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SUMMARY:Sid Caesar - The Meteoric Career Of A Comic Genius
DESCRIPTION:In the opinion of many TV critics\, the Sid Caesar programs were the funniest\, best-written\, and most creative shows in television comedy history. Caesar’s writing crew (including Carl Reiner\, Woody Allen\, Mel Brooks\, Neil Simon\, and Selma Diamond( is widely regarded as the most talented staff in the history of television. \nThe sheer talent of Sid Caesar is overwhelming – as  Carl Reiner\, his writer\, and co-star\, put it: \n“Sid Caesar set the template for everybody\,” Reiner told KNX-AM in Los Angeles. “He was without a doubt the greatest sketch comedian-monologist that television ever produced. He could ad-lib. He could do anything that was necessary to make an audience laugh.” \n \nFor all his accolades\, however\, Sid Caesar was a deeply troubled man who saw a brilliant career waste away in the wake of his addictions. After his TV programs ended\, his fame evaporated as his demons challenged him\,  It took intensive self-therapy and personal courage for him to turn his life around. And did he ever!  By the time of his death\, he was once again rewarded with the respect and reverence his comic genius deserved. \n\nThis unique multimedia presentation will explore all sides of Sid Caesar. You will laugh uproariously at the rare video clips and find yourself mesmerized by the intense struggle of the king of Comedy. \n  \n  \nTHIS PRESENTATION IS LIVE AND WILL NOT BE STREAMED. THE PRESENTATION IS AT THE HIGHLAND PARK SENIOR\, LOCATED AT THE BEAUTIFUL HIGHLAND PARK COUNTRY CLUB. REGISTER THROUGH THEM! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/sid-caesar-3/
LOCATION:Highland Park Country Club\, 1201 Park Avenue West\, Highland Park IL\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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SUMMARY:Sid Caesar - The Meteoric Career Of A Comic Genius
DESCRIPTION:In the opinion of many TV critics\, the Sid Caesar programs were the funniest \, best written and most creative shows in the history of television comedy. Caesar’s writing crew (including Carl Reiner\, Woody Allen\, Mel Brooks\, Neil Simon and Selma Diamond( is widely regarded as the most talented staff in the the history of television. \nThe sheer talent of Sid Caesar is overwhelming – as  Carl Reiner\, his writer and co-star put it: \n“Sid Caesar set the template for everybody\,” Reiner told KNX-AM in Los Angeles. “He was without a doubt the greatest sketch comedian-monologist that television ever produced. He could ad lib. He could do anything that was necessary to make an audience laugh.” \n \nFor all his accolades\, however\, Sid Caesar was a deeply troubled man who saw a brilliant career waste away in the wake of his addictions.After his TV programs ended\, his fame evaporated as his demons challenged him\,  It took intensive self-therapy and personal courage for him to turn his life around. And did he ever!  By the time of his death he was once again rewarded with the respect and reverence his comic genius deserved. \n\nThis unique multimedia presentation will explore all sides of Sid Caesar. You will laugh uproariously at the rare video clips and find yourself mesmerized by the intense struggle of the king of Comedy. \n  \nCOST: \nI am asking for a suggested contribution of $5.00 from everyone who registers for the class. PLEASE MARK “SID” in the subject line on your check or e-payment! If you are interested but cannot afford the donation\, please sign up! I am unemployed\, so I understand the financial strain of the crisis! If you can pay\, it is most appreciated as I care for my family. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford  \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \nSeats Available: 99 of 100 \nZoom Information – Registration Link Is Below \nSAVE YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL. IF YOU DID NOT GET A CONFIRMATION EMAIL\, YOU DID NOT SIGN UP CORRECTLY. THE ONLY SOLUTION IS TO SIGN UP AGAIN! \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Aug 7\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpc-mqqz4tH9enL3xU0V6walozbY2N5ti5 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. IF YOU DID NOT GET A CONFIRMATION EMAIL\, YOU DID NOT SIGN UP CORRECTLY. THE ONLY SOLUTION IS TO SIGN UP AGAIN! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/sid-caesar-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200808T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200808T180000
DTSTAMP:20191206T153907Z
CREATED:20160108T173629Z
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SUMMARY:Wedding Ceremony
DESCRIPTION: You are seeing this notice because this block of time has been put aside for one of my favorite speaking opportunities! To learn more about my work as a wedding officiant\, please click here.\nI am so blessed and so humbled to be a licensed wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? Whether the wedding gifts large or small\, religious or civil\, traditional or same-sex\, I love being part of a couple’s most special day. I do not do “cookie cutter” weddings – every ceremony is completely unique to the couple. Click here to see what my brides have to say! Every story\, every relationship\, every family is different. It is so much fun for me to get to know the wonderful people and families whose lives are going to be changed on one special day. \nThis is one of the most joyful ceremonies anyone can experience! If you\, or someone you know\, are in need of a warm\, articulate\, thoughtful officiant for a wedding\, please email me or click here for more information.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/wedding-2020-11/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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SUMMARY:TV By The Decades: Television in the 1960s
DESCRIPTION:TV in the 1960s\nThe 1960s were definitely one of TV’s oddest decades! The 1960s began with Westerns dominating the ratings! The old West soap opera Bonanza became the most popular show on the air. One after another competing show was vanquished by the old time sensibilities of an old-fashioned Western. \nAll you really need to know about the diverse nature of TV in the 1960s is found in the answer to the question: “What show finally was able to compete with Bonanza in the ratings?” The answer was a liberal\, modern and very controversial challenger: The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour. This bastion of hip\, cutting edge liberal comedy gave young viewers quite a stark alternative to the Ponderosa! (Trivia! Bonanza\, like Dragnet\, had their stars wear the exact same clothes every week. It saved money on costumes and allowed the producers to reuse old shots from previous episodes! \nSo the 1960s were the era of Gunsmoke and Wagon Train\, Gilligan’s Island and The Beverly Hillbillies and Laugh-In and The Smothers Brothers! We will talk about how TV grew and changed as viewers who had enjoyed Combat began tuning in to Hogan’s Heroes. You won’t want to miss this fast paced multimedia presentation! \nIN THE COMMENTS BELOW – LIST YOUR FAVORITE TV SHOW OF THE 1960s! \nCOST: \nI am asking for a suggested contribution of $5.00 from everyone who registers for the class. PLEASE MARK “TV 1950” in the subject line on your check or e-payment! If you are interested but cannot afford the donation\, please sign up! I am unemployed\, so I understand the financial strain of the crisis! If you can pay\, it is most appreciated as I care for my family.If you cannot pay\, come as my guest! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \nSeats Available: 99 of 100 \nZoom Information – Registration Link Is Below \nSAVE YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL. IF YOU DID NOT GET A CONFIRMATION EMAIL\, YOU DID NOT SIGN UP CORRECTLY. THE ONLY SOLUTION IS TO SIGN UP AGAIN! \nHi there\, \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Aug 12\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcrfumurzkvE9Gw-qlCDqPqcnNAadW2557H \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1960s-tv-3-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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SUMMARY:Dick Van Dyke Show: Leading Television Into The 60s
DESCRIPTION:The Dick Van Dyke Show is well remembered as one of the wittiest situation comedies in the history of television. \nWhat is less well remembered is that Carl Reiner’s creation was a tremendously influential\, but deceptive innovator. The DIck Van Dyke Show contrasts sharply with the situation comedies of the 1950s; in fact it ushers in a new era. It was the first sitcom to be set in suburbia\, to feature both the world of work AND a fully developed home life as a central focus \,the first show to offer rich and consistent backstories for all the characters\, the first  to present a modern housewife as well as the first show to feature a professional woman in the workplace. \nThis unique presentation will highlight one of the most iconic programs and early TV history.  Click here to see a brief preview video about this program! \n  \nCOST: \nI am asking for a suggested contribution of $5.00 from everyone who registers for the class. PLEASE MARK “DVD” in the subject line on your check or e-payment! If you are interested but cannot afford the donation\, please sign up! I am unemployed\, so I understand the financial strain of the crisis! If you can pay\, it is most appreciated as I care for my family. If you cannot afford it\, please come as my guest! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \nSeats Available: 99 of 100 \nZoom Information – Registration Link Is Below \nSAVE YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL. IF YOU DID NOT GET A CONFIRMATION EMAIL\, YOU DID NOT SIGN UP CORRECTLY. THE ONLY SOLUTION IS TO SIGN UP AGAIN! \nBarry Bradford is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting on Dick Van Dyke. \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Aug 14\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqdeGorDMtH9Wt_oFrxC00mIYHe2xV0Iss \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/dick-van-dyke-show-leading-television-60s-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200819T143000
DTSTAMP:20200720T164330Z
CREATED:20170203T151028Z
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SUMMARY:TV In The 1970s
DESCRIPTION:TV IN THE 1970s \nWhat was television like in the 1970s? \nIt was the decade of Roots and the decade of The Love Boat. Silly television comedies were everywhere! The 1970s was the decade of Laverne & Shirley\, The Fonz\, Mork and Mindy\, WKRP\, Three’s Company and both The Brady Bunch and the Partridge Family.  \nDramas became very formulaic and for the most part fairly bland. But Norman Lear created All in the Family a groundbreaking comedy that led to a national debate about racism\, conservatism\, homophobia\, abortion\, mental illness and almost every important social issue of the time. And they did so in a way that was so funny that the show was the top ranked show on television for a record five consecutive years. As Archie Bunker became the voice of  Richard Nixon’s “Silent Majority” other topical comedies such as Chico and the Man\, The Jeffersons\, Sanford and Son\, Maude\, and Good Times  began to change the face of what television situation comedies would look like. \nPerhaps no one  changed the role of women on television more than Mary Tyler Moore.  Her program broke ground with a monumentally popular view of a single working woman in a professional career.   \nFinally\, M*A*S*H   captivated America with his unique and unforgettable combination  of drama\, comedy\, politics and personality set against the backdrop of the Korean War but really opening a discussion about what had happened in Vietnam. \n  \nThis fast-moving multimedia presentation is more than just nostalgic. It’s also an insightful look at what we were watching and why we were watching it at that particular moment in time. The 1970s were a unique decade and television both reflected and shaped the way we live. \nCOST: \nI suggest a $5.00 donation. If you cannot afford $5.00\, please just come as my guest. Please mark your payment with a note in the subject line that says TV 80 \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nPayPal \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \nZOOM REGISTRATION \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Aug 19\, 2020 11:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtf-GspjkoE9XmP_OdLDxycRqQNsLKqOyF \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up properly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/tv-in-the-1970s-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200821T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200821T130000
DTSTAMP:20200710T195004Z
CREATED:20141207T175923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200710T195004Z
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SUMMARY:Carol Burnett - Queen Of Comedy
DESCRIPTION:  \nCarol Burnett is one of the funniest women ever to star on television.  And on Broadway. And in films.  She is also\, by reputation\, one of the nicest\, most thoughtful and highly respected women in the entire history of show business! In this fast\, fun and funny multimedia presentation we will watch hilarious\, rare and wonderful clips from the many fabulous projects Carol Burnett has undertaken throughout her amazing career. Be ready to laugh! \n \n  \nHowever\, there is another\, quite unexpected side of Carol Burnett that we will explore. Her story reveals a dysfunctional and often unhappy personal background. Carol Burnett’s autobiography makes it clear how difficult it was to rise for our favorite comedienne to emerge from her chaotic childhood. Carol Burnett was neglected and abandoned by alcoholic parents\, endured losing a child to and has had cope with complex personal issues. Despite all that\, she has a reputation as one of the kindest and most compassionate people un Show business. And yet she has consciously and purposefully made herself into a positive influence in the lives of others and a terrific role model for younger women coming up through show business.   \nThis unique presentation is a “don’t miss it treasure trove of laughs and a fascinating\, unexpected biography on a terrific talent and a wonderful woman.  \nCOST: \n  \nI suggest a $5.00 donation. Please mark your payment with a note in the subject line that says “Carol” If you cannot afford it\, please just come as my guest. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \n\nBarry1776@aol.com \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \nREGISTRATION: \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Aug 21\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvdeuvrDwsEt2o-OnIr-GF4iTmBbllsagj \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you did not receive the confirming email\, you may not have signed up correctly. Register again! Confirmations come directly from Zoom\, not from me! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/carol-burnett-queen-comedy-vtsc-3-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200822T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200822T180000
DTSTAMP:20200130T234356Z
CREATED:20160108T173629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200130T234356Z
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SUMMARY:Wedding Ceremony
DESCRIPTION: You are seeing this notice because this block of time has been put aside for one of my favorite speaking opportunities! To learn more about my work as a wedding officiant\, please click here.\nI am so blessed and so humbled to be a licensed wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? Whether the wedding gifts large or small\, religious or civil\, traditional or same-sex\, I love being part of a couple’s most special day. I do not do “cookie cutter” weddings – every ceremony is completely unique to the couple. Click here to see what my brides have to say! Every story\, every relationship\, every family is different. It is so much fun for me to get to know the wonderful people and families whose lives are going to be changed on one special day. \nThis is one of the most joyful ceremonies anyone can experience! If you\, or someone you know\, are in need of a warm\, articulate\, thoughtful officiant for a wedding\, please email me or click here for more information.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/wedding-2020-11-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200825T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200825T130000
DTSTAMP:20200811T142624Z
CREATED:20170203T154205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200811T142624Z
UID:8252-1598355000-1598360400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:TV in the 1980s
DESCRIPTION:If the 1970s\, comedies tented to be the ground breakers and dramas were mostly bland and formulaic.  TV  in the 1980s tended to be quite different. While there were important comedies\, most notably  The Cosby Show\, Cheers  and The Golden Girls\, for the most part TV comedies in the 1980s  were simply pleasant diversions like Alf\, The Wonder Years\, Perfect Strangers\, & Silver Spoons. \n TV in the 1980s Dramas  began to show a much more modern style\, moving away from the  predictable\, bland  formulaic cop and doctor shows popular in the 1970s. Hill Street Blues\, LA Law\, 30 Something\,  & St. Elsewhere were each terrific in and of themselves. But they are popular and artistic success also pointed to a more mature era of television dramas. \n  \nFinally\, the 1980s where the heyday of must see evening television soaps. Falcon Crest\, Dallas\, Knots Landing & Dynasty garnered phenomenal ratings and mesmerized many viewers. This multimedia presentation will explore what we watched and why we watched it in a transitional decade for American television. \nCOST: \n  \nI suggest a $5.00 donation. If you cannot afford $5.00\, please just come as my guest. Please mark your payment with a note in the subject line that says TV 80 \n  \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nPayPal \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \n  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up properly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Aug 25\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwod-qtpzkuHNA0skbVZ6NxIOkdeT6D2AGV \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/tv-in-the-1980s-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200826T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200826T130000
DTSTAMP:20200826T021043Z
CREATED:20170203T162216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T021043Z
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SUMMARY:TV In The 1990s
DESCRIPTION:The 1990s were a transformative decade in American TV.. \nSimply the sheer number of programs on TV in the 1990s grew exponentially This was due to the arrival of cable TV networks\, like HBO\, Cinemax\, Showtime and other channels aiming specialized programming aimed directly at their target audience. \nWhile the broadcast networks gave us great fare like Homicide\, Life On The Streets\, Seinfeld\, The Simpsons\, NYPD Blue and  Northern Exposure\, we began to see competitors like the WB\, the Food Network\, and the National Geographic network begin to expand the range of television programming. With more and better programs available\, plus the ability to tape programs completely shifted the nature of the viewing experience! As the decade progressed\, it was clear that “The second Golden age of TV” was about to begin! Don’t miss this exciting multimedia presentation \nCOST: \nI suggest a $5.00 donation. If you cannot afford $5.00\, please just come as my guest. Please mark your payment with a note in the subject line that says “TV 90.” \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nPayPal \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \nREGISTRATION THROUGH ZOOM \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Aug 26\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAld-CvqTMiGtX9LhaGWE3iDfBGefDbA_Im \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up properly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/tv-1990/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200828T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200828T143000
DTSTAMP:20200829T032103Z
CREATED:20170830T162655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200829T032103Z
UID:9408-1598619600-1598625000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Gracie Allen – Underappreciated Comic Genius
DESCRIPTION: Gracie Allen is one of the funniest women ever to perform in American theater\, radio\, television and film. And yet if I asked you to name the greatest comedienne’s of all time\, you would probably mention names like Lucille Ball\, Carol Burnett\, Tina Fey\, and Mary Tyler Moore\, but you might not remember to include Gracie Allen.  that’s a shame\, because Gracie Allen deserves immense respect for creating one of the most memorable\, quotable and beloved comic characters of all time. \nGracie Allen – Underappreciated Comic Genius\n This multimedia presentation will highlight the phenomenal career of George Burns and Gracie Allen. We will especially focus on the out-talnted but often underrated Gracie Allen. \nAmong the highlights will be Gracie Allen’s historic and hysterical run for the Presidency in 1940\, her ability to dance beautifully with stars like Fred Astaire and Eleanor Powell\, and her lasting impact on vaudeville\, radio\, and television comedy. \nThis unique\, fast moving and funny multimedia presentation will not only amuse you and entertain you but it will also open your eyes to why the fabulous Gracie Allen deserves to be remembered as one of the great comediennes of all time!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/gracie-allen-underappreciated-comic-genius-2-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200831T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200831T143000
DTSTAMP:20200829T034259Z
CREATED:20180413T170129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200829T034259Z
UID:9411-1598878800-1598884200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The Marx Brothers
DESCRIPTION:The Marx Brothers were much\, much better than you remember! Their humor uplifted American spirits during the Depression and established new standards for comedy. The Marx Brothers combination of odd and unique talents\, including a harp playing mime\, a Jewish comic with the worst Italian accent and the most distinctive piano playing style\, and one of the greatest monologists of all time have delighted and baffled classic movie fans since the Depression. They performed alongside Lucille Ball\, sang music written by Irving Berlin and acted in comedies written by the great George S. Kaufmann\, yet many people dimly think of the as analogous to The Three Stooges. \nBut when you look deeper you see an amazing immigrant success story\, discover how American popular culture was changing\, and meet four remarkably different and interesting men whose films rank among the best comedies of all time. “Duck Soup” is rightly considered one of the greatest films ever made about politics. Both that film and “A Night AT The Opera” are on the AFI list of the 100 best movies! Whether you are a long time fan of the Marx Brothers\, a skeptic or completely unfamiliar with their work\, you are in for a treat with this fun multimedia presentation! \nTHIS PRESENTATION IS NOT OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-marx-brothers-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200901T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200901T123000
DTSTAMP:20200815T145400Z
CREATED:20200724T170753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200815T145400Z
UID:9271-1598959800-1598963400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Would Happen If... Unusual Election Scenarios
DESCRIPTION:The national elections are exactly two months from today! With a deadly pandemic raging\, a divide and volatile President tweeting daily\, massive social unrest\, a uniquely challenging economy and memories of the polls being wrong in 2016\, lots of people have questions about what might happen on Nov. 3\, This program will examine the ways in which numerous  unusual or unprecedented scenarios in the the election process will play out\, \nFor instance: \nWhat happens if President Trump loses\, but ‘refuses to accept the results’ of the November  election? \nWhat happens if the Electoral College is tied? \nWhat happens if one of the Presidential or Vice Presidential candidates dies during the campaign or after the election? \nWhat happens if news organizations  or some of the states are unable to determine  which candidate  the winner on Election Night? \nWhat if there is a major calamity on Election Day\, such as an earthquake\, hurricane or terrorist attack? \nWhat if the President wants to delay the election? \nWhat if there are major protests on Election Day\, blocking the polls? \nWhat if mail-in absentee ballots are not received by voters or not processed by the Post Office in time to be counted on Election Day? \nWhat if the Congress refuses to accept the results of the Electoral College? \nIf it sounds like enough to give you a headache\, that’s why you have me! I’ll answer all these questions – and more! Don’t miss this amazing new presentation. Please note this presentation will be offered in the afternoon and in the evening\, If you are signing up here\, you are  \nCOST: \nI suggest a $5.00 donation. If you cannot afford $5.00\, please just come as my guest. Please mark your payment with a note in the subject line that says “Problems AM” \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nPayPal \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \nREGISTRATION \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Sep 1\, 2020 11:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsd-urqTsvGNEMgwpeuTDEp1AG4LxiZCiI \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up properly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-would-happen-if-unusual-election-scenarios/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200901T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200901T200000
DTSTAMP:20200815T145632Z
CREATED:20200724T170753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200815T145632Z
UID:9275-1598986800-1598990400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Would Happen If... Unusual Election Scenarios
DESCRIPTION:The national elections are exactly two months from today! With a deadly pandemic raging\, a divide and volatile President tweeting daily\, massive social unrest\, a uniquely challenging economy and memories of the polls being wrong in 2016\, lots of people have questions about what might happen on Nov. 3\, This program will examine the ways in which numerous  unusual or unprecedented scenarios in the the election process will play out\, \nFor instance: \nWhat happens if President Trump loses\, but ‘refuses to accept the results’ of theNovember  election? \nWhat happens if the Electoral College is tied? \nWhat happens if one of the Presidential or Vice Presidential candidates dies during the campaign or after the election? \nWhat happens if news organizations  or some of the states are unable to determine  which candidate  the winner on Election Night? \nWhat if there is a major calamity on Election Day\, such as an earthquake\, hurricane or terrorist attack? \nWhat if the President wants to delay the election? \nWhat if there are major protests on Election Day\, blocking the polls? \nWhat if mail-in absentee ballots are not received by voters or not processed by the Post Office in time to be counted on Election Day? \nWhat if the Congress refuses to accept the results of the Electoral College? \nIf it sounds like enough to give you a headache\, that’s why you have me! I’ll answer all these questions – and more! Don’t miss this amazing new presentation. Please note this presentation will be offered in the afternoon and in the evening\, If you are signing up here\, you are  \nCOST: \nI suggest a $5.00 donation. If you cannot afford $5.00\, please just come as my guest. Please mark your payment with a note in the subject line that says “Problems PM” \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nPayPal \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \nRegistration \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Sep 1\, 2020 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sde6hrT0oGdeyqGfsuDz77pK0W1QnslUm \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up properly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-would-happen-if-unusual-election-scenarios-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200904T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200904T113000
DTSTAMP:20200117T220432Z
CREATED:20191210T133655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200117T220432Z
UID:8761-1599213600-1599219000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Sidney Poitier
DESCRIPTION:Sidney Poitier is\, without question\, one of the greatest actors in the history of American film. \nAdditionally\, Sidney Poitier is the man who broke the color barrier in Hollywood. Like Barack Obama or Jackie Robinson\, he was more than just a symbol. He was a man of great talent\, skill and accomplishment. His success was not only his\, but a reminder of how America had squelched the talents of so many talented citizens.  \nMany fans of the “Golden Era” of “classic films” – including myself – have had to come to grips with the racist\, segregationist nature of those movies. Judy Garland\, Fred Astaire and Cary Grant were great actors and their films remain wildly enjoyable. But look at the films as a whole and you will see the leading roles are all played by white actors. Black actors appear as slaves\, domestics\, field hands\, or drivers. As great as Garland\, Astaire and Grant were\, it’s important to remember they were given opportunities denied to Lena Horne\, the Nicholas Brothers or any black man before Sidney Poitier. The racism of classic Hollywood denied us from appreciating some great talent. Just as the quality of baseball became better when it integrated\, so did movies improve after Sidney Poitier helped open the door. A society is stronger when all its citizens can participate. \nHowever\, his career should not be seen only as historic and groundbreaking. He was a great actor! Sidney Poitier\, in his best roles\, was simply magnificent. \nWatch “The Defiant Ones\,” “Blackboard Jungle\,” “Lillies Of The Field\,” “In The Heat Of The Night\,” “To Sir\, With Love\,” and “A Patch Of Blue” and you see a great actor at the top of his game. You can even see him in a movie with Dan Aykroyd! Poitier could be as suave as Cary Grant\, as intense as Humphrey Bogart\, as relatable as Jimmy Stewart. And unlike those other great actors\, Sidney Poitier went on to have a fabulous director of money making movies! \nJoin us for a fascinating multimedia look at the life and career of the great Sidney Poitier! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/poitier-5/
LOCATION:private\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civil Rights,Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200904T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200904T123000
DTSTAMP:20200819T134459Z
CREATED:20200226T180351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T134459Z
UID:9313-1599219000-1599222600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:1920 - History In Perspective
DESCRIPTION:1920 was a fascinating year that ushered in an amazing decade!  \nAlthough Americans tend to think of “The Roaring 20s” as the era of flappers\, bathtub gin\, Al Capone\, a booming stock market\, and a much more liberal sexual atmosphere\, the decade was far more complex. The atmosphere of social liberalism was being counterbalanced by the non-stop election of conservative Republicans\, a major pushback from organized religion\, and signs of a deteriorating economy despite seeming prosperity.  \n1920 saw two seemingly opposite trends converge – Americans elected very conservative\, old-fashioned politicians at the same time they were beginning to flout conventional norms of behavior. As an example: we outlawed the sale of alcohol and almost  immediately there grew a culture of drinking\, new criminal organizations to sell booze and the glorification of those who opposed the very government they had just elected! \nWe will focus in on the specific year of 1920 – taking a deep dive into the culture\, sports\, movies\, economy and major news stories of a most fascinating\, transitional year! \nCOST: \nI suggest a $5.00 donation. If you cannot afford $5.00\, please just come as my guest. Please mark your payment with a note in the subject line that says “1920” \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \n  \nRegistration \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Sep 4\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsd-2vpzovHNFXgW_Gc0vj4wUkaEE1bDct \nYou will receive a confirmation email from Zoom (not from me) as soon as you register  If you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up properly and you are not registered for the class. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1920-3-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200904T180000
DTSTAMP:20200225T194038Z
CREATED:20160108T173629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200225T194038Z
UID:8830-1599238800-1599242400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Wedding Ceremony
DESCRIPTION: You are seeing this notice because this block of time has been put aside for one of my favorite speaking opportunities! To learn more about my work as a wedding officiant\, please click here.\nI am so blessed and so humbled to be a licensed wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? Whether the wedding gifts large or small\, religious or civil\, traditional or same-sex\, I love being part of a couple’s most special day. I do not do “cookie cutter” weddings – every ceremony is completely unique to the couple. Click here to see what my brides have to say! Every story\, every relationship\, every family is different. It is so much fun for me to get to know the wonderful people and families whose lives are going to be changed on one special day. \nThis is one of the most joyful ceremonies anyone can experience! If you\, or someone you know\, are in need of a warm\, articulate\, thoughtful officiant for a wedding\, please email me or click here for more information.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/wedding-2020-14/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200905T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200905T180000
DTSTAMP:20190816T010859Z
CREATED:20160108T173629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190816T010859Z
UID:8469-1599325200-1599328800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Wedding Ceremony
DESCRIPTION: You are seeing this notice because this block of time has been put aside for one of my favorite speaking opportunities! To learn more about my work as a wedding officiant\, please click here.\nI am so blessed and so humbled to be a licensed wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? Whether the wedding gifts large or small\, religious or civil\, traditional or same-sex\, I love being part of a couple’s most special day. I do not do “cookie cutter” weddings – every ceremony is completely unique to the couple. Every story\, every relationship\, every family is different. It is so much fun for me to get to know the wonderful people and families whose lives are going to be changed on one special day. \nThis is one of the most joyful ceremonies anyone can experience! If you\, or someone you know\, are in need of a warm\, articulate\, thoughtful officiant for a wedding\, please email me or click here for more information.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/wedding-2020-5/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200908T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200908T123000
DTSTAMP:20200819T134331Z
CREATED:20140916T212500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T134331Z
UID:9320-1599564600-1599568200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Jack Ruby - Hothead\, Hitman or Patriot?
DESCRIPTION:Jack Ruby – Hothead\, Hitman or Patriot?\nHere is what we know for sure.  Jack Ruby was an erratic\, violent man who murdered Lee Harvey Oswald \n \nWhat we cannot be certain of is WHY Jack Ruby chose to murder Lee Harvey Oswald.  Some conspiracy theorists focus in on Ruby’s ties to organized crime and claim that he shot Oswald on orders from the Mafia in order to protect the Mob leaders who ordered JFK’s assassination.  Other theorists jump on his ties to the Dallas Police and say he was a hit man working for THEM! (The statements would seem contradictory\, unless you assume that the Mafia and the Dallas Police conspired to murder Oswald!) \nThis very unique  in-depth multi-media presentation explores Jack Ruby’s dark past\, his countless acts of spontaneous violence and his twisted relationships with women\, colleagues\, employers and mobsters.  We will look at all of the major theories that attempt to explain Jack Ruby’s strange behavior. Using the documented details from his odd life and his painful death\, we will eventually see which theory best explains Jack Ruby’s decision to murder Lee Harvey Oswald. \n  \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or if you feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free\, I am unemployed but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! Please mark ‘Ruby’ in the subject line. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takesß 10% of your donation as fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \n  \nRegistration \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Sep 8\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAoc-ytqjMvG9ZFDbCj_uN-Jl9bn0Dg21KV \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up properly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/jack-ruby-hothead-hitman-patriot-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200911T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200911T123000
DTSTAMP:20200819T134707Z
CREATED:20200310T164922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T134707Z
UID:9317-1599823800-1599827400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:1945
DESCRIPTION:Join me in our time capsule for this amazing look back at one of the most important years in the history of the world: 1945. \nIn 1945 World War II finally came to an end. After the deaths of both Adolph Hitler and Franklin D. Roosevelt\, the evil Nazi empire finally surrendered. In the Pacific Theatre\, fierce battles came to an end with the dropping of the world’s first atomic bombs. The destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki ended the war – but ushered in a vastly more dangerous era. \nWe will look at the most popular movies\, top radio shows and chart leading songs of 1945. As we look back\, we’ll discover what famous people were born and which died during the year\, learn about what everyday consumer items cost and look back at the amazing\, ultimately heartbreaking World Series run of the Chicago Cubs! It would prove to be their last world series appearance until 2016! \nThe America of 75 years ago was very different than the America of 2020. But in ways small and large it is tremendously important to how we live today.  \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or if you feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free\, I am unemployed but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! Please mark ‘1945’ in the subject line. \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takesß 10% of your donation as fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \n  \nRegistration \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Sep 11\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqd-ihqj8oGNKK0CWhVPstdbTVfo_L-XW_ \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up properly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1945-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Cultural History,Military History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200913T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200913T153000
DTSTAMP:20200907T011342Z
CREATED:20140629T165341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200907T011342Z
UID:9423-1600005600-1600011000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Dick Van Dyke Show: FREE PRESENTATION
DESCRIPTION:The Dick Van Dyke Show is well remembered as one of the wittiest situation comedies in the history of television. \nWhat is less well remembered is that Carl Reiner’s creation was a tremendously influential\, but deceptive innovator. The DIck Van Dyke Show contrasts sharply with the situation comedies of the 1950s; in fact it ushers in a new era. It was the first sitcom to be set in suburbia\, to feature both the world of work AND a fully developed home life as a central focus \,the first show to offer rich and consistent backstories for all the characters\, the first  to present a modern housewife as well as the first show to feature a professional woman in the workplace. \nThis unique presentation will highlight one of the most iconic programs and early TV history.  Click here to see a brief preview video about this program! \nThis program is FREE !  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/dick-van-dyke-show/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200914T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200914T110000
DTSTAMP:20200916T141100Z
CREATED:20140902T180407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T141100Z
UID:9436-1600075800-1600081200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:JFK - A Life
DESCRIPTION:JOHN F. KENNEDY – A LIFE\n \nJFK is one of our most beloved and well-known Presidents. However\, much of what we “know” about John Fitzgerald Kennedy is fragmentary: his dalliances with women\, his heroism in the aftermath of PT-109\, his glamorous wife\, his horrific death. We know parts of the Kennedy story\, but it can be hard to separate myth from history when it comes to a man as complex as JFK! \nIn this fast moving\, insightful and fascinating multimedia presentation\, you will be mesmerized by details of: \nHis very dysfunctional parents \nJFK’s complex medical problems \nHis unusual schooling\, including missing large chunks due to serious illnesses \nJFK’s actions before\, during and after the sinking of PT-109 \nHis political career \nJFK and women \nHis complicated marriage. \nThe Rat Pack And JFK \nThe Assassination \nAnd so much more! \nREGISTRATION IS THROUGH COLLEGE OF LAKE COUNTY
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/jfk-life-4-2/
LOCATION:College of Lake County\, 1120 S Milwaukee Ave\, Vernon Hills\, IL\, 60061\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Military History,Political History
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ORGANIZER;CN="CLC":MAILTO:CPEInfo@clcillinois.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T123000
DTSTAMP:20200819T154311Z
CREATED:20150525T175946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T154311Z
UID:9327-1600255800-1600259400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Jane Addams
DESCRIPTION:Jane Addams is widely recognized as one of the most influential and admired women in both Chicago and American history. Her name is synonymous with “Hull House” – one of the groundbreaking and greatest examples of settlement house social work and community organizing in the USA.  Along with her  amazing colleague\, Ellen Starr\, Jane Addams changed the way Chicagoans and Americans thought about providing social service for immigrants and the poor. \nThe unique effectiveness of Hull House  has been demonstrated many times over in its impact on Chicago and the numerous institutions that sprung up around the country in an attempt to duplicate its model. \nIf Hull House had been her only accomplishment\, Jane Addams would be absolutely deserving of the respect of every succeeding generation of Americans. \nHowever\, as you will learn in this unique and fascinating multimedia presentation\, the life of Jane Addams was complex\, her accomplishments great\, and her influence very profound on many aspects of American life. She was a political activist\, educational  reformer\, a champion of women’s rights and the winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. Your admiration and respect for Jane Addams will only grow as you witness her long and effective life. \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of just  $5.00. If you cannot afford it or if you feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free\, I am unemployed but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \n  \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takesß 10% of your donation as fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \n  \nRegistration \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Sep 16\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIoduChrj0rEtDZrv5Zu8eoZk1JVpqZj8UW \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up properly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/jane-addams-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Political History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200916T193000
DTSTAMP:20200916T131009Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200916T131009Z
UID:9434-1600279200-1600284600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Mel Brooks
DESCRIPTION:Mel Brooks wrote\, directed and starred in some of the funniest movies of all time. He even wrote the music for them! \nAs a TV writer\, working for the great Sid Caesar\, Mel Brooks contributed to perhaps the funniest TV show of all time. He then\, along with Buck Henry\, created “Get Smart\,” one of the most popular TV comedies ever! \nWith Carl Reiner\, he made some of the funniest recordings of all time. \nAnd\, as if that wasn’t enough\, Mel Brooks wrote \n one of the funniest and most Tony Awards winning Broadway musicals of all time! \nSo Mel Brooks has had a huge impact on TV\, movies\, recordings\, and Broadway. he is serving as a performer\, writer\, lyricist\, composer\, director or producer\, Mel Brooks has created a comic legacy that will stand the test of time. And\, at age 93\, he is not even contemplating!ing retirement! \nGet ready to laugh as we take a fascinating multimedia presentation  looking at the laughs\, life and legacy of one of the funniest men ever – the one and only Mel Brooks! \nCOST: \nI am asking for a suggested contribution of $5.00 from everyone who registers for the class. PLEASE MARK “”BROOKS 2” in the subject line on your check or e-payment! If you are interested but cannot afford the donation\, please sign up! I am unemployed\, so I understand the financial strain of the crisis! If you can pay\, it is most appreciated as I care for my family. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/mel-brooks-8-2-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200918T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200918T123000
DTSTAMP:20200819T161939Z
CREATED:20190311T191135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T161939Z
UID:9331-1600428600-1600432200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Best Of Recent Broadway - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:With Broadway shut down until next year\, I want to share some of the best musicals to have played on ‘The Great White Way’ in the last five years. Today’s session will feature the backstory\, music and a critical review of two great shows: “Come From Away\,” and the Tony Award winning “Something Rotten. \n“Come From Away” is a powerful\, dramatic and uplifting musical about how the \n small town of Gander\, Newfoundland\, welcomed Americans who were stranded during 9-11. You would not think a musical with the 9-11 attacks as a backdrop could be joyous and inspiring\, but “Come From Away” conveys a powerful message of hope\, compassion\, friendship and caring. It is a completely unique work of theater\, filled with unforgettable characters\, terrific music and a plot that – I promise you – you will never forget. This is not only one of my favorite shows of recent years\, this is now one of my favorite shows ever! \n“Something Rotten” is a side-splitting work of musical COMEDY that had audiences screaming with laughter. Despite rave reviews\, it struggled to build an audience. Standing in the TKTS line\, I heard people say they wouldn’t see “Something Rotten” because it “was about Shakespeare.” Their assumption was that it’d be obscure\, hard to follow and pedantic. It scored ten Tony Award nominations\, far more than higher profile shows with known stars like Kristin Chenoweth and Kelsey Grammer)\, well known titles or familiar music. “Something Rotten” scores high with critics and enjoys sensational word-of-mouth from audiences that have discovered it. Like “The Producers” is is not meant to be anything but funny. One song got a standing ovation – in the first act! Ready to laugh? \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or if you feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free\, I am unemployed but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! Put “BWAY1” in the subject line \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takesß 10% of your donation as fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \n Registration \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Sep 18\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItcOytpzopEtJxqZVvQRpUVZdjV6SwH6XX \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up properly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/way-recent/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200921T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200921T123000
DTSTAMP:20200825T150640Z
CREATED:20140318T160218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200825T150640Z
UID:8764-1600687800-1600691400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Barbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV Reporter
DESCRIPTION:Barbara Walters: First Superstar Women TV Reporter\nBarbara Walters was the first superstar woman television news reporter. Fighting against many barriers\, she opened the door for women to be taken seriously as news anchors and news reporters on broadcast television. As the first woman cohost on the today show and the first woman to be co-anchor on the network evening national newscast\, Barbara Walters broke many important stories – and smashed the glass ceiling for women in broadcasting. Her career is legendary.  Her life story is amazing.  And this presentation is not to be missed! \n  \nFrom serious news and election coverage to celebrity specials and glamorous red carpet interviews\, Barbara Walters has been a ubiquitous figure in American broadcasting. She has interviewed Fidel Castro and Monica Lewinsky; Sadaam Hussein and Tom Cruise  In this riveting multimedia \npresentation\, we will look at the professional triumphs \nand intriguing private life of the iconic Barbara Walters – a woman who has been in the public eye for over 50 years. \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or if you feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free\, I am unemployed but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford (please put ‘Walters’ in the memo line) \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takesß 10% of your donation as fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \n  \nRegistration \nWhen: Sep 21\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-ipqDIoGdXUNoZKcQicuAwiwJOM8wXH \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up properly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/barbara-walters/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Cultural History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200925T113000
DTSTAMP:20200924T035659Z
CREATED:20170830T162655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200924T035659Z
UID:9457-1601028000-1601033400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Gracie Allen – Underappreciated Comic Genius
DESCRIPTION: Gracie Allen is one of the funniest women ever to perform in American theater\, radio\, television and film. And yet if I asked you to name the greatest comedienne’s of all time\, you would probably mention names like Lucille Ball\, Carol Burnett\, Tina Fey\, and Mary Tyler Moore\, but you might not remember to include Gracie Allen.  that’s a shame\, because Gracie Allen deserves immense respect for creating one of the most memorable\, quotable and beloved comic characters of all time. \nGracie Allen – Underappreciated Comic Genius\n This multimedia presentation will highlight the phenomenal career of George Burns and Gracie Allen. We will especially focus on the out-talnted but often underrated Gracie Allen. \nAmong the highlights will be Gracie Allen’s historic and hysterical run for the Presidency in 1940\, her ability to dance beautifully with stars like Fred Astaire and Eleanor Powell\, and her lasting impact on vaudeville\, radio\, and television comedy. \nThis unique\, fast moving and funny multimedia presentation will not only amuse you and entertain you but it will also open your eyes to why the fabulous Gracie Allen deserves to be remembered as one of the great comediennes of all time!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/gracie-allen-underappreciated-comic-genius-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200925T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200925T150000
DTSTAMP:20200925T181619Z
CREATED:20180413T170129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T181619Z
UID:9473-1601040600-1601046000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The Marx Brothers
DESCRIPTION:The Marx Brothers were much\, much better than you remember! Their humor uplifted American spirits during the Depression and established new standards for comedy. The Marx Brothers combination of odd and unique talents\, including a harp playing mime\, a Jewish comic with the worst Italian accent and the most distinctive piano playing style\, and one of the greatest monologists of all time have delighted and baffled classic movie fans since the Depression. They performed alongside Lucille Ball\, sang music written by Irving Berlin and acted in comedies written by the great George S. Kaufmann\, yet many people dimly think of the as analogous to The Three Stooges. \nBut when you look deeper you see an amazing immigrant success story\, discover how American popular culture was changing\, and meet four remarkably different and interesting men whose films rank among the best comedies of all time. “Duck Soup” is rightly considered one of the greatest films ever made about politics. Both that film and “A Night AT The Opera” are on the AFI list of the 100 best movies! Whether you are a long time fan of the Marx Brothers\, a skeptic or completely unfamiliar with their work\, you are in for a treat with this fun multimedia presentation! \nTHIS PRESENTATION IS NOT OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-marx-brothers-2-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Park Senior Center":MAILTO:Cearle@cityhpil.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200926T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200926T180000
DTSTAMP:20191120T004721Z
CREATED:20160108T173629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191120T004721Z
UID:8637-1601139600-1601143200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Wedding Ceremony
DESCRIPTION: You are seeing this notice because this block of time has been put aside for one of my favorite speaking opportunities! To learn more about my work as a wedding officiant\, please click here.\nI am so blessed and so humbled to be a licensed wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? Whether the wedding gifts large or small\, religious or civil\, traditional or same-sex\, I love being part of a couple’s most special day. I do not do “cookie cutter” weddings – every ceremony is completely unique to the couple. Every story\, every relationship\, every family is different. It is so much fun for me to get to know the wonderful people and families whose lives are going to be changed on one special day. \nThis is one of the most joyful ceremonies anyone can experience! If you\, or someone you know\, are in need of a warm\, articulate\, thoughtful officiant for a wedding\, please email me or click here for more information.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/wedding-2020-9/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200929T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200929T123000
DTSTAMP:20200825T155920Z
CREATED:20180503T132433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200825T155920Z
UID:9362-1601379000-1601382600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Cole Porter - Risque Master Of American Music (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:We begin with a simple statement of absolute truth.  Cole Porter is one of the greatest songwriters in American history. Porter’s melodies were sublime. Equally unforgettable are his amazing  lyrics- they  were clever\, witty\, sophisticated\, original and naughty. Surprisingly\, although we tend to think of Cole Porter as simply the ultimate European oriented sophisticate – he was actually born in tiny Peru\, Indiana! \nThe list of songs written by Porter includes some of the greatest entries in the great American Songbook!  Consider: \nLET’S DO IT (LET’S FALL IN LOVE) (1928) \n NIGHT AND DAY (1932) \nANYTHING GOES (1934) \n DON’T FENCE ME IN (1934) \nI GET A KICK OUT OF YOU (1934) \nBEGIN THE BEGUINE (1935) \n I’VE GOT YOU UNDER MY SKIN (1936) \nIT’S DE-LOVELY (1936) \nPorter’s legacy was further assured by brilliant Broadway shows like “Kiss Me Kate” and “Can-Can.” But beneath the surface of this bon-vivant lay a tortured soul. Cole Porter lived in both psychic and physical pain much of his life. His life story\, his personality and his unforgettable music combine for a memorable multimedia presentation! \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or if you feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free\, I am unemployed but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget!  \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford (put Porter 1 in the memo line) \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takesß 10% of your donation as fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \n  \nRegistration \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Sep 29\, 2020 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItcOGpqDwjHNB6_5-egc1voAGkOEllU8BB \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up properly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/cole-porter1/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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