Join us in conversations about 21st century-living. These are forums, presentations, and interviews that tackle issues both hyper-local and global with experts from a variety of fields.

 

An Evening with Baratunde Thurston

Saturday, February 7, 2026

• The Historic Theater

The Emmy-nominated comedian, writer, and podcaster has worked at The Onion and The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, and hosted the travelogue series PBS’ America Outdoors. His book, How to Be Black, is part satirical self-help, part memoir, and became a New York Times bestseller. Join us for an inspiring evening, covering topics like engaging in your community, being one with nature, and living with AI and technology.

[RESCHEDULED] The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes

Saturday, February 21, 2026

• The Historic Theater

PLEASE NOTE: Due to a scheduling conflict, The Princess Bride: An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes event has been rescheduled to Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 7:30PM. After a screening of the iconic movie The Princess Bride, actor and star Cary Elwes (Westley) will engage in a moderated discussion revealing never before shared secrets and tales of inconceivable antics!

A Conversation with Dr. Temple Grandin

Friday, June 12, 2026

• The Historic Theater

An animal scientist and autism self-advocate, Dr. Temple Grandin is a pioneer in improving the welfare of farm animals and speaking on neurodiversity through her unique perspective as a visual thinker on the autism spectrum.