These sessions are an opportunity for Osher members to bring their devices (laptops,
smartphones, etc.) into the office to ask a question and get technical support on
a specific issue.
The American Revolution and the Fate of the World
Join Osher in welcoming historian and author Richard Bell to rediscover the Revolution
as a world war that unleashed chaos, opportunity, and transformation across six continents.
Hearts of Darkness
Join Osher for a special screening of Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse, the legendary documentary chronicling the chaotic, obsessive, and unforgettable
making of Apocalypse Now as part of our "35 Years Ago in Film" series. Discussion led by John Peterman.
The Latest from London: Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia Research
ZOOM LECTURE: Alzheimer's Association staff member Liz McCarthy will present a summary of research
findings from the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC), which took
place in July 2026.
Tech Café
These sessions are an opportunity for Osher members to bring their devices (laptops,
smartphones, etc.) into the office to ask a question and get technical support on
a specific issue.
The Persian Puzzle: Power, Politics, Paranoia, Pain, Paradox - Empire to Democracy
to Theocracy
Join speaker David Bisno for a 4-part lecture series on Saturdays from October 3 to
October 24.
Silence of the Lambs
Join Osher for a screening of The Silence of the Lambs, the iconic psychological thriller that reshaped the genre, as part of our "35 Years
Ago in Film" series. Discussion led by Steve Solomon.
107 Days at Sea: The Journey That Changed Everything
In this special lecture Jill Siegal Chalsty shares the story behind her memoir Packets of Hope, inviting participants to travel alongside her through the ports she visited, the
people she met, and the reflections that transformed personal adversity into strength
and global impact. Jill demonstrates how one person’s courage can create ripples that
span continents.
The Power of Music: The Role Music Can Play in Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
Discover the powerful role music can play in the lives of people living with Alzheimer's
disease and other forms of dementia. This presentation explores how music can help
access memories, reduce anxiety, improve communication, and foster meaningful moments
of connection.
End-of-Life Options in the Live Free or Die State
Many people have an advance directive, but few understand how decisions are actually
carried out in a medical setting. This class examines end-of-life planning in New
Hampshire, including the role of advance directives, and the critical importance of
medical orders such as POLST and DNR.
Thelma and Louise
Join Osher for a screening of Thelma and Louise, Ridley Scott's landmark 1991 film that redefined the road movie genre, as part of
our "35 Years Ago in Film" series. Discussion led by Beverly Marshall.