The monthly Restless Minds discussion group will meet on Tuesday, November 13 – one week after the mid-term elections. By then, we will know the makeup of Congress for the next two years, as well as thousands of state and local offices that have a direct impact on our lives. The discussion group will…
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Clubs & Classes, October 2018
Election is focus for Restless Minds discussion
Bill Gates It happens every two years: The upcoming election is labelled to “most important” or “most consequential” of our lifetimes. This year, it may be true. The Restless Minds discussion group will explore the issues, key personalities and implications of this year’s elections when it meets on Tuesday, October 9. The group meets…
November 2017
Restless Minds: What is patriotism?
Bill Gates The pro football season delivered a knock-down battle when numerous players “took a knee” during playing of the National Anthem. At its next meeting, the Restless Minds discussion group will explore the treacherous minefield of expressions of patriotism and freedom of speech. The discussion will be held from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November…
Clubs & Classes, May 2017
Restless Minds will look into “Bucket Lists”
Bill Gates The “Bucket List”—a list of things you want to accomplish before you die—has become a popular concept in recent years. Numerous books with bucket list suggestions have appeared. And there was the popular 2007 Rob Reiner movie starring Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman. The Restless Minds discussion group will dip into bucket lists…
Clubs & Classes, January 2017
Propaganda will be Restless Minds topic
Bill Gates Propaganda seems to flourish today. We are simply buried in misinformation. The Restless Minds group will discuss this trend during its January meeting. The group will meet from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 10 in the Sewing Room of Oakwood’s Arts and Crafts Center. Restless Minds is a discussion group receptive to all…
Clubs & Classes, December 2016
Restless Minds will consider ways to reconcile
Bill Gates The 2016 presidential election campaign was filled with invective. One candidate was accused of being a crook and a liar. The other was labelled a misogynist and racist. Supporters of the candidates were painted with unflattering words, the most memorable of which was “deplorables.” So where do we go from here? How can…