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SUMMARY:Beach Read on State Street
DESCRIPTION:Summer Break Beach Read on State Street with Carol Rubel \nPour a tall lemonade\, trade your readers for sunglasses and enter into the mysterious and surprising worlds of two women who looked at the presence of love in their lives and reached some rather startling conclusions!  \nEach of these short stories is a tiny gem crafted by two of the masters of the unique American genre: the short story. Explore how so much can be packed into short works …without missing a single beat! \nJoin us for a discussion about how women can create their own narrative about the force of love…for better or for worse! \n“A Rose for Emily” by William Faulkner \nA Rose for Emily by Faulkner — Full Text Free Online \n“The Jilting of Granny Weatherall” by Katherine Anne Porter \nThe Jilting of Granny Weatherall
URL:https://gatheringplacecs.org/event/beach-read-on-state-street/
LOCATION:The Gathering Place\, 304 S. State Street\, Clarks Summit\, PA\, 18411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Lectures/Learning
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SUMMARY:Ready to "Fight City Hall"? Personal Advocacy Responses for a world that says "NO!" with Carol Rubel
DESCRIPTION:What do you do when the answer is “no”\, from institutions\, systems\, or decision-makers who seem impossible to move? This session explores practical\, personal advocacy tools for navigating bureaucracy\, standing your ground\, and making your voice heard. Whether you’re advocating for yourself\, a loved one\, or your community\, this talk offers strategies for responding with clarity\, confidence\, and persistence\, without burning out or backing down.
URL:https://gatheringplacecs.org/event/ready-to-fight-city-hall-personal-advocacy-responses-for-a-world-that-says-no-with-carol-rubel/
LOCATION:The Gathering Place\, 304 S. State Street\, Clarks Summit\, PA\, 18411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Lectures/Learning
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SUMMARY:Two-Part Lecture & Discussion with Carol Rubel: Hamnet Day 2 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a thoughtful two-part lecture and discussion of Hamnet\, led by educator and literary guide Carol Rubel. This series invites participants to explore the novel’s rich emotional landscape\, historical context\, and lyrical storytelling. \nAcross two sessions\, we will examine themes of grief\, love\, marriage\, creativity\, and loss\, while unpacking O’Farrell’s imaginative reworking of history and her evocative portrayal of family life in 16th-century England. Through close reading and guided conversation\, Carol will encourage reflection\, shared insight\, and deeper appreciation of the novel’s structure\, language\, and lasting impact. \nFollowing the final discussion\, participants are invited to stay for a screening of the film adaptation at The Gathering Place\, offering a chance to experience the story in a new medium and continue the conversation together.
URL:https://gatheringplacecs.org/event/two-part-lecture-discussion-with-carol-rubel-hamnet-day-2-of-2/
LOCATION:The Gathering Place\, 304 S. State Street\, Clarks Summit\, PA\, 18411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Lectures/Learning
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SUMMARY:Two-Part Lecture & Discussion with Carol Rubel: Hamnet Day 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a thoughtful two-part lecture and discussion of Hamnet\, led by educator and literary guide Carol Rubel. This series invites participants to explore the novel’s rich emotional landscape\, historical context\, and lyrical storytelling. \nAcross two sessions\, we will examine themes of grief\, love\, marriage\, creativity\, and loss\, while unpacking O’Farrell’s imaginative reworking of history and her evocative portrayal of family life in 16th-century England. Through close reading and guided conversation\, Carol will encourage reflection\, shared insight\, and deeper appreciation of the novel’s structure\, language\, and lasting impact. \nFollowing the final discussion\, participants are invited to stay for a screening of the film adaptation at The Gathering Place\, offering a chance to experience the story in a new medium and continue the conversation together.
URL:https://gatheringplacecs.org/event/two-part-lecture-discussion-with-carol-rubel-hamnet-day-1-of-2/
LOCATION:The Gathering Place\, 304 S. State Street\, Clarks Summit\, PA\, 18411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Lectures/Learning
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SUMMARY:American Poet Edna St. Vincent Millay\, lecture presented by Carol Rubel
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging lecture on American Poet Edna St. Vincent Millay\, presented by nationally recognized speaker and author Carol Rubel. This talk will explore Millay’s life\, work\, and enduring voice\, examining how her poetry captured love\, independence\, beauty\, and rebellion in early 20th-century America\, and why her words still resonate today.
URL:https://gatheringplacecs.org/event/american-poet-edna-st-vincent-millay-lecture-presented-by-carol-rubel/
LOCATION:The Gathering Place\, 304 S. State Street\, Clarks Summit\, PA\, 18411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Lectures/Learning
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SUMMARY:"A Christmas Carol" 3 Part Discussion with Carol Rubel Part 3
DESCRIPTION:Imagine rediscovering “A Christmas Carol”\, not just as a holiday tale\, but as a story that still speaks to our lives and world today. Join us for a three-session deep dive\, where we’ll explore the ghosts of Christmas Past\, Present\, and Future\, reveal Dickens’s genius\, and uncover timeless lessons about generosity\, transformation\, and what it truly means to “keep Christmas well”. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the story\, this discussion based series will leave you seeing Scrooge\, and yourself\, in a whole new light. Register now to experience the magic\, mystery\, and meaning of Dickens’s classic like never before!
URL:https://gatheringplacecs.org/event/a-christmas-carol-3-part-discussion-with-carol-rubel-part-3/
LOCATION:The Gathering Place\, 304 S. State Street\, Clarks Summit\, PA\, 18411\, United States
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SUMMARY:"A Christmas Carol" 3 Part Discussion with Carol Rubel Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Imagine rediscovering “A Christmas Carol”\, not just as a holiday tale\, but as a story that still speaks to our lives and world today. Join us for a three-session deep dive\, where we’ll explore the ghosts of Christmas Past\, Present\, and Future\, reveal Dickens’s genius\, and uncover timeless lessons about generosity\, transformation\, and what it truly means to “keep Christmas well”. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the story\, this discussion based series will leave you seeing Scrooge\, and yourself\, in a whole new light. Register now to experience the magic\, mystery\, and meaning of Dickens’s classic like never before!
URL:https://gatheringplacecs.org/event/a-christmas-carol-3-part-discussion-with-carol-rubel-part-2/
LOCATION:The Gathering Place\, 304 S. State Street\, Clarks Summit\, PA\, 18411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Lectures/Learning
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SUMMARY:"A Christmas Carol" 3 Part Discussion with Carol Rubel Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Imagine rediscovering “A Christmas Carol”\, not just as a holiday tale\, but as a story that still speaks to our lives and world today. Join us for a three-session deep dive\, where we’ll explore the ghosts of Christmas Past\, Present\, and Future\, reveal Dickens’s genius\, and uncover timeless lessons about generosity\, transformation\, and what it truly means to “keep Christmas well”. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the story\, this discussion based series will leave you seeing Scrooge\, and yourself\, in a whole new light. Register now to experience the magic\, mystery\, and meaning of Dickens’s classic like never before!
URL:https://gatheringplacecs.org/event/a-christmas-carol-3-part-discussion-with-carol-rubel-part-1/
LOCATION:The Gathering Place\, 304 S. State Street\, Clarks Summit\, PA\, 18411\, United States
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