Speakers

We read much of the news and interpret history through a lens of where we are “from”. What would that view be if a white privileged American-born person was from Pakistan? A third culture perspective relates to this insider-outsider experience. One advantage is some measure of comfort traveling to fascinating parts of the world that appear unsafe to westerners. Another is the sense of being a global citizen and how this often sharpens an admiration for the American while simultaneously allowing critical self-reflection

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Computers have evolved from mainframes to smart phones.  But just how much have they improved across many dimensions, and what were the standout inventions that got us to where we are today?  Dave Ripley lived through this period close up, and leads us through the key elements of this amazing evolution.

Author Jim Kesey will read from his recently released book, "A Good Place to Die." 

Kesey takes you on an inspirational and heart-warming journey of Len O’Reilly, a 72 year old retiree, who doesn’t have long to live.

He thinks he’s got it "all figured out" but his five day plan takes an unexpected turn. This rough and tumble Marine and Korean War Vet finds himself trying to survive instead choosing to die in an effort to save a young girl from a life without hope or a reason to live.

He has to dig deep within his soul for the strength to overcome one challenge after another. He has the grit, hope and faith in his God…

All he needs is time and time is running out.