Lecture Programs

SPEAKER:Jonathan Deutsch, Ph.D.Drexel University TOPIC:While incredible technological advances have been made in preparing for the future of food, one—good cooking—is too often left out of the conversation. In this talk, learn how chefs, specifically research chefs working at the intersection of culinary arts and food science, work with physicians, food scientists, urban planners, and dietitians to ensure an equitable and sustainable…

Danielle Nierenberg is a world-renowned researcher, speaker and advocate, on all issues relating to our food system and agriculture. She is president of Food Tank, the think tank for food, and an expert on sustainable agriculture and food issues. She has written extensively on gender and population, the spread of factory farming in the developing world and innovations in sustainable agriculture. Nierenberg founded Food Tank with Bernard Pollack…

Bryan Austin is an actor and historian known for bringing historical figures to life, particularly as Benjamin Franklin in his podcast "Let's Be Frank", where he uses primary sources to humorously explore Franklin's life and times. He's also known for portraying James Madison in Colonial Williamsburg and is a storyteller who aims to connect people with history through authentic, first-person accounts. Advocates For Balance at Chautauqua, Inc. is…

Join Lily Dale Assembly for a dynamic celebration of cosmic insight during our annual Astrology Week. Featuring leading astrologers from across the country, this multi-day experience offers illuminating lectures, engaging panels, and special events designed to deepen your understanding of planetary cycles and personal growth. Whether you’re new to astrology or a longtime student of the stars, Astrology Week invites you to explore fresh…

Lecture Description:This presentation will be about the couple who owned the Golding Cottage Hotel, which was constructed c.1877-78 and demolished in 1968, and replaced with the Carnahan-Jackson Memorial Garden, which is next to the Presbyterian House. Dr. William Morgan and his wife, Dr. Nellie Golding Morgan, were both Osteopathic physicians, and ran the Golding for several decades and lived next door in what is now Park Place, on the brick…

Nyesha Arrington is the dynamic co-star of FOX’s hit culinary competition series “Next Level Chef,” where she brings her signature blend of mentorship, humor and fierce expertise to millions of viewers each season. She also hosts and produces the acclaimed digital series “Plateworthy” for Eater, celebrating the craft, culture and creative spirit of cooking. Drawing inspiration from the seasons, global travel and…

Corry-Jamestown Corp. was an office furniture manufacturing company located in Corry, Pennsylvania. But it began in Jamestown, New York, and involved a number of people from around the country with connections to Jamestown and the metal furniture industry. Needing a factory building for the new company a factory was found in Corry and the company moved there in 1919 and the rest is history. Karen Livsey and Sam Genco will present. The 2026 Fenton…

Brian Frank is the founder and general partner of FTW Ventures, bringing decades of experience in building transformative technology that impacts the way people work, play and live. In 2015, Frank turned his attention to how technology can improve the lives of every person on the planet by building a better food system. He raised two early-stage funds for investments into food and agriculture technology businesses with FTW, partnering with the…

Michael Grunwald is an award-winning journalist and bestselling author who has written about U.S. public policy and politics for three decades. He is best known for his coverage of climate change and the environment. His latest book, We Are Eating the Earth: The Race to Fix Our Food System and Save Our Climate, is a groundbreaking piece of reportage on the fight to fix our food system. In the book, Grunwald argues that humanity has started to…