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Cultural History
The History Of Santa Claus!
UniperCome and learn the fascinating history of Santa! Who doesn't love Santa Claus? Although Santa's origins can be traced to a religious figure (Saint Nicholas) in Christian lore, over the years Santa Claus has morphed into a universally recognized symbol of kindness, … Continue reading
Looking Back – Looking Ahead – 2024 in Review/Predictions for 2025 (Monday AM)
Zoom"Looking Back/Looking Ahead" is, without question, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year, this program sold out at every venue - so reserve your seats early! Perhaps it's just the era we are in, but this … Continue reading
Looking Back – Looking Ahead – 2024 in Review/Predictions for 2025 (Tuesday PM)
Zoom"Looking Back/Looking Ahead" is, without question, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year, this program sold out at every venue - so reserve your seats early! Perhaps it's just the era we are in, but this … Continue reading
Looking Back – Looking Ahead – 2024 in Review/Predictions for 2025
UniperThis is, without question, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year, this program sold out at every venue - so reserve your seats early! Perhaps it's just the era we are in, but this year seemed … Continue reading
Betty White: America’s Favorite Potty Mouthed Grandma
UniperThe fabulous Betty White has been called an American national treasure - and rightly so! Up until her death at 99, Betty White was a beacon of positivity even in difficult years! Witty, working, and happy, Betty White it's … Continue reading
Betty White: America’s Favorite Potty Mouthed Grandma
Addolorata Villa 555 McHenry Rd, Wheeling, ILPLEASE NOTE! This is a live and in-person presentation. The registration fee includes a lovely lunch! Registration info is below! The cost is $22 through the wonderful Niles Senior Center! The fabulous Betty White has been called an American … Continue reading
Bob Newhart
UniperLIVE EVENT: Bob Newhart turned 93 on September 5, 2022. He is a living legend and widely regarded as one of the nicest men in Hollywood history. Two of his sitcoms became iconic, and his appearances on the Tonight Show … Continue reading
Best Actresses To Never Win An Oscar!
Glenview Senior Center 2400 Chestnut Ave, Glenview, IL, United StatesThe Academy Awards are designed to recognize the greatest achievements in movies. Each year, huge audiences watch the Oscars, and the results can make or break a film's chances at success. They also have a huge impact on the careers … Continue reading
Barry’s Broadway Blockbusters Part I
Northbrook Senior Center 3323 Walters Ave, Northbrook, United StatesI am so excited about this program! Barry's Broadway blockbuster, part one, will examine some of the show-stopping moments on Broadway in the last 25 years. In this exciting brand-new program, cultural historian and Broadway maven Barry Bradford presents some … Continue reading
Mel Brooks
Private VenueMel Brooks wrote, directed, and starred in some of the funniest movies of all time. He even wrote the music for them! As a TV writer working for the great Sid Caesar, Mel Brooks contributed to perhaps the funniest TV … Continue reading