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  • 1944 – History In Perspective

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

    1944 was one of the most dramatic years in American history - indeed, it was a turning point in the history of the world! The liberation of Europe that began on D-Day was destined to change the trajectory of human … Continue reading →

  • Harriet Lane - The Greatest First Lady You Never Heard Of!

    America’s Greatest First Ladies

    Private Venue

    Who were America's Greatest First Ladies? Nobody really knows! Today, the press and public pay great attention to the President's spouse. However, the role of First Lady was not given so much as a moment's thought by the Founding Fathers. In … Continue reading →

  • Cameron Faith Baron

    Barry’s Best Of Broadway

    Private Venue

    As 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 →

  • 1969 In Perspective

    Indian Trails Public Library 355 Schoenbeck Rd, Wheeling, IL, United States

    1969 In Perspective, 50 Years Ago Welcome to our time machine! In this fascinating new multimedia presentation we will put the wild, unique and absolutely unprecedented year of 1969 in perspective! In 1969, America was in turmoil. With the seemingly … Continue reading →

  • Kate And Spencer: The Films And Lives of Tracy and Hepburn

    North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

      Spencer Tracy Spencer Tracy was one of the greatest movie actors of all time. His phenomenal career is highlighted with great performance after great performance.  Father of the Bride. Boys Town. Captains Courageous. 30 Seconds over Tokyo. Edison, the … Continue reading →

  • Phil Spector And The Murder Of Lana Clarkson

    Fremont Public Library 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL, United States

    Phil Spector And The Murder Of Lana Clarkson CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT IF PHIL SPECTOR WAS GUILTY It sounds like an Agatha Christie story – a brilliant but troubled music producer takes a very beautiful actress who is down on her … Continue reading →

  • Women Who Have Run For President

    Private Venue

    What do Victoria Woodhull, Gracie Allen, Hillary Clinton and Elizabeth Dole have in common?  They are among the amazing and fascinating women who have run for President!  We now see the election of a woman as President is not a mater of … Continue reading →

  • Fred Astaire – A Life in Film

    North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

    Fred Astaire is rightfully considered by many critics to be the greatest dancer in the history of movies. Although the name of Fred Astaire is inevitably remembered alongside that of the underrated and glamorous singer/dancer Ginger Rogers, his career was … Continue reading →

  • Gershwin Public Speaking Presentation

    George Gershwin

    Private Venue

    In a very short career, George Gershwin changed American music forever. He was one of the most beloved composers of music for Broadway. his songs and shows continue to be revived on the New York stage and in theaters around … Continue reading →

  • Doolittle Raid Newspaper

    The Doolittle Raid – Flying Into Greatness

    Private Venue

    The Doolittle Raid: America Fights Back After the deadly surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, the USA wanted. Pres. Roosevelt knew that it would inevitably be a long war when we took on the forces of the Japanese Army and Navy. … Continue reading →