils, and E gia ieri.
12:30 – 3:30 p.m. 6 sessions
September 15 – October 20 Fee: $150
Register Online: liu.edu/HuttonHouse/Courses | 516-299-2580
86366. MR. B. NUMBER THREE
Peter Borst
Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms expanded the music of their day and were certainly
among the greatest composers of their time. The compositions of Johannes Brahms, the
third of the three B’s, represent 19th century music at its highest level. From the waltzes
and Hungarian dances to the German Requiem and four symphonies, perfection is what
we hear. We will look at the following compositions of Brahms: Hungarian Dances #4
and 5, Piano Quartet #1, Op 25, Piano Sonata #3 in F minor, Op5, Liebeslieder Waltzes,
Op 52, A German Requiem Op 45, Academic Festival Overture, Op 80, and Symphony
#1 in C minor Op65.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 5 sessions
October 13 – November 17 Fee: $120
(No class November 3)
6367. THE HISTORY OF CHOCOLATE
Dr. Libby O’Connell
Power. Passion. Love. Murder. Chocolate has it all – plus a fascinating history stretching
back thousands of years. From the days of the ancient Olmecs in the Yucatan, to the
17th century Spanish Court, to the origins of M&M’s, the story of chocolate will be
discussed in a 90-minute lecture.
1 – 2:30 p.m. 1 session
October 27 Fee: $32
6368. MAD DOGS AND ENGLISHMEN: AN EXPLORATION
OF CONTEMPORARY ENGLISH CINEMA
Valerie Franco
Join film historian and scholar Val Franco for a look at the very unique way that
English movies present life. These comedies, dramas and mysteries star some of the
greatest talent in film today, including Brendan Gleeson, Steve Coogan, Colin Firth,
Nick Frost and Kenneth Branagh. All films are in English with some Italian and English
subtitles and include Hampstead, Crooked House, Agatha and The Truth about Murder,
Stan and Ollie, Trip to Italy and A Summer in Genoa.
12:30 – 3:30 p.m. 6 sessions
November 10 – December 15 Fee: $150
Register Online: liu.edu/HuttonHouse/Courses | 516-299-2580
9WEDNESDAY — ON CAMPUS
6369. ELECTION 2020: THE PRESIDENT, THE PRESS AND
THE VIRUS
Peter Kohler
Peter Kohler continues to explore how a politically polarized press is propelling
counter narratives in the 2020 campaign beset both by the coronavirus pandemic
and the impeachment of President Donald Trump. Some, like Fox News, praise
Trump’s leadership during the pandemic, while other media, such as The Washington
Post and The New York Times, orchestrate calls for President Trump’s election ouster
due to his failings in responding to the virus. Mr. Kohler will discuss how some media
outlets are urging criminal investigations and the ouster of those accused by Trump of
conspiring to orchestrate his impeachment, as others rise to their defense.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 3 sessions
September 16 – September 30 Fee: $90
6370. MOSTLY MOZART
Jeffrey Norwood
Born in Salzburg in 1756, Mozart is recognized as one of the greatest classical
composers of all times, with a repertoire spanning every major genre from opera to
symphonies. Mozart’s best music has a natural flow and irresistible charm, and can
express humor, joy or sorrow with both conviction and mastery. The five sessions will
include an individual analysis of a major work from each genre in which Mozart worked:
concerto, symphony, chamber works, choral works and opera.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 5 sessions
October 7 – November 4 Fee: $120
6371. ANATOMY OF A CRIMINAL JURY TRIAL:
BEYOND A REASONABLE DOUBT
Hon. Robert G. Bogle
This class will discuss the concept of the Criminal Jury Trial focusing on its long history and
evolution over the centuries. Discussion will include some of the more famous jury trials
and the importance of jury selection. The class will conclude with a demonstration of jury
selection and a behind-the-scenes look at why some are selected and others are not, all to
determine if, at the end of the trial, the defendant is guilty “beyond a reasonable doubt.”
1 – 3 p.m. 1 session
November 18 Fee: $32
Register Online: liu.edu/HuttonHouse/Courses | 516-299-2580
106372. THE TRIANGLE SHIRTWAIST COMPANY FACTORY FIRE
Howard Ehrlich and Harvey Sackowitz
The Triangle Shirtwaist factory fire in the Greenwich Village section of NYC, on March
25, 1911, burned and killed 145 innocent hard working young women. It is considered
one of the most infamous tragedies in American industrial history as these deaths were
largely preventable. These victims died because of deplorable sweat shop conditions
and neglected safety features. Lecturers Ehrlich and Sackowitz will not only describe what
happened on that sad day but also will discuss the subsequent trial of the owners.
10 – 11:30 a.m. 1 session
December 2 Fee: $32
Register Online: liu.edu/HuttonHouse/Courses | 516-299-2580
11THURSDAY — ON CAMPUS
6373. I THINK I HAVE A BOOK IN ME (ADVANCED)
Lisa Pulitzer
You have an idea, a few pages, maybe even a few chapters. Now, it’s time to finish what
you have started. The New York Times’ bestselling author Lisa Pulitzer will help you
negotiate the hurdles that prevent you from completing your story. From outline to
finished manuscript, you will enjoy and become prolific in the writing process. This is a
continuation from the beginner’s course. The beginner’s course is not a pre-requisite to
join. New students are welcome. Maximum enrollment: 15.
1 – 3 p.m. 7 sessions
September 10 – October 22 Fee: $180
6374. ARCHAEOLOGY OF THE BIBLICAL WORLD (PART 3)
Dr. Denise Gold
Discoveries from the most recent excavations have helped archaeologists and scientists to
understand the remarkable lives of the peoples of the Old Testament, as well as their religious
and moral concepts which have influenced our civilization for more than 3,000 years. This
semester we will view slide presentations from the era of the two great kings, David and
Solomon, and on to the time of the divided kingdoms, Israel and Judah. We will also explore
the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem. To conclude, we will view with archaeological
evidence, the time and life of Jesus Christ. No previous Biblical study is required.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 8 sessions
October 1 – November 19 Fee: $180
6375. 2020: A VIRUS AND A CENSUS BRING LONG ISLAND
TO A CROSSROADS
Peter Kohler
The coronavirus has struck a blow to the economy of New York City and Long Island
like none other, at a time when the 2020 census will confirm that decades of population
growth have come to an end, and signs of economic stagnation and decline have
grown, ominous. We will discuss the history of Long Island’s spectacular growth and
those who shaped it since the 1950s – among them, Robert Moses, Nelson Rockefeller,
William Levitt and Leroy Grumman. We will explore the likelihood of a precipitous
decline due to the ongoing threats of pandemics to such highly dense urban
economies, New York’s fiscal and economic policies, and the fiscal policies in Nassau
and Suffolk County governments. Will economic recovery likely pass us by?
10 a.m. – 12 noon 4 sessions
October 22 – November 12 Fee: $100
Register Online: liu.edu/HuttonHouse/Courses | 516-299-2580
126376. I THINK I HAVE A BOOK IN ME (ADVANCED) continued
Lisa Pulitzer
You have an idea, a few pages, maybe even a few chapters. Now, it’s time to finish
what you’ve started. The New York Times’ bestselling author Lisa Pulitzer will help you
negotiate the hurdles that prevent you from completing your story. From outline to
finished manuscript, you will enjoy and become prolific in the writing process. This is a
continuation from the beginner’s course. The beginner’s course is not a pre-requisite to
join. New students are welcome. Maximum enrollment: 15.
1 – 3 p.m. 7 sessions
October 29 – December 17 Fee: $180
(No class November 26)
6377. DEBATING THE CONSTITUTION IN THE 18TH CENTURY
James Coll
Following the drafting of the U.S. Constitution in 1787, the document was sent to the
states to be contemplated and debated in specially held conventions. In this series, we
will discuss the arguments for and against the Constitution’s approval, the influence
of the Federalist and Anti-Federalist Papers, the process for state ratification, and the
impact of this period on the future of constitutional history.
12:30 – 2:30 p.m. 2 sessions
November 12 and November 19 Fee: $60
6378. POP MUSIC’S GREAT FAMILIES
Tony Traguardo
A look at some of pop music’s great ‘family acts,’ including the Lennon Sisters, the
Shangri-Las, The Osmonds, The Jackson Five, The Bee Gees, The Carpenters and more!
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
December 10 Fee: $32
6379. THOSE WONDERFUL ONE HIT WONDERS
Tony Traguardo
Join radio personality and broadcasting educator Tony Traguardo for a look at the
phenomena of, and some of the most fascinating stories behind, Billboard chart’s many
one-hit wonders of the ’60s and ’70s.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
December 17 Fee: $32
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13FRIDAY — ON CAMPUS
6380. HOW FAMOUS HOLLYWOOD ROLES WERE CAST 1960-
TODAY – PART II
Barry Rivadue
Peter O’Toole was actually second choice for Lawrence of Arabia. Marlon Brando was no
sure bet to be cast in The Godfather. These high profile examples are just one of many
colorful stories, in which iconic performances often only happened after overcoming
studio politics, egos and even unexpected death! Many clips will showcase the search
for what proved to be perfect casting,
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
September 25 Fee: $32
6381. CLASSIC COURTROOM CINEMA, PART II: THE VERDICT/
WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION/INHERIT THE WIND
Barry Rivadue
The Verdict (1982) showcases one of Paul Newman’s finest performances as a disgraced
lawyer, finding himself with both a professional and life changing opportunity. The
case seems impossible for him to win, yet the trial provides one of the most riveting in
courtroom cinema. Agatha Christie’s Witness for the Prosecution (1957) is brought to
great heights by an extraordinary cast: Tyrone Power, Charles Laughton and Marlene
Dietrich. Stylishly directed by Billy Wilder, it’s an often amusing puzzler that displays
Agatha Christie and everyone involved at their best. Stanley Kramer’s 1960 production
of Inherit the Wind is a story of clashing ideologies. The courtroom confrontation
between acting legends Spencer Tracy and Fredric March show them in peak form.
12:30 – 3:30 p.m. 3 sessions
October 2 – October 16 Fee: $90
6382. POTPOURRI OF ITALIAN CLASSICS: RESTORED
AND REVISITED
Irene Porco Eckert
Benvenuto sa Cinema Italiana (Welcome to Italian Cinema.) Take a nostalgic trip with
Irene Porco Eckert, reviewing the notable films that American audiences admired and
remembered. Such films include: UMBERTO D, L’INNOCENTE, IL POSTINO, BREAD AND
CHOCOLATE. Italian films are a wonderful example of “expressive body language”….the
performers do a wonderful job of communicating their behaviors/ideas with their whole
“selves.” Sometimes you do not need words!!
1 – 3:30 p.m. 4 sessions
October 2 – October 30 Fee: $120
(No class October 9)
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146383. HOLLYWOOD’S FIRST FEMALE COMEDY TEAM
Sal St. George
Before Lucy and Ethel, before Laverne and Shirley, before Mary and Rhoda, the world
was enchanted and entertained by Thelma Todd and Zasu Pitts, Hollywood’s first
female comedy team. These hilarious shorts display the talents of two forgotten screen
comediennes. We will view two of their finest efforts and reflect on how they influenced
future female pairings on the screen and television. Also, watch for an extremely rare
cameo appearance.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
October 9 Fee: $32
6384. CONTEMPORARIES OF THE IMPRESSIONISTS BUT WITH
A STYLE OF THEIR OWN
Dr. Mary Dono
Painting in Paris, London, and Brussels at the time of the Impressionists consisted of
society artists with a style of their own! In week one, we explore James Tissot a French
painter and illustrator. He was a successful painter of Paris society before moving to
London in 1871. He became famous as a genre painter of fashionably dressed women
shown in various scenes of everyday life. Additionally, we delve into the life of Alfred
Stevens, a Belgian painter, known for his paintings of elegant modern women. In week
two, we discuss John Singer Sargent and Thomas Eakins. Sargent was an American
expatriate artist, considered to be a “leading portrait painter of his generation”
for his evocations of Edwardian-era luxury. Eakins was an American realist painter,
photographer, sculptor, and fine arts educator, acknowledged to be one of the most
important artists in American art history.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 2 sessions
November 13 and November 20 Fee: $60
6385. THE NATIONAL GOVERNMENT V. THE STATES:
WHO WINS?
James Coll
Few debates have been as lasting as the struggle to define the relationship between
the states and the national government. In this lecture we will analyze the concept of
Federalism – the balance of power between these two structures – envisioned by the
Founders both in the Constitution and in practice today.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
November 20 Fee: $32
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156386. THE RODGERS AND HART SONGBOOK
Richard Knox
The outstanding songwriting team of Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart were among
the most notable contributors to American Musical Theatre for almost a quarter century,
composing 28 musicals and 500 songs from 1919 until Hart’s death in 1943. This
program will focus on some of their most endearing works, including “Pal Joey,” “Babes
in Arms,” and “On Your Toes” and will include performances by such notable musical
artists as Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra, and Gene Kelly.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
December 4 Fee: $32
6387. THE MAKING OF “WHITE CHRISTMAS”
Sal St. George
Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen sparkle in this dazzling
Irving Berlin musical. In this informative and entertaining lecture, you will discover who
was originally scheduled to appear in the film. Is this a sequel to an earlier Bing Crosby
musical? Can you name the two ad-libbed and unscripted scenes from the movie? What
future Academy Award-winning actor was discovered in the chorus of this movie? For
the classic movie buff, this presentation is a must!
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
December 11 Fee: $32
6388. GREAT CONDUCTORS OF THE 20TH CENTURY
Philip Harwood
Throughout the 20th century, many legendary conductors performed with the world’s
greatest orchestras. Through film and video footage, we are able to see these musical
titans in performance, including Koussevitsky, Stokowski, Toscanini, Szell, Bernstein,
Bernstein, Williams, and others.
1:30 – 3 p.m. 1 session
December 11 Fee: $32
6389. THE FILM SCORE IN CONCERT
Philip Harwood
Many memorable film scores were composed for the silver screen. Through the
decades, many film scores were performed in the concert hall. We will be able to
see both film and video of both composers conducting their own film scores (Rozsa,
Williams, Silverstein, Goldsmith, Bernstein), as well as other conductors performing
some of the most beloved music from the screen.
1:30 – 3 p.m. 1 session
December 18 Fee: $32
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16ABOUT ONLINE LECTURES
For our loyal students who would like to continue to enjoy our lectures in the
comfort of their homes, we will be providing classes via Zoom. Please register online at
liu.edu/huttonhouse/courses.
MONDAY — ONLINE
6390. THE COASTLINE UNDER SIEGE
Dr. John T. Tanacredi
Hurricanes, shoreline erosion, tsunamis and sea level changes have generated
unrelenting expenses, loss of natural resources and loss of human lives. This
presentation will focus upon coastal environmental science, estuarine ecosystem
dynamics and horseshoe crab ecology including the ecological health of Long Island.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
September 21 Fee: $30
6391. COMPARING TWO EXCELLENT VERSIONS OF VARIOUS
AMERICAN SONG BOOK STANDARDS
Mel Haber
Certain songs from the Great American Songbook have become classics, such as
“September Song,” “All the Things You Are,” “Body and Soul,” and “As Time Goes By.”
In this presentation, you will see videos of two singers performing the same song. Each
version is equally good, but a little different. We will be treated to such singers as Ella
Fitzgerald, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Louis Armstrong.
1 – 3 p.m. 1 session
September 21 Fee: $30
6392. WRITING A CHAPTER FROM YOUR LIFE
Lisa Pulitzer
Have you ever wanted to put into words memorable experiences that are indelibly
etched in your mind? Join The New York Times best-selling author Lisa Pulitzer, writer of
more than 45 non-fiction titles, as she brings you through the compelling and personally
rewarding writing process. Participants will learn the elements of good storytelling, how
to map out a scene, write dialogue, create three-dimensional characters, build suspense
and momentum, and take a scene to its intended climax. Participants will share and
critique each other’s work. Maximum enrollment: 15
10 a.m. – 12 noon 5 sessions
October 5 – November 9 Fee: $150
(No class October 12)
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176393. HORSESHOE CRAB CONSERVATION:
LIMULUS IN THE LIMELIGHT
Dr. John T. Tanacredi
Horseshoe crabs provide from their blue blood an endotoxin detecting chemical, LAL,
that has been used in every hospital around the world and is now even more important
as an aid to combating the Covid-19 pandemic. Horseshoe crabs are significant
conservation organisms as their protein eggs each year support millions of migrating
birds from as far away as South America to arctic breeding sites. There are only four
species of horseshoe crabs on earth and they are all significantly endangered. Limulus
has been Red listed by IUCN as threatened and their most recent use as exotic food may
finally push these animals over the brink to extinction.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
October 19 Fee: $30
6394. A BRIEF HISTORY OF DOO WOP MUSIC:
THE GREAT VOCAL GROUPS OF THE 1950s
Mel Haber
In this program, you will learn about the history of Doo Wop music as we go from such
early examples as Earth Angel” by The Penguins, and “Sincerely” by The Moonglows,
to later examples like, “Get a Job” by The Silhouettes and “A Teenager in Love” by Dion
and the Belmonts. In between, we will hear such songs as “Why Do Fools Fall in Love,”
from Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers, “A Thousand Miles Away” by The Heartbeats,
and “Only You” by The Platters.
1 – 3 p.m. 1 session
October 19 Fee: $30
6395. CHALLENGING MYTHS ABOUT ALEXANDER HAMILTON
Nancy Spannaus
In this lecture, based on her 2019 book, Hamilton Versus Wall Street: The Core
Principles of the American System, author Nancy Spannaus will expose persistent myths
surrounding Alexander Hamilton. She will focus on Hamilton as the founder of the
“American System” of economics, whose principles were the basis for the periods of
the greatest growth in our economy, as well as his manufacturing perspective, and how
it was taken up throughout U.S. and world history. Prepare to be surprised by a history
you’ve never been told. The book may be purchased at www.iuniverse.com/Bookstore
or on Amazon.
1 – 3 p.m. 1 session
October 26 Fee: $30
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186396. LEGENDARY OPERATIC TENORS:
BJORLING, CORELLI AND Di STEFANO
Mel Haber
Although many of you may know the three tenors – Domingo, Pavarotti and Carreras
– you may not know of three great tenors who preceded them: Jussi Bjoerling, Franco
Corelli and Giuseppe DiStefano. All of them deserve to be called “legendary.” In this
presentation, you will learn a bit about their lives and will see videos that demonstrate
just how wonderful they were.
1 – 3 p.m. 1 session
November 16 Fee: $30
6397. NEW HOLLYWOOD - CINEMA OF THE 1970s
Greg Blank
Considered the Last Golden Age of American Cinema, the 1970s brought some of the
most momentous films and filmmakers of all time. Films like Francis Ford Coppola’s The
Godfather (1972), William Friedkin’s The Exorcist (1973), Steven Spielberg’s Jaws (1975),
Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977), and George Lucas’s Star Wars (1977) ushered
in an era of the most commercially successful period in Hollywood’s history. Through
film and documentary clips, we will break down the influences and relationships of these
film directors, and the important films of the day.
10 – 11:30 a.m. 1 session
November 23 Fee: $30
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6398. DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE
Anthony Edward Major
The sheer boldness of this venerable document shall be explored in both its terms and
the fascinating context of events which preceded its drafting. What were the political
pulses of the disparate colonies and how had their leaders expressed grievances prior to
the Declaration? The story is riveting and offers insight into the founding of our nation.
2 – 4 p.m. 3 sessions
September 8 – September 22 Fee: $90
6399. UNDERSTANDING THE CENSUS, GERRYMANDERING
AND WHAT THEY MEAN
James Coll
Article I of the U.S. Constitution mandates that an “actual enumeration” be conducted
every 10 years to determine the number of people living in the United States. In this
discussion, we will analyze the history of the census, the provisions for the 2020 process
and the way the counting is used after it is conducted. Our analysis also will include
the way states are carved into districts and how that process has both changed and
remained the same over the history of our republic.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
September 15 Fee: $30
6400. FAMOUS TRIALS
Marc Greenberg
The public likes to obsess on scandalous people and their legal trials. More often than not,
“real” individuals become the ancillary damage in these cases. Here we take a vicarious view
of the negative side of human behavior. On September 15, explore the “The Miscarriages of
Justice?” focusing on the Central Park jogger and the trial of Bernhard Goetz. On October
13, we address “Insanity,” focusing on the Ezra Pound Trial (1946) and John Hinckley
Trial (1982). On November 10, we focus on “The Atomic Bomb Case” of Ethel and Julius
Rosenberg (1951). On December 8, we ask, “So you think you have a dysfunctional family?”
and unpack the trial of Lizzie Borden (1893) and the Menendez brothers (1989).
10 a.m. – 12 noon 4 sessions
Sept. 15, Oct. 13, Nov. 10 and Dec. 8 Fee: $120
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206401. LANDMARK SUPREME COURT CASES
Marc Greenberg
The Supreme Court is the highest judiciary court in the United States. Cases decided by
the Supreme Court on constitutional issues – “judicial review” – often rise to the level of
momentous. In this class we will review and discuss some of these cases. The Supreme Court
issues opinions; what is your opinion? Topics are: Vietnam (September 15), First Amendment-
Speech (October 13), Racial Court Case (November 10), and Civil Liberties (December 8).
1 – 3 p.m. 4 sessions
Sept. 15, Oct. 13, Nov. 10 and Dec. 8 Fee: $120
6402. THE DELICIOUS HISTORY OF APPLE PIE
Dr. Libby O’Connell
Apple pie is not just one of America’s favorite desserts. It also provides an entertaining
introduction to the history of food. From the ancient origin of pie itself to the legendary spice
trade, apple pie offers a unique window on the past. No cooking or clean-up is required!
10 – 11:30 a.m. 1 session
September 22 Fee: $30
6403. THE CAREER AND FILMS OF INGMAR BERGMAN
Greg Blank
Through clips of classic films like Wild Strawberries (1957), The Seventh Seal (1958), The
Virgin Spring (1960), Through A Glass Darkly (1961), Persona (1966), and others, we will
explore the body of work of Ingmar Bergman’s existential and soul-searching films that
constitute one of the richest bodies of work in the history of cinema.
10 – 11:30 a.m. 1 session
September 29 Fee: $30
6404. ONCE UPON A STORY: CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP
Ellen Meister
The craft of writing effective fiction includes an understanding of story structure, voice,
pacing, characters, imagery, tension and more. In this four-week creative writing workshop,
novelist Ellen Meister will provide prompts designed to kick start your creativity. Generous,
gentle, and constructive feedback will help you improve and grow as a writer. This workshop
is perfect for anyone interested in creating short stories, flash fiction or novels. Former
students are welcome to continue in this enjoyable, creative writing workshop!
10 a.m. – 12 noon 4 sessions
October 6 – October 27 Fee: $100
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216405. MAKING SENSE OF THE FORTHCOMING
NATIONAL ELECTIONS
Dr. David Sprintzen
As we approach one of the most fateful national elections in the midst of an
unprecedented international pandemic, we can draw few reliable guidelines from
elections in more normal times. What sense can we make of the events, forces,
constituencies and candidates that will determine the fate of this nation? We will seek to
engage the class in an informed, thoughtful, and probing exploration that hopefully will
shed some light on our situation, current tendencies, and electoral prospects.
1 – 3 p.m. 3 sessions
October 6 - October 20 Fee: $90
6406. HARVEST TABLE - THE HISTORY OF THANKSGIVING
AND FOOD
Libby O’Connell
Arguably the most American of our holidays, Thanksgiving may have the oldest historical
roots. Learn about its ancient origins, what really happened at “Plimoth Plantation,” and
how the legend of the Pilgrims’ feast united the North during the Civil War. We also will
explore what food is served, and how that menu has changed over the past 400 years.
1 – 2:30 p.m. 1 session
November 17 Fee: $30
6407. THE PIANO MAN: BILLY JOEL
Tony Traguardo
Trace the incredible career of Hicksville’s own Billy Joel, whose music took him from
touring Long Island clubs to headlining international stadiums.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
December 1 Fee: $30
6408. THE HISTORY AND IMPACT OF INDIAN CINEMA
Greg Blank
The history of cinema in India extends back to the beginning of the film era, and
today India ranks first in terms of annual film output in the world. Its influences include
ancient epics, traditional folk theatre, Hollywood cinema and western television. We
will view clips of some of the most important and influential films and filmmakers in
Indian cinema history such as Pather Panchali (1955), Pyaasa (1957), 3 Idiots (2009),
and Nayakan (1987).
10 – 11:30 a.m. 1 session
December 15 Fee: $30
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6409. ELECTION 2020: THE AMERICAN PRESIDENCY IN THE
21st CENTURY
Dr. Ron Brown
On Tuesday, November 3, 2020 Americans will go to polls to elect a new president. This
series of lectures will highlight the evolution of the presidency and analyze the many crises
the American presidency is confronting today. Is a Presidency that was invented in the age
of the horse and buggy outdated? Does the USA need a new constitution? Does money
determine who sits in the Oval Office? Is it time for an American Revolution? Join us as
we discuss this and the following topics each week: The American Constitution: Is it Time
for a Revolution? (Sept. 9); How George Washington Invented the American Presidency
(Sept. 16); Great (and Not so Great) First Ladies (Sept. 23); The President Who Invented
Political Campaigns: Andrew Jackson (Sept. 30); Understanding Donald Trump: 100% New
York (Oct. 21); and 2020: The Global Challenges Facing the New President (Oct. 28).
1 – 3 p.m. 6 sessions
September 9, 16, 23, 30 and October 21 and 28 Fee: $150
(No class October 7 and 14)
6410. “BUT THEY WERE GOOD TO THEIR MOTHERS”
THE STORY OF THE NEW YORK MOB
Howard Ehrlich and Harvey Sackowitz
They had names such as: Louis “Lepke” Buchalter, Arthur “Dutch” Schultz, Meyer “the
Mob’s Accountant” Lansky, Abe “Kid Twist” Reles, Benjamin ”Bugsy” Siegel, Frank “The
Prime Minister” Costello, Carl “The Godfather” Gambino, “Lucky” Luciano, Albert “The
Executioner” Anastasia. This is the story of the Jewish and Italian mobs. They had much
in common, but their families always came first. Why did they team up? What happened
to them? This is their story.
10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. 2 sessions
September 16 and September 23 Fee: $60
6411. MILD ABOUT HARRY - THE PRESIDENCY OF
HARRY TRUMAN 1945-1953
Richard Walsh
Harry Truman became President after only 82 days as Vice President for the beloved
Franklin Roosevelt. He was left with the task of wrapping up World War II and the
momentous decision of employing atomic bombs against Japan. Truman found
governing the nation more difficult after the war, with the people not yet convinced
he was actually president. After winning a totally unexpected term of his own in 1948,
the Korean War would dominate the rest of Truman’s time in office. Join a fascinating
discussion of one of America’s most interesting presidents.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
September 30 Fee: $30
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236412. VICTORY OR DEATH: WINNING THE AMERICAN
REVOLUTION 1775-1781
Richard Walsh
How did an obscure colonel of militia lead a ragtag army to victory over the mighty
British Empire? Join the conversation concerning the military campaigns of the
American Revolution, from the opening guns at Lexington and Concord to the stunning
surrender of Lord Cornwallis at Yorktown, Virginia in 1781. Against all odds, George
Washington held the Continental Army together, suffering many defeats and hardships
along the way, before ultimate triumph. We will look at the major battles and the leaders
from both sides, and how sheer will and determination won the day.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
October 7 Fee: $30
6413. UNDERSTANDING THE SUPREME COURT
James Coll
This series will examine the evolving role of the U.S. Supreme Court in American
history. Our objective will be to get a better sense of how the Court works, how it deals
with (or fails to deal with) controversial issues and how the “least dangerous branch” has
secured its unique place in the American constitutional structure.
12:30 – 2:30 p.m. 2 sessions
October 7 and October 14 Fee: $60
6414. A GREAT STORY OF NEW YORK BASEBALL: 1950-1969
Howard Ehrlich and Harvey Sackowitz
Examine the era of New York baseball which included three great teams who played in this
city plus “one new team” that was added to this unique era. Of course we are talking about
the New York Yankees, the New York Giants, the Brooklyn Dodgers and the “new kid on
the block,” the New York Mets. Hear not only the story of the unique players and coaches
that played on their respective teams, but also those great games that each team played
against each other. It is a story not only about baseball but also of the City of New York.
10 – 11:30 a.m. 1 session
October 14 Fee: $30
6415. CROWN JEWELS OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE: INDIA AND
BURMA, THEN AND NOW
Richard Walsh
They were the prized possessions of the world-wide British Empire, the massive
subcontinent of India, with its ancient traditions and vast potential, along with the more
mysterious and densely jungled Burma. Leaders such as Gandhi, Nehru, and Aung
San would lead the fight for independence. Despite many road bumps, India, while
struggling with its massive population and crushing poverty, has emerged as the world’s
biggest democracy. Sadly, Burma crumbled into military dictatorship and now bears the
distinction of being home to the world’s longest running civil war.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
October 21 Fee: $30
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246416. LONG READS BOOK LIST (2020-2021)
“POSSESSION” BY A.S. BYATT
Marc Greenberg
The best of readers sometimes discover books that are either too long or too difficult
to get through. It may be the subject matter, language, pacing, plot, or vocabulary.
Don’t be discouraged, you’re not alone. Challenge your mind with a deep analysis of
Possession by A.S. Byatt (ISBN-13: 978-0679735908). Please read Chapters 1-11 for the
1st class. The schedule is as follows: Chapters 1-11 (Oct. 21); Chapters 12-21 (Oct. 28);
Chapters 22-28 and the postscript (Nov. 4) and the final discussion (Nov. 18).
10 a.m. – 12 noon 4 sessions
October 21 – November 18 Fee: $120
(No class November 11)
6417. SOME HISTORY YOU OUGHT TO KNOW
Marc Greenberg
If we have learned from the past, then over the centuries we should have accumulated
so much knowledge that war, poverty, injustice, and immorality ought not to exist. Some
historians declare that everything repeats itself. Perhaps history reveals the present.
What is your perspective? Our schedule is: Why Study History? with a focus on Martin
Luther King Jr. (Oct. 21); Native American Treatment (Oct. 28), with a focus on The Trail
of Tears and the Osage Murders; Uncle Teddy (Roosevelt) and his Niece Eleanor (Nov.
4); and Christopher Columbus: Hero or Villain? (Nov. 18).
1 – 3 p.m. 4 sessions
October 21 – November 18 Fee: $120
(No class November 11)
6418. ROBERT MOSES: HERO OR VILLAIN?
Howard Ehrlich and Harvey Sackowitz
Robert Moses was once a very powerful man in New York State, second only to the
governor himself. He was the man who was responsible for building New York’s tunnels,
bridges, parks, parkways and even the World’s Fair. Some people called him a genius and
others called him a tyrant. Which one was he? We will leave it up to you to decide.
10 – 11:30 a.m. 1 session
October 28 Fee: $30
6419. EASTER ISLAND: THE LAND OF THE MOAI
Dr. John T. Tanacredi
Easter Island, lying some 2,400 miles off the coast of Chile, is most famous for its gigantic
stone statues, or moai, which litter the island. Dr. Tanacredi has written a book on four
scientific expeditions published in 2003, as a research scientist with the National Park
Service in collaboration with the Chilean National Park Service. He will discuss the changes,
advances and the continuing ecological and sociological concerns there to this day.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
November 18 Fee: $30
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256420. FREE SPEECH AND THE CONSTITUTION
James Coll
Despite the absolutist wording of the amendment excerpted above, the Supreme Court
ruled in a 1919 decision that free speech does not “protect a man in falsely shouting fire
in a theater and causing a panic.” As a consequence, the government routinely makes
laws preventing people from speaking or expressing themselves in every instance
without recourse. So if free speech is not an absolute right, then when are government
restrictions permitted? In this series, circumstances and other landmark Supreme Court
decisions will be discussed to analyze the challenge of balancing this important civil
liberty and public safety in America.
12:30 – 2:30 p.m. 3 sessions
December 2 – December 16 Fee: $90
6421. THE CAREER AND FILMS OF MARTIN SCORSESE
Greg Blank
Director Martin Scorsese has produced some of the most memorable films in cinematic
history. This lecture will feature interview clips as well as snippets from classic films,
including Taxi Driver (1976), Raging Bull (1980), Goodfellas (1990), The Departed (2006),
and The Irishman (2019). We will examine the career, style, and cinematic techniques, as
well as the subjects and motifs, of one of the greatest directors of all time.
10-11:30 a.m. 1 session
December 9 Fee: $30
6422. THEY PAID ME IN SUNSETS AND VISTA:
MY CAREER IN THE NATIONAL PARKS SERVICE
Dr. John T. Tanacredi
Dr. John Tanacredi spent 30 years in federal service of which 23 were with the National
Park Service. He will discuss case studies associated with the first urban National Park
Unit, Gateway National Recreation Area from the perspective of his position as Chief
of Natural Resource Management and his responsibilities as Supervisory Research
Ecologist studying the dynamics and health of urban estuarine ecosystems. These case
studies are included in his most recent (2019) book, “The Redesigned Earth.”
10 a.m. – 12 noon 1 session
December 16 Fee: $30
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6423. UNDERSTANDING THE PRESIDENCY
James Coll
The presidency was created by Article II of the Constitution. We will analyze the intent
of the Framers regarding the Chief Executive. Topics include the Constitution’s textual
articulation of the office, how the electoral college is designed to work and a history of
laws related to presidential succession.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 3 sessions
September 10 – September 24 Fee: $90
6424. A LOOK BACK AT 70 YEARS OF TV NEWS
Dr. Brian Rose
With the advent of the Camel News Caravan with John Cameron Swayze in 1948,
evening newscasts drew tens of millions of viewers nightly. Walter Cronkite became
the anchor of the CBS Evening News in 1963 and earned the title of “the most trusted
man in America.” Anchors on the other networks like Chet Huntley, David Brinkley,
Frank Reynolds and Peter Jennings, were considered well-paid sources of reliable,
“objective” news. In 1980, CNN expanded news coverage to 24 hours a day, seven
days a week. In 1996, TV news would change once again with the launch of two new
24/7 cable channels: MSNBC and the Fox News Channel. Join Dr. Brian Rose for a
front row seat to the evolution of news coverage.
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 1 session
September 10 Fee: $30
6425. FROM THE JAZZ SINGER TO A STAR IS BORN:
A HISTORY OF THE MOVIE MUSICAL
Dr. Brian Rose
As soon as movies could talk, the movie musical would evolve to embrace every type
of performance, from operatta to rock and soul, from tap to ballet, and every type of
format, from Broadway hits to original creations, from composers like Cole Porter, George
Gershwin, and Irving Berlin. This presentation will look at the fascinating history of this
unique format, and include more than 30 excerpts, featuring artists like Fred Astaire, Judy
Garland, the Nicholas Brothers, Busby Berkeley, Gene Kelly, and the Beatles.
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 1 session
September 17 Fee: $30
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276426. ART MAKERS AND RULE BREAKERS:
ITALY’S IMPRESSIONISTS AND FUTURISTS
Valerie Franco
Join Val Franco in her continuing series on the troublemakers and innovators in the
art world. This series will honor Italian Heritage Month with a new exploration of art
in Italy from the mid-nineteenth century to today. We will move from representational
Impressionist artists such as Silvestro Lega and Telemaco Signorini to Italian Futurism,
Italian Cubism, and the abstract art movement in Italy today.
12:30 – 3:30 p.m. 5 sessions
September 17 – October 22 Fee: $120
(No class October 1)
6427. I READ THE NEWS TODAY, OH BOY: ANALYSIS AND
HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES ON CURRENT EVENTS PART I
Philip Nicholson
Philip Nicholson will discuss international and national news stories with insight into what
makes them important in the world of today. He brings to this class his years of expertise
as a State University of New York Distinguished Professor who taught history, political
science, and geography. He also is the author of numerous books and articles, and his
research has been cited in the works of many scholars, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning
Edmund Morris in his Rise of Theodore Roosevelt.
1 – 2:30 p.m. 7 sessions
September 17 – October 29 Fee: $170
6428. WORLD WAR ONE: WIDELY KNOWN,
BUT RARELY UNDERSTOOD
Anthony Edward Major
Except for the invasion of the Huns and the spread of the Black Plague, World War I brought
on violence and suffering on a scale never before experienced. While the United States took
a relatively minor role in the conflagration, this course will review the de-civilizing shock of
this War in its far-reaching and long-lasting effects. An investigation of the particular effects
on both the United States and Great Britain will be given primary focus.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 3 sessions
October 1 – October 15 Fee: $90
6429. THE ROYAL ENGLISH HOUSES OF LANCASTER AND YORK
Anthony Edward Major
The Royal Houses of Lancaster and York were intertwined by blood and marriage and were
ruled by name for over 240 years. Their blood line even extends to the ruling Queen of Great
Britain, Elizabeth II. However, we really only know Lancaster and York through the War of the
Roses. This lecture will explore palace intrigue and a cast of characters who plotted for political
influence in the royal houses, only to occasionally find success, but more often their own demise.
10 a.m. – 12 noon 4 sessions
November 5 – December 3 Fee: $100
(No class November 26)
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286430. ELECTION OUTCOME AND THE STATE OF THE NATION
Philip Nicholson
No one in the history of our country has experienced an election year as filled with
uncertainty, partisanship, and (to top it off) the added colossal disruption of customary
life brought on by the pandemic and the economic tsunami that accompanied it. Only
Abraham Lincoln’s election by little more than 40% of the popular vote cast in 1860
reached comparable heights of divisiveness. Today’s presentation will probe the results
of the election and seek to fathom what they might mean for the future of our country’s
democracy and the world.
1 – 2:30 p.m. 1 session
November 12 Fee: $30
6431. ART’S BAD BOYS AND GIRLS: SCANDALS, VANDALS,
FORGERS AND THIEVES
Valerie Franco
Back with her continuing series on the art world’s most controversial figures, art historian Val
Franco takes us on a journey from Renaissance Italy to contemporary London with various
stops in Paris, Germany and New York. An exploration of some of the most notorious figures
in the art world - the buyers and sellers, this course will lead us from Vasari to Beltracchi,
Jeff Koons to Banksy, with a look at the important role that art connoisseurs and the great
auction houses play in nudging art collections in certain directions.
12:30 - 3:30 p.m. 4 sessions
November 12 – December 17 Fee: $100
(No class November 26 and December 3)
6432. I READ THE NEWS TODAY, OH BOY: ANALYSIS AND
HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES ON CURRENT EVENTS PART II
Philip Nicholson
Philip Nicholson will discuss international and national news stories with insight into what
makes them important in the world of today. He brings to this class his years of expertise as
a State University of New York Distinguished Professor who taught history, political science,
and geography. He also is the author of numerous books and articles, and his research
has been cited in the works of many scholars, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning Edmund
Morris in his Rise of Theodore Roosevelt.
1 – 2:30 p.m. 3 sessions
December 3 – December 17 Fee: $90
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