Some of Frost's most familiar poems concern manual labor: haying, repairing, and sawing, for instance.  We will discuss several of these poems, including "Mending Wall," to see what attitudes toward this work they express.

Perhaps no episode in modern history can match the Russian Revolution for high drama and long-term significance. We get: [1] a breathtaking narrative of events (two convulsive revolutions in a single year, followed by an epic civil war); [2] the clashes of major historic figures (Lenin, Trotsky and Stalin, just for starters!); and [3] consequences that, for good or ill, deeply influenced the course of the 20th century and beyond (without the threat of Communism…, no Fascism, or World War II, or Cold War, as we know them. And without Leninism as a model, no Maoist China).

Ready to begin—or reboot—your family history adventure? This three-session course (3 hours each) introduces the essential tools, records, strategies, and standards used in U.S. and international genealogy research. Through guided homework and hands-on exercises, you’ll build practical skills and make real progress on your own research. Class discussions at the start of sessions two and three let participants share discoveries and learn from one another. Advance readings and assignments are provided at least a week ahead. Because preparation is part of the experience, early registration is strongly encouraged.