The Presbyterian Village North Series

Presbyterian Village North
8600 Skyline Drive, Dallas
(Just off Forest Lane, one mile east of Central Expressway)
(214) 355-9001

Jan 9 - An American In Paris
David McCollough’s new book, “"he Greater Journey,”"is certainly included in this presentation. What drew Americans to Paris in the early 1800’s? You’ll meet all of the fascinating characters.
Presenter: Rose-Mary Rumbley, author, teacher and lecturer

Jan 25 - "Beauty is Truth, Truth Beauty: the Genius of the Romantics-Keats and Shelley"
This line from Keats’s "Ode on a Grecian Urn" is one of the most enigmatic and fascinating lines in all English poetry. But what does it mean? We will begin with two masterworks of Romantic poetry. Shelley’s "Ozymandius" and Keats’s "Grecian Urn." Romanticism is considered with the power of nature, the power of the beautiful and the power of truth. We will look for these qualities in the Shelley and Keats poems – sourcing them like a thief going through the drawers of a jewelry box.
Presenter: Steve Lund, Chairman, Dept. of English, Dallas Lutheran School

Feb 13 - The Making of the Atomic Bomb
The story of the concept, the project, the engineering of the first atomic weapon is like a great mystery story, with the future of world domination at stake. We will look at the science involved in creating this weapon, the political implications, and most of all the scientists and engineers who worked their way together through a maze of new science from theory to practical application – all under wartime security. A fascinating adventure.
Presenter: Gayle Ross, world adventurer and travel writer

Feb 22 - The Battle of Antietam
The Battle of Gettysburg, specifically Picket’s Charge on the third day, is commonly called the “High Tide of the Confederacy.” This sobriquet may be better applied to the Battle of Antietam, fought almost a year earlier on September 17, 1862. Viewed from military, political and historical perspectives, Antietam has it all.
Presenter: Don Gates, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War

Mar 12 - Life Lessons I’ve Learned at the Movies
In this presentation enhanced with PowerPoint images and film clips, nationally known film critic Larry Ratliff discusses life lessons he’s discovered while sitting in darkened movie theaters. Here’s a hint: They range from silly to motivational.
Presenter: Larry Ratliff, film critic, film feature writer and interviewer

Mar 28 - Heroes in Myth, War, Movies and More
What makes a hero? We will look at heroes in mythology, religion, war, social activism, sports, movies and politics…and learn why it’s harder than ever to find a true hero.
Presenter: Chris Tucker, journalist, teacher, actor, and commentator for KERA 90.1 FM, National Public Radio

April 9 - The Gift of Aging Gracefully
What me old? I don’t think so! You have so much life within you – Now!! All too often we define ourselves by our physical or mental bodies. There is something more that exists within us. During our time together we will journey to an inner place that is ageless and timeless. It is a sensing, a deep knowing that exists within all of us regardless of age or health. All we need to do is be open to such a gift and receive it. Join me as we travel into this heavenly and blissful place of being.
Presenter: Andrew Schultz, licensed professional counselor

April 25 - The Voyages of Magellan
Magellan’s daring 3-year circumnavigation of the globe from 1519-1522 was a voyage into the “known unknown.” The story of these five ships and these 200 men is an odyssey of courage, obsession, starvation, violence and amazing adventure. This is not your childhood’s simple story of one man, but a rich, detailed view of this thrilling and terrifying venture that changed the history of the world.
Presenter: Gayle Ross, world adventurer and travel writer

May 14 - Hadley Richardson Hemingway
Using “The Paris Wife” by Paula McLain, as her major source, Arlene Colbert portrays Hadley Richardson, one of Ernest Hemingway’s four wives. He later wrote that he would have rather died than fallen in love with anyone but her. This presentation follows their whirlwind courtship, marriage, and life in the 20”s in Paris. They were the golden couple in the fabled Lost Generation that includes Gertrude Stein and F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald.
Presenter: Arlene Colbert, entertainer, book reviewer

May 23 - My Soul Music: Let the Good Times Roll Blues
These live performance lectures are all about blues and will include a look at and a listen to some of the most popular blues pieces and the artists who wrote/performed them. We also will examine the cultural influences on the development of blues, as well as how blues reflect the African American experience.
Presenter: Sherna Armstrong, Mezzo Soprano and lecturer