Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning Presents: “Cults, Sects, “Fringe Groups” in American History”
Cults, Sects, "Fringe Groups" in American History Thursday, October 21 from 5:30 - 7:00pm via Zoom Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning (GMALL) welcomes back Dr. Phillips Stevens, Associate Professor Emeritus of Anthropology, to talk about cults, sects and "fringe groups" in American History. Exclusive, narrowly focused social groups with aberrant social and/or theological ideologies are surprisingly common throughout American...
Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning Presents: “The Anthropology of Conspiracy Theories”
The Anthropology of Conspiracy Theories Tuesday, October 12 from 5:30 - 7:00pm at Long Trail School in Dorset Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning (GMALL) welcomes Dr. Phillips Stevens, Associate Professor Emeritus of Anthropology, to talk about the anthropology of conspiracy theories. “Conspiracy Theory” is a common phrase in the news these days; what does it mean? Is it something...
The Dorset Village Library Presents: “Author S. Lee Miller”
September 24, 2021 at 6:00pm. Award-winning Vermont author S. Lee Manning will be reading from her latest thriller, Nerve Attack, which features scenes set in Vermont. She will discuss both becoming an author and a stand-up comic after the age of 67 (in 2019, Manning was a semi-finalist in Vermont's Funniest Comedian competition!). Her novels have received rave reviews for...
Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning Presents: “Archaeological Boots on the Ground”
Archaeological Boots on the Ground Tuesday, October 5 from 5:30 - 7:00pm at Long Trail School in Dorset Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning (GMALL) welcomes Dr. Rita Wright, Professor Emerita of Anthropology, to talk about archaeology in Afghanistan. The catalyst for this talk is a comment made by an acquaintance of the presenter who asked, “Why do you study...
The Dorset Village Library Presents: “Berkshire Bank”
September 29, 2021 5:30-6:30pm The Berkshire Bank comes to the Dorset Village Library to show teens how to use a check registry, write a check (which they can’t do until they are 18), how to fill out deposit and withdrawal slips and how to use a debit card. Bank representatives will answer any questions you and your teen may have...
Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning Presents: “Garden Tree Talk”
Garden Tree Talk Tuesday, September 21 from 5:30 - 7:00pm at Southern Vermont Arts Center Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning (GMALL) welcomes certified arborist Jeromy Gardner to lead us in this garden tree talk. Come explore the many topics related to overall tree health. We will delve into root collar disorders, the number one reason why planted trees fail in the...
Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning Presents: “Virtual Walking Tour: Manchester Village”
Virtual Walking Tour: Manchester Village Tuesday, September 28 from 5:30 - 7:00pm via Zoom Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning (GMALL) is excited to partner with the Manchester Historical Society to present this virtual walking tour of Manchester Village. The 1961 Bicentennial marker at the foot of the Soldier’s Memorial in the Village reads: “This historic crossroads born of liberty...
Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning Presents: “MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival”
MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival Saturday, October 2 from 7:00 - 9:00pm at Burr and Burton Academy, Riley Center for the Arts Film lovers will unite in over 500 venues worldwide to view and judge the work of the next generation of filmmakers from around the world when the 24th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival takes place for one week this...
The Dorset Historical Society Presents: “Third Thursday Lunch Lecture: Changes to the H.N. Williams Store”
Dorset Historical Society's Third Thursday Lunch Lecture: Changes to the H.N. Williams Store August 19, 2021 from 12:00-1:00pm Billy Brownlee will discuss changes to Dorset's historic H.N. Williams store. Brownlee is descended from the originators of the store in 1840, and engineered the changes. Dessert and beverages will be provided.
Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning Presents: “Wild Mushroom Workshop #2”
Wild Mushroom Workshop #2 Sunday, August 22 from 10:00am - 1:00pm at Owl's Head Town Forest (Raptor Lane in Dorset) Green Mountain Academy for Lifelong Learning (GMALL) welcomes Ian Vair to lead us on a wild mushroom journey. Ian will guide us through the wooded trails at Owl’s Head Town Forest and will explain safety parameters, field guide comprehension, ideal...
