The recent release of the artificial intelligence (AI) program ChatGPT has catapulted this technology to the forefront of global conversations. The enormous potential of AI has many people both excited and fearful. Join Active Minds as we explain what AI is, how it can be used for good, and also its potential for abuse. Please stick around afterwards for a brief, interactive demonstration of AI.An Ageless event for Adults. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

First settled by Polynesian sailors 1,000 years ago, the Hawaiian Islands developed a unique culture that flourished in relative isolation for centuries. British explorer James Cook’s landing in 1778 put the islands on a path to colonization and eventual incorporation into the United States when Hawaii became the 50th state in 1959. Hawaii has most recently been in the news with erupting volcanoes and devastating wildfires. Join Active Minds as we explore the history and culture of the United States’ Pacific paradise, from Polynesian voyagers to modern volcanic wonders. An Ageless event for Adults. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

From packaging to clothing, toys, appliances, cars, medical products, and more, plastics are an essential part of our lives. But they also fill our landfills, pollute our oceans, and contribute to climate change. Join Active Minds as we tell the story of plastics, including our current relationship (positive and negative) with this ubiquitous material, as well as ongoing research into materials that may one day replace them. An Ageless event for Adults. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Water may well become the most disputed natural resource of the 21st century. Population growth, climate change, urbanization, and other factors have put increasing pressure on a finite resource. Competing water interests have affected Colorado’s history for over 100 years. The legal right to divert and use water in Colorado has been debated, legislated, and litigated since before the time of statehood in 1876. Join Active Minds as we seek to understand our water history, the current challenges, and what the future holds for our use of this precious resource. An Ageless event for Adults. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

As the city prepares to host the Summer Olympics in 2024, Paris will once again be in the spotlight. Join Active Minds as we trace the city's history, from its Celtic origins through becoming a cultural and political hub of France. We'll visit with some of the city's most colorful characters and notable places, including the Eiffel Tower, which was despised by Parisians in its day but has come to symbolize one of the world’s great cities. ADULTS. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

This summer’s Olympic Games will be held in Paris. Born of diplomatic and political design, the Olympics have always played an important role in international politics. The Olympics provide a stage for international cooperation and peaceful competition, as well as international conflict and confrontation. Join Active Minds as we explore the rich history of the Olympic Games and how the Games have been involved in a variety of international political issues over the years. ADULTS. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.