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The Trials Of Trump

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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 (AM)

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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

American Movies Set In Italy (PM)

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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 Best Movies Filmed In Chicago

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“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

The Life And The Films Of Paul Newman

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  The Life And The Films Of Paul Newman   Paul Newman was one of the greatest movie stars of all time.  He was certainly among the most handsome actors ever to grace the silver screen!  However, he was far … Continue reading

Steve Martin

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A common cliché in show business is to refer to someone as "one of a kind." Often that is hyperbole. But in the case of Steve Martin, it is literally true! There is no one who has a skill set … Continue reading

What Just Happened – September 2023 Current Events (NCSS)

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 unique because we will not just talk about … Continue reading

The Rise Of Barack Obama

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At the 2004 Democratic National Convention, a then-unknown Illinois state legislator delivered one of the greatest convention speeches in American political history. Overnight, Barack Obama went from being a "skinny guy with a funny name" to being talked about as a … Continue reading

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Wedding Ceremony

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 You 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