Jenni Gemillard The presentation, titled “Adak Alaska" …A Revisit to the past with Dad,” will reflect on a return journey to Adak, where the speaker’s father was stationed during the Cold War era.

Ric Neese In this interview from CBS Mornings, correspondent Steve Hartman and director Joshua Seftel discuss their Oscar-winning documentary short, All the Empty Rooms. The film memorializes children killed in school shootings by documenting the bedrooms they left behind—spaces preserved by their families as "sacred memorials." Breaking the Cycle of Numbness: Hartman reveals he started … Continue reading All the Empty Rooms – Steve Hartman – Ric Neese, Presenter →

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Dan Howard “I’m very ambitious,” Howard said. “I aim high.” Tall, buoyant and informal, with a disarming smile and rapid-fire way of speaking, Dan will create an exciting presentation of "Fun with Composers who Monetize." This promises to be a "Don't miss," event.

Lucinda Taylor Habitat for Humanity isn’t just a construction crew; it’s a global powerhouse of radical neighborliness. They operate on the belief that a roof over one’s head is the foundation for everything else—health, education, and financial stability. Here is a look at how they turn blueprints into breakthroughs: 1. Sweat Equity, Not Handouts Habitat … Continue reading Building Hope, One Brick at a Time: The Power of Radical Neighborliness – Lucinda Tayor, Presenter →

Kathleen Hackett What We’ll Discover Together In our session about the Hatfield Marine Science Center, we’ll be stepping into the heart of coastal innovation. Here is a look at what I’ll help you learn and experience: Hands-On Marine Science: You will get a front-row seat to the Pacific. I’ll show you how we use our … Continue reading Hatfield Marine Center -Kathleen Hackett, Presenter →

Krista Eddy The Lincoln City Cultural Center (LCCC) is on a mission to spark imagination and foster essential life skills in our local youth. From critical thinking to emotional intelligence, art education is a cornerstone of student development—and we’re bringing that energy directly to you! Discover the Impact Join Visual Arts Director Krista Eddy for … Continue reading Unleash Creativity: Youth Art at the Lincoln City Cultural Center – Krista Eddy, Presenter →

Ken Willett Ken has been in software development and technology for over 50 years. With degrees in Math, Physics, Computer Science and Systems Science, Ken was one of the founders of Mentor Graphics Corporation and founder of Ignis Systems Corporation. He is retired and currently lives in Portland. Here is an intriguing post based on … Continue reading From Math to Mind: A 50-Year Perspective on the Rise of AI – Ken Willett, Presenter →