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SUMMARY:Black Friday: The Assassination Of Abraham Lincoln
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for some high energy history?\n \nWhen new clients ask me\, “What is your best presentation?” This is the one I point them to. I have been fascinated by the assassination of Abraham Lincoln for as long as I can remember. Unlike so many ridiculous conspiracy theories that float around the Internet\, the murder of Pres. Lincoln was the result of the terrorist conspiracy. You will be amazed by the personalities\, the strange coincidences\, the tragic mistakes and the far-reaching consequences of this successful act of terrorism. \nDrawing on my skills as a historian and as a dramatist\, the dramatic events come to life with an explosive\, clear\, unforgettable focus. You become swept up in the tide of events that would change the nation forever.  This fascinating presentation has earned standing ovations across the USA And I am proud to present it to you. \n \n Want to learn more?\n Click here to read the unexpected fates of the others who were in the box with Pres. Lincoln that night. This short article will give you a glimpse of the strange effects of the assassination. If you are fascinated by Lincoln as a person\, click here to read an article about my favorite movie portrayal of Lincoln \n \nand click here to read my response to truth and fiction in the popular Steven Spielberg “Lincoln” movie.  And you can click here to read about the mind of Lincoln – how he decided to declare a national day of Thanksgiving in the middle of the bloodiest war in American history. \n I promise this will be a presentation you will long remember! \n A Bonus!\nClick here for a real treat. On the old game show\, “I’ve Got a Secret” the last known living witness to the assassination of Pres. Lincoln by the terrorist\, John Wilkes Booth\, made an appearance on February 9\, 1956. While his memory of the events is not reliable\, I still think it is an amazing thing to be able to see! \nPLEASE NOTE: This program is offered through College Of Lake County and registration is required for attendance.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/black-friday-assassination-abraham-lincoln-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:College of Lake County\, 1120 S Milwaukee Ave\, Vernon Hills\, IL\, 60061\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Military History,Political History
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SUMMARY:Black Friday: The Assassination Of Abraham Lincoln
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for some high energy history?\n \nWhen new clients ask me\, “What is your best presentation?” This is the one I point them to. I have been fascinated by the assassination of Abraham Lincoln for as long as I can remember. Unlike so many ridiculous conspiracy theories that float around the Internet\, the murder of President Lincoln actually was the result of the terrorist conspiracy. You will be amazed by the personalities\, the strange coincidences\, the tragic mistakes and the far-reaching consequences of this successful act of terrorism. \nDrawing on my skills as a historian and as a dramatist\, the dramatic events come to life with an explosive\, clear\, unforgettable focus. You as become swept up in the tide of events that would change the nation forever.  This fascinating presentation has earned standing ovations across the USA And I am proud to present it to you. \n \n Want to learn more?\n Click here to read the unexpected fates of the others who were in the box with Pres. Lincoln that night. This short article will give you a glimpse of the strange effects of the assassination. If you are fascinated by Lincoln as a person\, click here to read an article about my favorite movie portrayal of Lincoln \n \nand click here to read my response to truth and fiction in the popular Steven Spielberg “Lincoln” movie.  And you can click here to read about the mind of Lincoln – how he decided to declare a national day of Thanksgiving in the middle of the bloodiest war in American history. \n I promise this will be a presentation you will long remember! \n A Bonus!\nClick here for a real treat. On the old game show\, “I’ve Got a Secret” the last known living witness to the assassination of Pres. Lincoln by the terrorist\, John Wilkes Booth\, made an appearance on February 9\, 1956. While his memory of the events is not reliable\, I still think it is an amazing thing to be able to see! \nPLEASE NOTE: This program is offered through North Shore Senior Center and registration is required for attendance.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/black-friday-assassination-abraham-lincoln-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,Military History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181008T203000
DTSTAMP:20180912T195123Z
CREATED:20140424T151508Z
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SUMMARY:Ike –  A Biography of the Private Life Of A Great American
DESCRIPTION:Ike –  A Biography of the Private Life Of A Great American\nVery few Americans have ever had an impact on the world that could equal that of Dwight David Eisenhower. \nHe did a brilliant job as commander of allied forces in World War II\, despite having very limited combat experience. Click here to read a fascinating\, little-known story about how General Eisenhower was prepared to take full responsibility if the D-Day invasion had failed \nAfter serving ably as President of Columbia University and Supreme Commander of NATO\, Dwight Eisenhower did a superb job as president of the United States of America\, despite having no experience in politics whatsoever. After his retirement\, he was still called on to advise his young successor\, John F. Kennedy at moments of crisis. \nIke was one of the great Americans of all time. Eisenhower was widely admired and enormously respected by a public that really did not know him very well. Few Americans could tell you much about Ike’s parents\, his brothers\, his religious faith\, his relationship to his wife and his children. Did you know that Dwight Eisenhower was a superb athlete who once tackled Jim Thorpe? Or that he was quietly one of the most religious presidents in the history of the USA? \nThis multimedia presentation will serve as a fascinating biography illuminating the private life of one of the most admired Americans of all time.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/ike-biography-private-life-great-american-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Civil Rights,Military History,Political History
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181010T130000
DTSTAMP:20180822T164510Z
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SUMMARY:Tom Hanks
DESCRIPTION:If you were watching TV in 1980\, you might have noticed a curly haired 26-year-old named Tom Hanks starring in an innocuous new show about roommates who dressed up in drag in order to live in a women’s only residence. \nHow could we imagine the silly star of “Bosom Buddies” would go on to become of the greatest stars in the entire history of the movies? Tom Hanks’ long career has led him to be compared with the great Jimmy Stewart – and the comparison seems more accurate with each passing year. \nLike Jimmy Stewart\, Tom Hanks has starred in almost every genre of movie. Hanks has been a smash doing comedy\, (“Splash” “Big”) drama (“Saving Private Ryan\,” “The Post”) and been a leading man in romantic films (“You’ve Got Mail.” “Sleepless In Seattle) Hanks has starred in historical epics (“Sully\, Apollo 13”) and has won two Oscars amidst his five nominations. Clearly\, Tom Hanks has built a legendary career\, appearing in almost eighty films. And at only 61\, he has the potential to keep working for a long time! \nPlease join us for this great multimedia presentation on the life and career of Tom Hanks. \nPLEASE NOTE: The program is FREE\, thanks to the sponsorship of our friends at BrightStar! Registration is required..please contact the venue for information and assistance! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/tom-hanks-2-2/
LOCATION:Vernon Township Senior Center\, 16652 North Buffalo Grove Road\,\, Prairie View\, IL\,  60089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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SUMMARY:Wedding Ceremony
DESCRIPTION: You are seeing this notice because this block of time has been put aside for one of my favorite speaking opportunities!\nI am so blessed and so humbled to be a licensed wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!  Whether the wedding gifts large or small\, religious or civil\, traditional or same-sex\, I love being part of a couple’s most special day. I do not do “cookie cutter” weddings – every ceremony is completely unique to the couple. Every story\, every relationship\, every family is different. It is so much fun for me to get to know the wonderful people and families whose lives are going to be changed on one special day. \nThis is one of the most joyful ceremonies anyone can experience! If you\, or someone you know\, are in need of a warm\, articulate\, thoughtful officiant for a wedding\, go to my website: www.wonderfulweddingofficiant.com for more information.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/wedding-ceremony-2-4-4-4-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181015T143000
DTSTAMP:20170929T163523Z
CREATED:20170830T162655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170929T163523Z
UID:7181-1539608400-1539613800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Gracie Allen – Underappreciated Comic Genius
DESCRIPTION: Gracie Allen is one of the funniest women ever to perform in American theater\, radio\, television and film. And yet if I asked you to name the greatest comedienne’s of all time\, you would probably mention names like Lucille Ball\, Carol Burnett\, Tina Fey\, and Mary Tyler Moore\, but you might not remember to include Gracie Allen.  that’s a shame\, because Gracie Allen deserves immense respect for creating one of the most memorable\, quotable and beloved comic characters of all time. \nGracie Allen – Underappreciated Comic Genius\n This multimedia presentation will highlight the phenomenal career of George Burns and Gracie Allen. \nAmong the highlights will be Gracie Allen’s  historic and hysterical run for president in 1940 and her lasting impact on  vaudeville\, radio\, and television comedy. \nThis unique\, fast moving and funny multimedia presentation will not only amuse you and entertain you but it will also open your eyes to why the fabulous Gracie Allen deserves to be remembered as one of the great comediennes of all time
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/gracie-allen-underappreciated-comic-genius-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181016T140000
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CREATED:20140919T194612Z
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SUMMARY:Julia Child: Spy And Chef
DESCRIPTION:Julia Child: Serving America\n \nIn 1963 Julia Child became the first national superstar chef on TV.! \nHer program “The French Chef” was so influential that the Smithsonian Institute features her kitchen\, intact\, as a permanent exhibit! Julia Child changed the way America thought about food\, became the first star of public broadcasting\, opened the doors for cooking on television and became one of the first and most important faces of public broadcasting. Quite a legacy for a woman who was neither French nor a chef! \n There was another side to Julia Child–one that the public knew little about.  In 1943\, twenty years before her cooking and media skills would make her famous\, Julia Child served in America’s top secret spy corps during World War II!  The amazing Julia Child worked in the OSS\, \nJulia Child – In China WWII \nwhich was later to become the CIA. Utilizing a very high level of security clearance\, amazing organizational skills and endless optimism and resourcefulness\, the former party girl from California served America her nation. She worked at the right hand of “Wild Bill” Donovan\, the head of America’s foreign spies! With her husband\, Paul\,Julia Child moved from one dangerous overseas post to another\, serving our country before she learned how to cook. \n  \nThe daring story of Julia Child in the OSS is only one of the delights in this unique\, funny and fascinating multimedia presentation! We will look at how she changed public television\, changed the way America cooked and ate – and how she had a whole lot fun in everything she attempted! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/julia-child-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Economic History,Women's History
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SUMMARY:The Doolittle Raid - Flying Into Greatness
DESCRIPTION:The Doolittle Raid: America Fights Back\n \nAfter 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. Our forces were insufficient before the devastating attack on Hawaii.  nonetheless\, FDR wanted to send a strong\, clear\, and unmistakable message to the Japanese: the United States WOULD fight back. \n An Unexpected Plan\nCol. Jimmy Doolitte volunteered to lead a group of raiders on one of the most  audacious attacks of all time. The plan was to drop bombs on Tokyo in the middle of the daytime. The Japanese people have been told that their island was invulnerable to an outside attack. If the Doolittle Raiders were successful\, their attack would be a shattering blow to the Japanese psyche. The only problem was that there was no practical way for American planes to attack the Japanese mainland. But utilizing American ingenuity\, full support of Pres. Roosevelt and Gen. George C Marshall\, and sheer bravado\, the Doolittle Raiders flew into greatness. \nThe heart stopping story of the Doolittle raid makes for drilling multimedia presentation offered  by master storyteller. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/doolittle-raid-flying-greatness-2-2-3-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Military History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T143000
DTSTAMP:20180413T172442Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T172442Z
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SUMMARY:Amy Adams\, Jessica Chastain\, Rachel McAdams
DESCRIPTION:Remarkable Redheads! \nThree of the greatest living actresses are the remarkable Amy Adams\, Jessica Chastain\, and Rachel McAdams. \nThese young\, popular\, superb actresses have four amazing traits in common other than their amazing acting ability. Each has just reached her forties\, each is a dynamic and fascinating person\, each is a redhead and none has ever won an Oscar! After this fabulous presentation\, you will definitely be a fan of Amy Adams\, Jessica Chastain and Rachel McAdams! 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/amy-adams-jessica-chastain-rachel-mcadams/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T143000
DTSTAMP:20180525T211715Z
CREATED:20180525T211536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180525T211715Z
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SUMMARY:Modern Movie Stars: The Remarkable Redheads
DESCRIPTION:Three of the best actresses never to win an Oscar are working right now! Each is in her 40s\, each has been an Oscar nominee and each is a redhead! Amy Adams\, Jessica Chastain\, and Rachel McAdams are amazingly talented movie actresses with an impressive body of work behind her and great roles still to com \nJessica Chastain has already been nominated for two Oscars. She was nominated as Best Supporting Actress for “The Help” (2012) and for Best Actress for “Zero Dark 30 (2013) There was much talk of her being nominated for “Miss Sloane (2016) and “Molly’s Game (2017) \nAmy Adams is in the midst of one of the most spectacular runs of Oscar nominations in the history of the Academy Awards! She has been nominated five times for an Oscar; four times as Best Supporting Actress. \nJunebug (2005) \nDoubt (2008) \nThe Fighter (2010) \nThe Master (2013) \nAmy Adams was also nominated as Best Actress for “American Hustle” in 2013. She was widely mentioned as a potential nominee for “Big Eyes” in 2014. \nThe third of our modern movie stars is Rachel McAdams. Her versatility and willingness to take on complex roles has made her a critical favorite for years. She received her first Academy Award nomination in 2018 for Spotlight. \nThis lively and fast presentation will offer a fascinating insight into the careers of these three supremely talented actresses!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/modern-movie-stars-the-remarkable-redheads/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181019T113000
DTSTAMP:20180102T162632Z
CREATED:20160218T001813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180102T162632Z
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SUMMARY:Mary Tyler Moore
DESCRIPTION:Not only did Mary Tyler Moore “turn the world on with her smile\,” as her iconic show’s theme song declared\, she also influenced a generation of women to become more independent and to pursue successful and fulfilling careers. Moore’s own 50-plus-year career has spanned award-winning films and Broadway shows\, as well as two beloved television series that broke ground and continue to entertain viewers. \nThis fascinating multimedia presentation will offer fascinating insights into her difficult early life. Did you know she was born in Brooklyn?  We will follow her early career as a dancer\, unseen television star (as sultry Sam on “Richard Diamond) through The Dick Van Dyke Show and the Mary Tyler Moore Show. Her unique career\, fascinating life\, and enduring legacy makes for a fabulous program!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/5391-2-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181022T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181022T110000
DTSTAMP:20181022T214014Z
CREATED:20140916T222520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181022T214014Z
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SUMMARY:Robert F. Kennedy - Fallen Leader
DESCRIPTION:Imagine If RFK Had Not Been Shot\n \n  \nThe election of 1968 was a tipping point in American History. Protests over the war in Vietnam. marches for Civil Rights\, demands for change roiled the country.  And then\, just months apart\, Martin Luther King and RFK were murdered.  The Democratic Convention of 1968 descended into chaos\, George Wallace entered the race and Richard Nixon squeaked out a victory. \nNow ask: what would have happened if RFK had not been murdered and had run against Nixon in the general election. We’ll assume that he would have won all the states won by Humphrey.  Then\, it seems reasonable to assume\, he would have won Illinois\, California and New Jersey\, which Humphrey lost despite their strong Democratic tilt.  With those states\, RFK would have been President. \nWhat gun control laws\, civil rights laws and environmental laws would he have championed?  How many men who would die in Vietnam would have lived?  The speculation is fascinating! \nThis probing multimedia biography will explore the growth and development of RFK personality and the amazing events that surrounded his short and meaningful life.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/robert-f-kennedy-fallen-leader-2/
LOCATION:College of Lake County\, 1120 S Milwaukee Ave\, Vernon Hills\, IL\, 60061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Civil Rights,Political History
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ORGANIZER;CN="CLC":MAILTO:CPEInfo@clcillinois.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181022T203000
DTSTAMP:20180604T173750Z
CREATED:20180309T204610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T173750Z
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SUMMARY:Barry's Best Of Broadway
DESCRIPTION:As a professional cultural Historian (and a self-described Broadway fanatic) I have actually seen well over 200 performances on Broadway! \nI truly love going to the theater in New York City! Accordingly\, I make several trips a year to Manhattan just to see what’s new on Broadway! In my home\, I host a Tony Awards Show party the way many men host a Super Bowl party! (I am not kidding – I cook for two days and we even get dressed up!) \nBarry’s Best Of Broadway\nI am so excited to offer an exciting new program featuring the stories and songs of some of my favorite Broadway musicals of all time. We will compare complementary shows from Broadway’s classic era (1943 – 1970) and Broadway’s modern era (1970 – 2018) \nThis allows to see how a classic like”The King And I”  relates to a modern show like  “Anastasia” \nYou will hear insider stories on each of the ten productions we will feature. In addition\, I will talk about the cultural importance of the musical and\, of course\, let you see and hear performances of some of the greatest songs from Broadway. However\, I have a very special feature that I am delighted to announce: we will have live renditions of some of the music! \nLive Music\nAs a very special treat – we will have live performances of some of the songs\, performed by the amazing young soloist Cameron Faith Baron. Those of you who have heard my presentation on “Hamilton” will remember Cameron Faith Baron as the absolutely amazing singer who brought down the house with her renditions of  “Burn\,” “Satisfied” and “That Would Be Enough.” Wait until you hear her sing gorgeous songs from shows like “Come From Away\,” “Waitress\,” “Anastasia\, and “Carole King’s Beautiful!”  Since Cameron is booked for a musical starting in January\, this presentation will not be repeated next year! Do not miss it! \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/best-of-broadway-2018/
LOCATION:Fremont Public Library\, 1170 N. Midlothian Road\, Mundelein\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T140000
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SUMMARY:The Ten Greatest American Presidents
DESCRIPTION:The Ten Best American Presidents\n \nHow do we determine who were the greatest Presidents? \nOne recent poll of the American public disclosed that they believed Bill Clinton is the greatest President of all time! \nAnother recent poll\, this one only of Republicans showed that 5% of them considered George W. Bush was the greatest President of all time! \nSo…Let’s not ask the public! \nWhen historians are asked to compile their lists of the greatest Presidents\, they usually \nchoose Washington\, Lincoln\, and FDR as the best. (apologies to both Presidents Bush and Clinton!) \nBut after those three\, the lists become intriguing.  Does Truman belong in the pantheon?  How about Jefferson\, Jackson\, Theodore Roosevelt\, Reagan or Polk? Can a case be made on behalf of Madison\, Cleveland\, JFK or Wilson?  The debate is fun and the comparisons exciting!  I will prevent my intentionally provocative choices in this fast moving multimedia presentation. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/ten-greatest-american-presidents-2-2/
LOCATION:McHenry College\, 8900 U.S. Highway 14\, Crystal Lake\, 60012
CATEGORIES:Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181023T203000
DTSTAMP:20190409T143330Z
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SUMMARY:The Ten Greatest American Presidents
DESCRIPTION:The Ten Best American Presidents\n \nHow do we determine who were the greatest Presidents? \nOne recent poll of the American public disclosed that they believed Bill Clinton is the greatest President of all time! \nAnother recent poll\, this one only of Republicans showed that 5% of them considered George W. Bush was the greatest President of all time! \nLet’s not ask the public! \nWhen professional historians are asked to compile their lists of the greatest Presidents\, they usually choose Washington\, Lincoln\, and FDR as the best. (apologies to both Presidents Bush and Clinton!) \nBut after those three\, the lists become intriguing.  Does Truman belong in the pantheon?  How about Jefferson\, Jackson\, Theodore Roosevelt\, Reagan or Polk? Can a case be made on behalf of Madison\, Cleveland\, JFK or Wilson?  The debate is fun and the comparisons exciting!  I will prevent my intentionally provocative choices in this fast moving multimedia presentation. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/ten-greatest-american-presidents-mcc/
LOCATION:McHenry College\, 8900 U.S. Highway 14\, Crystal Lake\, 60012
CATEGORIES:Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181026T113000
DTSTAMP:20180103T160619Z
CREATED:20160303T174747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180103T160619Z
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SUMMARY:Mark Twain: American Treasure
DESCRIPTION:Mark Twain is truly an American treasure. First and foremost\, he was a great novelist. “Huckleberry Finn” has often been called the quintessential American novel and the book that began modern American writing. His other works\, including “Tom Sawyer” & “A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court” helped to define American fiction. His short stories are still included in the anthologies used by students more than a century after his death. \nHe is just as well remembered for his amazing wit. Although not a comedian\, his witticisms influenced comic writers from HL Mencken to  Dennis Miller. He was an investor\, public speaker\, friend to presidents and the poor. The amazing\, unparalleled life of Mark Twain will spring to life in this unique multimedia presentation filled with rare video clips\, intriguing insights\, amazing anecdotes and lots of biographical detail.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/mark-twain-american-treasure-2-3/
LOCATION:Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center\, 100 E. Old Mill Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181029T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181029T103000
DTSTAMP:20180830T145807Z
CREATED:20160717T224951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T145807Z
UID:7741-1540805400-1540809000@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The Patient Is The President - Deaths And Near Deaths
DESCRIPTION:The assassination of John F. Kennedy shocked the nation. As the mortally wounded President was rushed to Parkland Hospital\, surgeons scrambled to try and save him. When the patient is the President\, the whole nation is watching the every move of the doctors. Since that fateful day in November 1963\, every choice\, action\, and report of the medical team has been scrutinized and second-guessed by professionals and laymen alike. As a result of the historical Monday morning quarterbacking of the public\, every medical treatment of every President since has been reported in minute detail! \nThis unique and fast-paced multimedia presentation will have you enthralled as we watch doctors desperately work to save the lives of Presidents Lincoln\, Garfield\, and Reagan after they were shot. We will also look at how other Presidential health crises were handled (or mishandled) by physicians. For instance\, President John Tyler might well have lived had his doctors simply done nothing at all!  Woodrow Wilson’s crippling stroke was kept secret from the public\, the media\, and even the Congress by his doctor. In each case\, we will look at what was done\, what wasn’t done and whether medicine today might have changed the diagnosis\, treatment or the outcome! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/patient-president-deaths-near-deaths-2-2/
LOCATION:Lake Forest Library\, 360 E. Deerpath Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181029T203000
DTSTAMP:20180524T011543Z
CREATED:20140919T194612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180524T011543Z
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SUMMARY:Julia Child: Spy And Chef
DESCRIPTION:Julia Child: Serving America\n \nIn 1963 Julia Child became the first national superstar chef on TV.! \nHer program “The French Chef” was so influential that the Smithsonian Institute features her kitchen\, intact\, as a permanent exhibit! Julia Child changed the way America thought about food\, became the first star of public broadcasting\, opened the doors for cooking on television and became one of the first and most important faces of public broadcasting. Quite a legacy for a woman who was neither French nor a chef! \n There was another side to Julia Child–one that the public knew little about.  In 1943\, twenty years before her cooking and media skills would make her famous\, Julia Child served in America’s top secret spy corps during World War II!  The amazing Julia Child worked in the OSS\, \nJulia Child – In China WWII \nwhich was later to become the CIA. Utilizing a very high level of security clearance\, amazing organizational skills and endless optimism and resourcefulness\, the former party girl from California served America her nation. She worked at the right hand of “Wild Bill” Donovan\, the head of America’s foreign spies! With her husband\, Paul\,Julia Child moved from one dangerous overseas post to another\, serving our country before she learned how to cook. \n  \nThe daring story of Julia Child in the OSS is only one of the delights in this unique\, funny and fascinating multimedia presentation! We will look at how she changed public television\, changed the way America cooked and ate – and how she had a whole lot fun in everything she attempted! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/julia-child-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Economic History,Women's History
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