Fall 2011

Monday, September 12, 2011 at 3 pm & 7:30 pm
MONGOLIA, LAND OF GENGHIS KHAN
Buddy Hatton, narrator

Mongolia lies at the heart of Asia, on the balance between the ‘East’ of China, and the vast wilderness of Siberia in Russia. This huge, sparsely populated land encompasses a fabulous array of pristine landscapes and a nomadic people whose lives are in many ways unchanged from the days of Genghis Khan and the mighty Mongol Empire. Awesome expanses of rolling steppe, home to Mongolia’s famous horses and herdsmen, meet high glacial mountains, impenetrable forests and deep, crystal lakes, visit the Reindeer People, thrill at the world famous Nadaam Festival, stay with a Nomad family in the Gobi Desert, learn the real story of Genghis Kahn and so much more!!

Marsee Auditorium  $7

 

Monday, September 19, 2011 at 3 pm & 7:30 pm
CUBA: A ROAD TRIP FROM HAVANA TO SANTIAGO DE CUBA
Marlin Darrah, narrator

Long off-limits to Americans, Cuba – and Havana especially – is the most tragically beautiful country in the Caribbean. On this road from Havana to Santiago de Cuba, we travel in a beautiful 1950’s black Buick across this fascinating island-nation. From the old city of Havana, we drive to Pinar del Rio to sample cigars and see the world’s finest tobacco fields, then to the beaches of Matanzas and the Bay of Pigs, to sugar plantations, and colorful towns and finally arriving in Santiago.

Marsee Auditorium  $7

Monday, October 3, 2011 at 3 pm & 7:30 pm
YELLOWSTONE TRAILS AND TALES
Sandy Mortimer, narrator

The Yellowstone National Park Lake region contains hundreds of unusual geologic features that sustain an immense variety of wildlife. Let’s join the river otters and they guide us through… see bison, wolves, coyotes, fox, elk bighorn lambs, and much more, as we explore this truly unique world.

Marsee Auditorium  $7

Monday, October 17, 2011 at 3 pm & 7:30 pm
THE REAL WORLD OF FIJI
Rick Howard, narrator

Once known as the terrible cannibal islands to sailors the world over, the Fiji islands are now considered to be the friendliest islands of the Pacific. Fiji consists of two large islands and about three hundred smaller ones. This is a country with a violent and a colorful history. In the early days, the Fiji islands were a place of almost constant warfare between tribes. It was believed that to eat the flesh of your enemy was to take his MANA or power for yourself. We’ll visit Waya and explore the rest of this amazing island nation.

Marsee Auditorium  $7

Monday, October 31, 2011 at 3 pm & 7:30 pm
GREAT AMERICAN SOUTHWEST
Dennis Burkhart, narrator

The American Southwest is alive with adventure. From river rafting to rock climbing it is a frontier land, where the wild-west still lives in the greatest concentration of National Parks in the United States. Raft down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon, a natural wonder of the world. Explore the greatest geological story on earth at Zion, Bryce Canyon and Canyonlands National Park. From abundant wildlife to ancient dwellings in Mesa Verde this adventurous journey by foot and jeep goes beyond the headlines to the deepest secrets of the desert. See incredible geological wonders at Arches where stone spans vault into the sky and ancient dinosaur tracks compete for attention.

Marsee Auditorium  $7

Monday, November 14, 2011 at 3 pm & 7:30 pm
ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE
John Holod, narrator

Everybody loves to cruise Alaska’s “Inside Passage”, but how would you like to take your house along for the ride? The Alaska Marine Highway System allows you to do just that. You can drive your RV right on-board and stop wherever you want, and stay as long as you want! All the comforts of home are right there with you! You get to visit all the beautiful sights along the way, but at your own pace. Our journey begins in Bellingham, Washington just north of Seattle and ends in Skagway with its gold mining history and a ride on the White Pass and Yukon Railroad, a highlight of any trip to Alaska.

Marsee Auditorium  $7

Spring 2012

Monday, January 23, 2012 at 3 pm & 7:30 pm
ROAD TO OBERAMMERGAU
Stan Walsh, narrator

In the hills of Bavaria, Germany, the village of Oberammergau is our destination. Since the Middle Ages, pilgrims have trekked here to witness the now-famous folk drama called “The Passion Play,” which depicts the finals days of Jesus. It was first performed in 1633 by the villagers to hopefully exempt them from the plague that was ravishing Europe. The village was only mildly infected and thus they vowed to present the drama every decade. Our journey with 36 modern pilgrims begins in Rome. It is a joyful, spiritual road trip via Assisi, Florence, Pisa, Venice, Lucerne and Munich to Oberammergau. We also learn the inside story of this famous village.

Marsee Auditorium  $7

Monday, January 30, 2012 at 3 pm & 7:30 pm
PRAGUE - PARIS AND A CRUISE
Clint Denn, narrator

Experience two of Europes most exciting and historic cities, Prague and Paris. Visit Hradcany Castle, on the hill overlooking picturesque Prague and hear the “big Band” sound of the military band. Watch the colorful Changing of the Guards and then stroll through Old Town to landmark Charles Bridge to watch local artists at work. At Wenselas Square enjoy the energy of a beautiful cosmopolitan city. In the evening enjoy the concert in historic Smetana Hall. The magic of Paris is evident upon arrival. This City of Lights is a marvel at any time, but especially during Bastille Day celebrations. By day or by night her charm will capture you. Visit the incomparable Eiffel Tower, inside the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Arc de Triumph, Cemetery Pere La Chaise, Napoleon's Tomb, Avenue Des Champs Elyses. Enjoy the beauty of Luxembourg Gardens where we hear an orchestra. Thrill to the music of a military band celebrating Bastille Day. Stroll the Latin Quarter and enjoy sidewalk cafes and freshly made crepes. Explore along the Sein River area and the little Statue of Liberty. Marvel at the beauty of the Eiffel light show and fireworks.

Marsee Auditorium  $7

Monday, February 13, 2012 at 3 pm & 7:30 pm
AROUND THE WORLD - ONE MAN'S JOURNEY
Doug Jones, narrator

Highlights of the film include The Taj Mahal, The Kamakura Buddha, The Pyramids, The Treasures of Tutankhamen, The Eiffel Tower, Big Ben, The Berlin Wall, Iguazu Falls, Machu Picchu, Carnaval in Rio, The Great Wall of China, and The Glaciers of Alaska. Destinations as diverse as Hollywood to Hong Kong, Moscow to Brunei, Tokyo to the Amazon are featured in this very personal film. The film shows how our world has changed and exposes the viewer to an amazing assortment of different cultures.

Marsee Auditorium  $7

Monday, February 27, 2012 at 3 pm & 7:30 pm
A TASTE OF OLD HOLLAND
Don Van Polen, narrator

Having photographed the country several times, the Van Polens know almost every nook and cranny and byway in the entire country. You will explore the back roads and byways of old Holland, hear the fascinating stories and traditions, walk through fields and gardens of tulips, visit the ancient mills on Windmill Day and savor the flavor of what the country was like a hundred years ago.

Marsee Auditorium  $7

Monday, March 12, 2012 at 3 pm & 7:30 pm
ALONG THE ROYAL INCA ROAD
Karin Muller, narrator

The 3,200 mile Inca Road was built over five hundred years ago to link the outposts of the Inca Empire. We’ll travel this route, spinning it into a modern tapestry of faces and memories, while intertwining a chronicle of the Inca and how they lived, worshipped, and warred. In this expedition we’ll search for remnants of the ancient road, while offering a rare glimpse into the descendants of the Inca.

Marsee Auditorium  $7

Monday, March 26, 2012 at 3 pm & 7:30 pm
MAGIC OF PERSIA: INSIDE IRAN TODAY
Aryana Farshad, narrator

This two-part documentary explores the history and culture of ancient Persia and modern day Iran. Part one covers the historic Persian Empire which carries a legacy of diversity and tolerance born in an “age of awakening”. Part two chronicles a contemporary Iran little seen by the outside world, a country of diverse landscapes and dramatic contrasts. Archival footage, artwork and artifacts reveal how ancient traditions and modern ways coexist. The film offers a unique perspective into this land which is on the forefront of world events today

Marsee Auditorium  $7