In the early days of the American Republic the question of Greek Independence was one of the major issues of the day, frequently standing as a proxy for America's own tumultuous internal politics. This included the debate of slavery, where the Turkish occupation of Greek lands was often used as neutral stand-in for the topic […]
Location: Between 1204 and 1669, Crete (the largest Greek island) was under the control of the Republic of Venice, an upstart maritime power now most remembered for its role in the Italian Renaissance. And Crete was an important part of Venice's late medieval and early modern cultural flourishing. Join this NHM Discussion to learn more […]
Virtuální informační panel se zástupci MŠMT na téma “Zápisy do kmenových škol” Duben je za rohem a s ním i zápisy do kmenových škol! Mnoho českých rodičů v zahraničí přemýšlí, zda své dítě zapsat či nezapsat. Pokud ano, jakým způsobem a do jaké školy? Musí dítě žijící v zahraničí přijmout? Musí jezdit na přezkoušení či […]
Topic: Imaginary Friendship”: John Adams and Jonathan Sewall and their American Revolution Presenter: Professor Dr. Colin Nicolson F.R.Hist.S., Editor of the Bernard Papers, Faculty of Arts and Humanities: History and Politics, University of Stirling, Scotland Select Books: Imaginary Friendship in the American Revolution: John Adams and Jonathan Sewall. Nicolson C & Dudley Edwards O. (Routeledge, New York and London), 2018. The ‘Infamas […]
LINK TO BE ANNOUNCED ENLACE A SER ANNUNCIADO Las tortugas se reconocen fácilmente por su caparazón óseo y cartilaginoso. Esta carcasa súper resistente actúa como un escudo para protegerlas de los depredadores: ¡algunas tortugas pueden incluso meter la cabeza dentro de su caparazón para una protección adicional! ¡Únase a nosotros mientras exploramos más sobre las […]
Celebrate Pulaski Day virtually with the Polish Museum of America (PMA) on Monday, March 6, 2023. Zapraszamy na wirtualne obchody Dnia Pułaskiego, które odbędą się w poniedziałek, 6 marca 2023 r. w Muzeum Polskim w Ameryce (MPA).
Scandinavian Jam, where we practice what we teach. Join Mary Allsopp and Paul Tyler online on the first and third Sunday of every month. Enjoy an afternoon of traditional roots music. We teach by ear, review and share tunes. We are happy to take suggestions and love meeting new people. It?s a friendly group and […]
In February we will be making stew and variations of the Swedish Lenten bun “Semla.” For this online class you will receive the recipe in advance. You can then either cook alongside or watch and try later. It is an interactive Zoom so you will be able to ask questions. Cost is $10. Use PayPal […]
Information will be available shortly. Cost is free for Swedish American Genealogical Society members; $10 for non-members to participate (use PayPal button below). Reservations for members can be made via email to [email protected] or by calling the Museum at 773.728.8111.
Location: Join the National Hellenic Museum’s Virtual Book Club! Facilitated by NHM's Resident Scholar Dr. Katherine Kelaidis, each month the NHM Virtual Book Club chooses a book that is either inspired by the Hellenic legacy or by a Greek American author (and sometimes both!). Then we gather to discuss the book on Zoom. Book Club […]
On February 23rd, join TIES for a special reading and conversation with Kai Minosh Pyle! Kai was one of the first TIES readers, and they are returning to share their new work. Kai is a 2spirit Métis and Baawiting Anishinaabe writer originally from Green Bay, Wisconsin. Currently living in the once and future prairielands known […]
Scandinavian Jam, where we practice what we teach. Join Mary Allsopp and Paul Tyler online on the first and third Sunday of every month. Enjoy an afternoon of traditional roots music. We teach by ear, review and share tunes. We are happy to take suggestions and love meeting new people. It’s a friendly group and […]
Topic: Robert the Bruce, King of Scotland Presenter: Bruce S. Allardice, J.D., Instructor Social & Behavioral Science, History, Political Science, South Suburban College, South Holland, Illinois This event is complimentary. To attend, please RSVP below
CYKLUS ONLINE WORKSHOPŮ PRO UČITELE ČEŠTINY naší kolegyně Kristýny Horáčkové láká čím dál tím větší počet účastníků nejen ze Severní Ameriky (na druhý workshop se přihlásilo 26 učitelů češtiny). Třetí (a zatím) poslední workshop na téma JAK NA ONLINE VÝUKU DĚTÍ A DOSPĚLÝCH proběhne ve čtvrtek 9. února. Rezervační formulář zveřejníme o víkendu na webu: […]
Enjoy traditional Native American stories about nature & learn about the role of storytelling in Indigenous culture virtually with the Morton Arboretum & Trickster Cultural Center. $10 Morton Arboretum member / $17 guest. Age: 16 and older. Purchase Zoom Access Here: https://bit.ly/3kzeg5Q
Join us for a roundtable conversation exploring ideas for a renewed LaSalle Street corridor, which currently finds itself at a crossroads. How does an austere financial district transform into a vibrant 24-hour neighborhood, and who will call this neighborhood home? In many ways, the fate of the LaSalle Street corridor and the broader downtown are […]
Through the years, the land and water around Chicago have been radically altered. In 1900, the river was reversed. Meanwhile, Michigan Avenue by Grant Park used to be lakefront property! Join us as we explore the ebb and flow of our celebrated lake and river. Standing at upper Wacker Drive and Columbus, it’s always astonishing […]
Join us for a virtual roundtable conversation exploring ideas for a renewed LaSalle Street corridor, which currently finds itself at a crossroads. How does an austere financial district transform into a vibrant 24-hour neighborhood, and who will call this neighborhood home? In many ways, the fate of the LaSalle Street corridor and the broader downtown […]
Through the years, the land and water around Chicago have been radically altered. In 1900, the river was reversed. Meanwhile, Michigan Avenue by Grant Park used to be lakefront property! Join us for a virtual presentation as we explore the ebb and flow of our celebrated lake and river. Standing at upper Wacker Drive and […]
Renowned printer and type designer Russell Maret will discuss the creation and use of script fonts, past and present, with Jill Gage, curator of the exhibition A Show of Hands: Handwriting in the Age of Print. SPEAKERS Russell Maret is a letter designer and letterpress printer working in New York City. Jill Gage is the Newberry’s Custodian of […]