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SUMMARY:1920 - A Turning Point In American History!
DESCRIPTION:1920 was a fascinating year that ushered in an amazing decade!  \n \nWas it a liberal time or conservative? In the same year that women got the right to vote\, Americans lost the right to buy alcohol. \nThe complexity of 1920 open the door. Although 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. On the one hand\, Americans overwhelmingly elected very conservative\, old-fashioned politicians who promised a return to traditional values. But 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 massive underground culture of drinking\, new criminal organizations to sell booze\, and the glorification of mobsters who opposed the very government\, the voters\, had just elected! \nWe will focus 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! \nREGISTER: CLICK HERE! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1920-1/
LOCATION:Wauconda Public Library\, 801 N. Main Street\, Wauconda\, IL\, 60084\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210827T140000
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SUMMARY:The Civil War In 1864 -65
DESCRIPTION:The Civil War In 1864 -65 marks the culmination of the battle to reunify the land\, crush the terrorists and end the barbaric practice of slavery. Although the fighting ends when the brilliant leadership of Generals Grant\, Sherman\, Sheridan\, and Meade and Admiral Farragut finally destroys the terrorist army threatening the United States Of America\, the end of the Civil War also brings about the murder of Abraham Lincoln. \nThe brutal killing of our greatest President by a  motley group of terrorists dooms the South to almost a century of racial antagonism\, poverty and strife. As we think about the end of the Civil War\, we will also think about what it heralded for the future. \nPlease don’t miss this amazing multimedia presentation! \nALL REGISTRATION IS THROUGH HIGHLAND PARK SENIOR CENTER. I DO NOT HAAVE THE ZOOM LINKS!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-civil-war-in-1864-65-2/
LOCATION:Highland Park Senior Center\, 1677 Old Deerfield Rd\, Highland Park\, IL\, 60035
CATEGORIES:American History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210828T170000
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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 an award-winning wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? Whether the wedding is 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! \nEvery love 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-2022-12/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210830T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210830T203000
DTSTAMP:20210825T180600Z
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SUMMARY:The Life Of Harriet Tubman
DESCRIPTION:The life of Harriet Tubman is one of the most extraordinary tales of heroism\, sacrifice\, and courage you will ever hear. Many Americans know the name of Harriet Tubman as a conductor on the underground railroad. They remember that she led many enslaved people to freedom. But like Rosa Parks or Paul Revere\, she’s remembered more as a symbolic figure than as a real-life person whose life was dramatic before and after her daring rescues behind enemy lines. \nIn this fast moving and fascinating multimedia presentation\, you will meet the woman behind the legend. The life of Harriet Tubman includes being a spy\, a nurse\, an advocate for women’s suffrage\, and the distinction of being the first American woman ever to lead regular army troops into combat! I love this presentation and I think you will as well!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-life-of-harriet-tubman-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210831T183000
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SUMMARY:Diana: Death Of The The People's Princess
DESCRIPTION:Diana: Tragic Death Of a Princess\nLady Diana Spencer was the “People’s Princess” beloved throughout the world for her compassion as much as for her glamour. \nSweet\, pretty Lady Diana Spencer was a shy and charming kindergarten teacher when she caught the eye of Prince Charles\, heir to the throne of Great Britain. At first\, to the public\, her story seemed like a fairytale. A pretty young girl had been plucked out of obscurity to marry the dashing Prince. But the truth of Diana’s private life was very\, very different from the public perception.   \nIn 1981\, an estimated 750 million people around the world watched the beautiful 20-year-old Diana Spencer marry her handsome Prince Charles amidst all the pomp and circumstance of the British Empire. But barely more than 10 years later she was bitterly divorced with two children\, suffering from severe depression and eating disorders\, brought out on by the realization that her cool and diffident husband had been having an affair with a long time girlfriend\, Camilla Parker-Bowles. \nAfter Princess Diana’s ugly public divorce\, she became an outcast from the British Royal family. Despite that\, she became even more beloved by the British public! She was seen as an affectionate and doting mother\, an icon of fashion style\, and most importantly as a tireless champion for humanitarian causes. Diana met with Mother Teresa in an effort to bring attention to the global aid epidemic. She risked her life to try and read war zones of the scourge of land mines.  \nWherever she went\, whatever she did and whomever she dated\, Diana’s her every move was followed by the insatiable British press. They detailed DIana’s every date\, every vacation\, and every outfit. \nWhen Princess Diana died in a horrible car crash she was mourned by the world. The outpouring of grief in Britain forever changed the nation’s view of the monarchy. Diana’s unexpected life\, veering between glamour and tragedy and her sudden and controversial death make for an unforgettable story. \nTWO PARTS! This is part two\, in which we cover the tragic death of Diana and the reaction from the Monarchy. \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5. 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 \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nSubject Line: Diana 2 \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) \n√  Zelle – send me an email if you would like to pay by Zelle. \nV PopMoney  \n(send to 347-921-1776) \n√ Don’t pay if you cannot afford it! \nRegistration \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nWhen: Aug 31\, 2021\, 06:30 PM Central Time (the US and Canada) \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYoce6prjktHdWNBKWy_9oP_uBlvBmHFY1O \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining  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/diana-a-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:British History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210908T140000
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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 clarifies 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\, and had to cope with complex personal issues. Despite all that\, she has a reputation as one of the kindest and most compassionate people in show business. And yet\, she has consciously and purposefully made herself a positive influence in others’ lives and a terrific role model for younger women coming up through show business.   \nThis unique presentation is a “don’t miss its treasure trove of laughs and a fascinating\, unexpected biography on a terrific talent and a wonderful woman.  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/carol-burnett-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T140000
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SUMMARY:Thomas Edison Bright Ideas - A Multimedia Biography
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Edison Bright Ideas\nThomas Edison (1847 – 1931) was a genius! He is best remembered as one of the greatest inventors of all time.  Edison was certainly that!  But the great Edison was not terribly interested in theoretical science. Instead\, (like Benjamin Franklin) he concentrated on practical discoveries such as the light bulb\, motion picture cameras\, sound recording\, and voting machines.  Thomas Edison’s bright ideas transformed the world!  His inventions changed the lives of all Americans and ushered in a period of explosive economic growth as technology created new jobs\, opportunities\, and investments. \nBut as you will discover in this fascinating multimedia biography\, Thomas Edison was also a pioneering and visionary businessman\, a philosopher\, and a mentor.  He also had some forward-thinking – and wrongheaded – views of society. We will explore the roots of his personality. You’ll see how his personal struggles with learning disabilities and hearing loss make his accomplishments all the more remarkable. \nWe will look at his unique family dynamic\, the early manifestations of his genius\, the controversies surrounding his patents\, and some of his offbeat and dubious beliefs. \nALL REGISTRATION IS THROUGH NORTH SHORE SENIOR CENTER! I DO NOT HAVE THE LINKS!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/thomas-edison-bright-ideas-3-2/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,Economic History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210911T170000
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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 will be changed on one special day. \nThis is one of the most joyful ceremonies anyone can experience! If you\, or someone you know\, require a warm\, articulate\, thoughtful officiant for a wedding\, please email me or click here for more information.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/wedding-2021-16/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T130000
DTSTAMP:20210827T181110Z
CREATED:20210827T180139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T181110Z
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SUMMARY:Election of 2020
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the Election of 2020\nThe election of 2020 was unlike any presidential election in our history! Historians have had almost a year now to analyze the statistics. As a result\, we can accurately break down which groups of voters made the difference. With the drama of a deeply divided electorate\, a wildly controversial president\, and unprecedented turnout as Americans ended up voting during a pandemic\, the election of 2020 will be an endlessly fascinating source of study for historians for years to come!\n \nIn this spellbinding nonpartisan multimedia presentation\, presidential-award-winning historian Barry Bradford will separate the documented\, verified facts from the conspiracy theories. Importantly\, he will offer historical comparisons to and context. Join us if you have been waiting to understand one of the most important elections of all time\n \n\nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or 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√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘2020 AM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Would you please add a note saying 2020 AM \n√  Zelle – if you have never paid me by Zelle before\, send me an email before you pay\, and I will send you instructions. If you’ve used this method\, you should be all set! Would you please add a note saying 2020 AM.\n\nHi there\, \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: \nSep 14\, 2021\, 11:30 AM Central Time (the US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsduivrTsqEtSJPknr4l8svcicPAga4IAQ  \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nNO ZOOM LINK?? \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to 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/election-of-2020-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T201500
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SUMMARY:Election of 2020
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the Election of 2020\nThe election of 2020 was unlike any presidential election in our history! Historians have had almost a year now to analyze the statistics. As a result\, we can accurately break down which groups of voters made the difference. With the drama of a deeply divided electorate\, a wildly controversial president\, and unprecedented turnout as Americans ended up voting during a pandemic\, the election of 2020 will be an endlessly fascinating source of study for historians for years to come!\n \nIn this spellbinding nonpartisan multimedia presentation\, presidential-award-winning historian Barry Bradford will separate the documented\, verified facts from the conspiracy theories. Importantly\, he will offer historical comparisons to and context. Join us if you have been waiting to understand one of the most important elections of all time\n \n\nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or 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√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘2020 PM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying 2020 PM \n√  Zelle – if you have never paid me by Zelle before\, send me an email before you pay and I will send you instructions. If you’ve used this method\, you should be all set! Please add a note saying 2020 PM\n\nHi there\, \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Sept. 14\, 2021\, 06:45 PM Central Time (the US and Canada) The Meeting Ends At 8:15 pm. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkcuurrDwpGd3TQQR6CCrEV_TDT-HgXnWr \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nNO ZOOM LINK?? \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to 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/election-of-2020/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210917T180000
DTSTAMP:20210907T190823Z
CREATED:20160108T173629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T190823Z
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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 an award-winning wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? Whether the wedding is 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 and hear what my brides have to say! \nEvery love 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-2021-19/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T133000
DTSTAMP:20210708T003714Z
CREATED:20170315T151711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T003714Z
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SUMMARY:Jackie Robinson
DESCRIPTION: Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in baseball. The dramatic story of how Branch Rickey defied the baseball establishment by promoting the major leagues the first African American players ever to walk on the field is fascinating. \nHowever\, Jackie Robinson is more than just a symbol of integration.  First\, he was a great baseball player. A great\, great player. And then we have to recognize that Jackie Robinson was a decidedly complex and interesting man both on and off the field. As the baseball overlords knew\, very few men could have stood up against the pressure he faced.   Jackie Robinson’s passionate involvement in the civil rights movement\, his advocacy of minority entrepreneurship\, his involvement in the political world\, and the business world each create a clearer and more complete picture of an important man. \nWe will examine both the famous story of his rise to the major leagues and the private story of what he had to overcome on the path to sports greatness\, including his court-martial during World War II for standing up to racism!. \nPlease don’t miss this amazing IN PERSON multimedia presentation! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/jackie-robinson-4/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian CHurch Libertyville\, 219 W. Maple\, Libertyville IL\, 60048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sports History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T113000
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SUMMARY:Henry Ford - Driving America Forward
DESCRIPTION:Henry Ford – Driving America Forward\n \nHenry Ford was one of the most influential Americans of all time.  As the driving force behind the modern assembly line and the father of the first truly useful and affordable automobile\, Ford reshaped the future of transportation\, manufacturing\, and industry. He paid his employees a groundbreaking high wage and employed many African Americans. As the founder of Greenfield Village\, he became an important and persuasive spokesman for preserving America’s cultural history. Through his charitable foundation\, Ford continues to help Americans in many ways. \nYet he was also a controversial and complex man who suffered a nervous breakdown and saw his pioneering company lose astounding sums of money due to his poor business practices. He was an anti-war activist and\, most troublingly\, Ford was deeply anti-Semitic. \nThis unique multimedia presentation will explore Ford’s amazing contributions as well as his controversies and attempts to paint a balanced portrait of “The People’s Tycoon.” \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/henry-ford-driving-america-forward-2-2/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:Economic History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T180000
DTSTAMP:20210829T190706Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210829T190706Z
UID:10472-1632589200-1632592800@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 an award-winning wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? Whether the wedding is 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 and hear what my brides have to say! \nEvery love 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-2021-18/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210928T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210928T130000
DTSTAMP:20210908T174636Z
CREATED:20210908T174155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T174636Z
UID:10501-1632828600-1632834000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Bob Newhart
DESCRIPTION:Bob Newhart turned 92 on September 5\, 2021. He is a living legend and widely regarded as one of the nicest men in Hollywood history. \nTwo of his sitcoms became iconic and his appearances on the Tonight Show were legendary. His standup routine influenced a generation of comics. In fact\, his Abraham Lincoln Talks To A Public Relations Man” bit was so influential that it became a major plot point on the hit TV show “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.” And in the early 1960s\, his comedy albums set sales records the redefine the medium \nSo how did a soft-spoken\, mild-mannered\, somewhat nerdy accountant from Chicago become one of the most beloved stars in American history? You won’t want to miss this fascinating and insightful multimedia appreciation of the great Bob Newhart! \nPLEASE NOTE –  \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or 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 Cash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘Bob AM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \n√  Zelle – if you have never paid me by Zelle before\, send me an email before you pay and I will send you instructions. If you’ve used this method\, you should be all set! Please indicate it is for “Bob AM.” \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \nRegistration \nRegister in advance for this meeting: THE PRESENTATION STARTS AT 6:45! \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYoceuspjoqH92rd996-CBNNk-5GvWwyV_I \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to 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/bob-newhart-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210928T150000
DTSTAMP:20210916T144736Z
CREATED:20141207T175923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T144736Z
UID:10514-1632837600-1632841200@barrybradford.com
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 clarifies 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\, and had to cope with complex personal issues. Despite all that\, she has a reputation as one of the kindest and most compassionate people in show business. And yet\, she has consciously and purposefully made herself a positive influence in others’ lives and a terrific role model for younger women coming up through show business.   \nThis unique presentation is a “don’t miss its treasure trove of laughs and a fascinating\, unexpected biography on a terrific talent and a wonderful woman.  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/carol-burnett-4/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210928T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210928T201500
DTSTAMP:20210928T001450Z
CREATED:20210908T174155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T001450Z
UID:10494-1632854700-1632860100@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Bob Newhart
DESCRIPTION:Bob Newhart turned 92 on September 5\, 2021. He is a living legend and widely regarded as one of the nicest men in Hollywood history. \nTwo of his sitcoms became iconic and his appearances on the Tonight Show were legendary. His standup routine influenced a generation of comics. In fact\, his Abraham Lincoln Talks To A Public Relations Man” bit was so influential that it became a major plot point on the hit TV show “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.” And in the early 1960s\, his comedy albums set sales records the redefine the medium \nSo how did a soft-spoken\, mild-mannered\, somewhat nerdy accountant from Chicago become one of the most beloved stars in American history? You won’t want to miss this fascinating and insightful multimedia appreciation of the great Bob Newhart! \nPLEASE NOTE – THE PROGRAM BEGINS AT 6:45 PM! \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or 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 \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘Bob PM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \n√  Zelle – if you have never paid me by Zelle before\, send me an email before you pay and I will send you instructions. If you’ve used this method\, you should be all set! Please indicate it is for “Bob PM.” \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \n  \nRegistration \nRegister in advance for this meeting: THE PRESENTATION STARTS AT 6:45! \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYoceuspjoqH92rd996-CBNNk-5GvWwyV_I \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to 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/bob-newhart/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211004T223000
DTSTAMP:20210827T161439Z
CREATED:20140410T184116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T161439Z
UID:10453-1633338000-1633386600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Who Killed JFK – Historian Presents a Modern Analysis
DESCRIPTION: Who Killed JFK?\n I’ll Tell You! \n \nThe murder of John F. Kennedy on November 22\, 1963\, shocked the nation. A suspect was quickly arrested and subsequently murdered. President Lyndon Johnson appointed a blue ribbon committee – the Warren Commission – to answer the question: who killed JFK? \nTheir conclusion was that Lee Harvey Oswald was the sole assassin. Immediately\, the public was skeptical. Stephen King described Oswald as “a semi-educated hillbilly with delusions of grandeur.” How could such an insignificant loser pull off such a dastardly crime? And why did Jack Ruby\, accused of being a Mob member\, kill Oswald? \nWe have been through with whispered knowledge of conspiracies and confessions and coverups. And so the public has asked for an explanation of the “magic bullet.” \nAnd the contradictory witness statements. \nAnd Oswald’s shadowy past. \nAnd all of the “secret files.” \nAnd all of the conspiracy theories. \nAnd all of the “mysterious deaths” associated with the assassination? \nBooks and articles\, movies and documentaries have raised in innumerable questions about who killed JFK. \nWho Killed JFK – Computer Analysis\nSo who killed JFK? I will attempt to answer as many of these questions as possible. First I will attempt to separate historical fact from theory & speculation. Second\, I will show what the historical record actually indicates happened. We have access to much more information today then the Warren Commission had in 1963/4 or the House of Representatives had in 1977. Third\, we will examine what modern computer forensics can tell us about the crime. For instance\, the Warren Commission had access to the “Zapruder Film.”  Today\, we can use computers to enhance and analyze the film. We can use modern technology to analyze the path of each of the bullets that were fired. \nWho Killed JFK – Computer Analysis \nAnd we can use computers to isolate the mysterious sounds captured by a Dallas motorcycle patrolman.  In 1977\, the House of Representatives believed that the recording showed four shots fired in Dealy Plaza.  The National Academy of Science\, among many other groups\, have taken the same sound recordings and used state-of-the-art technology to analyze them. What do we know now? \nYou may not agree with my conclusions\, but you will definitely learn a lot and come away with a new perspective about the historical record of who killed JFK. \nBONUS! Click Here to read the amazing story of how one of President Kennedy’s most trusted Secret Service agents saved the life of Harry Truman – TWICE!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/jfk-murder-4-2-2/
LOCATION:Lake Forest Library\, 360 E. Deerpath Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211004T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211004T203000
DTSTAMP:20210916T150603Z
CREATED:20150320T212904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T150603Z
UID:10105-1633374000-1633379400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The Crime of the Century – The Supermodel\, The Architect\, And the Insane Millionaire
DESCRIPTION:Click here to read more about this amazing story! \nAt the dawn of the 20th century\, America was riveted by the first celebrity murder case in America. Every element of this story is fascinating! \nThe murderer was already famous and so was the victim and so was the murderer’s wife. The venue was famous and so were the lawyers involved. The only thing missing was wall-to-wall cable news coverage! As I often say when I am speaking to audiences: “You can’t make this stuff up!” \nThe Crime of the Century – The Supermodel\, The Architect\, And the Insane Millionaire\nThe Crime: Stanford White\, the most famous architect in America was murdered on the rooftop of Madison Square Garden (a building he designed) by Harry K. Thaw of Pittsburgh\, the insane millionaire heir to one of America’s great fortunes.  With some justification\, Thaw obsessively believed that Stanford White had drugged and raped Thaw’s teenage wife – the very glamorous and very young showgirl\, Evelyn Nesbitt. And just to make the story even more tabloid-ready\, Ms. Nesbitt was the first supermodel in American history. You cannot make this stuff up! \nIf this amazing true crime story sounds just a little bit familiar\, it’s because the story of the murder of Stanford White by Harry K. Thaw and the involvement of glamorous Evelyn Nesbit was the basis of “Ragtime\,” the Pulitzer Prize-winning E. L. Doctorow novel\, an Oscar Award-winning movie\, and a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical\, both also named  “Ragtime” and the 1950s potboiler film “The Girl in the Red Velvet Swing.” \nThis fascinating\, one-of-a-kind multimedia presentation will bring to life the vivid celebrities\, lurid crime\, and amazing history of the first crime of the century. \nTHIS ZOOM PRESENTATION IS FREE! TO REGISTER: CLICK HERE! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/nesbit-3/
LOCATION:Messenger Public Library\, 113 Oak Street\, North Aurora\, 60542\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211004T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211004T203000
DTSTAMP:20210928T020130Z
CREATED:20150320T212904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T020130Z
UID:10448-1633374000-1633379400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The Crime of the Century – The Supermodel\, The Architect\, And the Insane Millionaire
DESCRIPTION:Click here to read more about this amazing story! \nAt the dawn of the 20th century\, America was riveted by America’s first celebrity murder case. Every element of this story is fascinating! \nThe murderer was already famous\, so was the victim\, and so was the murderer’s wife. The venue was famous\, and so were the lawyers involved. The only thing missing was wall-to-wall cable news coverage! As I often say when I am speaking to audiences: “You can’t make this stuff up!” \nThe Crime: Stanford White\, the most famous architect in America\, was murdered on the rooftop of Madison Square Garden (a building he designed) by Harry K Thaw of Pittsburgh\, the insane millionaire heir to one of America’s great fortunes.  With some justification\, Thaw obsessively believed that Stanford White had drugged and raped Thaw’s teenage wife – the very glamorous and very young showgirl\, Evelyn Nesbitt. And just to make the story even more tabloid-ready\, Ms. Nesbitt was the first supermodel in American history. You cannot make this stuff up! \nSuppose this amazing true crime story sounds just a little familiar. In that case\, it’s because the story of the murder of Stanford White by Harry K. Thaw and the involvement of glamorous Evelyn Nesbit was the basis of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel\, Oscar Award-winning movie\, and Tony Award-winning Broadway musical “Ragtime” and the 1950s potboiler film “The Girl in the Red Velvet Swing.” \nThis fascinating\, one-of-a-kind multimedia presentation will bring to life the vivid celebrities\, lurid crime\, and amazing history of the first crime of the century. \ny! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/nesbit-4/
LOCATION:Messenger Public Library\, 113 Oak Street\, North Aurora\, 60542\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T143000
DTSTAMP:20211006T151533Z
CREATED:20170118T141507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T151533Z
UID:10552-1633438800-1633444200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Television In The 1950s
DESCRIPTION:The fabulous 1950s are often called The “First Golden Era” of Television!Mel \nWith programs ranging from  “I Love Lucy” to Edward R. Murrow\, Sid Caesar to live dramas weekly\, \, from rigged quiz shows\, Gunsmoke\, and soap operas\, the 1950s were the incubator of modern television. \nThis unique multimedia presentation combines clips from many of the most iconic shows of the 50s with insightful analysis of how TV reflected and shaped a transformational era in American history and in American popular culture. This is not an exercise in nostalgia – we will look at the cultural changes happening in the USA as reflected by what we watched on TV. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/tv-in-the-1950s-2/
LOCATION:Lake Forest Library\, 360 E. Deerpath Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T160000
DTSTAMP:20211006T151949Z
CREATED:20150404T131433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T151949Z
UID:10554-1633531500-1633536000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:History Vs. the Movies: Mississippi Burning
DESCRIPTION: History Vs. the Movies: Mississippi Burning\nMississippi Burning: The Civil Rights Era is one of the most exciting\, important\, and electrifying eras in American history. \nIt had everything from a cinematic standpoint: dynamic lead characters\, powerful and determined villains\, mystery\, mood\, motivation\, and manipulation. Nonetheless\, movies about the era have generally not been hits\, and despite the hype about Selma\, no great masterpiece of filmmaking has yet emerged. “Mississippi Burning”  is a brilliant film but utter nonsense from a historical point of view. “Selma” is a maddening jumble. In its sections on Martin Luther King\, it is extraordinary. In its sections on Lyndon Johnson\, it is completely misleading. “Ghosts of Mississippi” is an earnest and well-made film about the trial of the murderer of Medgar Evers. However\, unless you already knew quite a bit about Medgar Evers\, you would leave the film wondering who exactly he was. \nSome of the best films about the Civil Rights Movement have actually been made-for-TV films. Clark Johnson directed “Boycott”  for HBO\, and it combines arresting visuals with superb acting. The Rosa Parks made-for-TV movie was likewise very good. Spike Lee directed an outstanding documentary\, “Four Little Girls.”  But so far\, a genuine cinematic masterpiece about the Civil Rights Era has eluded filmmakers. \nIn this fast-moving and thought-provoking multimedia presentation\, we will look at clips from some films about the Civil Rights Movement.   Our special focus will be on “Mississippi Burning.” Using inside stories\, personal anecdotes\, and a clear timeline\, we will see how this brilliantly made film distorted history and changed America’s perceptions about the Movement. \nCheck this out: in “Mississippi Burning\,”  the FBI gets an invaluable ship to find out where the bodies are buried. The screenwriter and director had to fictionalize where the tip came from. That is because the mystery informant had never been revealed. Working with the brilliant investigative reporter Jerry Mitchell\, I was able to help figure out where the tip had come from – Jerry uncovered the identity of the mysterious “Mr. X.” Click here to find out who he was! \n. 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/history-vs-the-movies-mississippi-burning-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Civil Rights,Cultural History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T193000
DTSTAMP:20210927T205512Z
CREATED:20140327T015649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T205512Z
UID:10358-1633629600-1633635000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Thomas Edison Bright Ideas - A Multimedia Biography
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Edison Bright Ideas\nThomas Edison (1847 – 1931) was a genius! He is best remembered as one of the greatest inventors of all time.  Edison was certainly that!  Edison was not terribly interested in theoretical science. Instead\, he concentrated on practical discoveries such as the light bulb\, motion picture cameras\, sound recording\, and voting machines.  Thomas Edison’s bright ideas transformed the world!  His inventions changed the lives of all Americans and ushered in a period of explosive economic growth as technology created new jobs\, opportunities and investments. \nBut as you will discover in this fascinating multimedia biography\, Thomas Edison was also a pioneering and visionary businessman\, a philosopher\, and a mentor.  He also had some forward-thinking – and wrongheaded – views of society. We will explore the roots of his personality. You’ll see how his personal struggles with learning disabilities and hearing loss make his accomplishments all the more remarkable. \nWe will look at his unique family dynamic\, the early manifestations of his genius\, the controversies surrounding his patents\, and some of his offbeat and dubious beliefs. \nTHIS ZOOM EVENT IS FREE — It starts at 6 pm Central Time and 7 pm Eastern Time! — CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/thomas-edison-bright-ideas-3/
LOCATION:Upper Saddle River Library\, New Jersey
CATEGORIES:American History,Economic History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Upper Saddle River Library":MAILTO:usdrcirc@bccls.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211008T180000
DTSTAMP:20210820T002900Z
CREATED:20160108T173629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210820T002900Z
UID:10423-1633712400-1633716000@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 an award-winning wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? Whether the wedding is 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! \nEvery love 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-2022-11/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T180000
DTSTAMP:20211006T152530Z
CREATED:20160108T173629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T152530Z
UID:10556-1633798800-1633802400@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 an award-winning wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? Whether the wedding is 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! \nEvery love 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-2021-21/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211010T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211010T153000
DTSTAMP:20210712T225821Z
CREATED:20210117T020254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210712T225821Z
UID:10366-1633874400-1633879800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The History Of Presidential Impeachment
DESCRIPTION:James Madison and the Founding Fathers were deeply concerned about what would\nhappen if a president lost his moral bearing and committed crimes while serving as chief executive of the land. Their concern led them to include impeachment in the Constitution as a necessary remedy for Congress to remove a corrupt president. The history of presidential impeachment is fascinating and instructive. In this multimedia presentation\, we will look at each of the four presidential impeachments. In this multimedia presentation\, we will look at each of the four presidential impeachments that went to trial. \nFirst\, we will look at why first we will look at why the 1868 Republican House Of Representatives impeached Democrat Andrew Johnson for willfully and blatantly violating a law\, the hotly contested Tenure of Office Act. \nNext\, we will examine why the 1998 Republican House Of Representatives impeached Democratic President Bill Clinton for lying under oath tour grand jury after a sex scandal. \nFinally\, we will look at the two impeachment trials of Donald Trump. As the only President to be impeached a second time (no one else came close)\, we learned about impeachment during his two trials will have significant ramifications for the future. \n\nThe first\, a mostly partisan matter\, centered on alleged corruption in the Presidents dealing with a foreign power to win an election. Although impeached by a Democratic House Of Representatives\, Trump became the first President ever to have a member of his party vote for his conviction\, The second impeachment of Pres. Trump was the most bipartisan in history. The second impeachment of Pres. Trump was the most bipartisan in history. It’s stemmed from his actions when. It’s derived from his actions when domestic terrorists invaded the capital building in Washington\, DC. \nYou won’t want to miss this IN PERSON multimedia presentation! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-history-of-presidential-impeachment-3/
LOCATION:Algonquin Area Public Library District\, 2600 Harnish Dr. \, lgonquin\, IL 60102
CATEGORIES:Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211011T143000
DTSTAMP:20210827T164511Z
CREATED:20140916T212500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T164511Z
UID:10455-1633957200-1633962600@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 \nThe most hotly debated question related to this infamous crime is WHY Jack Ruby chose to murder Lee Harvey Oswald.  Some conspiracy theorists focus on Ruby’s ties to Chicago’s organized crime Outfit 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 hitman 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  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/jack-ruby/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History
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SUMMARY:Nellie Bly
DESCRIPTION:Nellie Bly was the of the most groundbreaking female journalists in American history! \nShe began her journalistic career before she was 20 years old. Working in a time when very few women had ever achieved a great deal of success in journalism\, Nelly Bly broke every mold and every expectation as to what a woman could do in the ‘man’s world’ of newspaper reporting Smart\, fearless\, and determined\, Nellie Bly fearlessly exposed the harsh\, unfair working conditions for mill workers in Pittsburgh\, drawing the ire of the richest people in the city. She then served as her newspaper\,s foreign correspondent in Mexico before being run out of the country for exposing governmental corruption. This dangerous assignment made the petite Ms. Bly the first woman ever to be an accredited foreign correspondent for an American newspaper! \nWanting greater challenges and rejecting the stereotypical notion that female reporters should cover “women’s stories\,” Nelly Bly moved to New York City. In her first assignment\, for Joseph Pulitzer\, she risked her life going undercover in a “mental asylum” in New York. For 10 harrowing days\, she was locked in an asylum where she was starved\, tortured\, and unable to secure her own release. Her bombshell reporting caused the New York City asylum to be shut down\, and New York agreed to major reforms in the way they treated people with mental health issues. \nToday\, Nelly Bly is probably best remembered for being the first person ever to travel around the world in less than 80 days. If you are impressed with her accomplishments\, let me add that she did all of this before she was 25 years old! \nREGISTRATION \nWhen: Oct 12\, 2021\, 11:30 AM Central Time (the US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtc-mvpjMvHN3CsuxqxaPKYqIWRjDcbRkJ \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or 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! (Currently\, less than half of my attendees pay.) \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘Bly AM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \n√  Zelle – I am not able to take Zelle at this time. \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/nellie-bly/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Psychology,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T140000
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SUMMARY:The Great Filmmakers: Preston Sturges
DESCRIPTION:The Great Filmmakers: Preston Sturges\nYou may be asking yourself: “So who is this guy\, and why have I never heard of him?” My response is: “Challenge yourself to become enthralled with the filmmaker whose name you may not know but whose movies are unforgettable!” \nThat is exactly the challenge I gave to screenwriter Jarett Miller. Jarett\, 26\, is a frequent guest when I speak about movies. In addition to being a screenwriter who has worked on major projects like “Wonder Woman\,” “It\,” and “The Umbrella Academy\,” among others\, Jarett has an advanced degree in film and a passion for great storytelling. For this unique two-part series\, I challenged Jarett to watch some of the great Preston Sturges movies. Our course description matches what I told him! I do hope you will sign up! \nIn a span of just seven years\, Preston Sturges had an unparalleled run of making some of the greatest American movies of all time.    \nThe films of Preston Sturges are absolutely unique\, unforgettable\, and utterly brilliant. However\, although his Hollywood career lasted over 35 years\, the movies Preston Sturges wrote and directed between 1938-1945 alone were enough to cement his reputation as one of the most influential directors and respected screenwriters of all time.  After becoming the first screenwriter of the talking movie era to direct his own films\,  Preston Sturges created a unique body of work that still delights and challenges and amuses audiences 80 years later. Furthermore\, his personal life was as unexpected\, unique\, and memorable as his movies! \nJoin Jarett and me as we explore the movies written and directed by one of the great filmmakers: Preston Sturges! We will explore his films in chronological order. Join us for both parts of this great two-week program. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-great-filmmakers-preston-sturges-4/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T201500
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CREATED:20210318T154950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T000519Z
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SUMMARY:Nellie Bly
DESCRIPTION:Nellie Bly was the of the most groundbreaking female journalists in American history! \nShe began her journalistic career before she was 20 years old. Working in a time when very few women had ever achieved a great deal of success in journalism\, Nelly Bly broke every mold and every expectation as to what a woman could do in the ‘man’s world’ of newspaper reporting Smart\, fearless\, and determined\, Nellie Bly fearlessly exposed the harsh\, unfair working conditions for mill workers in Pittsburgh\, drawing the ire of the richest people in the city. She then served as her newspaper\,s foreign correspondent in Mexico before being run out of the country for exposing governmental corruption. This dangerous assignment made the petite Ms. Bly the first woman ever to be an accredited foreign correspondent for an American newspaper! \nWanting greater challenges and rejecting the stereotypical notion that female reporters should cover “women’s stories\,” Nelly Bly moved to New York City. In her first assignment\, for Joseph Pulitzer\, she risked her life going undercover in a “mental asylum” in New York. For 10 harrowing days\, she was locked in an asylum where she was starved\, tortured\, and unable to secure her own release. Her bombshell reporting caused the New York City asylum to be shut down\, and New York agreed to major reforms in the way they treated people with mental health issues. \nToday\, Nelly Bly is probably best remembered for being the first person ever to travel around the world in less than 80 days. If you are impressed with her accomplishments\, let me add that she did all of this before she was 25 years old! \nREGISTRATION \nWhen: Oct 12\, 2021 06:45 PM Central Time (the US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMudOygrjsoHtMuLMbrG1xQEKhLNsglcMzZ \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or 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! (Currently\, less than half of my attendees pay.) \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘Bly PM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) \n√  Zelle – I am not able to take Zelle at this time. \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nTHE START TIME IS 6:45 PM!!!! WE WILL END AT 8:15!!!!! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/nellie-bly-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Psychology,Women's History
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