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The second pandemic of plague, better known as the Black Death, arrived in Europe in 1348, but this wasn’t its only appearance. Frequent plague epidemics continued into the early-modern period but then ceased altogether. Why? This class will explore the many contending arguments historians have offered to explain the disappearance of plague from Europe.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 36
Dates: 11/17/2026 - 11/17/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Tu
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Instructor: Nan McMurry
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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Gary Doster has amassed what he believes is the most extensive collection of antique Georgia postcards—many of which are the only images extant of now-demolished buildings. He will share a selection of these postcards along with stories and history of the people and places related to them. His vast knowledge of Georgia history, including that of Confederates, slaves, and Native Americans, will make the past come alive.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 37
Dates: 11/16/2026 - 11/16/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: M
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Instructor: Gary Doster
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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This class is sponsored by Patricia Dixen in appreciation of the OLLI@UGA Marketing Committee
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Until the invention of the printing press, every copy of every text had to be written out by hand – hours of painstaking work. Over the centuries, and countries, how a manuscript was put together changed, allowing us a glimpse into how information disseminated across time and space. This class will over a brief overview of the study of Paleography – concentrating on a couple of interesting examples, including why Moses has horns.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 40
Dates: 10/28/2026 - 10/28/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Sessions: 1
Days: W
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Instructor: Timothy Meehan
Building: UGA Campus at Gwinnett
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Attendees will have a hands-on experience making homemade pasta with flour, water, eggs, and a pinch of salt. We will produce a dough that will be flattened and cut into different shapes, cooked and then served with a classic Roman carbonara sauce (made with eggs and cured pork). Feel free to BYOB to enjoy with your pasta meal.
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Fee: $34.00
Capacity Remaining: -5
Dates: 11/13/2026 - 11/13/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: F
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Instructor: Mattia Pistone
Building: Off Site (opens in new tab)
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Please see receipt note for address/parking details.
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This 61st art spectacular in Venice has 80 country pavilions, 30 of which are in permanent buildings, and an additional 111 invited artists. This doesn't include about 20 collateral exhibits where major galleries and artists just show up! The U.S. pavilion features artist Alma Allen highlighting large-scale, site-responsive, and transformative sculptural works. Not a travel log, this session will present as much of this art as the presenter managed to visit.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 29
Dates: 9/3/2026 - 9/3/2026
Times: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Th
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Instructor: Bill Loughner
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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This class is sponsored by John Songster in honor of Nancy Songster
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Church and other religious-organization records are among the richest—and most underused—sources for both genealogical and historical research. From baptisms and marriages to burials, membership lists, and minutes, these records place individuals within families, congregations, and communities. In this session, we’ll explore the wide range of records available, where to find them, and how to interpret the clues they contain. Learn how to use these “pew and page” resources to uncover relationships, track life events, and better understand the historical context that shaped your ancestors’ lives.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 20
Dates: 11/13/2026 - 11/13/2026
Times: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: F
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Instructor: Laura Carter
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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Church and other religious-organization records are among the richest—and most underused—sources for both genealogical and historical research. From baptisms and marriages to burials, membership lists, and minutes, these records place individuals within families, congregations, and communities. In this session, we’ll explore the wide range of records available, where to find them, and how to interpret the clues they contain. Learn how to use these “pew and page” resources to uncover relationships, track life events, and better understand the historical context that shaped your ancestors’ lives.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 100
Dates: 11/13/2026 - 11/13/2026
Times: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: F
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Instructor: Laura Carter
Building: Online via Zoom
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As many Southerners do, Rebecca has loved pimento cheese her entire life. Learn how this quintessential Southern food is weaved into Georgia’s history and allure. You’ll now know the answers to how pimento cheese started in New York but became a quintessential food of the South. Rebecca will share how she came to learn first-hand the most fascinating chapters of pimento cheese history at the Masters. And you’ll walk away with ideas to work pimento cheese into your fall entertaining. Everyone has a pimento cheese story and Rebecca would love to hear yours. We’ll have time for questions and sharing. Rebecca's new book, Pimento Cheese, will be on sale after the talk and Rebecca will be available for signing.
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Fee: $40.00
Capacity Remaining: 49
Dates: 10/27/2026 - 10/27/2026
Times: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Tu
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Instructor: Rebecca Lang
Building: Trumps Catering (opens in new tab)
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The treatment of prisoners of war is historically a very sad subject. Of all the Americans who have been held as POWs, few have had such bad treatment as those patriots held during the American Revolution. An estimated 25,000 Americans were captured as prisoners of war, with around 18,000 dying in captivity due to neglect and poor conditions. As we commemorate our 250th anniversary, it is important to understand these historical contexts that shed light on the broader implications of warfare and treatment of captured soldiers. The experiences of these POWs remain a poignant chapter in American history. Fred Boyles’ extensive knowledge of this part of the revolution will expand your understanding of our country’s history.
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Fee: $40.00
Capacity Remaining: 54
Dates: 9/1/2026 - 9/1/2026
Times: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Tu
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Instructor: Fred Boyles
Building: Trumps Catering (opens in new tab)
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As international attention to endangered populations of plants and animals has grown over the past few decades, so too has interest in ‘endangered’ languages. Out of the nearly 7,000 languages spoken around the globe, almost 10% are ‘moribund’—or nearly extinct. In this course, we will explore the phenomenon of language loss, a process that has had a long and complicated history in communities around the world. We will discuss issues such as language policy and linguistic activism, exploring how even in local communities in Georgia, linguistic discrimination continues to be a source of language prejudice among speakers of other languages and dialects. The course materials will include a variety of readings and videos with the objective of exposing students to issues of language preservation. No background in global languages or linguistics is necessary.
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Fee: $32.00
Capacity Remaining: 38
Dates: 8/20/2026 - 10/15/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Sessions: 3
Days: Th
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Instructor: Chad Howe
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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As international attention to endangered populations of plants and animals has grown over the past few decades, so too has interest in ‘endangered’ languages. Out of the nearly 7,000 languages spoken around the globe, almost 10% are ‘moribund’—or nearly extinct. In this course, we will explore the phenomenon of language loss, a process that has had a long and complicated history in communities around the world. We will discuss issues such as language policy and linguistic activism, exploring how even in local communities in Georgia, linguistic discrimination continues to be a source of language prejudice among speakers of other languages and dialects. The course materials will include a variety of readings and videos with the objective of exposing students to issues of language preservation. No background in global languages or linguistics is necessary.
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Fee: $32.00
Capacity Remaining: 100
Dates: 8/20/2026 - 10/15/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Sessions: 3
Days: Th
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Instructor: Chad Howe
Building: Online via Zoom
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It turns out the vast majority of headaches, security issues, tech expenditures, and e-waste are preventable. This class will de-mystify and explain the IT industry in plain English. Topics to be explored include: core components of a computer/tablet; why antivirus software is obsolete; why software becomes more complicated every day; the four new threats—legalized spyware, preventing cryptolocker/ransomware/hostageware, update attacks, support scams. Also to be discussed: proper backup; make almost any computer last 15 years; save money on printing; slash Internet and mobile bills; and fake rental WiFi.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 98
Dates: 11/6/2026 - 11/6/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Sessions: 1
Days: F
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Instructor: Marc-Anthony Arena
Building: Online via Zoom
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This course will give an overview of state and local laws related to animal welfare, with a focus on companion animals but some discussion of wildlife as well. Participants will learn how to spot signs of neglect and abuse, how to report these concerns, and how to best help animals in our community.
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 40
Dates: 8/18/2026 - 8/18/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: Tu
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Instructor: Sherrie L. Hines
Building: River's Crossing (opens in new tab)
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On November 3, all 435 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives and 35 in the Senate will be up for re-election. Hundreds of local and state offices and issues will be settled. Turn-out in POTUS elections is around 60%. Mid-terms? Barely 40%! This mid-term may be more consequential than any recent election. So, let's dig into all the national issues, looking at how they rank—by party, affiliation, generation and region. We'll look at some of the better forecasts of results and we'll conduct our own on-line, in-class polls of issues/results. YES, we will forecast the House-Senate results by party!
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Fee: $14.00
Capacity Remaining: 98
Dates: 9/2/2026 - 9/2/2026
Times: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Sessions: 1
Days: W
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Instructor: Douglas Stowell
Building: Online via Zoom
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