September 9 - Sam Donaldson
An Evening with Sam Donaldson
Television icon Sam Donaldson is known for his candor, tenacity and big personality. His commentary on the top political stories of the day is informative, engaging and filled with humor. The winner of four Emmy Awards, three Peabody Awards and countless other honors, this veteran journalist charms audiences around the world.

September 30 - Dr. Sherwin Nuland
Medicine in the Next 100 Years: Can We Still Age Gracefully and in Good Health?
Co-sponsored by The Bankoff Endowment for the Forum and The Duneland
Health Council
Physician, surgeon, teacher, medical historian and best selling author, Dr. Sherwin Nuland continues to enlighten and inspire audiences with his research, scholarship, philosophy and most importantly, his passion on the subject of living well and dying well. Dr. Nuland’s extraordinarily successful book How We Die remained on the New York Times bestseller list for 34 weeks and won the National Book Award.
Books can be purchased and Dr. Nuland will sign copies after the program.

October 21 - Dr. Steven Beering
Science in the Public Interest
Sponsored by Purdue University North Central
Dr. Steven Beering, former President of Purdue University, is the current Chairman of the National Science Board. He brings his unique perspective to audiences across the country, taking the complexities of scientific study and presenting their relationship with the interests of the public in understandable, and compelling terms.

November 11 - Bruce Feiler
Who Speaks for God? Reclaiming Religion From the Extremists
From the front lines of the Middle East to the battle lines in Washington, the world is consumed by a struggle over religion. One of the leading writers of his generation, Bruce Feiler combines history, religion, adventure and personal discovery in his enormously popular presentations. His 2006 PBS mini-series was the most widely watched in that network’s history and he has received critical acclaim for all seven books he has written.
Books can be purchased and Dr. Feiler will sign copies after the program.

December 2 - Mary Cheney
Inside the Bubble: What Really Goes on Inside Presidential Campaigns
Sponsored by NIPSCO
Offering a unique perspective and the authority of having played a key role in two national elections, Mary Cheney pulls back the curtain and offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the highintensity world of presidential politics and political campaigns. Controversial and outspoken this best selling author has been wowing standing room only audiences across the country.
Books can be purchased and Ms. Cheney will sign copies after the program.