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Cultural History
Bob Newhart
Lake Forest Library 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL, United StatesBob Newhart turned 92 on September 5, 2021. 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 were legendary. … Continue reading
1972 – America 50 Years Ago
Scarsdale Adult School Scarsdale, United StatesOur time capsule lands 50 years ago in the tumultuous year of 1972. As the Vietnam war dragged on, the battles between Archie Bunker and his son-in-law, 'Meathead Mike' Stivic accurately reflected the deep divisions in 1972 America. 'All In … Continue reading
Betty White: America’s Favorite Potty Mouthed Grandma
private IL, United StatesThe 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 a … Continue reading
Bob Newhart
Scarsdale Adult School Scarsdale, United StatesFREE HYBRID EVENT: REGISTRATION REQUIRED! Bob Newhart turned 92 on September 5, 2021. 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 … Continue reading
Natalie Wood
Private VenueNatalie Wood was one of the most popular and glamorous actresses of the 1950s and 60s. She starred in numerous classic films including, "Miracle on 34th St." "Rebel Without a Cause," "West Side Story," "Gypsy," "Bob & Carol & Ted … Continue reading
Steve Martin
ZoomA common cliché in show business is to refer to someone as "one of a kind." Often that is hyperbole. But in the case of Steve Martin, it is literally true! No one has a skill set that matches that … Continue reading
Steve Martin
ZoomA common cliché in show business is to refer to someone as "one of a kind." Often that is hyperbole. But in the case of Steve Martin, it is literally true! No one has a skill set that matches that … Continue reading
Steve Martin
Scarsdale Adult School Scarsdale, United StatesA common cliché in show business is to refer to someone as "one of a kind." Often that is hyperbole. But in the case of Steve Martin, it is literally true! There is no one who has a skill set … Continue reading
M*A*S*H
Private VenueM*A*S*H is one of the most important, influential, and intriguing television series of all time. M*A*S*H was set during the Korean War., However, the creators of M*A*S*H intended to make a statement about the ongoing war in Vietnam and war … Continue reading
Steve Martin
Private VenueA common cliché in show business is to refer to someone as "one of a kind." Often that is hyperbole. But in the case of Steve Martin, it is literally true! There is no one who has a skill set … Continue reading