Rutland OLLI

with Paul Reiber – Chief Justice of Vermont 

Justice Reiber will talk about the role of state courts and state court judges and the role we play in our constitutional democracy. 

with Tom Joyce 

A fun and funny magic show that reaches back over 55 years of performing. I will discuss why magic tricks fool us, why they entertain us and possibly why they annoy us. There will be audience participation (mostly from your seat), pseudo mind reading and teaching. Yes, you will learn a trick or two that you can use to entertain or annoy your family and friends. 

with Dr. Jonathan Spiro – Former President of Castleton University and Author of Defending the Master Race 

In the 1920s, the American eugenics movement influence immigration laws, interracial marriage restrictions, and the forced sterilization of thousands, while also shaping Nazi ideology. Though eugenics was widely discredited after WWII, elements of its rhetoric have resurfaced in recent years, including through narratives like the “Great Replacement” theory. In this illustrated talk, Dr. Spiro will explore the history, impact, and resurgence of eugenics in the United States.

with Melissa Cox, ACSM-GEI 

Move it or lose it! The importance of physical activity has never been better understood. Its impact on our lives as we age has taken center stage. This presentation will discuss the value of physical activity as we age, what this can look like in our life, and the modalities of training strength, balance, endurance, and cognitive functioning. In addition to a discussion of the importance of movement, be prepared to experience some movement! 

with Former VT Governor Howard Dean 

Former Governor Howard Dean will talk about Vermont, US and International Politics.

with Dan Lindner 

Dan has been a professional musician based in Vermont for more than 50 years.  Over 100 of his original songs have been recorded by his band and on his solo recordings.  Today’s program will focus on his four volumes of original Vermont songs inspired by our state’s history, legends, people, places and wildlife.  He will discuss the stories behind many of these songs and sing several of his favorites.