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  • The Revolutionary War

    North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

    Most Americans simply do not know very much about the Revolutionary War.   Although certain images from the Revolutionary War are seared into our memory – Washington Crossing the Delaware and the signing of the Declaration of Independence -  many people … Continue reading

  • Lincoln’s Year Decision: 1863

    Highland Park Senior Center 1677 Old Deerfield Rd, Highland Park, IL

    1863 was a turning point in America. Abraham Lincoln had struggled with the question of how to handle the issue of slavery. He was personally opposed to human beings' enslavement but didn't think the government had the power to end … Continue reading

  • Amy Adams, Jessica Chastain, Rachel McAdams

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      Hollywood's Remarkable Redheads! Three of the greatest living actresses are the remarkable Amy Adams, Jessica Chastain, and Rachel McAdams. These young, popular, superb actresses have four amazing traits in common other than their amazing acting ability. Each has just reached … Continue reading

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  • Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age: Rockefeller

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      During the Gilded Age, America saw a handful of families dominate the economy with staggering fortunes. If I asked you to name the richest American, you'd probably say Bill Gates or Sam Walton.  Both are from the top of … Continue reading

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  • Jackie Robinson

    Vernon Area Public Library 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire, IL

     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. However, Jackie Robinson is … Continue reading

  • Wedding Ceremony

    Private Venue

     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. I am so blessed and so … Continue reading

  • The History Of CBS

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    The history of CBS offers a panorama of American popular culture in both the 20th and 21st centuries. CBS had long been known as the premier broadcasting network. Founded by William Paley, from its earliest days, CPS prided itself earliest … Continue reading

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  • Audrey Hepburn

    Cook Memorial Library 413 N. Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, United States

    Audrey Hepburn was the epitome of grace and charm, kindness and generosity. Audrey Hepburn's movies today are considered among the greatest example of classic Hollywood. In their day, likewise, her movies were wildly popular with both critics and an adoring public. Audrey … Continue reading

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