How can we combat the epidemic of loneliness in our society by building community in our neighborhoods and towns? Author and activist Susan Carey attempts to answer this question and many more in her newly published book More Than Merely Eyes Can See. By conducting interviews with attendees of a weekly Friday dinner in Hartford, Carey captures not only the lives of our neighbors, but remains committed to a dignified and honest portrayal devoid of stereotypes and focused on trust, empathy, and unconditional love. For Adults.

Since the pandemic, inflation has risen significantly, causing central banks around the world to raise interest rates. Will the Federal Reserve push the world’s largest economy into a recession? If so, what would that mean for our workforce and financial markets? Tim Baker, CFA, Founder & CEO of Metric Financial, will explore how recessions come to be, their broader implications, and whether one is coming. He will also discuss some important trends in the investment industry and how they affect everyday investors. For Adults.