Name: The Power of Connection: Creating Lasting Friendships in an Increasingly Lonely World in a Virtual Talk with Dr. Marisa Franco
Start: 2026-07-28T14:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-07-28T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Virtual Author Talks

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In celebration of the US's 250th birthday, which of the following historical eras do you like the most?

Colonial & Revolutionary Era (1565–1783) --I enjoy the local history with Fort Ligonier, the Compass Inn, Fort Pitt
Gilded Age & Industrialization (1876–1900) --Carnegie, Vanderbilt, & Frick--need I say more?
World Wars & Roaring Twenties (1914–1945) --Sure, there was the Depression, but this was the era we learned to fly!
Civil War & Reconstruction (1861–1877) --While tragic, our Civil War is a fascinating time period
The Cold War & Civil Rights (1945–1980) --From the Cold War to Sputnick, it was an tense time filled with innovation.
Modern Era (1980–Present) --It has been a time, hasn't it?
The New Nation (1783-1860) --We struggled with our identity while trying to find our place in the world
Progressive Era (1890–1913) --This is the start of unions and fighting for social equality

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2026 Palmer Summer Reading Program

Dinosaur Painting

Beneath the Surface: Ancient DNA & Genetics

O’Ryan the O’Mazing

Young Child Craft: Paper Bag Dino Puppet

The Power of Connection: Creating Lasting Friendships in an Increasingly Lonely World in a Virtual Talk with Dr. Marisa Franco