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Jack Benny
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldJack Benny holds two unique and quite wonderful distinctions. First, Jack Benny is almost universally regarded by critics, contemporaries and historians as having the best comic timing of any performer in show business. Jack Benny's ability to take a pause, … Continue reading
Who Killed JFK – Historian Presents a Modern Analysis
UniperWho 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
Ernie Pyle – The Voice Of G.I. Joe
Clarendale Of Algonquin 2001 W Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, ILFree Program - Live, In Person, And Open To The Public! Ernie Pyle was one of the greatest journalists in American history. After writing one of the most popular and widely published newspaper columns in the USA, he became the … Continue reading
Who Killed JFK – Historian Presents a Modern Analysis Part II
UniperWho 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
Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau – The Odd Couple Of Comedy!
Private VenueIndividually, they were two of the best screen actors of their generation. Collectively they were one of the greatest movie teams of all time! Like Fred and Ginger, Tracy and Hepburn, Burns and Allen, when you think of one, you … Continue reading
The History Of Santa Claus!
Addolorata Villa 555 McHenry Rd, Wheeling, ILCome and learn the fascinating history of Santa Claus Who doesn't love Santa Claus? Even in countries like Japan, that don't celebrate Christmas, the visage of Jolly old Santa is well known to the public. Although Santa's origins can be … Continue reading
Irving Berlin Holiday Inn
UniperCome 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 great Irving Berlin omnibus musical movie. That classic film starred Fred Astaire … Continue reading
Ten Terrific Films You May Have Missed
ZoomAre you a movie lover searching for something extraordinary? Join us for an exciting journey through the world of cinema as we uncover 10 Terrific Films You May Have Missed—films that combine critical acclaim, unforgettable performances, and captivating stories that … Continue reading
Bob Newhart
Fremont Public Library 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL, United StatesFREE LIVE EVENT: Bob Newhart was a comic legend and widely regarded as one of the nicest men in Hollywood history. Two of his sitcoms became iconic, and his appearances on the Tonight Show were legendary. His standup routine influenced … Continue reading
The History Of Santa Claus!
UniperCome and learn the fascinating history of Santa! Who doesn't love Santa Claus? Although Santa's origins can be traced to a religious figure (Saint Nicholas) in Christian lore, over the years Santa Claus has morphed into a universally recognized symbol of kindness, … Continue reading