Oct 16, 2026
Donna Billings-Davis; The Island of Madeira Portugal
An island of green mountains, cascading waterfalls, and Atlantic views — Madeira offers a very different side of Portugal.
On Friday, October 16, Donna Billings-Davis will present “The Island of Madeira, Portugal,” introducing us to a destination where dramatic scenery and distinctive traditions come together.
Madeira’s mountainous landscape packs remarkable variety into a relatively small island. Its northern coast features lush forests and waterfalls, while the southern coast includes the lively city of Funchal. Among its most unusual features are the levadas, irrigation channels built to carry mountain water to farms and settlements. Paths alongside these waterways now offer a distinctive way to experience the island’s scenery.
Add its celebrated Madeira wine, mild climate, and rich cultural heritage, and there is plenty to interest travelers and armchair explorers alike.
Join us for a Friday morning introduction to this Atlantic island. Whether Portugal is on your travel list or you simply enjoy discovering somewhere new, Madeira is well worth getting to know.
| Date | Speaker/ Presentation |
| 10/16/26 | Donna Billings-Davis; The Island of Madeira Portugal |
| 10/23/26 | Jim Haller, Historian: The History of Radio In Pittsburgh |
| 10/30/26 | Steve Robbins; TWA’s Iconic Terminal Building at JFK International Airport |
