Billy Wilder is considered one of the greatest film directors of ‘The Golden Age of Hollywood’. His career spanned five decades, from the 1930s to the 1980s. Each month a famous Oscar-recipient movie will be shown. When: Wednesdays 10:30 – 12:00 noon,Where: Margate City Public LibraryInstructor: Arlene Halpern, Moderator
By popular demand Tom Chin once again offers his wisdom, insight, and knowledge of British theatre, film, and TV, along with the actors and actresses, producers, and directors who have made the British masters of stage and screen. Spend entertaining afternoons viewing films, TV and movie clips, and whatever else Tom decides to surprise the […]
Democracy is messy, and it's hard. It's never easy. – Robert Kennedy, Jr. A well-informed and educated voting population is the foundation of our Democracy. We provide a forum for a civil exchange of views on how to preserve, protect and defend our Constitutional Republic. We welcome all to participate as we deal with current […]
Frankly Feministis a collection of stories by women about women from different geographic areas, cultures, and points of view on universal themes, written from the early 20th through the 21st centuries. New and used books available at amazon.com and abebooks.com. Stories to be discussed in January will be emailed to registrants before class. Frankly Feminist, […]
Flash fiction are very short stories, usually 1,000 words or less. Participants read assigned pieces before class, and discuss them during each class session. We will read and discuss stories from the following book: Best Small Fictions 2024 edited by Amber Sparks, Alternating Current Press, 2024 & 2025 When:Thursdays 10:30 - 12:30 pmWhere: Margate City […]
Give yourself the gift of laughter and enjoyment and spend a morning with some of the funniest and most talented actors. Relax, view, then discuss iconic comedic films. They will amuse, inspire, entertain, and perhaps teach us. When:Tuesdays 10:30 - 12:30 pmWhere: Margate City Public LibraryModerator: Sondra Mandel
Our history of art continues with the Age of Romanticism, then explores the influence of the invention of the camera, watercolors, and tube paint. We will examine the daring of Impressionists and boldness of the Abstract artists, Fauves, Cubists and Surrealists, consider how these artists and their styles led to the work of the Pop […]
Documentaries employ video and film scenes, photographs and/or sounds of real people and actual events to create a particular story, viewpoint, message, or experience. Tom Chin presents a range of outstanding films on various topics, iconic documentaries created decades ago as well as recent productions. Tom’s choices captivate viewers and promote lively discussions. When: Wednesdays […]
Historical nonfiction is grounded in real-world events and people. While factual, this genre employs literary and narrative techniques to make the history captivating and thoughtprovoking for the reader. The book for January: The Professor and the Madman, by Simon Winchester When:Fridays 10:30 - 12:00 pm, Where: Margate City Public LibraryInstructor: Meryl Baer
By popular demand Tom Chin once again offers his wisdom, insight, and knowledge of British theatre, film, and TV, along with the actors and actresses, producers, and directors who have made the British masters of stage and screen. Spend entertaining afternoons viewing films, TV and movie clips, and whatever else Tom decides to surprise the […]
Andy Kahn is an Atlantic City composer, performer, and music instructor. Each month he will lead a fascinating interactive discussion on the lives and music of legendary 20th century American composers. Andy will play pieces from the composers and encourage class participation. Sing along if you like or simply listen for your entertainment pleasure! When: […]
Democracy is messy, and it's hard. It's never easy. – Robert Kennedy, Jr. A well-informed and educated voting population is the foundation of our Democracy. We provide a forum for a civil exchange of views on how to preserve, protect and defend our Constitutional Republic. We welcome all to participate as we deal with current […]