University at The Oaks: Ancient Civilization

Guest Speaker: Cheryl White, PhD, associate history professor at LSUS

Monday, Nov. 6, 4 p.m. Franks Community Centre Cheryl White’s monthly University at The Oaks series focuses on the history of western civilization. Each month White selects diverse topics that offer an interesting survey that engages and intrigues guests.

Cost: Free. Registration is required.

Chocolate! Chocolate! Chocolate!

Guest Speaker: Sarah Fontenot, manager of The Chocolate Crocodile Tuesday, Nov. 7, 3 p.m. Tower Ballroom Who doesn’t love chocolate? Chocolate has become one of the most popular food types and flavors in the world. From cakes to cookies, candy bars to hot beverages, the decadent flavor of chocolate is irresistible. Learn the history of chocolate, the ways it is processed and enjoy a sweet treat in an informative talk by Sarah Fontenot, manager of The Chocolate Crocodile. Cost: Free. Registration is required.

Book Review

A Gentleman in Moscow

Guest Speaker: Jacqueline Gore Tuesday, Nov. 28, 3:30 p.m. Chapel Jacqueline Gore will review Amor Towles’ book “A Gentleman in Moscow.” Count Alexander Rostov is sentenced to house arrest by a Bolshevik tribunal for writing a poem deemed to encourage revolt. Rostov, an aristocrat who has never had to work a day in his life, lives in an attic room in a luxury hotel and witnesses the rise of the Soviet empire over the span of 30 years. His circumstances provide him opportunity for real human connection. The humorous adventures, love affairs, and unexpected twists in this book make it a must read. Cost: Free. Registration is required.