Events

The Towson University Retired Faculty Association (TURFA) offers many events throughout the year for the enjoyment, engagement and continued edification of members. 

dan rodricks speaking
Dan Rodricks speaking at a TURFA Fall Forum event.

Event Information 

TURFA events are wide ranging and include such things as: timely talks on current affairs, social get-togethers, informative talks by invited speakers and by members on their areas of expertise, virtual and live tours of both on-campus and off-campus facilities, conversations with university administrators and project directors, film discussions, non-fiction book group discussions, bicycle rides and many other types of events.

Events are open to all members and typically are held all year long. Upcoming events are posted below. Event announcements and details are also sent to members via email. Frequently, members are invited to bring guests.

Both TURFA members and non-members interested in attending additional events on campus are encouraged to explore Calendars & Events,  Department of Music’s Events Calendar,  College of Liberal Arts Events and TU Today.

TURFA has a special relationship with the Osher Institute for Lifelong Learning at Towson. Osher offers discounted membership and tuition fees for TURFA members giving discounted access to classes, lectures, trips and special events.

Members are encouraged to make suggestions for events or to create interest groups. Have an idea for an event?  Email the TURFA President to share your suggestion.

Upcoming Events

The Maryland Department of Aging (MDA) has a phenomenal range of resources enabling older adults (people like us) to remain independent longer.  TURFA has invited Renee Stainrod, Manager, Maryland No Wrong Door/ Maryland Access Point at the MDA to share information about how you can access various components of the State’s support system for older adults. She will introduce the wide range of resources and programs available through MDA that enable older Marylanders to remain healthy longer and remain in our communities.  Did you know that there is a Medical Equipment Lending program?  Did you know you can get help with home improvements that increase personal safety?

Join us for Renee’s presentation that will be followed by an opportunity for your questions.  Renee will be joined by Amanda Distefano, for Q&A.

Join the Zoom meeting at 7 p.m.

Details to follow.

Come join fellow TURFA members and their significant others for libation and conversation.

Racer's Café had 20 beer brands on Tap!!   Lots of parking spaces are directly across the street.

Contact Tom Maronick at maronick@verizon.net if you have questions.

Additional Events Being Planned

  • Thirsty Thursdays
  • Discussion on topics of interest to members
  • Bicycle rides
  • Film group discussions
  • Non-fiction book group discussions

Recent Past Events

  • March 20, 2025, from 4 – 6 PM: TURFA Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour at Racer's Cafe, Harford Road and Taylor Avenue.
  • March 14, 2025, 3 p.m.: Special TURFA Tour of the New Health Science Building.
  • March 13, 2025, from 2 – 3:30 PM: Non‐fiction Book Group Virtual Discussion – “A Tale of Love and Darkness” a memoir by Amos Oz. (Pub. 2004).
  • February 26, 2025, from 3 – 4:30 PM: TURFA Film Club – Virtual discussion of the film “Masculine-Feminine” (France, 1966), directed by Jean-Luc Godard.
  • November 2, 2024, from 12 noon – 4 PM: Computer Workshop for Medicare Part D Prescription Plans at the Liberal Arts Building in Room 2329 on the Towson University Campus.
  • October 10, 2024, from 2 – 4 PM: TURFA Fall Forum: Making the Transition to Medicare Part D Prescription Plans for Maryland State Retirees, at the Towson University South Pavilion.

Groups

As the listing below shows, there are several active special interest groups.

TURFA Non-Fiction Reading Group

This group meets regularly each month. If you are interested in participating please contact the group facilitator, Jo-Ann Pilardi at .

TURFA Film Group

The film group has been meeting regularly. If you are interested in joining, please contact Peter Lev at .

TURFA Bicycling Group

The bicycling group plans short rides depending on the weather. If you want to get involved, contact Jim Paulsen at .

There are plenty of opportunities to take the lead and initiate a new group. Local theater, hikes, crafts, genealogy, etc., await a member with an interest to take the lead. TURFA will support your efforts and get the word out to members.