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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
Looking Back – Looking Ahead – 2024 in Review/Predictions for 2025 (Monday AM)
Zoom"Looking Back/Looking Ahead" is, without question, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year, this program sold out at every venue - so reserve your seats early! Perhaps it's just our era, but this year seemed … Continue reading
Looking Back – Looking Ahead – 2024 in Review/Predictions for 2025 (Tuesday PM)
Zoom"Looking Back/Looking Ahead" is, without question, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year, this program sold out at every venue - so reserve your seats early! Perhaps it's just our era, but this year seemed … Continue reading
The Life Of Lincoln
Private VenueWhen Abraham Lincoln became President, he was two years younger than George W. Bush was when he became Chief Executive! On the day he died, Lincoln was approximately the same age Barack Obama was when he began his second term. … Continue reading
Looking Back – Looking Ahead – 2024 in Review/Predictions for 2025
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldThis is, without question, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year, this program sold out at every venue - so reserve your seats early! Perhaps it's just the era we are in, but this year seemed … Continue reading
Looking Back – Looking Ahead – 2024 in Review/Predictions for 2025
UniperThis is, without question, my most eagerly awaited program of the year returns! Last year, this program sold out at every venue - so reserve your seats early! Perhaps it's just the era we are in, but this year seemed … 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
Wedding Ceremony
Private VenueYou 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
Betty White: America’s Favorite Potty Mouthed Grandma
UniperThe fabulous Betty White has been called an American national treasure - and rightly so! Up until her death at 99, Betty White was a beacon of positivity even in difficult years! Witty, working, and happy, Betty White it's … Continue reading