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SUMMARY:What Just Happened - July 2026 Current Events (Afternoon)
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 month’s most exciting events\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and share 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 discretion. \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 July (AM) in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=July (AM)]\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 July (AM) in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude July (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 find the link or the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to send you the link manually because it is generated directly by Zoom.. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-july-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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SUMMARY:1876 - American Time Capsule (PM)
DESCRIPTION:Our popular “Time Capsule” series returns! \nOne hundred fifty years ago\, America celebrated its Centennial with grand exhibitions\, patriotic celebrations\, and boundless optimism. But 1876 was far more than a birthday party. It was a year of extraordinary innovation\, dramatic conflict\, and historic change that helped shape the nation we know today. \nJoin award-winning historian Barry Bradford as we step back into America in 1876. We’ll revisit the most controversial presidential election in American history and see why it changed the nation forever. We’ll relive the excitement surrounding the Centennial celebration\, the invention of the telephone\, the founding of Major League Baseball\, and the dramatic Battle of the Little Bighorn. Along the way\, we’ll celebrate famous people born that year—including Mata Hari and Jack London—and remember remarkable Americans we lost\, including General George Armstrong Custer and Wild Bill Hickok. \nWe’ll also explore the fashions\, prices\, inventions\, music\, sports\, entertainment\, and everyday life of an America standing at the crossroads between its frontier past and its modern future. Whether you’re a lifelong history enthusiast or simply curious about what life was like 150 years ago\, you’ll leave with a fascinating new appreciation for one of the most pivotal years in American history. \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 1876 (PM) in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=1876 (PM) \nVenmo\nSend to: @B-Bradford-1\nPlease include 1876 (PM) in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude 1876 (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 find the link or the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to send you the link manually because it is generated directly by Zoom.. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1876-american-time-capsule-pm/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Cultural History,Economic History,Marriage Ceremony,Military History,Political History,Sports History
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CREATED:20251029T183901Z
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SUMMARY:America's Purpose Statement: The Declaration Of Independence
DESCRIPTION:The most important sentence ever written by an American – a sentence that has inspired people in every part of the world – is found in America’s purpose statement! Click here to read more. The legacy of Washington\, Hancock\, Franklin\, Jefferson\, Adams\, Hamilton\, and Paul Revere still challenges us. \n \nOn a stifling July Thursday in 1776\, our Founding Fathers agreed to a completely unique document in the world’s history. Many revolutions had occurred over the centuries\, but never had one begun with a philosophical purpose statement. \nAlthough the Declaration of Independence has no legal power\, it has become the guiding beacon for what America strives to become. As the events of 2020 showed\, we as a nation are a world leader in human rights\, yet America is still a work in progress. \n \nWhy study the Declaration of Independence? It is the ultimate statement of what we hope to become. Freedom movements in the USA and worldwide have quoted it. \nYet many Americans know surprisingly little about it. In this exciting and thought-provoking multimedia presentation\, I will present the thrilling themes\, difficult negotiations\, contradictory\, complex\, charismatic personalities\, and exciting events leading to the most critical moment in American history. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/americas-purpose-statement-the-declaration-of-independence-8/
LOCATION:Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center\, 100 E. Old Mill Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Civil Rights,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History
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SUMMARY:America's Purpose Statement: The Declaration Of Independence (Evening)
DESCRIPTION:The most important sentence ever written by an American – a sentence that has inspired people in every part of the world – is found in America’s purpose statement! Click here to read more. The legacy of Washington\, Hancock\, Franklin\, Jefferson\, Adams\, Hamilton\, and Paul Revere still challenges us. \n \nOn a stifling July Thursday in 1776\, our Founding Fathers agreed to a unique document in world history. Many revolutions had occurred over the centuries\, but never had one begun with a philosophical purpose statement. \nAlthough the Declaration of Independence has no legal power\, it has become the guiding beacon for what America strives to become. As the events of 2020 showed\, we as a nation are a world leader in human rights\, yet America is still a work in progress. \n \nWhy study the Declaration of Independence? It is the ultimate statement of what we hope to become. Freedom movements in the USA and worldwide have quoted it. \nYet many Americans know surprisingly little about it. In this exciting and thought-provoking multimedia presentation\, I will explore the thrilling themes\, difficult negotiations\, contradictory\, complex\, and charismatic personalities\, and the events leading to the most critical moment in American history. \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 Dec. (PM) in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=Dec. (PM)]\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 Dec. (PM) in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude Dec. (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 find the link or the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to send you the link manually because it is generated directly by Zoom.. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/americas-purpose-statement-the-declaration-of-independence-evening/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Civil Rights,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History
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CREATED:20260701T155218Z
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SUMMARY:America's Purpose Statement: The Declaration Of Independence (Afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:The most important sentence ever written by an American – a sentence that has inspired people in every part of the world – is found in America’s purpose statement! Click here to read more. The legacy of Washington\, Hancock\, Franklin\, Jefferson\, Adams\, Hamilton\, and Paul Revere still challenges us. \n \nOn a stifling July Thursday in 1776\, our Founding Fathers agreed to a unique document in world history. Many revolutions had occurred over the centuries\, but never had one begun with a philosophical purpose statement. \nAlthough the Declaration of Independence has no legal power\, it has become the guiding beacon for what America strives to become. As the events of 2020 showed\, we as a nation are a world leader in human rights\, yet America is still a work in progress. \n \nWhy study the Declaration of Independence? It is the ultimate statement of what we hope to become. Freedom movements in the USA and worldwide have quoted it. \nYet many Americans know surprisingly little about it. In this exciting and thought-provoking multimedia presentation\, I will explore the thrilling themes\, difficult negotiations\, contradictory\, complex\, and charismatic personalities\, and the events leading to the most critical moment in American history. \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 Dec. (AM) in the subject line. \nPayPal\nPay securely via PayPal:\n[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=Dec. (AM)]\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 Dec. (AM) in the note. \nZelle\nUse the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET\nInclude Dec. (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 find the link or the email\, return to the website and register again. Unfortunately\, I am unable to send you the link manually because it is generated directly by Zoom.. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/americas-purpose-statement-the-declaration-of-independence-9/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Civil Rights,Economic History,Legal History,Military History,Political History
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CREATED:20251229T051514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T052437Z
UID:14594-1782844200-1782849600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Just Happened - June 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 ‘June PM’ in the subject line. \nPaypal: \n[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=”June PM“] \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘June PM.’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for June 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-6/
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:20260630T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T150000
DTSTAMP:20251228T230819Z
CREATED:20251228T230057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T230819Z
UID:14570-1782828000-1782831600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Just Happened - June 2026 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-uniper-2/
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:20260625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T143000
DTSTAMP:20251228T190553Z
CREATED:20251228T190553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T190553Z
UID:14544-1782392400-1782397800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Just Happened - June 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-june-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T143000
DTSTAMP:20251228T190022Z
CREATED:20251228T185912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T190022Z
UID:14539-1779973200-1779978600@barrybradford.com
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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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T200000
DTSTAMP:20251228T235459Z
CREATED:20251228T235326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T235459Z
UID:14592-1779820200-1779825600@barrybradford.com
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[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=”May PM“] \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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://barrybradford.com/wp-content/uploads/Screen-Shot-2023-01-22-at-4.18.04-PM.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T150000
DTSTAMP:20251228T225915Z
CREATED:20251228T225915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T225915Z
UID:14568-1779804000-1779807600@barrybradford.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T143000
DTSTAMP:20251228T190238Z
CREATED:20251228T190238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T190238Z
UID:14542-1777554000-1777559400@barrybradford.com
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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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20251228T234833Z
CREATED:20251228T234504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T234833Z
UID:14590-1777401000-1777406400@barrybradford.com
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[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=”April PM“] \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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T150000
DTSTAMP:20251228T195216Z
CREATED:20251228T195216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T195216Z
UID:14562-1777384800-1777388400@barrybradford.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T200000
DTSTAMP:20251228T233151Z
CREATED:20251228T233151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T233151Z
UID:14588-1774981800-1774987200@barrybradford.com
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[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=”March PM“] \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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T150000
DTSTAMP:20251228T195454Z
CREATED:20251228T192448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T195454Z
UID:14560-1774965600-1774969200@barrybradford.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T143000
DTSTAMP:20251228T185754Z
CREATED:20251228T185754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T185754Z
UID:14537-1774530000-1774535400@barrybradford.com
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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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T200000
DTSTAMP:20260309T175719Z
CREATED:20260309T164357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T175719Z
UID:14731-1773772200-1773777600@barrybradford.com
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[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=1951]\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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260227T034731Z
CREATED:20260227T034731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T034731Z
UID:14717-1772562600-1772568000@barrybradford.com
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[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=1926]\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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T143000
DTSTAMP:20251228T185459Z
CREATED:20251228T185459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T185459Z
UID:14535-1772110800-1772116200@barrybradford.com
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:20251228T232513Z
CREATED:20251228T232454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T232513Z
UID:14586-1771957800-1771963200@barrybradford.com
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[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=”Feb PM“] \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:20251228T223316Z
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:20260128T190741Z
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[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=Howard]\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:20260128T190937Z
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://barrybradford.com/wp-content/uploads/Howard-Hughes-Aviator.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260128T185048Z
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[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=Rock]\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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T130000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T200000
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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[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=”Jan PM“] \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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T150000
DTSTAMP:20251228T225724Z
CREATED:20251228T192054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T225724Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T200000
DTSTAMP:20251228T161313Z
CREATED:20251228T161313Z
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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[wp_paypal button=”donate” name=Scot]\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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