The American Red Cross – Service in Action
Monday, Oct. 23, from 1 to 1:50 p.m.
Bulmer Telecommunications Center Auditorium
Ever since its founding by Clara Barton in 1881, the American Red Cross has been dedicated to serving people in need. The world has changed a great deal in 140 years, but the American Red Cross remains committed to its mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering with a workforce that is 90% volunteer and the generous support of donors.
Kevin Coffey, regional CEO, American Red Cross of Eastern NY, will describe how its humanitarian services are delivered down the street, across the country and around the globe.
Presented by Voices: A Library Lecture Series.
Remaining Fall 2023 Voices Lectures:
Getting Stared in the Stock Market
Wednesday, Nov. 1, from 2 to 2:50 p.m.
BTC Auditorium
Are you interested in investing and don’t know where to start? Join in a discussion of financial literacy and the stock market. A panel of students will talk with Wealth Manager Todd Silaika, an HVCC alumnus, who is a nationally-recognized investment specialist.
Rescue, Rehab, Protect and Preserve
Tuesday, Nov. 14, from noon to 12:50 p.m.
BTC Auditorium
Ellen Kalish, founder and executive director of Ravensbeard Wildlife Center in Ulster County, will bring a falcon, owl and hawk from the sanctuary to discuss their rescue and rehabilitation. She will share each bird’s story and discuss reasons why it is important to protect habitat and preserve bird species.