August 2026
"ADVENTURES IN LEARNING"
Registration is Open
"Adventures in Learning" is our cornerstone program because we never stop learning.
SCT offers 2 - 4 classes on four Friday mornings in March, May, August, and October. Participants may choose to attend two classes and sign up for refreshments each Friday. Refreshments are provided compliments of one of our Community Partners.
"Adventures in Learning" is a time for learning, socializing, and catching up on what's happening at SCT. You will have an opportunity to meet other members as well as learn more about our community partners.
August 2026
Scheduled Speakers at a Glance!
Learning, Fellowship, and Food
It doesn't get much better than this!
August 7
9:00-9:50 am
A. News and Views with Kevin McFarland
B. Baha'i Houses of Worship - Recent Developments
C. California’s Giants, Coastal Redwoods and Giant Sequoias
10:00 Break - Healthcare Resort
10:40-11:30
D. Midland Care PACE, bringing care to you.
E. The Jayhawk Theatre Centennial - A Legacy Reimagined
F. Master Gardeners Closing up Your Lawn for Winter
August 14
9:00-9:50 am
A. News and Views with Kevin McFarland
B. Caring for Your Personal Collections
C. Fall Prevention, Stay Strong, Stay Independent
10:00 Break - Prairie Wind Hospice
10:40-11:30
D. “Mighty Neighborly”
E. Journalism Journey: How it started and how it’s changed.
F. World Cup Update
August 21
9:00-9:50 am
A. News and Views with Kevin McFarland
B. Introducing Mr. Gage
C. Educating, Inspiring, and Celebrating the Love of Vehicles at Midwest Dream Car Collection
10:00 Break - Gentiva Hospice Care
10:40-11:30
D. Topeka Zoo Masterplan and More
E. Election 2026 in Kansas
F. A Wholistic Approach to Community Transformation
August 28
9:00-9:50 am
A. News and Views with Kevin McFarland
B. Let's Talk Titanic
C. Public Art: Why it matters
10:00 Break - Heritage Grove Estates
10:40-11:30
D. Bob Dealey: Music, Magic and More
"Adventures in Learning" Presentation Categories
News and Views
Health
Religion
Community
Arts
People/Places
Library/Potpourri
Back by Popular Demand
"Adventures in Learning" Sample Presentation Topics
Community & local issues
Topeka Zoo Masterplan and More
Downtown Jayhawk Theatre restoration
Introducing Mr. Gage
Restoring family history
Health and safety tips for older adults
Neighbors helping neighbors: Stories of local impact