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Dr. Peter Singer
Artificial Intelligence: Reality Catching Up to Science Fiction

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The emergence of public artificial intelligence products has increased focus on how they may affect our society and lives. At recent hearings, Congress was introduced to the progress and dangers of these rapidly advancing technologies. Dr. Peter Singer examines the scope of AI development, the benefits it offers, and the ethical challenges to human society.

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GLASS FUSING
Artist-Instructor: Petra Kaiser

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4-session class. Thursdays, March 6, 12, 20 & 27 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. This class will combine beginning and advanced students. The procedures and techniques to be taught will include compatibility and testing, basic fusing techniques, annealing, and slumping.

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George Michael Reborn

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Graciously Sponsored by Brian & Kim on behalf of the Rist Family Foundation
This must-see show is an incredible tribute to George Michael and the music of WHAM! Robert Barko is a spot-on look-alike and sound- alike to the late, great legendary artist and brings energy and passion to his performances.

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PALMS IN OIL
Master Artist-Instructor: Douglas David

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Two-day workshop. Monday & Tuesday, March 10 & 11, 2025 from 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM. New Workshop!  Class will cover the basic principles of oil painting regarding painting Palms. Includes interesting and memorable discussions on composition, massing, building form, light and shadow: and depending on your own style, knowing when a work is finished (learning how to not overwork your painting).

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DYNAMIC FLORALS IN ALCOHOL INK
Artist-Instructor: Julie Tibus

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Two-day workshop. Monday & Tuesday, March 10 & 11, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Discover the breathtaking allure of Alcohol Inks – a remarkably dynamic and vibrant medium that almost effortlessly brings your artwork to life! Join our class and create three paintings: a gentle, watery group of flowers, a magnificent, blooming centerpiece, and a charming field of daisies.

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CHIP WALTER & KEITH McWALTER
The Longevity Quest in Fact and Fiction

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We live in an age obsessed with the prospect of ever-longer lifespans. The Wall Street Journal reports that the anti-aging industry sells longevity as “the ultimate luxury good.” Researchers are delving into the mysteries of stem cells and the human genome, discovering what causes physical aging and how to keep those processes from happening.

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TONAL DRAWING
Artist-Instructor: Mary H. Klunk

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3-session class. Thursdays, March 13, 20 & 27, 2025 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Students will learn how to draw and tone an image to make objects appear 3 dimensional on a 2-dimensional surface. Students will learn freehand drawing and drawing using a grid.

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ACRYLIC BOATS ON BEACHES
Artist-Instructor: Barbara Ellis

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One-day class. Thursday, March 13, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Barbara will begin the class with a demonstration and help students prep their canvases and mix paint. While painting your canvases, we will discuss elements of composition and dynamic use of color and guide you through the process of creating your very own acrylic painting of a fishing boat pulled up on the beach.

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