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Singing In The Rain Broadway and Hollywood

North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

"Singin' In The Rain" has been called the best movie ever that did not win a single Oscar. The remarkable story of how this dazzling musical came to be is both charming and enlightening. We will hear the behind-the-scenes stories … Continue reading

The History Of ABC (PM)

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The youngest of the big three broadcasting networks, the American Broadcasting Company (ABC), began as an offshoot of NBC and was for decades mired in third place in the ratings. That began to change when Walt Disney stepped in. Disney … Continue reading

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The History Of ABC (Mid – Day)

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The youngest of the big three broadcasting networks, the American Broadcasting Company (ABC), began as an offshoot of NBC and was for decades mired in third place in the ratings. That began to change when Walt Disney stepped in. Disney … Continue reading

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Hamilton: The Man, Miranda And The Musical

North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

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 … Continue reading

The Election Of 1960

Private Venue

The election of 1960 was one of the most dramatic elections in American history. Until the halted recount in the election of 2000, it was the closest  Presidential election in our lifetimes.  This riveting multimedia presentation features amazing anecdotes, entry … Continue reading

The Life And The Films Of Paul Newman

Northbrook Senior Center 3323 Walters Ave, Northbrook, United States

  The Life And The Films Of Paul Newman   Paul Newman was one of the greatest movie stars of all time.  He was certainly among the most handsome actors ever to grace the silver screen!  However, he was far … Continue reading

Barbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV Reporter

Northbrook Senior Center 3323 Walters Ave, Northbrook, United States

Barbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV Reporter The late Barbara Walters was the first superstar woman television news reporter.  Fighting against many barriers, she opened the door for women to be taken seriously as news anchors and news reporters on … Continue reading

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1948: America 75 Years Ago (AM)

Private Venue

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! In this session, we … Continue reading

American Movies Set In Italy (PM)

North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

Italy!  Italy is a beautiful country - the weather and the colors are as warm as the people. Diane Lane Glows "Under The Tuscan Sun" Americans are welcomed in every part of the country. Whether tourists want to admire the … Continue reading