Stony Creek Granite and The Statue of Liberty
The base of the Statue of Liberty was built using Stony Creek granite. The granite is also known for being used for the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge, The Smithsonian, and Columbia University.
SHOPPING IN A POST PANDEMIC WORLD
Presenter: Paco Underhill. Since 2020, the topic of how shopping in a post pandemic world has evolved. Gender and age now influence how we shop at the grocery store and online globally.
FOOD AND WAR
The focus of the presentation was on World War II and how the countries involved dealt with making sure there was enough food for their people.
Shirley Benjamin – Spotlight
Shirley brought the Great Decisions program to SSILL with sharp intellect, warmth and gracious leadership with great conversations and focus on how important issues around the world are being shaped.
The Holocaust as it unfolded in Italy.
The Italian Jewish Community was distinct, its origin traceable over 2000 years. The Holocaust had a monumental impact in Italy as well as the Roman Catholic Church.
Trip: Bus Tour of Historic Wethersfield, CT.
A tour of the historic homes in Wethersfield, Connecticut, including the Hurlburt-Dunham Museum, the Cove Warehouse, the Comstock Ferry Seed Company and lunch at the Heirloom Cafe.
