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  • Roots of Rock ’n’ Roll, Part IV

    Class Schedule: Thursdays – April 20, April 27, May 4* | 7:30 – 9:00 PM (Please note due to illness this class has been postponed one week)

    This three-session virtual course taught by Kit O’Toole explores the question – just what is rock?
    Rock’s roots extend far beyond America, with sounds from various countries encompassing the building blocks of the genre. This course provides an overview of some of the cultures and traditions that contributed to the melting pot that is rock music. Africa, Cuba, Italy, and Mexico are among the places visited on this three-week musical tour. In addition to multimedia presentations, class discussion and activities will enable attendees to identify elements of these cultures in rock and roll.

    Zoom Link will be provided upon registration.

  • Roots of Rock ’n’ Roll, Part IV

    Class Schedule: Thursdays – April 20, April 27, May 4* | 7:30 – 9:00 PM (Please note due to illness this class has been postponed one week)

    This three-session virtual course taught by Kit O’Toole explores the question – just what is rock?
    Rock’s roots extend far beyond America, with sounds from various countries encompassing the building blocks of the genre. This course provides an overview of some of the cultures and traditions that contributed to the melting pot that is rock music. Africa, Cuba, Italy, and Mexico are among the places visited on this three-week musical tour. In addition to multimedia presentations, class discussion and activities will enable attendees to identify elements of these cultures in rock and roll.

    Zoom Link will be provided upon registration.

  • Roots of Rock ’n’ Roll, Part IV

    Class Schedule: Thursdays – April 20, April 27, May 4* | 7:30 – 9:00 PM (Please note due to illness this class has been postponed one week)

    This three-session virtual course taught by Kit O’Toole explores the question – just what is rock?
    Rock’s roots extend far beyond America, with sounds from various countries encompassing the building blocks of the genre. This course provides an overview of some of the cultures and traditions that contributed to the melting pot that is rock music. Africa, Cuba, Italy, and Mexico are among the places visited on this three-week musical tour. In addition to multimedia presentations, class discussion and activities will enable attendees to identify elements of these cultures in rock and roll.

    Zoom Link will be provided upon registration.

  • Writing Memoir (Advanced) – SOLD OUT

    This class is SOLD OUT

    Class Schedule: Thursdays – Feb. 9, Feb. 16 and Feb. 23 | 7:30 – 9:00 PM

    This three-session virtual course taught by Mike Farragher (88) builds on the wildly popular Intro to Memoir Writing workshops with an emphasis on character development, dialogue, and scene setting that will make any story a page turner. Practical lessons are interspersed with writing prompts to get the creativity going during this 3 week course. No prior writing experience needed and all levels welcome!

    Zoom Link will be provided upon registration.

  • Writing Memoir (Advanced) – SOLD OUT

    This class is SOLD OUT

    Class Schedule: Thursdays – Feb. 9, Feb. 16 and Feb. 23 | 7:30 – 9:00 PM

    This three-session virtual course taught by Mike Farragher (88) builds on the wildly popular Intro to Memoir Writing workshops with an emphasis on character development, dialogue, and scene setting that will make any story a page turner. Practical lessons are interspersed with writing prompts to get the creativity going during this 3 week course. No prior writing experience needed and all levels welcome!

    Zoom Link will be provided upon registration.

  • Writing Memoir (Advanced) – SOLD OUT

    This class is SOLD OUT

    Class Schedule: Thursdays – Feb. 9, Feb. 16 and Feb. 23 | 7:30 – 9:00 PM

    This three-session virtual course taught by Mike Farragher (88) builds on the wildly popular Intro to Memoir Writing workshops with an emphasis on character development, dialogue, and scene setting that will make any story a page turner. Practical lessons are interspersed with writing prompts to get the creativity going during this 3 week course. No prior writing experience needed and all levels welcome!

    Zoom Link will be provided upon registration.

  • Roots of Rock ’n’ Roll, Part III

    Class Schedule: Thursdays – Jan. 12, Jan. 19 & Jan. 26 | 7:30 – 9:00 PM

    This three-session virtual course taught by Kit O’Toole explores the question – just what is rock?
    The Beatles remain one of rock’s greatest bands, but their roots go beyond Elvis Presley or Buddy Holly. They stretch even further, spanning cultures and genres. This course examines lesser-known inspirations for some of their most well-known songs as well as rock and roll itself. British Music Hall, Blue Beat (predecessor to ska and reggae), swamp pop, the avant garde, and more will be explored In addition to multimedia presentations, class discussion and activities will enable attendees to identify elements of these genres in the Beatles’ music.

    Zoom Link will be provided upon registration.

  • Roots of Rock ’n’ Roll, Part III

    Class Schedule: Thursdays – Jan. 12, Jan. 19 & Jan. 26 | 7:30 – 9:00 PM

    This three-session virtual course taught by Kit O’Toole explores the question – just what is rock?
    The Beatles remain one of rock’s greatest bands, but their roots go beyond Elvis Presley or Buddy Holly. They stretch even further, spanning cultures and genres. This course examines lesser-known inspirations for some of their most well-known songs as well as rock and roll itself. British Music Hall, Blue Beat (predecessor to ska and reggae), swamp pop, the avant garde, and more will be explored In addition to multimedia presentations, class discussion and activities will enable attendees to identify elements of these genres in the Beatles’ music.

    Zoom Link will be provided upon registration.

  • Roots of Rock ’n’ Roll, Part III

    Class Schedule: Thursdays – Jan. 12, Jan. 19 & Jan. 26 | 7:30 – 9:00 PM

    This three-session virtual course taught by Kit O’Toole explores the question – just what is rock?
    The Beatles remain one of rock’s greatest bands, but their roots go beyond Elvis Presley or Buddy Holly. They stretch even further, spanning cultures and genres. This course examines lesser-known inspirations for some of their most well-known songs as well as rock and roll itself. British Music Hall, Blue Beat (predecessor to ska and reggae), swamp pop, the avant garde, and more will be explored In addition to multimedia presentations, class discussion and activities will enable attendees to identify elements of these genres in the Beatles’ music.

    Zoom Link will be provided upon registration.

  • Bruce Springsteen’s Greetings from Asbury Park

    It’s just like book club but with albums! With new advances in technology, the way we consume music through our devices, apps and on demand streaming services like Pandora, Spotify and iTunes is making the idea of the “album” as an art form extinct. Get together with other music enthusiasts on Tuesday nights to discuss some of the greatest records of all-time! Listen to the album beforehand and then come prepared to discuss. This event will feature Bruce Springsteen’s Greetings from Asbury Park.

    This event will be held in person at the Great Hall Auditorium and will also be available remotely via Zoom. When you register you will be provided the ZOOM meeting link to join the conversation.

    Free and open to the public, but registration is required.