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FROM LIBERTY TO LEGACY: EXPLORING AMERICAN IDEALS IN THE MUSICALS 1776 AND HAMILTON
Michael LangloisMichael LangloisOn September 18th, SSILL welcomed Michael Langlois to talk about two important musicals that share a common story about our history of becoming a nation. Michael is a theatre artist who has directed many productions throughout New England.This presentation provided...
Opening Day – Fall Semester 2026
Opening day for the SSILL Fall semester was on 9/8. The U.S. Coast Guard Brass Quintet from New London provided an entertaining and informative concert for the membership.
SSILL OPENS DOORS TO GREATER COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT!
What prompts environmental activity by a retired art teacher, sending her out to scan the frigid shoreline of Hammonasset beach during the winter of 2025-26?
THE HERO’S JOURNEY: FROM NAVAJO SANDPAINTING CEREMONIES TO TIBETAN THANGKAS
A study on the similarities between the Navaho and Tibetan people through their use of Sandpainting as ceremonial and healing process.
PASSION, POWER, AND REVENGE: THE RISE OF VERISMO OPERA
Verismo Opera is a late 19th century Italian operatic movement that includes raw, passionate, and even violent stories of everyday people.
HOW DOGS EXPERIENCE THE WORLD THROUGH THEIR SENSES
A presentation about the highly developed senses dogs possess and how some breeds are trained to detect medical issues, narcotics and more.
BUMBLE BEE BIOLOGY, ECOLOGY, AND CONSERVATION NEEDS
An informative talk about the plight of the Bumble Bee, what is happening due to climate change, and how we can help.
THE FUTURE OF CARING
A talk about how companies market Health and Wellness products and services. Paco also talked about the changes that are helping people access care in a more timely fashion.
HEART OF THE CITY: THE NEW HAVEN GREEN
A talk about the New Haven Green, its history over the past 400 years and the many transitions it has gone through time.
Monarch Butterfly Biology, Ecology, and Conservation Needs
The amazing life cycle and migration of the Monarch Butterfly. A talk about these beautiful Butterflies and why their population has been declining.
Food and War in Japan
Rosa Mo, Ed.D, RD Rosa Mo, Ed.D, RD On November 25th, SSILL welcomed back Rosa Mo, Ed.D, RD by popular demand. Rosa was a presenter last spring, and the membership was pleased that she returned to speak about hunger in Japan during World War II. Rosa is a retired Chair of Nutrition Sciences from...
A Special THANK YOU!
A talk about how the Jewish community both prospered and failed from World War I until the end of the Second World War.
HUMANITARIAN AID TO WAR RAVAGED UKRAINE
A talk about the New Haven, CT Ukrainian American Humanitarian Aid Fund and their fundraising which has provided $9.5 million in aid to Ukraine. The country is in dire need for medical supplies and equipment.
ACTING WITH EMILY D
A one-woman performance of Emily Dickenson in the “The Belle of Amherst” by performer Julie Fitzpatrick. The play was written by William Luce in 1976. The play was written by William Luce in 1976.
SHARKS IN LONG ISLAND SOUND
Sharks we have in our waters of Long Island Sound include the Sand Tiger Shark, Dusky Shark, Smooth Dogfish, Spiny Dogfish, and the Sandbar Shark. Sharks are not particularly interested in humans, and some of the fears we have of them are are based on myths.
Together, We Can Help!
We are part of the Community. SSILL is concerned for the adults and children who are being deprived of their SNAP benefits during our government’s lockdown. Many in our local towns rely on this benefit for groceries each month. At our November 4th program we are asking each one to bring...
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.
Bhutan: A Kingdom in a Modern World
All about Bhutan, a small Himalayan kingdom. Its farm life, diet, religion, clothing, industry, wildlife, health care, etc. Bhutan sounds like a truly exceptional place rich in culture and family values.
CREATING MEMORABLE BUILDINGS AND SPACES
Mitchell gave a fascinating talk focusing on Concept Design, Schematic Design, and Design Development.
SHOPPING IN A POST PANDEMIC WORLD
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.
