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North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

Primary Preview:  It’s a presidential election year, so you can expect lots of great political programs coming your way from me! Campaigning is already underway for the Iowa caucuses and the historically important primary elections in New Hampshire and South … Continue reading

The Great Filmmakers: Preston Sturges

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The Great Filmmakers: Preston Sturges You may be asking yourself: "So who is this guy, and why have I never heard of him?" My response is: "Challenge yourself to become enthralled with the filmmaker whose name you may not know … Continue reading

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Betty White: America’s Favorite Potty Mouthed Grandma

Niles Senior Center 999 Civic Center Drive, Niles, IL, United States

PLEASE NOTE! This is a live and in-person presentation. The registration fee includes a lovely lunch! Registration info is below! The cost is $22 through the wonderful Niles Senior Center!   The fabulous Betty White has been called an American … Continue reading

The Trials Of Trump Update (PM)

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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

American Movies Set In Italy

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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