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American Movies Set In Italy

Private Venue

Italy!  Italy is a beautiful country - the weather and the colors are as warm as the people. Diane Lane Glows "Under The Tuscan Sun" Americans are welcomed in every part of the country.  Whether tourists want to admire the … Continue reading

The Trials Of Trump

North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

The multiple indictments of former President Donald Trump in 2024 have shocked and divided the nation. Although other former Presidents could have been indicted (click here for more context), the conviction of a former President for sexual assault and the … Continue reading

Paul Revere A Patriot With A Purpose

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

Paul Revere Patriot With A Purpose. Public speaker and historian Barry Bradford presents an exciting and unexpected look into the life of a great American hero.

Registration required; contact the organizer.

Unusual Movie Musicals

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What is the greatest movie musical of all time? "Singin' In The Rain," "Grease," "The Wizard Of Oz," "West Side Story," and a number of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers films would pop up in many lists. However, this fun … Continue reading

Unusual Movie Musicals (PM)

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What is the greatest movie musical of all time? “Singin’ In The Rain,” “Grease,” “The Wizard Of Oz,” “West Side Story,” and several Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers films would pop up in many lists. However, this fun multimedia presentation … Continue reading

The Best Movies Filmed In Chicago

Northbrook Senior Center 3323 Walters Ave, Northbrook, United States

“Best Movies Shot In Chicago” Chicago and its suburbs have been the setting for some great movies over the years. In this fascinating multimedia presentation, we will look at film clips and hear the stories about some of the best … Continue reading

What Just Happened – January 2024 Current Events

North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

Once a month, you can be part of a current events discussion presentation discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn "What Just Happened?" This session is so unique because we will not just talk … Continue reading

Julia Child: Spy And Chef

Clarendale Of Algonquin 2001 W Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, IL

Julia Child: Spy And Chef In 1963, Julia Child became the first national superstar chef on TV! Her program "The French Chef" was so influential that the Smithsonian Institute features her kitchen, intact, as a permanent exhibit!  Julia Child changed … Continue reading