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The tumultuous relationships of the United States both beginning from an early time with Islamic countries and from the 20th Century with Palestine, Israel, some-time friends & sometime foes have seen America involved in wars, political divisions, Cold War tensions and even the brink(s) of world nuclear catastrophes. Join Historian Chet Caskey for an in-depth look at the historical players and issues on both sides that have caused the United States – and many other countries – so much tension.
Note: Students have the option to attend in person at the Corbin Art Center or online via Zoom. Zoom links are typically sent out two days prior to class. Class will not meet 5/25.
Instructor: Chet Caskey
Fee: $79.00
Class Number: 39286
Capacity Remaining: 15
Dates: 4/13/2026 - 6/8/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Days: M
Building: Corbin Art Center (opens in new tab)
Room: Gallery
Hybrid: This class can be attended in person or online. If attending class online, students must have computer with audio and video to participate.
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The 16 years of the Early Cold War in the United States was a time of extreme anxiety over the possibility of a nuclear fueled continuation of World War II coupled with the turbulent beginnings of social changes from Rock `n Roll to desegregation, and in the economic field a period of great American industrial expansion domestically and overseas. In post-WWII America, most veterans could have a job, a car and a home of their own, or at least believed that with hard work they could. Join popular historian Chet Caskey as we re-explore the 1950's.
Online: This class is offered in live, instructor-led, real-time sessions in a virtual classroom environment. Students must attend class online during the class dates and times listed above. Must have computer with audio and video to participate.
Class Notes: Each class is a standalone student experience with no prerequisites for a complete learning activity. Zoom link will be provided two days prior to class.
Instructor: Chet Caskey
Fee: $59.00
Class Number: 37502
Capacity Remaining: 15
Date(s): 4/15/2026 - 6/3/2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Day(s): W
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THIS CLASS IS FULL
Click "Add to Waitlist" below or call Non-Credit Registration at 509.533.8500 to be contacted if a spot in the class opens and/or if another section is added.
The 16 years of the Early Cold War in the United States was a time of extreme anxiety over the possibility of a nuclear fueled continuation of World War II coupled with the turbulent beginnings of social changes from Rock `n Roll to desegregation, and in the economic field a period of great American industrial expansion domestically and overseas. In post-WWII America, most veterans could have a job, a car and a home of their own, or at least believed that with hard work they could. Join popular historian Chet Caskey as we re-explore the 1950's. CLASS IS FULL. Click the "Add to Waitlist" button below.
Instructor: Chet Caskey
Fee: $69.00
Class Number: 37494
Date(s): 4/15/2026 - 6/3/2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Day(s): W
Location: Rockwood South Hill (opens in new tab) Theater
Each class is a standalone student experience with no prerequisites for a complete learning activity.
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The 16 years of the Early Cold War in the United States was a time of extreme anxiety over the possibility of a nuclear fueled continuation of World War II coupled with the turbulent beginnings of social changes from Rock `n Roll to desegregation, and in the economic field a period of great American industrial expansion domestically and overseas. In post-WWII America, most veterans could have a job, a car and a home of their own, or at least believed that with hard work they could. Join popular historian Chet Caskey as we re-explore the 1950's.
Class Notes: Each class is a standalone student experience with no prerequisites for a complete learning activity.
Instructor: Chet Caskey
Fee: $79.00
Class Number: 37558
Capacity Remaining: 23
Date(s): 4/16/2026 - 6/4/2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Day(s): Th
Location: Corbin Art Center (opens in new tab) Gallery
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Join us as we continue to delve into The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens, his first major novel. Also known as The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club, this work captivated the nation. By the time Dickens introduced the comic character Sam Weller, the public was begging for more.
Class Notes: Required text: The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens. Class will not meet 4/30.
Instructor: Tom Robinette
Fee: $39.00
Class Number: 37565
Capacity Remaining: 9
Date(s): 4/9/2026 - 5/28/2026
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Day(s): Th
Location: Spokane Community College (opens in new tab) Walter S. Johnson Sports Center Bldg 5 Rm 147
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This course takes a look at the history of this unique spirit in order to reveal insights into a web of connections that span across time (Arab scholars in medieval Baghdad to modern global multinational corporations), geography (from the Highlands of Scotland to the cornfields of Kentucky), and social mores (from teetotalers pushing for Prohibition to the speakeasies that thwarted it!). Take an eclectic journey across time and space with a dram of an exquisite beverage.
Class Notes: Class will be held at Dry Fly Distillery 1021 W Riverside Ave, Spokane, WA 99201. Spirits will not be consumed during class time.
Instructor: Dan Bisbee PhD
Fee: $9.00
Class Number: 38985
Capacity Remaining: 13
Date(s): 4/15/2026 - 4/15/2026
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Day(s): W
Location: See Class Note for location information.
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