This presentation is an informative comedy presentation about Lucille Ball, the very first Queen of Comedy. Her life story is explored along with the history and creation of the "I Love Lucy" series. Lucille Ball's impact on the world of comedy will be highlighted along with details from the Lucy Desi Museum and Comedy Center in Jamestown N.Y.

Courage is where you find it…High in the skies over the Pacific…or…slogging in the muddy mountains of Italy. West Palm Beach graduate Commander David McCampbell was the US Navy’s most famous “Ace” in the Pacific in WWII, shooting down 34 Japanese planes and Commander of the Air Group on the carrier Essex. He set a record for shooting down 9 in one day. James Henry Mills, born near Mulberry Florida was often called the “Sgt. York of WWII.” His single-handed exploits in a battle defy any movie writer’s duplication. When called to be decorated, his fear was he would be court-martialed for losing his rifle during the battle. His life of hardship is a sobering tale of how some of our bravest fare.

Alan Turing was an early pioneer in computer science and artificial intelligence. He worked as a code breaker during WWII. Though he achieved much, his work was hidden as it was considered "classified." Later, his life was enmeshed in scandal and in the end took his own life. Recently, the United Kingdom, his home land, has recognized his achievements and contribution to the country by placing his likeness on the 50-pound currency note. We owe much to his work with the technology we use in our lives every day. In this class, we'll look at his work and contribution to the modern society.

Fiery American suffragette, Alice Paul lights a fire under the older women's leaders in Washington DC. President Wilson refuses to give all women the vote, but Paul is prepared to go to prison for her cause. Join us as we show this 2004 Docudrama, starring Hilary Swank as Alice Paul.

Participants will learn about the legends, facts, and fiction regarding the aboriginal people of Australia and the forming of a 'convict' colony into a great nation in this course.

The Evangelist John lived here. It was the home of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and within this city is the remains of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Discover the daily lives, religious practices, and rituals of the people who once lived in this magnificent city of white marble.

Women were not thought of as possible spies, they were too shy and sweet to do that dirty, distasteful, disreputable work. However, the Civil War was not the first time that females were employed in that occupation and will not be the last.

This program shows who did what, and for whom, on both sides of the Mason-Dixon line. Some were more successful than others, some were captured after a short run, and two of them were highly successful and never caught throughout the entire war.

This course explores the life of Galileo Galilei, an Italian natural philosopher, astronomer, and mathematician, who made fundamental contributions to the sciences of motion, astronomy, and more. His discoveries revolutionized astronomy, some of which eventually resulted in an Inquisition process against him. We’ll start with his early childhood, examine his amazing inventions, discoveries, and his trial for heresy.

The history of New Zealand and its people unfolds against a backdrop of amazing natural wonders. Discover the history and culture of New Zealand from the first Maori tribes, through the settlement by Europeans up until modern New Zealand, where life-threatening sports are an obsession.

Vikings were truly the most interesting traders, settlers, raiders and party goers of the dark ages. This presentation provides an in- depth view of Viking history including their mighty ships, their weapons, navigation, their food and even how they dressed for battle.

Few names resound through history like that of Julius Caesar. In this course, students will learn about the life, legend and enduring influence that he has had upon history and world events. Suitable for all ages and experience levels, this course seeks to offer something for everyone and provide a fun and engaging discussion of this pivotal leader and his impact on the world.

For years Florida Gator football slipped in and out of the mediocrity. Along came Miami born athlete, Steve Spurrier. He became a Heisman Trophy winner playing quarterback for the Gators. Steve’s story is one of football’s true examples of one man being the architect building a dynasty that has the foundation. His coaching genius and his ability to “coach um up” won SEC and National Championships. Learn about his brand of football, more importantly, learn about this exceptional man.

Movies and works of fiction have given a glorious sheen to the life of pirates. Learn the real truth about a pirate's life; the rules, the rewards, the punishments and even the food and beverages on offer.

This panhandle born girl rose from obscurity to be a giant in aviation and in business. Though not receiving the publicity that Amelia Earhart is accorded, she accomplished much, much more in a life filled with triumphs and heart break. At one point she held every woman’s aviation record, was instrumental in forming the WAAC (Woman’s Auxiliary Army Corps), the WASP (Woman’s Airforce Service Pilots), was an acclaimed test pilot, was the first woman pilot to break the sound barrier, and was the driving force in forming the first woman’s astronaut group.

Learn about the life of John F. Kennedy compiled by one who admired him and was inspired by "Camelot". Historical photos will survey Kennedy's life from PT-109 to the oval office, from Hyannis Port to Dallas.

The presentation will be done in "Kennedy's voice." Join us for this unique memorial to our 35th president.

Susan B. Anthony was an American social reformer who played a pivotal role in the women’s suffrage movement in the early 1900s. She also advocated for the abolition of slavery when she was only 17 years old. Join Dee Collier, in full costume, as she portrays this legendary historical character. Come ready to ask her questions about Anthony's life.

If musicians were to be asked, “Who are the three greatest composers?” there would be a variety of answers, but many would answer with the three Bs - Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms. Analogously, if mathematicians were to be asked, “Who are the three greatest mathematicians?” three would come to the top – Archimedes, Newton and Gauss. All three made deep, highly original contributions to theoretical mathematics with implications reaching far into the future, but what is more important their visionary ideas forever changed the way we understand our physical world. This class is a nontechnical introduction to their lives and work.