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(EVENT300) BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ALIVE - MAINSTAGE CHAUTAUQUA PERFORMANCE

A Chautauqua performance portraying Benjamin Franklin is a living-history presentation in which actor GregRobin Smith appears in character, speaking in the first person as Franklin. Blending historical scholarship, storytelling, wit, and audience interaction, the program explores Franklin's life and ideas, including his pivotal role in the American Revolution as a statesman, diplomat to France, and advocate for independence.

Wednesday, July 1, 2026, Beaufort campus

(EVENT301) BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ALIVE - BRUNCH WITH BEN

GregRobin Smith, performing as Benjamin Franklin, presents a first-person Chautauqua-style program exploring Franklin's life, ideas, and legacy through scholarship, storytelling, and audience interaction. Join Mr.Franklin for brunch.

Monday, June 29, 2026, Bluffton campus

(EVENT302) BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ALIVE - TEA, COFFEE & CONVERSATION

GregRobin Smith, performing as Benjamin Franklin, presents a first-person Chautauqua-style program exploring Franklin's life, ideas, and legacy through scholarship, storytelling, and audience interaction. Join Mr.Franklin for coffee, tea, and conversation.

Tuesday, June 30, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(EVENT303) MAHJONG OPEN PLAY

Looking for a Mahjong group to test your skills? Come play in Beaufort 3 Tuesdays in July! We will have tables set up, just bring your 2026 card and come play.

July 7-21, 2026, Beaufort campus

(EVENT304) SPEAKEASY BUNCO

If you can roll dice, count and recognize THREE of a KIND, you can play BUNCO. Come join us in playing a quick moving, social and fun game. We will guide you along as we play together. BUNCO is a great way to meet other OLLI members. Table treats and small prizes will be provided. Be ready for a few good laughs with new friends! Come early for coffee and conversation at 10:00 before we roll the dice!

Thursday, July 23, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus