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  • American Heroes - A Three Part Series

    Paul Revere A Patriot With A Purpose

    Private Venue

    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.

  • America’s Purpose Statement: The Declaration Of Independence

    Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center 100 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL, United States

    The most important sentence ever written by an American - a sentence that has inspired people in every part of the world - is found in America's purpose statement! Click here to read more. The legacy of Washington, Hancock, Franklin, … Continue reading →

  • Current Events Discussion Presentation

    What Just Happened – July 2026 Current Events (PM)

    Zoom

    Once a month, you can participate in a current events discussion presentation with a twist.  Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” This session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions about … Continue reading →

    $5
  • Current Events Discussion Presentation

    What Just Happened – July 2026 Current Events (NSSC)

    North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

    Once a month, you can participate in a current events presentation and discussion with a twist. Award-winning  professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” This session is unique because we will not just discuss our opinions … Continue reading →

    $5

  • CBS I Love Lucy

    Television In The 1950s

    Private Venue

    The fabulous 1950s are often called The "First Golden Era" of Television!Mel With programs ranging from  "I Love Lucy" to Edward R. Murrow, Sid Caesar to live dramas weekly, , from rigged quiz shows, Gunsmoke, and soap operas, the 1950s … Continue reading →

  • Great Fortunes Of The Gilded Age (J. P. Morgan)

    Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center 100 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL, United States

    During the Gilded Age, America saw a handful of families dominate the economy with staggering fortunes. If I asked you to name the richest American, other than Elon Musk, you might name Bill Gates or Sam Walton.  Both are from … Continue reading →