MOTHER EARTH:  Toxic Chemicals: Our Children’s Health at Risk
9:30 – 10:30
Presidents’ Hall 

Speaker: Kathleen Schuler, Program Director, Conservation Minnesota, Co-Director of Healthy Legacy ConservationMinnesota.org  healthylegacy.org
Beginning in utero, our children are exposed to untested toxic chemicals used in everyday consumer products. Studies show links to cancer, developmental disabilities, and obesity. In Minnesota, Healthy Legacy is working with businesses and policymakers to move the marketplace to safer chemicals to protect public health.

 THE ARTS:  Jewish Theatre in America Today
10:45 – 11:45
Presidents’ Hall 

Speaker: Barbara Brooks, Founder and Producing Artistic Director, Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company mnjewishtheatre.org
Although Brooks will speak about Minnesota Jewish Theatre as well as Jewish theatres in general, she will emphasize that the plays also deal with themes that are universal to people of all backgrounds. This idea is clearly demonstrated by the audiences representing many cultures who attend their productions. As Minnesota Jewish Theatre declares, “We ignite your mind by touching your heart, even if you’re not Jewish.”

 BUSINESS MEETING
11:45 – 12:15

 LUNCHEON
12:15 – 1:15

TECH SAVVY:  Digital Photography
1:15 – 2:15
Presidents’ Hall

Speaker: Tom Baker, Owner of Manitou Photos
Despite the fact that smartphone cameras are rapidly becoming the most popular way to take photos today, many do not take advantage of the various settings to get the best pictures possible. Baker will give step-by-step instructions and tips and tricks on using these settings. This information applies to either an Android phone or an iPhone. Baker has taught this class in Minneapolis community education programs and has extensive experience as a professional photographer.