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History vs. The Movies – The Bridge on the River Kwai
Lake Forest Library 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL, United StatesThe Bridge on the River Kwai Is One of the Greatest World War II Movies. Is It Accurate? The Bridge on the River Kwai is a masterpiece of filmmaking. The story concerns British soldiers, captured by the Japanese during the … Continue reading
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Tom Hanks
Private VenueIf you were watching TV in 1980, you might have noticed a curly haired 26 year old named Tom Hanks starring in an innocuous new show about roommates who dressed up in drag in order to live in a women's … Continue reading
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Who Killed JFK – Historian Presents a Modern Analysis
Private VenueWho 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
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Hizzoner – Richard J. Daley, The Mayor Of Chicago
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesRichard J. Daley was the Mayor of Chicago for 21 years. The Legacy Of Richard J. Daley His legacy is complex and his accomplishments controversial, substantial, and long-lasting. A poll of professional historians named Richard J. Daley as the sixth most … Continue reading
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Richard J. To Rahm: Modern Mayors Of Chicago
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesFor two tumultuous decades, Richard J Daley was indisputably the all powerful mayor of the city of Chicago. From 1955 until 1976, his name was synonymous with "The City That Works." At times, it seemed as if he would be … Continue reading
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The Marx Brothers
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldThe Marx Brothers were much, much better than you think! Their humor uplifted American spirits during the Depression and established new standards for comedy. But when you look deeper you see an immigrant success story, discover how American popular culture … Continue reading
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Holiday Inn The Irving Berlin Musical
Algonquin Area Public Library District 2600 Harnish Dr. , lgonquin, IL 60102Come and celebrate the holidays with the music of 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 Bing Crosby. The original "Holiday … Continue reading
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Richard J. To Rahm: Modern Mayors Of Chicago
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesFor two tumultuous decades, Richard J Daley was indisputably the all powerful mayor of the city of Chicago. From 1955 until 1976, his name was synonymous with "The City That Works." At times, it seemed as if he would be … Continue reading
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Barry’s Best Of Broadway
Private VenueAs a professional cultural Historian (and a self-described Broadway fanatic) I have actually seen well over 200 performances on Broadway! I truly love going to the theater in New York City! Accordingly, I make several trips a year to Manhattan … Continue reading
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Meryl Streep
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldMeryl Streep is regarded as one of the greatest film actresses of all time. This fascinating multimedia presentation will illuminate her unique life and unparalleled career!