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The Many Faces of Danny Kaye

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The Many Faces of Danny Kaye He was a brilliant comic. He sang well enough to do duets with Bing Crosby, Louis Armstrong, and Beverly Sills. Danny Kaye danced beautifully with Vera-Ellen, often considered the best technical dancer in the … 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

Presidential Children AM Part 3

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This is a session of a three-part series in which I will share the stories of every presidential child from Washington to Obama. There are great stories, unique individuals, and many surprises. A few of the names, including Madison Hemmings, … Continue reading

Presidential Children PM Part3

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This is a session of a three-part series in which I will share the stories of every presidential child from Washington to Obama. There are great stories, unique individuals, and many surprises. A few of the names, including Madison Hemmings, … Continue reading

Clarence Darrow – Lawyer For The Ages

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For almost a century the very name "Clarence Darrow" has been used as synonymous for a brave, intrepid lawyer fighting for the rights of the disadvantage and wrongfully accused.  The real Darrow was such a man. He took on unpopular cases, defended clients … Continue reading

What Just Happened – February 2024 Current Events

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 so unique because we will not just talk … Continue reading

The Best Movies Filmed In Chicago

Highland Park Country Club 1201 Park Avenue West, Highland Park IL, IL, 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

The Swinging, Controversial Life Of Frank Sinatra – Part One

Northbrook Senior Center 3323 Walters Ave, Northbrook, United States

  Frank Sinatra was one of the most charismatic and controversial American entertainers of all time. He was one of a kind!  Click here to read about his amazing record on Civil Rights. In this brand-new multimedia presentation, I will … Continue reading

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