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In this exciting new series, an all-star roster of leading writers and scholars—all of them longtime Speakers Annex favourites—takes us on a dazzling tour of their favourite cultural landmarks in great world cities. 

From a look at the thrilling history of Notre Dame Cathedral with writer Lisa Pasold, host of Discovery Channel’s Paris Next Stop, to literary scholar Ira Wells’s take on the New York Public Library in the age of censorship; from a famous cafe in Naples with Italian Cultural Studies prof Teresa Lobalsamo, to Save the Deli author David Sax’s tribute to Toronto’s Harbord Bakery, we’ll explore the rich history and cultural staying power of these local institutions—and how they each embody the soul of the cities they’re in, winning the hearts of admirers at home and around the world. 

Featuring:

• Lisa Pasold on Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
• Teresa Lobalsamo on Caffe Gambrinus in Naples, Italy
• Julia Zarankin on The Merriweather-Post Art Collection in Washington, DC
• Peter Harris on the Berlin City Palace and its Humboldt Forum Museum
• Ira Wells on the New York Public Library
• David Sax on Toronto’s Harbord Bakery!

To see the topics covered in each lecture, please check out our full course outline and syllabus HERE.  

**SPECIAL DEAL: Sign up for two of our spring courses at The Speakers Annex and we’ll throw in the third for free! If you’ve already signed up for at least one spring course, email thespeakersannex@gmail.com for a code to take advantage of this special offer. Otherwise, just sign up for all three courses via our website and the cost of one course will automatically be removed at check-out. Email Will at the email above if you require any assistance. 

Available spots: Available

Price: $39.67 Taxes not included

Notes: • Discounted price for MNjcc Members $99 + tax • For additional information, please contact Will Di Novi at thespeakersannex@gmail.com • For registration assistance or any other customer support needs, please call 416-924-6211 x0 or email help@mnjcc.org

Tags: Spring

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