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Sidney Poitier
Private VenueSidney Poitier is, without question, one of the greatest actors in the history of American film. Additionally, Sidney Poitier is the man who broke the color barrier in Hollywood. Like Barack Obama or Jackie Robinson, he was more than just … Continue reading
Women Writers Of Broadway Musicals
ZoomWith a few noticeable exceptions, writing lyrics for Broadway has been the domain of men. Oscar Hammerstein. Lin-Manuel Miranda. Irving Berlin. Stephen Sondheim. Call Porter. All were great! But it is no longer just a man's world! Today, we feature … Continue reading
Diana: Life Of The The People’s Princess
Palos Heights Public Library 12501 S. 71st Avenue, Palos Heights, IL, United StatesDiana: Glamorous And Tragic Life Of a Princess FREE ZOOM PRESENTATION Lady Diana Spencer was the "People's Princess" beloved throughout the world for her compassion as much as for her glamour. Sweet, pretty Lady Diana Spencer was a shy and charming kindergarten … Continue reading
M*A*S*H
Private VenueM*A*S*H is one of the most important, influential, and intriguing television series of all time. M*A*S*H was set during the Korean War., However, the creators of M*A*S*H intended to make a statement about the ongoing war in Vietnam and war … Continue reading
Benjamin Franklin
Private VenueBenjamin Franklin has been called "The First American." Certainly, there is no life that can compare to his. Benjamin Franklin was one of the most successful businessmen in American history. Although Franklin started his life in poverty, he grew to … 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
Steve Jobs: Marketing The Future
Private VenueClick Here To Read About Steve Jobs - Entrepreneur Of The Future and his use of Zen When we speak of great American inventors, a few names leap to mind. Benjamin Franklin. Thomas Edison. Alexander Graham Bell. Samuel Morse. Each transformed the … Continue reading
1972 (AM) Life In America 50 Years Ago
Our time capsule lands on the tumultuous events of 50 years ago in the tumultuous year of 1972. As the Vietnam war dragged on, the battles between Archie Bunker and his son-in-law, ‘Meathead Mike Stivic, accurately reflected the deep divisions … Continue reading
1972 (PM) Life In America 50 Years Ago
Our time capsule lands on the tumultuous events of 50 years ago in the tumultuous year of 1972. As the Vietnam war dragged on, the battles between Archie Bunker and his son-in-law, ‘Meathead Mike Stivic, accurately reflected the deep divisions … Continue reading
Lincoln’s Greatest Speeches (Afternoon)
McHenry College 8900 U.S. Highway 14, Crystal LakeThis brand-new presentation will introduce you to the most important speeches given by our greatest president. Abraham Lincoln was a master of communication. Like FDR during World War II, Lincoln constantly explained to Americans why we were fighting the Civil … Continue reading