The Active Minds™ events listed below are open to the public. Please call to RSVP.

Friday, March 26, 2010, 10:00-11:00 am
Coffee: A Brief History
Join us as we trace the history of coffee from its origins in Ethiopia to the Starbucks around the corner. It is a fascinating story of politics, power, chance and intrigue. We will also examine coffee's cultural influences as well as the differences between various types of coffee. Cream and sugar not included. This event is sponsored by Balfour Senior Living.
Location: East Boulder Senior Center, 5660 Sioux Dr, Boulder...VIEW MAP
Cost: Free
RSVP: Boulder Senior Services: 303-441-3148

Tuesday, April 6, 2010, 6:00-7:00 pm
The Challenges of Mexico
Join Active Minds for an in-depth look at Mexico from their perspective. We will cover Mexican history and recent events as we seek to understand how this country fits in the regional puzzle of North, Central and South America. We will examine key issues in Mexican relations with the U.S. such as violence associated with drug trafficking, trade agreements and immigration.
Location: Louisville Senior Center, 900 W Via Appia, Louisville...VIEW MAP
Cost: Free
RSVP: Louisville Senior Center: 303-666-7400

Friday, April 9, 2010, 10:00-11:00 am
The Future of Iraq: A Path to Self Sufficiency?
Seven years after the invasion of Iraq, the U.S. policy objective is now withdrawal. This only works if Iraq can govern itself and become a self sufficient nation. Join Active Minds as we look at the potential path for Iraq to stand on its own and the challenges that may be encountered along that road.
Location: Lafayette Senior Center, 103 S Iowa, Lafayette...VIEW MAP
Cost: $3 residents, $6 non-residents
RSVP: Lafayette Senior Center: 303-665-9052

Friday, April 23, 2010, 10:00-11:00 am
The Islamic Faith
Islam is the second largest religion in the world with estimates of over a billion followers. Join Active Minds for an objective examination of its origins, teachings and practices. We will discuss the Muslim holy text, the Quran, the Prophet Muhammad, and much more. We will also discuss how a religion whose traditional greeting is, “Peace be unto you” has become radicalized by some and linked with terrorism. This event is sponsored by Balfour Senior Living.
Location: West Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder...VIEW MAP
Cost: Free
RSVP: Boulder Senior Services: 303-441-3148


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