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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - May 2026 Current Events (NSSC)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-april-2026-current-events-nssc/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - May 2026 Current Events (PM)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events discussion presentation with a twist.  Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: All comments and questions must be submitted respectfully and in an appropriate tone.  Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \nCOST \nI ask for a minimum 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.  I struggle to support a family\, so I understand the challenges of living on a tight budget with compassion. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPlease put ‘May PM’ in the subject line. \nPaypal: \n \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘May PM.’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for May PM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it!  Please email me for a waiver if you are unable to pay. \nREGISTRATION LINK – Click Here \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly.  SAVE THE CONFIRMATIONEMAIL.  If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder.  The other alternative is to return to the website and sign up again. I’m unable to send you the link.   They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/2026-what-just-happened-zoom-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - May 2025 Current Events (Uniper)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-may-2025-current-events-uniper/
LOCATION:Uniper
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - April 2026 Current Events (NSSC)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-april-2026-current-events-nssc-2/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - April 2026 Current Events (PM)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events discussion presentation with a twist.  Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: All comments and questions must be submitted respectfully and in an appropriate tone.  Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \nCOST \nI ask for a minimum 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.  I struggle to support a family\, so I understand the challenges of living on a tight budget with compassion. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPlease put ‘April PM’ in the subject line. \nPaypal: \n \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘April PM.’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for April PM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it!  Please email me for a waiver if you are unable to pay. \nREGISTRATION LINK – Click Here \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly.  SAVE THE CONFIRMATIONEMAIL.  If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder.  The other alternative is to return to the website and sign up again. I’m unable to send you the link.   They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/2026-what-just-happened-zoom-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - April 2025 Current Events (Uniper)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-uniper/
LOCATION:Uniper
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - March 2026 Current Events (PM)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events discussion presentation with a twist.  Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: All comments and questions must be submitted respectfully and in an appropriate tone.  Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \nCOST \nI ask for a minimum 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.  I struggle to support a family\, so I understand the challenges of living on a tight budget with compassion. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPlease put ‘March PM’ in the subject line. \nPaypal: \n \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘March PM.’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for March. PM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it!  Please email me for a waiver if you are unable to pay. \nREGISTRATION LINK – Click Here \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly.  SAVE THE CONFIRMATIONEMAIL.  If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder.  The other alternative is to return to the website and sign up again. I’m unable to send you the link.   They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/2026-what-just-happened-zoom-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - March 2025 Current Events (Uniper)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-uniper-2026-current-events/
LOCATION:Uniper
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T185754Z
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - March 2026 Current Events (NSSC)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-2026-current-events-nssc-2/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T200000
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SUMMARY:1951 Time Capsule
DESCRIPTION:Step back into one of the most fascinating years of the twentieth century! In this engaging presentation\, award-winning historian and speaker Barry Bradford takes audiences on a journey back to 1951\, a year filled with unforgettable headlines\, groundbreaking inventions\, and iconic entertainment. \nTogether\, we will explore the biggest news stories shaping the world\, from Cold War tensions and the Korean War to the opening of the United Nations headquarters and the adoption of the constitutional amendment limiting presidents to two terms. \nWe will also meet some of the famous people born that year—including Robin Williams\, Billy Joel\, Mark Hamill\, and Sting—and revisit the movies\, music\, and cultural moments that defined the era. \nAlong the way\, audiences will discover how innovations such as the first commercial computer and the earliest credit cards began quietly reshaping modern life. \nWarm\, entertaining\, dramatic\, and filled with surprising stories\, Time Capsule: 1951 brings the past vividly back to life and reminds us just how much the world has changed—and how much still feels familiar. \nPerfect for libraries\, senior centers\, and lifelong learning groups. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write 1951 in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include 1951 in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude 1951 in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to manually send you the link\, as it is generated directly by Zoom. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1951-time-capsule/
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History,Sports History
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T034731Z
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SUMMARY:1926 Time Capsule - America 100 Years Ago
DESCRIPTION:What was happening in America exactly 100 years ago? \nIn this annual installment of the popular Time Capsule series\, historian Barry Bradford transports audiences back to 1926— the roaring heart of the Jazz Age. \nIt was a year of glamour and growth — but also of breakthroughs and storms. \nIn 1926: \n• Robert Goddard launched the world’s first liquid-fueled rocket\, quietly opening the door to the Space Age.• Gertrude Ederle became the first woman to swim the English Channel\, stunning the world and returning home to a ticker-tape parade.• The devastating Great Miami Hurricane exposed the fragility of Florida’s booming real estate market.• Henry Ford helped reshape American labor by instituting the 40-hour work week. \nMeanwhile: \n• Queen Elizabeth II\, Marilyn Monroe\, and Dick Van Dyke were born. \n\n\n\n\n• America lost Harry Houdini\, Annie Oakley\, and Robert Todd Lincoln.• George Gershwin was composing music that would define American sound.• The Chicago American Giants of the Negro Leagues won a dramatic World Series championship. \nThrough news headlines\, sports\, music\, film\, and cultural milestones\, this richly illustrated multimedia program brings 1926 to life — and places it in context. \nWhat did Americans believe about their future? How much did consumer items cost? What signs of change were already there? \nStep inside the Time Capsule and experience 1926 as if you were there. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write 1926 in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include 1926 in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude 1926 in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to manually send you the link\, as it is generated directly by Zoom. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1926-time-capsule-america-100-years-ago/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Political History,Sports History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251228T185459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T185459Z
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - February 2026 Current Events (NSSC)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-february-2026-current-events-nssc/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251228T232454Z
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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - February 2026 Current Events (PM)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events discussion presentation with a twist.  Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: All comments and questions must be submitted respectfully and in an appropriate tone.  Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \nCOST \nI ask for a minimum 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.  I struggle to support a family\, so I understand the challenges of living on a tight budget with compassion. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPlease put ‘Feb.  PM’ in the subject line. \nPaypal: \n \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘Feb PM.’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for Feb. PM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it!  Please email me for a waiver if you are unable to pay. \nREGISTRATION LINK – Click Here \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly.  SAVE THE CONFIRMATIONEMAIL.  If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder.  The other alternative is to return to the website and sign up again. I’m unable to send you the link.   They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/2026-what-just-happened-zoom-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251228T192304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T223316Z
UID:14558-1771941600-1771945200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Just Happened - February 2025 Current Events (Uniper)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/uniper-2026-current-events/
LOCATION:Uniper
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20260128T190242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T190741Z
UID:14661-1770748200-1770753600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The Richest Americans: Howard Hughes
DESCRIPTION:Howard Hughes was a man whose ambition matched his fortune—and whose inner life was as complex as it was tragic. A record-setting aviator and aviation pioneer\, Hughes was also a brilliant inventor\, a powerful industrialist\, a legendary Hollywood producer\, a Las Vegas hotel magnate\, and a behind-the-scenes political power broker. Few Americans ever shaped as many industries—or lived with as many contradictions. \nAt his height\, Hughes dazzled the world. He broke aviation records\, dated some of Hollywood’s most glamorous actresses\, and seemed to embody the bold\, fearless promise of American innovation. But behind the public triumphs was a man increasingly tormented by mental illness\, crippling phobias\, and deep personal demons that slowly overtook his life. \nAs his health declined and his fears intensified\, Hughes withdrew from public view\, retreating into isolation while the vast empire he built began to suffer without his leadership. In one of the most haunting reversals of the American dream\, the richest man in the country ultimately became a reclusive figure—physically hidden from the world but never free from it. \nThis compelling multimedia presentation explores the full arc of Howard Hughes’s extraordinary life: his breathtaking achievements\, his immense wealth and influence\, his notorious eccentricities\, and his devastating descent into mental illness. It is a story of genius and excess\, ambition and isolation—and a sobering reminder of the human cost behind immense power. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write Howard in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include Howard in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude Howard in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to manually send you the link\, as it is generated directly by Zoom. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/howard-hughes-genius-and-madness/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Economic History,Political History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20260128T190937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T190937Z
UID:14663-1770732000-1770735600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The Richest Americans: Howard Hughes
DESCRIPTION:Howard Hughes was a man whose ambition matched his fortune—and whose inner life was as complex as it was tragic. A record-setting aviator and aviation pioneer\, Hughes was also a brilliant inventor\, a powerful industrialist\, a legendary Hollywood producer\, a Las Vegas hotel magnate\, and a behind-the-scenes political power broker. Few Americans ever shaped as many industries—or lived with as many contradictions. \nAt his height\, Hughes dazzled the world. He broke aviation records\, dated some of Hollywood’s most glamorous actresses\, and seemed to embody the bold\, fearless promise of American innovation. But behind the public triumphs was a man increasingly tormented by mental illness\, crippling phobias\, and deep personal demons that slowly overtook his life. \nAs his health declined and his fears intensified\, Hughes withdrew from public view\, retreating into isolation while the vast empire he built began to suffer without his leadership. In one of the most haunting reversals of the American dream\, the richest man in the country ultimately became a reclusive figure—physically hidden from the world but never free from it. \nThis compelling multimedia presentation explores the full arc of Howard Hughes’s extraordinary life: his breathtaking achievements\, his immense wealth and influence\, his notorious eccentricities\, and his devastating descent into mental illness. It is a story of genius and excess\, ambition and isolation—and a sobering reminder of the human cost behind immense power.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-richest-americans-howard-hughes-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Economic History,Political History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20260128T184147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T185048Z
UID:14655-1770143400-1770148800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age: Rockefeller
DESCRIPTION:  \nDuring the Gilded Age\, a small circle of Americans accumulated fortunes so vast they reshaped the nation itself. But one man stood above them all. \nWhen asked to name the richest American in history\, most people instinctively say Bill Gates\, Sam Walton\, or Jeff Bezos. All impressive—but none come close to John D. Rockefeller. Adjusted for inflation\, Rockefeller remains the wealthiest individual America has ever produced. At the height of his power\, his personal fortune was so immense that it accounted for nearly 2 percent of the entire U.S. economy. No modern billionaire has ever approached that level of dominance. \nSo how did Rockefeller do it? Oil is the obvious answer—but it is only the beginning of the story. This program explores how Rockefeller built Standard Oil into a near-monopoly through ruthless efficiency\, brilliant strategy\, and business practices that shocked even his contemporaries. Yet the same man who crushed competitors also gave away more money than anyone in history before or since\, funding universities\, medical research\, public health initiatives\, and religious causes on an unprecedented scale. \nThis series on the great fortunes in American history places Rockefeller’s staggering wealth into historical perspective\, offering modern comparisons\, moral complexity\, and cultural context. Love him or loathe him\, John D. Rockefeller remains unmatched—a man whose money\, influence\, faith\, and contradictions continue to shape the world we live in today. \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write Rock in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include Rock in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude Rock in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to manually send you the link\, as it is generated directly by Zoom. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/john-d-rockefeller-richest-american-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Economic History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20260128T184540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T184852Z
UID:14658-1770127200-1770130800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age: Rockefeller
DESCRIPTION:  \nDuring the Gilded Age\, a small circle of Americans accumulated fortunes so vast they reshaped the nation itself. But one man stood above them all. \nWhen asked to name the richest American in history\, most people instinctively say Bill Gates\, Sam Walton\, or Jeff Bezos. All impressive—but none come close to John D. Rockefeller. Adjusted for inflation\, Rockefeller remains the wealthiest individual America has ever produced. At the height of his power\, his personal fortune was so immense that it accounted for nearly 2 percent of the entire U.S. economy. No modern billionaire has ever approached that level of dominance. \nSo how did Rockefeller do it? Oil is the obvious answer—but it is only the beginning of the story. This program explores how Rockefeller built Standard Oil into a near-monopoly through ruthless efficiency\, brilliant strategy\, and business practices that shocked even his contemporaries. Yet the same man who crushed competitors also gave away more money than anyone in history before or since\, funding universities\, medical research\, public health initiatives\, and religious causes on an unprecedented scale. \nThis series on the great fortunes in American history places Rockefeller’s staggering wealth into historical perspective\, offering modern comparisons\, moral complexity\, and cultural context. Love him or loathe him\, John D. Rockefeller remains unmatched—a man whose money\, influence\, faith\, and contradictions continue to shape the world we live in today. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/john-d-rockefeller-richest-american/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Economic History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251228T185320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T185320Z
UID:14533-1769691600-1769697000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Just Happened - January 2026 Current Events (NSSC)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-january-2026-current-events-nssc/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251228T231913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T231943Z
UID:14584-1769538600-1769544000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Just Happened - January 2026 Current Events (PM)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events discussion presentation with a twist.  Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: All comments and questions must be submitted respectfully and in an appropriate tone.  Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \nCOST \nI ask for a minimum 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.  I struggle to support a family\, so I understand the challenges of living on a tight budget with compassion. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPlease put ‘Jan.  PM’ in the subject line. \nPaypal: \n \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘Jan PM.’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for Jan. PM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it!  Please email me for a waiver if you are unable to pay. \nREGISTRATION LINK – Click Here \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly.  SAVE THE CONFIRMATIONEMAIL.  If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder.  The other alternative is to return to the website and sign up again. I’m unable to send you the link.   They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/2026-what-just-happened-zoom/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251228T192054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T225724Z
UID:14556-1769522400-1769526000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Just Happened - January 2025 Current Events Uniper)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/uniper-2026-what-just-happened-uniper/
LOCATION:Uniper
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251228T161313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T161313Z
UID:14528-1768329000-1768334400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age (Andrew Carnegie)
DESCRIPTION:Today\, we focus on the earliest American millionaires – John Jacob Astor and Cornelius Vanderbilt.  They would rank #4 and #3\, respectively\, on the list of the wealthiest Americans of all time!  Their names are still synonymous with wealth and prestige – but do you know how they got their money?  Each is a story of incredible work ethic\, sound judgment\, and laser-like focus on building wealth. \nYou will be fascinated by the ways they built vast fortunes before the Gilded Age even began! \nThis four-week series examines the great fortunes of that fascinating era.  We will put each in perspective and offer intriguing insights\, modern comparisons\, and historical context.  Of the nine wealthiest Americans\, six lived during the Gilded Age! \n\n\nJohn D. Rockefeller – By far the richest American ever; controlled ~1.5–2% of U.S. GDP \n\n\nAndrew Carnegie – Steel empire rivaled Rockefeller in relative power \n\n\nCornelius Vanderbilt – Transportation monopoly builder \n\n\nJohn Jacob Astor – America’s first multimillionaire \n\n\nStephen Girard – Early-Republic financial titan \n\n\nStephen Van Rensselaer III – Enormous landholdings relative to GDP \n\n\nJay Gould – Ruthless but extraordinarily wealthy \n\n\nFrederick Weyerhaeuser – Dominated American lumber \n\n\nHenry Ford – Industrial wealth with mass-market reach \n\n\nElon Musk – Richest American of the modern tech era by peak wealth \n\n\nSam Walton – Retail empire creator \n\n\nBill Gates – Software dominance and long-term wealth \n\n\nJeff Bezos – E-commerce and logistics revolution \n\n\nJ. Paul Getty – Mid-20th-century oil fortune \n\n\nMarshall Field – Retail innovator \n\n\nWarren Buffett – Investment-driven wealth over decades \n\n\nSteve Ballmer – Concentrated stock-based fortune \n\n\nLarry Ellison – Enterprise software wealth \n\n\nSergey Brin – Search-era tech wealth \n\n\nLarry Page – Search-era tech wealth \n\n\nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write Scot in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include Scot in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude Scot in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to manually send you the link\, as it is generated directly by Zoom. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/great-fortunes-of-the-gilded-age-andrew-carnegie/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Economic History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251226T170420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T145714Z
UID:14524-1767724200-1767729600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age (Astor/Vanderbilt)
DESCRIPTION:During the Gilded Age\, a handful of families dominated the economy\, amassing staggering fortunes. \nIf I asked you to name the richest American\, you’d probably say Bill Gates or Elon Musk.  Both are from the top of the list! \nToday\, we focus on the earliest American millionaires – John Jacob Astor and Cornelius Vanderbilt.  They would rank #4 and #3\, respectively\, on the list of the wealthiest Americans of all time!  Their names are still synonymous with wealth and prestige – but do you know how they got their money?  Each is a story of incredible work ethic\, sound judgment\, and laser-like focus on building wealth.  You will be fascinated by the ways they built vast fortunes before the Gilded Age even began! \nThis four-week series examines the great fortunes of that fascinating era.  We will put each in perspective and offer intriguing insights\, modern comparisons\, and historical context.  Of the nine wealthiest Americans\, six lived during the Gilded Age! \n\n\nJohn D. Rockefeller – By far the richest American ever; controlled ~1.5–2% of U.S. GDP \n\n\nAndrew Carnegie – Steel empire rivaled Rockefeller in relative power \n\n\nCornelius Vanderbilt – Transportation monopoly builder \n\n\nJohn Jacob Astor – America’s first multimillionaire \n\n\nStephen Girard – Early-Republic financial titan \n\n\nStephen Van Rensselaer III – Enormous landholdings relative to GDP \n\n\nJay Gould – Ruthless but extraordinarily wealthy \n\n\nFrederick Weyerhaeuser – Dominated American lumber \n\n\nHenry Ford – Industrial wealth with mass-market reach \n\n\nElon Musk – Richest American of the modern tech era by peak wealth \n\n\nSam Walton – Retail empire creator \n\n\nBill Gates – Software dominance and long-term wealth \n\n\nJeff Bezos – E-commerce and logistics revolution \n\n\nJ. Paul Getty – Mid-20th-century oil fortune \n\n\nMarshall Field – Retail innovator \n\n\nWarren Buffett – Investment-driven wealth over decades \n\n\nSteve Ballmer – Concentrated stock-based fortune \n\n\nLarry Ellison – Enterprise software wealth \n\n\nSergey Brin – Search-era tech wealth \n\n\nLarry Page – Search-era tech wealth \n\n\nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write Vandy in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include Vandy in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude Vandy in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to manually send you the link\, as it is generated directly by Zoom. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/great-fortunes-of-the-gilded-age-astor-vanderbilt/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Economic History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251230T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251230T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251230T193916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T193916Z
UID:14616-1767103200-1767106800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:1925: Life in America 100 Years Ago
DESCRIPTION:Step back to 1925\, the heart of the Roaring Twenties\, when jazz ruled the airwaves\, flappers danced the Charleston\, and speakeasies thrived under Prohibition. This was a year of cultural transformation\, as F. Scott Fitzgerald published The Great Gatsby\, revealing the glitz and pitfalls of the American Dream\, while  Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington brought jazz into the mainstream. On the political front\, Calvin Coolidge presided over a booming economy\, and innovation flourished with inventions like the first mechanical television. \n1925 was also a year of contrasts. While the Scopes Monkey Trial sparked a national debate on science versus religion\, the Harlem Renaissance was in full swing\, reshaping literature and the arts. In entertainment\, silent film stars like Charlie Chaplin\, Rudolph Valentino\, and Buster Keaton captivated audiences\, while the first New Yorker magazine hit newsstands\, offering a new perspective on culture and humor. Consumer prices\, such as 54 cents for a gallon of gas\, highlight the economic reality of the time. Dick Van Dyke\, Malcolm X\, Johnny Carson\, and Robert F Kennedy were all born during the amazing year of 1925. \nThis fast-moving multimedia program brings 1925 vividly to life with visuals\, music\, and storytelling. Perfect for history buffs and culture enthusiasts\, this presentation will immerse you in the dazzling highs and defining struggles of a year that forever shaped America. Sign up now and take a journey back to a time of innovation\, contradiction\, and unforgettable style. \n================================================== \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1925-life-in-america-100-years-ago-3/
LOCATION:Uniper
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Political History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251202T181659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T072614Z
UID:14496-1765909800-1765915200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Looking Back; Looking Ahead 2025 In Review (PM)
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nLooking Back: Looking Ahead – 2025 EditionThe most eagerly anticipated program of the year returns! \nThis is\, without question\, the most popular and talked-about program I offer—and for good reason. Last year\, it sold out at every venue\, and with good reason: 2025 has been one of the most remarkable\, unpredictable\, and news-packed years in recent memory. Make your reservations early for this can’t-miss event! \nWhat Made 2025 So Extraordinary?\nFrom the death of a pope and historic global protests to dramatic developments in the Supreme Court\, politics\, science\, and culture\, 2025 was a year unlike any other. We witnessed: \n\n\nThe passing of Pope Francis and the unprecedented papal transition to a pope from Chicago! \n\n\n President Donald Trump pardoned the January 6 rioters \n\n\nMassive national protests over the deportation and the Supreme Court standoff \n\n\nTumultuous changes in policy regarding the environment and human rights \n\n\nA growing international crisis in Ukraine and the Middle East \n\n\nWild economic swings in the stock market and tourism sectors \n\n\nBig surprises in culture\, sports\, and science (including Broadway’s record highs and the return of the dire wolf!) \n\n\nThe Highlights You’ve Been Waiting For\nAt this fun and fast-moving event\, I’ll present my curated and crowd-favorite lists: \n\n\n✔ Top Ten News Stories of 2025 \n\n\n✔ Top Ten Quotes of 2025 \n\n\n✔ Top Ten New Words or Phrases of 2025 \n\n\n✔ Notable Deaths of 2025 \n\n\nThen… My Predictions for 2026!\nThis is the part of the program everyone loves: I’ll unveil ten bold and specific predictions for the coming year. \nWill the Democrats retake the House\, the Senate\, or both?Will inflation finally ease or worsen?Will peace talks in Ukraine break the deadlock?Will AI and medicine reshape our everyday lives? \nAnd to keep me honest\, I’ll also revisit the predictions I made for 2025—revealing which ones I nailed and which ones I missed! \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write “Year PM” in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include “Year PM” in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude “Year PM” in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to manually send you the link\, as it is generated directly by Zoom. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/looking-back-looking-ahead-2025-in-review-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History,Sports History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251202T181013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T181233Z
UID:14493-1765884600-1765890000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Looking Back; Looking Ahead 2025 In Review (AM)
DESCRIPTION:Looking Back: Looking Ahead – 2025 EditionThe most eagerly anticipated program of the year returns! \nThis is\, without question\, the most popular and talked-about program I offer—and for good reason. Last year\, it sold out at every venue\, and with good reason: 2025 has been one of the most remarkable\, unpredictable\, and news-packed years in recent memory. Make your reservations early for this can’t-miss event! \nWhat Made 2025 So Extraordinary?\nFrom the death of a pope and historic global protests to dramatic developments in the Supreme Court\, politics\, science\, and culture\, 2025 was a year unlike any other. We witnessed: \n\n\nThe passing of Pope Francis and the unprecedented papal transition to a pope from Chicago! \n\n\n President Donald Trump pardoned the January 6 rioters \n\n\nMassive national protests over the deportation and the Supreme Court standoff \n\n\nTumultuous changes in policy regarding the envirobnment and human rights \n\n\nA growing international crisis in Ukraine and the Middle East \n\n\nWild economic swings in the stock market and tourism sectors \n\n\nBig surprises in culture\, sports\, and science (including Broadway’s record highs and the return of the dire wolf!) \n\n\nThe Highlights You’ve Been Waiting For\nAt this fun and fast-moving event\, I’ll present my curated and crowd-favorite lists: \n\n\n✔ Top Ten News Stories of 2025 \n\n\n✔ Top Ten Quotes of 2025 \n\n\n✔ Top Ten New Words or Phrases of 2025 \n\n\n✔ Notable Deaths of 2025 \n\n\nThen… My Predictions for 2026!\nThis is the part of the program everyone loves: I’ll unveil ten bold and specific predictions for the coming year. \nWill the Democrats retake the House\, the Senate\, or both?Will inflation finally ease or worsen?Will peace talks in Ukraine break the deadlock?Will AI and medicine reshape our everyday lives? \nAnd to keep me honest\, I’ll also revisit the predictions I made for 2025—revealing which ones I nailed and which ones I missed! \nCOST\nThe program is available for a minimum contribution of $5.00\, which helps support my work and allows me to continue offering engaging content. \nPAYMENT OPTIONS \nCash/Check\nPayable to: Barry Bradford\nMail to:\nBarry Bradford\nP.O. Box #177\nDeerfield\, IL 60015\nPlease write “Year AM” in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n\n(Please note: PayPal deducts 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50 per $5.00 donation.) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include “Year AM” in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude “Year AM” in the note. \nWAIVER OPTION\nIf you cannot afford to pay or feel my programs aren’t worth $5.00\, you are welcome to attend for free or contribute less. Just email me to request a waiver—no questions asked! This one-time request will cover all future programs. I completely understand the challenges of living on a tight budget and offer this with compassion. \nREGISTRATION LINK\nClick Here to Register \nDIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR ZOOM LINK?\nIf you don’t receive a confirmation email after registering\, it means your sign-up wasn’t completed. Be sure to: \n\nCheck your spam folder for the confirmation email.\nSave the confirmation email once you find it.\n\nIf you still can’t locate the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to manually send you the link\, as it is generated directly by Zoom. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/looking-back-looking-ahead-2025-in-review-am/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History,Sports History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251114T205650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T205650Z
UID:14474-1764095400-1764100800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Just Happened - November 2025 Current Events (PM)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events discussion presentation with a twist.  Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance.  We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: All comments and questions must be asked respectfully using appropriate language.  Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \nCOST \nI ask for a minimum 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.  I struggle to support a family\, so I understand the challenges of living on a tight budget with compassion. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPlease put ‘Oct.  PM’ in the subject line. \nPaypal: \n \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘Oct PM.’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for Oct. PM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it!  Please email me for a waiver if you are unable to pay. \nREGISTRATION LINK – Click Here \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, likely\, 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 return to the website and sign up again.  I’m unable to send you the link.   They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-november-2025-current-events-pm-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251121T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251114T205000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T205000Z
UID:14472-1763730000-1763735400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Just Happened - November 2025 Current Events (NSSC)
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll discuss several of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the moderator’s express choice. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-october-2025-current-events-nssc-11/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20251001T210124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T210214Z
UID:14355-1762434000-1762439400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Julia Child: Spy And Chef
DESCRIPTION:Julia Child: Spy And Chef\n \nIn 1963\, Julia Child became the first national superstar chef on TV! \nHer program “The French Chef” was so influential that the Smithsonian Institute features her kitchen\, intact\, as a permanent exhibit!  Julia Child changed how America thought about food\, became the first star of public broadcasting\, opened the doors for cooking on television\, and became one of the first and most essential faces of public broadcasting.  Quite a legacy for a woman who was neither French nor a chef! \n There was another long-secret side to Julia Child that she hid for many decades. \nIn 1943\, twenty years before her cooking and media skills became famous\, Julia Child served in America’s top-secret spy corps during World War II!  The fantastic Julia Child worked in the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) – the predecessor to the Central Intelligence Agency! \n \nUtilizing a very high level of security clearance\, exceptional organizational skills\, and endless optimism and resourcefulness\, the former party girl from California served America as her nation.  She worked at the right hand of “Wild Bill” Donovan\, the head of America’s foreign spies!  Paul\, Julia Child\, moved from one dangerous overseas post to another with her husband\, serving our country before learning to cook. \n  \nThe daring story of Julia Child in the OSS is only one of the delights in this unique\, funny\, and fascinating multimedia presentation!  We will look at how she changed public television\, how America cooked and ate\, and had a lot of fun in everything she attempted! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/julia-child-spy-and-chef-6/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Economic History,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T091819
CREATED:20250708T184145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T184145Z
UID:14225-1762333200-1762336800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Walt Disney - Animating America
DESCRIPTION:It is no overstatement to say that Walt Disney is one of the most influential Americans of all time. His name alone has become synonymous with forms of entertainment and recreation known throughout the world. To call something “Disneyesque” or “Disney like” draws to mind immediately associations. \nBonus! Click here to read the unique story of Disney’s first movie star – it wasn’t Micky! \nHis boyhood had a foot in both the 19th and 20th centuries. He grew up in the center of America\, near Kansas City\, Missouri\, and the idyllic small town of Marceline\, Missouri\, which inspired Main Street USA. Disney spent many of his formative years in Chicago. But his Hollywood years revolutionized the way the world thinks about animation\, movies\, American history\, and vacations. He won countless Oscars and is tied with George Clooney for nominations in most categories! \n \nWalt Disney himself was quite a contradictory figure. \nAt times Walt Disney would come off as warm\, inspiring\, and avuncular\, but at other times he was described as chilly\, aloof\, and brusque. We recognize that he was more than an idea man – Disney was a reluctant entrepreneur whose restless artistic vision sometimes risked his studio and sometimes changed the world. There are so many legends about Walt Disney: from the creation of Mickey Mouse to the question of whether he was racist and anti-Semitic\, to the ultimate urban myth: that Walt Disney was cryogenically frozen. \nIn this fun\, fast\, and fascinating biography\, we will get to the heart of Walt Disney was as a person. Using numerous video clips\, little-known anecdotes\, and informative insights\, this presentation on the life of Walt Disney is sure to intrigue you.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/walt-disney-animating-america-3/
LOCATION:Addolorata Villa\, 555 McHenry Rd\, Wheeling\, IL\, 60090
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Economic History
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