As Viktor Orbán dismantles Hungary’s democratic institutions, three women — a journalist, a politician, and a nurse — work tirelessly to fight for their country’s soul in Democracy Noir, a chilling expose of far-right nationalism and an inspirational beacon of resistance. After the screening, director Connie Field will discuss the making of the film and what drew her to the subject of the grassroots fight for democracy in Hungary.
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What do you do when someone you love needs more care than you can provide? At June’s Vital Aging Forum, a panel of experts and caregivers will explore the challenges, benefits, and resources available to help navigate this difficult decision. The discussion will be moderated by OLLI faculty member Sara Orem.
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Explore 34 stunning acres filled with more than 10,000 plant species, including many rare and endangered treasures, on a private tour of the UC Botanical Garden nestled at the top of Strawberry Canyon. Here you'll learn about the largest collection in North America of wild-collected plants from nearly every continent, with an emphasis on species from Mediterranean climates. Organized by OLLI’s Member Services Committee (MSC).
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In Formation editor-in-chief David Temkin and journalist and author Paulina Borsook will trace the evolution of Silicon Valley companies, culture, and customers from the early days of marginal idealistic geekery to today — a world in which the Valley has redefined nearly all aspects of how we live, think, work and interact.
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Well, that was fast! Join us for an "End of the Academic Year" Happy Hour on Tuesday, June 24, 3:30–5:30 PM, at Zino (2086 Allston Way, Berkeley) in the Hotel Shattuck. Come meet and mingle. All are welcome! This is a no-host (but yes-fun!) gathering organized by OLLI's Member Services Committee. No need to RSVP. Hope to see you there!
Can the President deport legal residents to a prison in a foreign country or unilaterally dismantle government agencies? Can the Secretary of State revoke a visa based on someone’s speech or writing? Can the government cut university funding because of campus protests? Erwin Chemerinsky, one of the nation's leading constitutional law scholars, and interlocutor Bill Sokol will examine the attack on the rule of law in the Trump administration and propose how best to counter it.
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