Events

For generations, the "Myth of the Lost Cause" cast a long shadow over the Civil War, America's watershed event. The persistence of that narrative, created by ex-Confederates to justify the just-concluded conflict, remains part of contemporary America

As U.S.-China geopolitical tension and rivalry heightened in recent years and peaked following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Washington has set its sights on the continent of Africa. Geostrategically located and rich in natural resources, Africa h

In a career that spans five decades, John Williams has become one of America's most accomplished and successful composers for film and the concert stage. Mr. Williams has composed the music and served as music director for more than one hundred films

This program will give an in-depth look at the development of the presidential race. Dr. Wagner will explore the movements and transitions in the run for president by reviewing the changes in political media, parties, interest groups, and public opin

The Nuremberg trials were the first international war crimes tribunal in history and established important precedents. Dr. Watson goes behind the scenes to explore the goals for the trials, the concerns and challenges facing the Allied prosecutors, t

Delray Stories: Celebrating our Community Through Theatre is a new annual series, each year with a different theme. Your story will be the springboard for an original theatre piece, crafted by playwrights. This year’s theme, Wisdom, Beauty and Inspir

The Elvis Presley Experience show is nationally acclaimed and is the closest thing to seeing the King on stage any fan has seen since Elvis passed in 1977. In fact, our Elvis, Matt Stone, has been named as one of Graceland’s Official Top 10 Elvis Tri

From 10 am to 4 pm on the first Saturday of each month, The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum (SBRHM) offers a fun, informative, and often craft-based activity for youngsters at 2 pm—and the regular admission is waived for all visitors.

Bring in December with a focus on ART! Saturday Morning Art (smART) is for children (ages 5+) along with their caregiver(s).   Registration is required.

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Get ready for The Art of Laughter: A Hysterical Stand-Up Comedy Series at Arts Garage!

Come see some of the best touring comedians from South Florida and beyond, the first Friday of eveiry month.

December Headlner: Tammy Pescatelli
Comedian Tammy Pescat

The community is invited to join us for the annual tree lighting on Friday, December 1 at Centennial Park & Amphitheater in Downtown Boynton. The night will be full of holiday magic as we light our gigantic holiday tree. This free family-friendly eve

12/1 - Light the Lights at Ocean Ridge Town Hall, 6450 N Ocean Blvd. Annual celebration incudes a visit from Santa. Family fare. 5-7 pm. Free. 561-732-2635; oceanridgeflorida.com

This talk explores the two narratives that define the historical consciousness of the Chinese people and of the Chinese government today. The first is the "century of humiliation" narrative, wherein China was brought low by foreign invasion and explo

Dr. Watson explores some of the important, amusing, and intriguing, but less well-known, aspects of Lincoln's complicated and remarkable character and chapters in his life, with an eye to his enlightened leadership. This lecture takes place 3:00 pm -

Explore forgotten Florida history in this special one-time lecture. This class will highlight five centuries of minority contributions to Florida from West Africans known as Gullah Geechee. This group of West Africans merged with Native American trib

Of the eleven states that seceded from the Union and ultimately formed the Confederate States of America by early 1861, Florida was the smallest in terms of population and thus predictably contributed the lowest number of soldiers and sailors to the

This documentary focuses on the world-famous magician, escape artist, and world-renowned enemy of deception, James “The Amazing” Randi. The film brings to life Randi’s intricate investigations that publicly exposed psychics, faith healers, and con ar

Join Leslie Glickman, owner of Yoga Journey Studio, for an evening of Yin Yoga accompanied by live music under the stars in the Sculpture Garden.

The yoga practice will be appropriate for all levels. Yin Yoga is about deep relaxation and releasing ten

Zora Neale Hurston's 1937 novel, "Their Eyes Were Watching God," is an American classic. This powerful and brilliant novel tells the story of Janie Mae Crawford and her search for self-actualization as a black woman in the early twentieth century. Hu