Events

Ghost Stories. We’ve all heard them. Here is a small literary sampling of the genre from some of our best storytellers. Join the discussion as we try to unravel these tales, tease out their message, try on the authors’ rendition of a haunting presence, a lingering grief, a puzzle to be examined. What do the […]

Begin with (Teddy) Roosevelt, Taft and Wilson. Discuss Trust Busting, Square Deal, American Imperialism and World War I. Move to Harding, Coolidge, Hoover, (Franklin) Roosevelt and Truman. Discuss Prohibition, Roaring 20s, Stock Market Crash and Great Depression, The New Deal, World War II and the decision to drop the Atomic Bomb. 3 SESSIONS Click Here […]

If you meant to learn the piano years ago, the time has arrived! Join fellow beginners in the wonderful world of music at Brookdale's piano lab where you can learn to play your favorite songs. All you need to bring is a sense of adventure, a sense of humor and a pencil. Enrollment is limited. 4 SESSIONS […]

Today’s contemporary Irish authors are breathing new life into the country’s celebrated literary tradition and contributing to “an unexpected golden age of Irish prose writing.” Students will read a novel by a different author each month and participate in discussions moderated by the instructor. Classes take place once a month for a three-month period. The […]

Short stories, timeless in their magical ability to help us make human connections with an author, his or her narrative, with each other and with our life experience, will be read, discussed, and analyzed. Related videos will be shown. The stories and authors will lead to the same place, a place within us where learn […]

In 1801, subsequent to the Act of Union, the Parliament of Great Britain included 105 elected from Ireland. This arrangement continued until 1919 and continues still for Northern Ireland which now has a representation of 18 in the British Parliament. Examine the lives and contributions of ten Irish men and women who were elected to […]

Join two of our favorite scholars for a celebration and discussion of a shared heritage. Rabbi Susman and church historian Chris Bellitto will present a lively and intriguing presentation on the origins, similarities, and lasting connections between these two major religious holidays. Cake in celebration of a special March 16th birthday will be enjoyed together! […]

Start writing the next Netflix hit series! This introduction to writing stories in the scripted format includes plays, TV series, screenplays, and audio dramas. Story structure, character development, and marketing will be discussed. Students will have the opportunity to develop a short script in the course. 2 SESSIONS Click Here to Register

Amanda Thackray is a multidisciplinary ecofeminist artist and educator, based in Newark, NJ, whose practice sits at the intersection of craft, sculpture, and environmentally-based social practice. She is the recipient of an artist-in-residence at the Museum of Art and Design (MAD) in NYC, the NJ State Council on the Arts Individual Artist Fellowship in 2022, […]

Amanda Thackray is a multidisciplinary ecofeminist artist and educator, based in Newark, NJ, whose practice sits at the intersection of craft, sculpture, and environmentally-based social practice. She is the recipient of an artist-in-residence at the Museum of Art and Design (MAD) in NYC, the NJ State Council on the Arts Individual Artist Fellowship in 2022, […]

Many people are familiar with Edison’s “invention factory” in Menlo Park, where he patented the phonograph, the light bulb, and many more innovations. Yet many other ideas have grown in the Garden State, too – New Jerseyans brought sound and music to movies and built the very first drive-in theater. In addition to the first […]

In Ireland, it is said, there is a song for every story. We’ll determine the truth in that – The Cook College Ramblers will perform 10 or more of their favorite songs and Hank McNally will meet the challenge, researching each song and sharing the story behind it. No challenge for the audience; sit back, […]

Amanda Thackray is a multidisciplinary ecofeminist artist and educator, based in Newark, NJ, whose practice sits at the intersection of craft, sculpture, and environmentally-based social practice. She is the recipient of an artist-in-residence at the Museum of Art and Design (MAD) in NYC, the NJ State Council on the Arts Individual Artist Fellowship in 2022, […]

Whether soon turning 65, or already a Medicare recipient, don’t miss this thorough review of Medicare program basics and the variety of ways to enroll in Medicare. Our discussion will outline Original Medicare (parts A&B), Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part D), Medicare Advantage Plans (Part C) and, finally, Medigap Coverage (Medicare Supplement) and how it […]