PI Capital Region Spring 2026 Catalog - Flipbook - Page 13
E XPLO RI N G A I: PR AC T I C AL TO O L S
F O R E V E R Y D AY L I F E
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Thursday, March 19, 26, & April 9
10:00 – 11:15 am
Course Topic: Nature, Science, & Technology
Description: Artificial intelligence (AI) is
everywhere, but what does it really mean for
everyday life? This three-session workshop
introduces AI in a friendly, hands-on way for
beginners. Participants will explore what AI is
(and isn’t), try out simple, practical features on
personal devices, and discuss ethical, privacy,
and safety considerations. No prior technology
experience is needed—just curiosity and a
willingness to explore. Bring your own device!
Instructor: Cynthia (Cindy) Lehman brings
curiosity about new technologies and a love
of learning to her workshops. She taught
mathematics and computing for more than 25
years to diverse audiences, including 20 years
at Messiah University. She recently led a faculty
workshop on Teaching with AI (“Bowen &
Watson, 2024”) and enjoys making technology
practical and approachable for everyday use.
Fee: $16 member/$32 non-member
B E H I N D T H E B E AT: T H E
SURPRISING TRUE STORIES OF
T H E B E AT L E S (I N C H A P E L )
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Thursday, March 19
1:00 – 2:15 pm
Course Topic: Culture, Arts, & Music
Description: Do you love the band the Beatles?
Think you know their story? This fun and
revealing session will illuminate some of the most
incredible true stories from the Beatles’ lives and
careers, from the cosmically coincidental to the
simply unreal. You will learn how a racehorse
saved the Beatles. You will savor the story of how
the one and only painting by the four Beatles
came to be amidst an international riot outside
their door. You will marvel at how it took three
different drummers to record the Beatles’ very
first single, and you will hear with your own ears
how to tell them apart! You will also learn about
the remarkable story of the name Eleanor Rigby,
and how this fictional character was all too real.
Instructor: Doug Wolfberg is an author, musician
professor, and attorney based in Camp Hill.
His acclaimed book, “The Beatles: Fab But
True - Remarkable Stories Revealed” combines
disciplined forensic research with sparkling
storytelling. Doug is a humorous and engaging
public speaker whose presentations are as fun as
they are informative.
Fee: $13 member/$26 non-member
T H E B E A U T Y O F T H E N AT U R A L
WORLD
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Monday, March 23
1:00 – 2:30 pm
Course Topic: Nature, Science, & Technology
Description: This presentation is a collection
of interesting and unusual nature photos of the
flora, fauna, and scenery of Pennsylvania and
other states. Included will be photos of numerous
birds, wildflowers, fungi, unusual insects, snakes
in actions, and more!
Instructor: Jon Dale is a PA native who has
been a lifelong lover of the natural world. Over
the years, Jon developed a keen interest in
photographing birds, other wildlife, flora, and
all things in nature. He has been a member of
Appalachian Audubon Society of the Greater
Harrisburg area for 42 years and has served as an
officer and board director. Jon was an educator
at Central Penn College and retired after 33 years
working in public health.
Fee: $13 member/$26 non-member
