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SUMMARY:Deir el-Ballas: a Palatial-City from Ancient Egypt
DESCRIPTION:  \nDr. Nicholas Brown\, a Yale Egyptologist returns to discuss his latest excavations. Don’t miss this journey into one of history’s most iconic tombs and its spiritual significance. \nNicholas (Nick) Brown is an American Egyptologist who has worked as an archaeologist in Egypt since 2011. He received his MA degree in Egyptology from the American University in Cairo in 2016 and his PhD in Egyptology at the UCLA in 2024. Currently he lives between New Haven\, CT and Cairo\, Egypt. His excavation experience includes working with archaeological sites in Aswan (at Elephantine Island and Wadi el-Hudi) and Deir el-Ballas\, as well as funerary sites in Luxor\, Amarna and the Sudan. In 2016\, Nicholas’s research interests include royal funerary material culture from the New Kingdom\, as well as the use and perception of ancient Egypt within modern contexts.
URL:https://staplesacademyfoundation.org/event/deir-el-ballas-a-palatial-city-from-ancient-egypt/
LOCATION:Congregational Church Hall\, 336 Westport Road\, Easton\, CT\, 06612\, United States
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SUMMARY:Old School Jazz All Stars
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and experience the magic of live jazz with the Old School Jazz All Stars! This unforgettable evening features a powerhouse lineup of seasoned musicians\, including Chris Coogan\, Tim DeHuff\, Tyger MacNeal\, and John Mobilio\, joined by the dynamic Saugatuck Horns. \nJoin us on Thursday\, April 23 at 7 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM) for an intimate night of soulful melodies\, swing\, and classic jazz energy. Hosted by the Staples Academy Foundation with the Historical Society of Easton at the Congregational Church of Easton\, this is the perfect event for jazz lovers and music enthusiasts alike. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy world-class talent in a warm\, welcoming setting—tickets are just $20! \nAll proceeds help restore and maintain the historic Staples Academy building.  Dating to 1795 and located in the heart of Easton\, the Academy building served as one of our country’s earliest co-educational facilities\, our first town library and town hall.
URL:https://staplesacademyfoundation.org/event/old-school-jazz-all-stars/
LOCATION:Congregational Church Hall\, 336 Westport Road\, Easton\, CT\, 06612\, United States
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SUMMARY:“Pekin(g) to Paris - A motoring odyssey in a 1910 White Steam Car”
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and across continents! \nJoin us for a fascinating presentation by Mitch and Wendy Gross as they share the incredible story of their journey in a 1910 White Steam Car during the legendary 2019 Peking to Paris Challenge. Covering an astonishing 8\,500 miles\, this 109-year-old automobile proved its endurance by completing one of the world’s most demanding vintage car rallies! \nSee the historic vehicle up close and hear firsthand about the adventure\, challenges\, and triumphs along the way. This is a free lecture and their will be refreshments available at the BBQ! \nEvent Details: \n📍 Congregational Church Hall \n🕒 Presentation at 3:00 PM \nPre-Event Celebration: \n🔥 BBQ from 1:00–3:00 PM in the lower lot \nEnjoy great food and classic cars—a perfect combination! \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to experience living history\, remarkable engineering\, and an unforgettable journey brought to life. Co-sponsored with the Historical Society of Easton as part of our town’s America 250 celebrations. 
URL:https://staplesacademyfoundation.org/event/peking-to-paris-a-motoring-odyssey-in-a-1910-white-steam-car/
LOCATION:Congregational Church Hall\, 336 Westport Road\, Easton\, CT\, 06612\, United States
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