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SUMMARY:Houdini
DESCRIPTION:Harry Houdini \nThe name of Harry Houdini has become synonymous with magic. Simply no magician or escape artist has ever captivated the American public’s imagination the way that the legendary Houdini did.  \n“The Great Houdini” started out his life in relative obscurity as a Rabbi’s son in Wisconsin. However\, the athletic\, agile and ambitious young man quickly developed an unparalleled gift for escape\, illusion and entertainment. He dazzled audiences around the world\, was  major star in silent movies and raised magic to the level of an art form. \nClick here to read about how\, in his later years\, Harry Houdini\, became fascinated with paranormal claims. He spent a huge amount of time and money debunking fake psychics\, astrologers\, fortunetellers\, and faith healers. This fascinating man will come to life in rare video clips mixed with the details of his extraordinary life and mysterious death. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/houdini-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231009T130000
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SUMMARY:The Crime of the Century – The Supermodel\, The Architect\, And the Insane Millionaire
DESCRIPTION:Click here to read more about this amazing story! \nAt the dawn of the 20th century\, America was riveted by the first celebrity murder case in America. Every element of this story is fascinating! \nThe murderer was already famous and so was the victim and so was the murderer’s wife. The venue was famous\, and so were the lawyers involved. The only thing missing was wall-to-wall cable news coverage! As I often say when speaking to audiences: “You can’t make this stuff up!” \nThe Crime: Stanford White\, the most famous architect in America\, was murdered on the rooftop of Madison Square Garden (a building he designed) by Harry K Thaw of Pittsburgh\, the insane millionaire heir to one of America’s great fortunes.  With some justification\, Thaw obsessively believed that Stanford White had drugged and raped Thaw’s teenage wife – the very glamorous and very young showgirl Evelyn Nesbitt. And just to make the story even more tabloid-ready\, Ms. Nesbitt was the first supermodel in American history. \nYou cannot make this stuff up! \nDoes this fantastic and unique true crime story sound just a little familiar? \nIn that case\, it’s because the story of the murder of Stanford White by Harry K. Thaw and the involvement of glamorous Evelyn Nesbit was the basis of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, Oscar Award-winning movie\, and Tony Award-winning Broadway musical “Ragtime” and the 1950s potboiler film “The Girl in the Red Velvet Swing.” \nThis fascinating\, one-of-a-kind multimedia presentation will bring to life the vivid celebrities\, lurid crime\, and surprising history of the first crime of the century. \nCOST FOR NON-MEMBERS IS $14 \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-crime-of-the-century-the-supermodel-the-architect-and-the-insane-millionaire-6/
LOCATION:Park Ridge Senior Center\, 733 N. Prospect Ave.\, Park Ridge\, IL\, 60068
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231010T113000
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SUMMARY:The Best Movies Filmed In Chicago (Mid-Day)
DESCRIPTION:“Best Movies Shot In Chicago” \n\n\nChicago and its suburbs have been the setting for some great movies over the years. In this fascinating multimedia presentation\, we will look at film clips and hear the stories about some of the best movies that were shot on location in the neighborhoods of Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. \nFrom great dramas\, including “The Fugitive\,” to romantic comedies\, including “My Best Friend’s Wedding\,” we’ll explore some fabulous films. \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, email me\, and I will waive your fee. You only have to request the waiver once; it will automatically cover you for all future programs. I am struggling but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘Chicago AM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘Chicago AM’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for Chicago AM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! Email me for a waiver if you are not able to pay. \nRegistration \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-best-movies-filmed-in-chicago-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chicago History,Cultural History
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SUMMARY:The Best Movies Filmed In Chicago (Evening)
DESCRIPTION:“Best Movies Shot In Chicago” \n\n\nChicago and its suburbs have been the setting for some great movies over the years. In this fascinating multimedia presentation\, we will look at film clips and hear the stories about some of the best movies that were shot on location in the neighborhoods of Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. \nFrom great dramas\, including “The Fugitive\,” to romantic comedies\, including “My Best Friend’s Wedding\,” we’ll explore some fabulous films. \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, email me\, and I will waive your fee. You only have to request the waiver once; it will automatically cover you for all future programs. I am struggling but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘Chicago PM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘Chicago PM’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for Chicago PM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! Email me for a waiver if you are not able to pay. \nRegistration \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-best-movies-filmed-in-chicago-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chicago History,Cultural History
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SUMMARY:Hamilton: The Man\, Miranda And The Musical
DESCRIPTION:Who could have predicted that an 818-page biography of America’s first Secretary of the Treasury\, Alexander Hamilton\, would become one of the biggest Broadway smashes of all time? Yet this fascinating blend of history and hip-hop\, political debate\, and show tunes has not only swept the Tony Awards but played to standing-room-only audiences for over 8 years! \nNaturally\, as a historian who lives for Broadway\, I couldn’t wait to be in the audience. And I can tell you that the show more than lives up to its hype. This is an amazing work of genius – a combination of history\, music\, performance\, and thought-provoking content that will long be considered a hallmark in the history of Broadway. \n Alexander Hamilton: The Man\, The Writer\, The Musical\nIn this brand-new\, fast-paced\, and fascinating multimedia presentation\, I will offer audiences a mini-biography of the real Alexander Hamilton and his place in American history. Then we will look at the life and work of Lin-Manuel Miranda\, the genius who created and starred in Hamilton. \nFinally\, we will look at the musical itself. I’ll play excerpts from the songs\, explain the narrative structure and help you have a greater appreciation for the show\, whether you’ve seen it a dozen times already or are seeing it for the first time! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/hamilton-the-man-miranda-and-the-musical-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Political History
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SUMMARY:1948: America 75 Years Ag0
DESCRIPTION:I’m back with the latest installment of my popular “Time Capsule” series! Each session will explore the year’s top news stories\, top movies and shows\, famous birds and deaths\, what things cost\, and so much more! \nIn this session\, we will dive into America as it was 75 years ago\, \nIn the tumultuous year of 1948. The baby boom was in full swing; we read the famous “Dewey defeats Truman” headline\, and “Uncle Milty” – the one and only Milton Berle – made Americans run out and buy their first television! 1948 brought one of the most exciting upset elections of all time; Israel was born\, as was Billy Crystal\, Gandhi was assassinated\, and the first instant cameras were used. \n\
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1948-america-75-years-ago-3/
LOCATION:Northbrook Senior Center\, 3323 Walters Ave\, Northbrook\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Civil Rights,Cultural History,Political History,Sports History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231027T133000
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SUMMARY:Life And Career Of Robert Redford
DESCRIPTION:Robert Redford is one of the most popular American movie actors of all time. Although he was initially thought of as just a “pretty boy” presence\, like Tyrone Power and Paul Newman before him\, Robert Redford proved to be a superb actor.  The life and career of Robert Redford will fascinate you! \nLike his friend and mentor\, Paul Newman\, Robert Redford took a long time to “find himself.” He spent his youth in trouble with the law and drank his way out of a division one baseball scholarship. \nLife And Career Of Robert Redford\nAfter living a wandering\,  bohemian life in Europe\, Redford returned to the United States and settled into acting. For over a half a century\, he has been featured in some of the most popular and important American films of his era. As a Director\, he has won an Academy award\, become perhaps the most important champion of independent filmmaking through his creation of the Sundance Film Festival\, been hailed as a leading spokesman for environmental protection\, and developed a reputation for philanthropy. Although he is now retired from acting\, the legacy of Robert Redford will impact American film for decades to come. \n  \nThe Highland Park Senior Center hosts this live\, in-person event.  There is a fee to attend\, and registration is required. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/life-and-career-of-robert-redford-2/
LOCATION:Highland Park Senior Center\, 1677 Old Deerfield Rd\, Highland Park\, IL\, 60035
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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