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Events
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Medgar Evers: Is It Ever Too Late To Do The Right Thing?
Private VenueMedgar Evers Is My Hero. Medgar Evers, a brave Civil Rights leader,was assassinated in the driveway of his home, murdered by a Ku Klax Klan leader bent on blood. What offense had Medgar Evers committed? He was trying to register African Americans … Continue reading
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Cole Porter – Risque Master Of American Music
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldCole Porter is one of the greatest songwriters in American history. His melodies were sublime. His lyrics were clever, witty, sophisticated, original and naughty. Cole Porter was the ultimate European oriented sophisticate - yet he was born in tiny Peru, … Continue reading
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Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age: Rockefeller
Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center 100 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL, United StatesDuring the Gilded Age, America saw a handful of families dominate the economy with staggering fortunes. If I asked you to name the richest American, you'd probably say Bill Gates or Sam Walton. Both are from the top of the … Continue reading
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Jimmy Stewart – Icon on Film And American Hero
Highland Park Senior Center 1677 Old Deerfield Rd, Highland Park, ILJimmy Stewart was one of the greatest and most popular American actors of all time. From 1935 – 1991 he appeared in over 90 beings and television shows. His name alone drew people into theaters. Stewart's amazing range has never fully … Continue reading
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George Gershwin
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesIn a very short career, George Gershwin changed American music forever. He was one of the most beloved composers of music for Broadway. his songs and shows continue to be revived on the New York stage and in theaters around … Continue reading
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Cole Porter – Risque Master Of American Music
Private VenueCole Porter is one of the greatest songwriters in American history. His melodies were sublime. His lyrics were clever, witty, sophisticated, original and naughty. Cole Porter was the ultimate European oriented sophisticate - yet he was born in tiny Peru, … Continue reading
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The Mafia Battle For New York
Arlington Heights Senior Center 1801 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights, United StatesThe Mafia And The Battle For New York From the Godfather to the Sopranos, from Capone to Boardwalk Empire, America is fascinated with the Mafia. And the story of the Mafia wars for the control of New York City … Continue reading
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Queen Elizabeth
Vernon Area Public Library 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire, ILAt this writing, Queen Elizabeth is the longest reigning monarch in the world. A shy young girl when she ascended the throne, she saw her uncle abdicate the throne and advocate pro-German views in the years leading up to World … Continue reading
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Diana: Life And Death Of The People’s Princess
Vernon Area Public Library 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire, ILDiana: Glamorous And Tragic Life And Death Of a Princess She was the "People's Princess" beloved for her compassion as much as for her glamour. Sweet, pretty Lady Diana Spencer was a shy and charming kindergarten teacher when she caught the eye … Continue reading
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The Chicago Cubs – 1945 – 2016
Highland Park Country Club 1201 Park Avenue West, Highland Park IL, IL, United StatesIn the first half of the 20th century, the Cubs were one of the mightiest teams in all of baseball – a perennial pennant contender despite not winning the World Series since 1908. The second half of baseball's 20th century entrenched … Continue reading