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  • Understanding The 2022 Election

    Understanding the Election of 2022

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    Election 2022 upended every historical norm for a midterm election! We know who won, but now we have time for the more profound question. Why did it happen the way it unfolded? Understanding the election of 2022 means that we … Continue reading →

  • Dorothy Kilgallen and Nellie Bly

    Nellie Bly And Dorothy Kilgallen

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    Nellie Bly and Dorothy Kilgallen are two of the most groundbreaking female journalists in American history.   Nellie Bly fearlessly exposed the harsh, unfair working conditions for mill workers in Pittsburgh, drawing the ire of the wealthiest people in the … Continue reading →

  • Gershwin Public Speaking Presentation

    George Gershwin

    Private Venue

    In a very short career, George Gershwin changed American music forever. He was one of the most beloved composers of music for Broadway. his songs and shows continue to be revived on the New York stage and in theaters around … Continue reading →

  • The West Wing Cast

    The West Wing

    North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

    The West Wing is one of the most critically acclaimed television shows of all time. LIVE IN PERSON AND ON ZOOM The brainchild of Aaron Sorkin reminded us that many people who go into government do so because they care … Continue reading →

  • The Marx Brothers

    Highland Park Country Club 1201 Park Avenue West, Highland Park IL, IL, United States

    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 … Continue reading →

  • Carl Reiner

    Private Venue

    Carl Reiner was one of the funniest men ever to appear, write for, or direct a TV episode! At 97, he was the oldest celebrity active on Twitter - and never contemplating retiring from show business! Join me for a … Continue reading →

  • Gracie Allen – Underappreciated Comic Genius

    Highland Park Country Club 1201 Park Avenue West, Highland Park IL, IL, United States

     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, … Continue reading →

  • Holiday Inn Broadway Musical

    Irving Berlin Holiday Inn

    Private Venue

    Come and celebrate the holidays with Holiday Inn The Irving Berlin Musical, featuring music from the incomparable Irving Berlin!  "Holiday Inn" is a brand-new stage adaptation of the timeless 1942 Irving Berlin omnibus musical movie. That classic film starred Fred Astaire and … Continue reading →