The public is invited to Older Wiser Learners (OWLs), a series of talks featuring local experts, held in the chapel at St. John's Herr Estate, 200 Luther Lane, Columbia. All programs will take place on Mondays at 2 p.m.

On Nov. 17, the Rev. Stephen Herr, Bishop of the Lower Susquehanna Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, will speak on a topic yet to be decided. The talk on Dec. 15 will focus on the Columbia Borough Christmas church walk. The program on Jan. 19 will feature Dr. Charles Scharnberger, professor emeritus at Millersville University and St. John's resident, speaking on "Why Does a Compass Needle Point North (or Does It Always)?" On Feb. 16, Stephen Medvic, professor of government at Franklin & Marshall College, will present "What Hath Elbridge Wrought? The History of Political Gerrymandering in the United States." On March 16, the Rev. Maria Erling, United Lutheran Seminary, Gettysburg, will speak on "Push and Pull: Causes of Immigration in United States History." The program on April 20 will feature Columbia Borough Mayor Leo Lutz speaking on "Columbia, Now and in the Future." On May 18, Talor Walsh, associate professor of geology at Millersville University, will discuss "Pennsylvania's Dynamic Tectonic History and Why It Matters."

Visitors should park in the Personal Care lot and use that entrance to access the programs.