October 2026

Noteworthy News



AIL's monthly newsletter . . . Timely updates for you!

 

Here's what you'll find below . . .


  • Fall '26 Updates
  • AIL Destinations
  • AIL Community Connections
  • Heads Up: Accessibility Survey
  • Colby-Sawyer College Community Connections



 

Nina Tasi

(603) 526-3690

nina.tasi@colby-sawyer.edu

Sarah Jenness

(603) 526-3434

sarah.jenness@colby-sawyer.edu

 
 

Fall '26

Courses, presentations and a field trip!

 

The learning continues in October!


Spots are still available in the following courses,

which begin this month!

Click on the titles to learn more and register!


Dearest Kitty: Diaries, Journals and Making History

Jim Perkins et al.


Offered via Zoom in October


Beyond the Frame:

American History through Artworks at SAAM

Smithsonian Presenters


The U.S. Dollar and Its Rivals - A Reprise

Woody Canaday


 
 
 
 

SCIENCE PUB

Science Served Monthly

with a Twist of Fun!


 
 


A few spots remain for the

October 7

Science Pub

featuring

Kathy Cottingham

and Mikala L'Hote

Click

~ If you have registered but are unable to attend,

please contact the AIL Office as soon as possible. ~



Please be considerate of your fellow AIL members!

We have members on the waitlist who would appreciate the opportunity to attend. Last month, several registrants were unable to attend without notifying the office, leaving seats available that could not be offered to those on the waitlist.


 

Registration for the 10/2 presentation is closed.



However, there is still time to register for

the remaining three presentations!


Session Two

Tuesday, October 13

Voting Rights: Then and Now

Liz Tentarelli, President

NH League of Women Voters


 Session Three

Monday, November 9

2026 Midterms: Results and Analysis

Eric Boyer, Professor

Colby-Sawyer College


Session Four

Thursday, November 19

Beyond the Midterms

Peter Gunn, Study Leader

Adventures in Learning


There is no cost to AIL members to participate;

Non-members may attend for $15 per session.

Pre-registration is required.


 

AIL Destinations . . .


The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art


Spots available for AIL and community members!


Join us on Friday, October 23,

on a field trip to

The Eric Carle Museum of

Picture Book Art


Whether you grew up with The Very Hungry Caterpillar, enjoy beautiful illustration, or simply love discovering places that inspire creativity and imagination, this special field trip promises a delightful day of art, storytelling, and exploration.


Located in Amherst, Massachusetts, the Eric Carle Museum celebrates the art of picture books through engaging exhibitions, remarkable original artwork, and collections that appeal to visitors of every age. You'll enjoy a docent-led tour and view the exhibits currently on premise, browse the museum shop, and enjoy lunch with fellow lifelong learners.

AIL Members: $100

Non-Members: $115



Cost includes transportation, museum admission,

docent-led tour and box lunch

 

AIL Community Connections

Please consider supporting our community partners!

Avaloch Farm Music Institute

a special opportunity for AIL members

 

Come for the music . . . Stay for a meal !

AIL is pleased to share a members-only opportunity!

Enjoy an evening of bending genres and uplifting spirits with

the MOANIN' FROGS , followed by a BBQ at Avaloch Farm Music Institute on Saturday, October 10.

Click on the above photo to learn more about this eclectic ensemble!

Current AIL members can enjoy the performance and an Avaloch BBQ for $35 per person!

Don't miss this special opportunity!

Click on the button below to reserve your spot !


 

Accessibility Survey

 

A Heads-Up: Accessibility Survey Coming Soon


We’ll soon be asking AIL and community members to

share their experiences and thoughts about accessibility

at Colby-Sawyer College.


The AIL Board wants to hear from you—not only about access to our classrooms, but also about getting around

and accessing the campus more broadly.


Your perspective is important. The results of the survey will help us pinpoint specific accessibility needs and better understand where improvements could make a meaningful difference for AIL and community members.


Just as importantly, your feedback will help support AIL’s efforts to work in concert with the College to identify solutions and make improvements happen.



Please keep an eye out for this electronic survey

coming on October 15 via email.


When it arrives, please take a few minutes to share your thoughts.



We truly value your input!

 
 

Colby-Sawyer College

Community Connections

 

Events and opportunities

at Colby-Sawyer College!

Homecoming & Family Weekend at Colby-Sawyer College


This special weekend features a variety of activities, including alumni reunions, athletic events, campus tours,

and fun for Chargers of all ages.


Here are a few Homecoming events

open to AIL and community members.


Friday , Oct. 16

2:30 p.m. Healthcare Ethics in a Changing World

Clements Hall, Ivey Science Center


4:30 p.m. Joseph Csartai: Painter of the American Spirit

Exhibit & Reception, Davidow Center for Art + Design



Saturday, Oct. 17

9:45 a.m. A Conversation with President McCurdy

Room 201, Ivey Science Center


10:45 a.m. The Return to "Normalcy " - Our New Gilded Age

Clements Hall, Ivey Science Center


2:30 p.m. Celebrating 50 Years of the Windy Hill School

Windy Hill School


Click here to see the full schedule of events!

 
 
 

Colby-Sawyer Athletics


Come Cheer on the Chargers!

Show your Charger spirit this October! Join us at home contests throughout the month and cheer on our student-athletes.

Click on the Charger logo to view the athletics calendar and find a game or meet to attend.

 



"The summer has been splendid, but it has lasted long enough.

This morning I welcomed the chill in the air and viewed the falling leaves with cheerfulness.”

~A.A.Milne


 
 

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Adventures in Learning

Lifelong Learning at Colby-Sawyer College


Colby-Sawyer College

 541 Main Street

New London, NH 03257

www.ailcsc.com | (603)526-3690| adventures@colby-sawyer.edu