Presenter: Sheila Alfson          Is Oregon Earthquake Country? Will we have a tsunami? Could the events that happened in Japan occur here at home? There is a great body of evidence that gives us that answer, and the first clues we have come from our coastline. See how this realization came to geologists and what is being done about it.

Presenter: John Lavrakas           This talk describes the What and Why of the amazing Global Positioning System, as well as the Wow, from its origins in the Sputnik days, through major events that took place in its development and acceptance, a look at the people who made it possible, and the applications that have transformed our world. The talk includes videos and photographs illustrating the technology and its beneficial effect on humanity.

Presenter: Brenda Luntzel            Aging is not a choice, however HOW we age is our choice. It is how we think, feel, act and live. Here is an in-depth presentation and discussion on 10 powerful tips on changing how we view and live as we age. The program comes from the International Council on Interactive Aging. There will be some mild activity involved during this presentation. Wearing flat closed-toed shoes is recommended.

Presenter: Betty Rogers          Many plants have the potential to produce dyes from their flowers, berries, stems, leaves and roots. The presentation will explore which garden plants and some wild plants produce attractive dyes. There will be samples of some dyed yarns, cotton and silk from different plant dyes for participants to examine.

Presenter: Lucinda Taylor          Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln County has a vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. You can help make this vision a reality. Lucinda Taylor, executive director, will talk about the work being done locally to support affordable housing for low-income families, including opportunities for the community to be a partner in this work.

Presenter: Colleen Weiler           Killer whales, also known as orcas, are perhaps the most widely recognized type of whale or dolphin in the world. With their distinctive black-and-white coloring, tall dorsal fins, & reputation as top predators, everyone knows what an orca is & how they live--or do we? Orcas aren't just the "wolves" of the sea," they live in incredibly close family groups, have life spans similar to ours,  and are one of the best examples…

Presenter: DebOrAh O. Baker          Experience the wisdom gained after an award-winning educator leaves her high school teaching position to journey to the heart of education, education of the heart. DebOrAh will guide you into the classroom of the future using strategies taught to her by a team of non-verbal autistics. Together, we will begin sourcing solutions to local community challenges. Audience participation will be encouraged.

Presenter: Ellen Klem          Every year, thieves and con artists cheat thousands of Oregonians out of their hard-earned money and valuable personal information. This presentation will help you stop the fraud before it starts and teach you how to alert others so they can avoid becoming victims. Please join us and spread the word to your family, neighbors and friends across the state, to help them become smarter consumers.