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1944 – History In Perspective
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield1944 was one of the most dramatic years in American history - indeed, it was a turning point in the history of the world! The liberation of Europe that began on D-Day was destined to change the trajectory of human … Continue reading
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Offbeat Broadway
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesSome Broadway musicals that are not big hits still produce unforgettable music, delightful characters, and fascinating plots. After all, who would have guessed a musical about singing pussycats in a London alley would be a hit!? Join Broadway historian Barry … Continue reading
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1969 In Perspective
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield1969 In Perspective, 50 Years Ago Welcome to our time machine! In this fascinating new multimedia presentation we will put the wild, unique and absolutely unprecedented year of 1969 in perspective! In 1969, America was in turmoil. With the seemingly … Continue reading
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Black Friday: The Assassination Of Abraham Lincoln
Private VenueAre you ready for some high energy history? When new clients ask me, "What is your best presentation?" This is the one I point them to. I have been fascinated by the assassination of Abraham Lincoln for as long as … Continue reading
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Offbeat Broadway
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesSome Broadway musicals that are not big hits still produce unforgettable music, delightful characters, and fascinating plots. After all, who would have guessed a musical about singing pussycats in a London alley would be a hit!? Join Broadway historian Barry … Continue reading
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Offbeat Broadway
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesSome Broadway musicals that are not big hits still produce unforgettable music, delightful characters, and fascinating plots. This fun multimedia presentation will introduce you to wonderful Broadway that you probably don't know! After all, who would have guessed a musical … Continue reading
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History Vs. the Movies: Mississippi Burning
Private VenueHistory Vs. the Movies: Mississippi Burning Mississippi Burning: The Civil Rights Era is one of the most exciting, important, and electrifying eras in American history. From a cinematic standpoint, it had everything. Dynamic and diverse leadership, powerful and determined villains, mystery, … Continue reading
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1994 – History In Perspective
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldThis unique edition of my popular "History In Perspective" series zeroes in on 1994. Bill Clinton was the President, but a Republican landslide in the 1994 Congressional elections led to the Whitewater investigation and, ultimately, to a vote to impeach … Continue reading
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South Pacific – A Multimedia Presentation on South Pacific
Highland Park Senior Center 1677 Old Deerfield Rd, Highland Park, ILSouth Pacific is one of the greatest works of musical theater ever created. The masterpiece by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein combines a unique and fascinating story of American nurses and GI on a remote island during World War II … Continue reading
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Who Killed JFK – Historian Presents a Modern Analysis
Private VenueWho Killed JFK? I'll Tell You! The 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 – … Continue reading