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  • The Rat Pack – Icons Of Cool

    Mallinckrodt College of the North Shore 1041 RDG RD, WILMETTE IL ,60091

      The Rat Pack - Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Junior, Dean Martin, Peter Lawford, and Joey Bishop – were the embodiment of cool for a short period of time in at the end of 1950s and into the very early 1960s. … Continue reading →

  • Al Capone – Master Of The Mob

    Mallinckrodt College of the North Shore 1041 RDG RD, WILMETTE IL ,60091

    Organized crime came in with a bang - literally - with the rise of prohibition. And no city was more under the control of the mob than Chicago. This exciting look at the rise of the Chicago mob in the … Continue reading →

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  • Diana: Life And Death Of The People’s Princess

    Private Venue

    Diana: 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 →

  • Richard J. To Rahm: Modern Mayors Of Chicago

    Fremont Public Library 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL, United States

    For two tumultuous decades, Richard J Daley was indisputably the all powerful mayor of the city of Chicago. From 1955 until 1976, his name was synonymous with "The City That Works." At times, it seemed as if he would be … Continue reading →

  • Dorothy Kilgallen

    Dorothy Kilgallen is best remembered today as a somewhat flinty regular panelist on the game show, "I've Got a Secret."  However,  this groundbreaking woman was a pioneer in journalism. And her role in attacking the conclusions of the Warren Commission … Continue reading →

  • Cole Porter – Risque Master Of American Music

    Private Venue

    Cole 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 →

  • The Declaration Of Independence - America's Purpose Statement

    The Declaration of Independence – America’s Purpose Statement

    Private Venue

    Signing Of The Declaration Of Independence The Declaration Of Independence - America's Purpose Statement It was a moment that changed the history of the world forever. Throughout recorded time, there had been innumerable revolutions, revolts, and separatist movements. But never … Continue reading →

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  • The King And I

    Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center 100 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL, United States

    "The King and " is one of the most beloved musicals of all time. The gorgeous music, sumptuous sets, phenomenal costumes and a fascinating storyline all combine to make The King and I a musical that has had decades of … Continue reading →

  • Jimmy Stewart – Icon on Film And American Hero

    Niles Senior Center 999 Civic Center Drive, Niles, IL, United States

    Jimmy 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 →

  • Houdini

    Private Venue

    Harry Houdini The name of Harry Houdini has become synonymous with magic. Simply no magician or escape artist has ever captivated the American public's imagination the way that the legendary Houdini did. "The Great Houdini" started out his life in relative … Continue reading →