Mizell Center’s 3rd Wednesday Speaker Series brings together distinguished voices in the arts, culture, health, history, and civic life for engaging conversations that inspire, educate, and connect our communities. The series explores timely ideas and diverse perspectives, fostering lifelong learning and meaningful dialogue. 3rd Wednesday’s reflect Mizell’s commitment to enriching lives through shared knowledge, thoughtful conversation, and social engagement.
Keeping Your Brain Engaged | In Recognition of National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | 5:30 p.m.
Join a conversation about how mentally stimulating activities like jigsaw puzzles may help maintain memory, concentration, and problem-solving skills as we age. We’ll explore activities that engage the mind and offer opportunities for connection and accomplishment, including approaches for people living with cognitive issues.
Panelists include: Jace Flatt, PhD, MPH, UNLV School of Public Health; Eileen Lynch, Parkinson’s Resource Center; and Jeff Leiman, Alzheimer’s Association. Moderated by Rob Wheeler, Executive Director of Mizell Center. Join us for a pre-reception and enjoy an exhibition of puzzles assembled by Mizell Center participants. Add a piece to our community puzzle and connect with fellow guests.
Sponsored by Edward Jones, a national supporter of the Alzheimer’s Association and its mission to advance Alzheimer’s research, care, and support
RSVP at 760-323-5689
Prior 3rd Wednesday Speaker Series:
- Contradictions: Bringing the Past Forward, June 2026
- Colorectal Cancer: Understanding, Preventing, Diagnosing & Treating, March 2026
- Colorectal & Anal Cancers with Q&A Presented by Desert Oasis Healthcare, December 2025
- POZ Magazine: Education, Advocacy & Activism. 30 Years Doing the Work, November 2024
- Protecting, Preserving and Promoting the Erotic Arts: Durk Dehner in Conversation with Jamison Rockmore, October 2024
- Proactive Prostate Health: Empowering Men for a Brighter Future, September 2024
- Food for the Soul Proactive Prostate Health: Empowering Men for a Brighter Future. Chefs Betty Berrysmith, Michael Taylor and moderator Darlyne Johnson examine the sociological and historical context of soul food, June 2024
- Documentary Screening: AIDS DIVA: The Connie Norman Story, March 2024
- Celebrating Black History: Christian Cooper in Conversation with Lorenzo Taylor, February 2024
- Alzheimer’s at the Opera: A Conversation & Recital, January 2024
- Out & Faithful: People, Religion & Spirituality, December 2023
- Reflections on Juneteenth: Conversation & Gospel Recital, June 2022