Programs
The Jefferson Educational Society offers different programs during the Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall terms. Some of the past and current programs include the Global Summit, Metro 100, Brock Institute Lectures, Community Conversations, Jefferson Satellite programs, and other special programs.
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Publications
The JES, it's writers, researchers, and Scholars-in-Residence publish various books, essays, journals, quick timely reads, book-notes, and reports about a wide range of topics. In 2022, the writers produced a record year, creating more than 140 publications.
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Membership
By becoming a member of the Jefferson, you will have access to benefits including: priority registration of events; advance notice of programs and lectures; an increased number of free events available to members; invitations to special member events; and subscriptions to JES publications.
Become a MemberHarborcreek Satellite: The French Expeditions to Lake Erie: An American Legacy
Dr. David Frew, Ph.D. An 18th Century betting person might have predicted that North America would have become French as opposed to British, Spanish, or a brand-new, independent country: ... Read More »East Erie Satellite: From Regrets to Recovery: The Life-Changing Story 'Breaking the Chains of Poverty'
Scott Hollyfield Scott Hollyfield has regrets. But he chose not to dwell on them. Join this Pittsburgh native, as he shares his life story – one that started out poised to "go ... Read More »The Penn State Extension Master Gardener Program in Erie County: Building Community Through Horticulture, Food Security, and Environmental Education
Lisa Rand, M.B.A., M.S., Extension Educator and Master Gardener Coordinator, Penn State University; and Michael Bailey, B.S., Master Gardener Member, Penn State University The Penn State Extension Master Gardener Program has been a steady and meaningful force in Erie County for decades, training community volunteers to bring research-bas... Read More »Advancing Community Progress in Erie, Pennsylvania
The Jefferson Educational Society (JES) of Erie is a nonprofit institution where conversations commence and ideas take action. We were founded to promote civic enlightenment and community progress for the Erie Region through the study, research, and discussion of those ideas and events that have influenced the human condition. The Society offers courses, seminars, and lectures which explain the central ideas that have formed the past, assist in exploring the present, and offer guidance to enhance the civic future of the Erie Region.
JES honors American heritage, discusses local progress through winter programming
JES to host President Barack Obama at Global Su...
Dr. Robert Garland to return for second residency
Football powerhouse Jim Kelly joins JES Global ...
