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SUMMARY:Offbeat Broadway
DESCRIPTION:Some Broadway musicals that are not big hits still produce unforgettable music\, delightful characters\, and fascinating plots. \nAfter all\, who would have guessed a musical about singing pussycats in a London alley would be a hit!? Join Broadway historian Barry Bradford for a fun and insightful look at shows like Finian’s Rainbow\, Call Me Madam\, Xanadu\, and Babes In Arms\, none of which was a huge smash\, yet each of which is delightful and important in its own way!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/offbeat-broadway-4/
LOCATION:College of Lake County\, 1120 S Milwaukee Ave\, Vernon Hills\, IL\, 60061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
ORGANIZER;CN="CLC":MAILTO:CPEInfo@clcillinois.edu
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SUMMARY:1969 In Perspective
DESCRIPTION:1969 In Perspective\, 50 Years Ago \nWelcome to our time machine! In this fascinating new multimedia presentation we will put the wild\, unique and absolutely unprecedented year of 1969 in perspective! \nIn 1969\, America was in turmoil. \nWith the seemingly endless war in Vietnam entering a deadly phase\, a quarter million protestors marched on Washington. The new President\, Richard Nixon was sworn in\, promising to heal the woulnds of our fractured nation. The year veered from unbelievabe highs to infathomable lows. \nIt was 1969 when Neil Armstrong became the first human being to step on the moon\, Charles Manson directed grisly murders and Woodstock highlighted the Cultural Revolution. And no fan of the Chicago Cubs can ever forget the promise and failure of 1969! \nJoin us for a fascinating look at a turbulent year!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1969-in-perspective-3/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
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DTSTAMP:20181113T145310Z
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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! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/assassination-abraham-lincoln/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Military History,Political History
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DTSTAMP:20190410T165106Z
CREATED:20181103T155818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190410T165106Z
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SUMMARY:Offbeat Broadway
DESCRIPTION:Some Broadway musicals that are not big hits still produce unforgettable music\, delightful characters\, and fascinating plots. \nAfter all\, who would have guessed a musical about singing pussycats in a London alley would be a hit!? Join Broadway historian Barry Bradford for a fun and insightful look at shows like Finian’s Rainbow\, Call Me Madam\, Xanadu\, and Babes In Arms\, none of which was a huge smash\, yet each of which is delightful and important in its own way!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/offbeat-broadway-4-2/
LOCATION:College of Lake County\, 1120 S Milwaukee Ave\, Vernon Hills\, IL\, 60061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
ORGANIZER;CN="CLC":MAILTO:CPEInfo@clcillinois.edu
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SUMMARY:Offbeat Broadway
DESCRIPTION:Some Broadway musicals that are not big hits still produce unforgettable music\, delightful characters\, and fascinating plots. This fun multimedia presentation will introduce you to wonderful Broadway that you probably don’t know! \nAfter all\, who would have guessed a musical about singing pussycats in a London alley would be an international mega-hit!? \nJoin Broadway historian Barry Bradford for a fun and insightful look at shows like Head Over Heels\, Finian’s Rainbow\, Call Me Madam\, Xanadu. In the latter\, a struggling artist in the 1970s prays for inspiration\, and a muse rollerskates down from Mount Olympus to inspire him to open a roller disco!\, sounds crazy\, right? That’s why it’s off big! But the fantastic music\, inventive staging\, and choreography\, delightful performances make this wacky story a crowdpleaser! So\, while none of these musicals was a huge smash\, each was delightful and important in its own way!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/offbeat-broadway-6/
LOCATION:College of Lake County\, 1120 S Milwaukee Ave\, Vernon Hills\, IL\, 60061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
ORGANIZER;CN="CLC":MAILTO:CPEInfo@clcillinois.edu
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SUMMARY:History Vs. the Movies: Mississippi Burning
DESCRIPTION: History Vs. the Movies: Mississippi Burning\nMississippi Burning: The Civil Rights Era is one of the most exciting\, important\, and electrifying eras in American history. \nFrom a cinematic standpoint\, it had everything. Dynamic and diverse leadership\, powerful and determined villains\, mystery\, motivation\, and manipulation. Nonetheless\, movies about the era generally not been hits and despite the hype about Selma\, no great masterpiece of filmmaking has yet emerged. “Mississippi Burning”  is a brilliant film but\, from a historical point of view\, utter nonsense. “Selma” is a maddening jumble. In its sections on Martin Luther King\, it is extraordinary. In its sections on Lyndon Johnson\, it is completely misleading. “Ghosts of Mississippi” is an earnest and well-made film about the trial of the murderer of Medgar Evers. However\, unless you already knew quite a bit about Medgar Evers\, you would leave the film wondering who exactly he was. \nSome of the best films about the Civil Rights Movement have actually been made-for-TV films. Clark Johnson directed “Boycott”  for HBO and it combines arresting visuals with superb acting. The Rosa Parks made-for-TV movie was likewise very good. Spike Lee directed an outstanding documentary\, “Four Little Girls.”  But so far\, a genuine cinematic masterpiece about the Civil Rights Era has eluded filmmakers. \nIn this fast-moving and thought-provoking multimedia presentation\, we will look at clips from some of the films about the Civil Rights Movement.   Our special focus will be on “Mississippi Burning.” Using inside stories\, personal anecdotes and a clear timeline\, we will see how this brilliantly made film distorted history and changed America’s perceptions about the Movement. \nCheck this out: in “Mississippi Burning\,”  the FBI gets an invaluable ship to find out where the bodies are buried. The screenwriter and director had to fictionalize where the tip came from. That is because the mystery informant had never been revealed. Working with the brilliant investigative reporter Jerry Mitchell\, I was able to help figure out where the tip had come from – Jerry uncovered the identity of the mysterious “Mr. X.” Click here to find out who he was! \nPLEASE NOTE: Registration is required to attend. 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/history-vs-the-movies-mississippi-burning-1-2-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Civil Rights,Cultural History,Political History
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SUMMARY:1994 - History In Perspective
DESCRIPTION:This unique edition of my popular  “History In Perspective” series zeroes in on 1994. \nBill Clinton was the President\, but a Republican landslide in the 1994 Congressional elections led to the Whitewater investigation and\, ultimately\, to a vote to impeach the President. Politics had become a “blood sport” and the “politics of personal destruction” became the norm. \nAlthough there were wars in Rwanda and Bosnia\, many Americans were  upset by the Major League Baseball strike. And the story of the year was the arrest of O. J. Simspson for murder! \nWe will look at how America lived in 1994. From the cost of everyday items to the results of the Cubs\, Sox\, Bears and Bulls seasons\, we will look at many aspects of American life. 1994 gave PlayStation and the first predator drones\, the death of Jackie Kennedy and Richard Nixon and the birth of Justin Bieber and Sairoise Ronan. You’ll enjoy this freewheling look at a most unique year!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1994-history-in-perspective/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,Cultural History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190412T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190412T150000
DTSTAMP:20190329T194818Z
CREATED:20181114T152431Z
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SUMMARY:South Pacific - A Multimedia Presentation on South Pacific
DESCRIPTION:South Pacific is one of the greatest works of musical theater ever created. The masterpiece by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein combines a unique and fascinating story of American nurses and GI on a remote island during World War II with an unforgettable score and powerful lyrics. Add in great costumes\, a beautiful set\, and fabulous staging and something amazing evolves right in front of the audience’s eyes. In this multimedia presentation on South Pacific will help you more fully appreciate this work of genius. \nHowever\, South Pacific is more than just a wonderful musical. The story is powerful as it launches a broadside against racism in America. Like Hamilton\, this is a work of genius that transcends the expectations of musical theater and attempts to influence the political discussion in the country. South Pacific is romantic\, suspenseful\, and often very funny. But\, at its core\, this was a personal statement against racism and prejudice by its extraordinary creators. Two different characters\, both white Americans realize that their love for non-white Asian people dooms any chance of returning to a bigoted America in the 1940s. Beloved by critics and the audience\, the show was nonetheless divisive and controversial with some conservatives! This multimedia presentation on South Pacific will reveal its authors’ motivations and intent. \nThis multimedia presentation traces the backstory of South Pacific\, beginning with author John O’Hara’s wartime experiences and brilliant book of short stories that became the basis for the musical. \nWe will look at excerpts from the stage musical and film versions as we explore the history and impact of a Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece of the Broadway stage. Come for the music and stay for the amazing story!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/south-pacific-3/
LOCATION:Highland Park Senior Center\, 1677 Old Deerfield Rd\, Highland Park\, IL\, 60035
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190414T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190414T163000
DTSTAMP:20190412T154519Z
CREATED:20140410T184116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190412T154519Z
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SUMMARY:Who Killed JFK – Historian Presents a Modern Analysis
DESCRIPTION: Who Killed JFK?\n I’ll Tell You! \n \nThe murder of John F. Kennedy on November 22\, 1963\, shocked the nation. A suspect was quickly arrested and subsequently murdered. President Lyndon Johnson appointed a blue ribbon committee – the Warren Commission – to answer the question: who killed JFK? \nTheir conclusion was that Lee Harvey Oswald was the sole assassin. Immediately\, the public was skeptical. Stephen King described Oswald as “a semi-educated hillbilly with delusions of grandeur.” How could such an insignificant loser pull off such a dastardly crime? And why did Jack Ruby\, accused of being a Mob member\, kill Oswald? \nWe have been through with whispered knowledge of conspiracies and confessions and coverups. And so the public has asked for an explanation of the “magic bullet.” \nAnd the contradictory witness statements. \nAnd Oswald’s shadowy past. \nAnd all of the “secret files.” \nAnd all of the conspiracy theories. \nAnd all of the “mysterious deaths” associated with the assassination? \nBooks and articles\, movies and documentaries have raised in innumerable questions about who killed JFK. \nWho Killed JFK – Computer Analysis\nSo who killed JFK? I will attempt to answer as many of these questions as possible. First I will attempt to separate historical fact from theory & speculation. Second\, I will show what the historical record actually indicates happened. We have access to much more information today then the Warren Commission had in 1963/4 or the House of Representatives had in 1977. Third\, we will examine what modern computer forensics can tell us about the crime. For instance\, the Warren Commission had access to the “Zapruder Film.”  Today\, we can use computers to enhance and analyze the film. We can use modern technology to analyze the path of each of the bullets that were fired. \nWho Killed JFK – Computer Analysis \nAnd we can use computers to isolate the mysterious sounds captured by a Dallas motorcycle patrolman.  In 1977\, the House of Representatives believed that the recording showed four shots fired in Dealy Plaza.  The National Academy of Science\, among many other groups\, have taken the same sound recordings and used state-of-the-art technology to analyze them. What do we know now? \nYou may not agree with my conclusions\, but you will definitely learn a lot and come away with a new perspective about the historical record of who killed JFK. \nBONUS! Click Here to read the amazing story of how one of President Kennedy’s most trusted Secret Service agents saved the life of Harry Truman – TWICE!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/jfk-murder/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190415T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190415T143000
DTSTAMP:20190103T164153Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190103T164153Z
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SUMMARY:Ernie Pyle - The Voice Of G.I. Joe
DESCRIPTION:Ernie Pyle was one of the greatest reporters in American history. after writing one of the most popular and widely published newspaper columns in the USA\, he became the voice of the average infantry soldier during World War II. In this role\, Ernie Pyle became legendary. \nThe Second World War was covered by a number of brilliant journalists. Edward R. Murrow broadcast brilliantly from the rooftops of London\, William L. Shirer personally witnessed the entry of Hitler into Austria and Walter Cronkite tirelessly covered the War for the United Press. Each filed memorable reports that helped Americans better understand the War. \nMeanwhile\, Ernie Pyle carved out an unforgettable niche for himself. Instead of covering the “big picture” of the War\, Pyle traveled alongside the infantry. He became what we today would call an embedded journalist. Marching alongside the average G.I. Joe – a term he helped popularize – Ernie Pyle reported the “little picture.” He recorded the daily gripes and fears and small moments of humor encountered by the foot soldiers marching through Italy and then Germany. Millions of Americans read his column every day. His prose was crisp and observant and caring and sardonic. \nWhen the War ended in Europe\, Ernie Pyle went to join the forces preparing to invade Japan. On Okinawa\, Ernie Pyle was killed by a sniper. The grief felt by his millions of readers and the entire Army was all but immeasurable. Tributes flowed from the President\, from the leaders of the American military and from journalists around the world. Perhaps the simple plaque erected by the soldiers who had marched alongside him would have been his favorite memorial. It read: \nAt this spot  \nThe 77th Infantry Division  \nLost a buddy.  \nERNIE PYLE.  \n18 April 1945 \nTo this day\, Ernie Pyle’s unique life\, unforgettable writing\, and tragic death place him in the pantheon of great correspondents. The School Of Journalism at Indiana University is named for Ernie Pyle and a number of books and a movie have helped keep his memory alive. Even Snoopy would regularly hist a can of K-Rations on the anniversary of Ernie Pyle’s death on the island of Okinawa. \nPlease join me for a unique and powerful multimedia presentation!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/ernie-pyle-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Military History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190415T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190415T223000
DTSTAMP:20190410T163925Z
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SUMMARY:The Crime of the Century – The Supermodel\, The Architect\, And the Insane Millionaire
DESCRIPTION:Click here to read more about this amazing story! \nAt the dawn of the 20th century\, America was riveted by the first celebrity murder case in America. Every element of this story is fascinating! \nThe murderer was already famous and so was the victim and so was the murderer’s wife. The venue was famous and so were the lawyers involved. The only thing missing was wall-to-wall cable news coverage! As I often say when I am speaking to audiences: “You can’t make this stuff up!” \nThe Crime: Stanford White\, the most famous architect in America was murdered on the rooftop of Madison Square Garden (a building he designed) by Harry K Thaw of Pittsburgh\, the insane millionaire heir to one of America’s great fortunes.  With some justification\, Thaw obsessively believed that Stanford White had drugged and raped Thaw’s teenage wife – the very glamorous and very young showgirl Evelyn Nesbitt. And just to make the story even more tabloid ready\, Ms. Nesbitt was the first supermodel in American history. You cannot make this stuff up! \nIf this amazing true crime story sounds just a little familiar\, it’s because the story of the murder of Stanford White by Harry K. Thaw and the involvement of glamorous Evelyn Nesbit was the basis of the Pulitzer Prize winning novel\, Oscar Award winning movie\, and Tony Award winning Broadway musical “Ragtime” and the 1950s potboiler film “The Girl in the Red Velvet Swing.” \nThis fascinating\, one-of-a-kind multimedia presentation will bring to life the vivid celebrities\, lurid crime and amazing history of the first crime of the century. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/nesbit-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190416T203000
DTSTAMP:20190412T161008Z
CREATED:20150829T163413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190412T161008Z
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SUMMARY:The Final Verdict On O.J. Simpson - Guilty Or Innocent
DESCRIPTION:On October 3\, 1995\, the nation was riveted as the verdict was announced in the O. J. Simpson murder trial. Like the hasty conclusion drawn by the Warren Commission  after the assassination of Pres. John F. Kennedy\, the conclusion was immediately controversial and assailed by critics who questioned the lack of consideration of evidence and the rush to judgment.  Public opinion polls clearly showed that the vast majority of Americans simply thought the jury got it wrong – that O.J. Simpson was guilty of murdering his wife and a good Samaritan who had tried to protect her during a brutal attack. \nOne of the duties of historians is to continually re-examine historical evidence and conclusions.  As more evidence becomes available\, as more memoirs are written\, forensic investigations improve\, and new testimony comes forward\, historians often change their conclusions about past events. So whatever you think you know about the O.J. Simpson trial\, you will be fascinated by this re-examination of the case. We will look at what modern forensics tells us about the evidence\, examine facts that were never presented to the jury\, and gain a deeper understanding of the larger-than-life personalities involved in this most famous celebrity murder trial. \nAdditionally\, we will see how other celebrity murder trials  have been decided. To this date only one celebrity\, Phil Spector\, has ever been convicted of murder. Robert Blake was acquitted and turn-of-the-century millionaire Harry K. Thaw  was found to be insane. Can celebrities get justice? Did the jury get it right in the Simpson case? This multimedia presentation will provide conclusive evidence.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-final-verdict-on-o-j-simpson-guilty-or-innocent-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Legal History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190417T110000
DTSTAMP:20190410T163024Z
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SUMMARY:History Vs. the Movies: Mississippi Burning
DESCRIPTION: History Vs. the Movies: Mississippi Burning\nMississippi Burning: The Civil Rights Era is one of the most exciting\, important\, and electrifying eras in American history. \nFrom a cinematic standpoint\, it had everything. Dynamic and diverse leadership\, powerful and determined villains\, mystery\, motivation\, and manipulation. Nonetheless\, movies about the era generally not been hits and despite the hype about Selma\, no great masterpiece of filmmaking has yet emerged. “Mississippi Burning”  is a brilliant film but\, from a historical point of view\, utter nonsense. “Selma” is a maddening jumble. In its sections on Martin Luther King\, it is extraordinary. In its sections on Lyndon Johnson\, it is completely misleading. “Ghosts of Mississippi” is an earnest and well-made film about the trial of the murderer of Medgar Evers. However\, unless you already knew quite a bit about Medgar Evers\, you would leave the film wondering who exactly he was. \nSome of the best films about the Civil Rights Movement have actually been made-for-TV films. Clark Johnson directed “Boycott”  for HBO and it combines arresting visuals with superb acting. The Rosa Parks made-for-TV movie was likewise very good. Spike Lee directed an outstanding documentary\, “Four Little Girls.”  But so far\, a genuine cinematic masterpiece about the Civil Rights Era has eluded filmmakers. \nIn this fast-moving and thought-provoking multimedia presentation\, we will look at clips from some of the films about the Civil Rights Movement.   Our special focus will be on “Mississippi Burning.” Using inside stories\, personal anecdotes and a clear timeline\, we will see how this brilliantly made film distorted history and changed America’s perceptions about the Movement. \nCheck this out: in “Mississippi Burning\,”  the FBI gets an invaluable ship to find out where the bodies are buried. The screenwriter and director had to fictionalize where the tip came from. That is because the mystery informant had never been revealed. Working with the brilliant investigative reporter Jerry Mitchell\, I was able to help figure out where the tip had come from – Jerry uncovered the identity of the mysterious “Mr. X.” Click here to find out who he was! \nPLEASE NOTE: Registration is required to attend. 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/history-vs-the-movies-mississippi-burning-2-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Civil Rights,Cultural History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190420T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190420T173000
DTSTAMP:20190314T234359Z
CREATED:20160108T173629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190314T234359Z
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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! To learn more about my work as a wedding officiant\, please click here.\nI am so blessed and so humbled to be a licensed wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? 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\, please email me or click here for more information.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/wedding-2019-12/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190423T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190423T140000
DTSTAMP:20190329T124636Z
CREATED:20180523T191922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190329T124636Z
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SUMMARY:Over There: America In World War I
DESCRIPTION:It was called “The War To End All Wars” and “The War To Make The World Safe For Democracy.” When Woodrow Wilson reversed the policy of American non-involvement in foreign wars\, he broke a tradition that had begun with George Washington. \nThe role of America in World War I is still vitally important as our nation makes strategic decisions on both peace and war. \nThe effects of World War I are both obvious (the rise of the Nazi government in Germany) and less immediately apparent. As an example\, as a result of the involvement of America In World War I\, the groundwork was laid for the eventual establishment of Israel. The roots of the Vietnam War can also be traced to the peace process that ended World War I! \nOver There: America In World War I\nThis fast-moving and fascinating multimedia presentation will trace the roots of American involvement in “The Great War\,” including how it reshaped the major political parties. \nWe will look at the military participation of American troops fighting for the first time on European soil and then look at length at the peace process President Wilson designed. You will be amazed at how it laid the groundwork for the rise of Hitler and the start of World War II and even for the War in Vietnam! \nPLEASE NOTE: This is a FREE presentation! It will be repeated at 9 pm! No reservations are necessary\, but call the MCC Office if you have any questions or special needs!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/world-war-i-2/
LOCATION:McHenry College\, 8900 U.S. Highway 14\, Crystal Lake\, 60012
CATEGORIES:American History,Military History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190423T203000
DTSTAMP:20180918T163630Z
CREATED:20180523T191922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180918T163630Z
UID:7773-1556046000-1556051400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Over There: America In World War I
DESCRIPTION:It was “The War To End All Wars” and “The War To Make The World Safe For Democracy.” When Woodrow Wilson reversed the policy of American non-involvement in foreign wars\, he broke a tradition that had begun with George Washington. The role of America in World War I is still vitally important as our nation makes strategic decisions on both peace and war. \nThe effects of World War I are both obvious (the rise of the Nazi government in Germany) and less immediately apparent. As an example\, as a result of the involvement of America In World War I\, the groundwork was laid for the eventual establishment of Israel. \nOver There: America In World War I\nThis fast-moving and fascinating multimedia presentation will trace the roots of American involvement in “The Great War\,” including how it reshaped the major political parties. \nWe will look at the military participation of American troops fighting for the first time on European soil and then look at length at the peace process President Wilson designed. Y \nou will be amazed at how it laid the groundwork for the rise of Hitler and the start of World War II and even for the War in Vietnam! \nPLEASE NOTE: This is a FREE presentation! Please just call the MCC office to reserve your seats!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/world-war-i/
LOCATION:McHenry College\, 8900 U.S. Highway 14\, Crystal Lake\, 60012
CATEGORIES:American History,Military History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230714T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230714T130000
DTSTAMP:20230714T144637Z
CREATED:20230714T144637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T144637Z
UID:12254-1689339600-1689339600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Over There: America In World War I
DESCRIPTION:It was “The War To End All Wars” and “The War To Make The World Safe For Democracy.” When Woodrow Wilson reversed the policy of American non-involvement in foreign wars\, he broke a tradition that had begun with George Washington. The role of America in World War I is still vitally important as our nation makes strategic decisions on both peace and war. \nThe effects of World War I are both obvious (the rise of the Nazi government in Germany) and less immediately apparent. As an example\, as a result of the involvement of America In World War I\, the groundwork was laid for the eventual establishment of Israel. \nOver There: America In World War I\nThis fast-moving and fascinating multimedia presentation will trace the roots of American involvement in “The Great War\,” including how it reshaped the major political parties. \nWe will look at the military participation of American troops fighting for the first time on European soil and then look at the unexpected impact of the peace process President Wilson designed. \nYou will be amazed at how it laid the groundwork for the rise of Hitler\, the start of World War II\, and even the War in Vietnam! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/over-there-america-in-world-war-i-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Military History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190424T143000
DTSTAMP:20181220T002155Z
CREATED:20180124T143531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181220T002155Z
UID:7927-1556110800-1556116200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Tom Hanks
DESCRIPTION:If you were watching TV in 1980\, you might have noticed a handsome\, 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. How 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\,” “Philadelphia”) and been a leading man in romantic films (“You’ve Got Mail.” “Sleepless In Seattle) Hanks has starred in historical epics (“Sully\,” “Bridge Of Spies\,” 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.  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/tom-hanks-2-5-2-2/
LOCATION:Niles Senior Center\, 999 Civic Center Drive\, Niles\, IL\, 60714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190426T150000
DTSTAMP:20181128T135641Z
CREATED:20180525T211536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T135641Z
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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-2/
LOCATION:Highland Park Senior Center\, 1677 Old Deerfield Rd\, Highland Park\, IL\, 60035
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Park Senior Center":MAILTO:Cearle@cityhpil.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190429T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190429T110000
DTSTAMP:20190412T142920Z
CREATED:20190412T142616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190412T142920Z
UID:8196-1556530200-1556535600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:1944 - History In Perspective
DESCRIPTION:1944 was one of the most dramatic years in American history – indeed\, it was a turning point in the history of the world! \nThe liberation of Europe that began on D-Day was destined to change the trajectory of human history. In this fascinating multimedia presentation\, we will examine America as it was in 1944. The Second World War will be an important topic\, of course\, but we will look at many aspects of American life as well \nSo what was America lreally ike in 1944? How much did it cost to buy a gallon of gas\, a loaf of bread or a postage stamp? \nWhat music were we listening to and how much did the average American make that year? You will learn about the Oscar winning best film and how Broadway was being transformed into something much modern. We will look at how the Cubsand the White Sox did\, gaze at what a 1944 car looked like and how people dressed. Naturally\, 1944 being an election year\, our focus will also be to examine the tumutuous world of politics of 1944. \nPresident Roosevelt was elected to a fourth term in 1944 and Harry Truman\, largely an unknown figure was elevated to the Presidency. \nPlease join us as we put History In Perspective – 1944!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1944/
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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ORGANIZER;CN="CLC":MAILTO:CPEInfo@clcillinois.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190429T113000
DTSTAMP:20190424T125624Z
CREATED:20190412T142616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190424T125624Z
UID:8238-1556532000-1556537400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:1944 - History In Perspective
DESCRIPTION:1944 was one of the most dramatic years in American history – indeed\, it was a turning point in the history of the world! \nThe liberation of Europe that began on D-Day was destined to change the trajectory of human history. In this fascinating multimedia presentation\, we will examine America as it was in 1944. The Second World War will be an important topic\, of course\, but we will look at many aspects of American life as well \nSo what was America lreally ike in 1944? How much did it cost to buy a gallon of gas\, a loaf of bread or a postage stamp? \nWhat music were we listening to and how much did the average American make that year? You will learn about the Oscar winning best film and how Broadway was being transformed into something much modern. We will look at how the Cubsand the White Sox did\, gaze at what a 1944 car looked like and how people dressed. Naturally\, 1944 being an election year\, our focus will also be to examine the tumutuous world of politics of 1944. \nPresident Roosevelt was elected to a fourth term in 1944 and Harry Truman\, largely an unknown figure was elevated to the Presidency. \nPlease join us as we put History In Perspective – 1944!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1944-4/
LOCATION:Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center\, 100 E. Old Mill Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History,Military History,Political History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190429T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190429T203000
DTSTAMP:20190313T182715Z
CREATED:20140911T134624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T182715Z
UID:8119-1556564400-1556569800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:America's Greatest First Ladies
DESCRIPTION:Who were America’s Greatest First Ladies?\nNobody really knows! \nToday\, 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 fact\, the title “First Lady” itself was not even widely used until the 1850s! Nonetheless\, our First Ladies represent an amazing array of accomplished women\, each with a unique story and a unique place in American History. \nIn this original series I will present a list of my top ten favorite First Ladies.  Of course you know about the legacy of Eleanor Roosevelt. But did you know that the lives of children\, women\, and pediatricians are made better every day in real ways by the legacy of First Lady Harriet Lane? Or that almost a century before Jackie Kennedy we had a younger First Ladywho became an icon of style in the White House while raising adorable children? (Click here to read about Frances Cleveland\, pictured on the magazine cover.) \nAlthough there are so many fascinating stories in this multimedia presentation! It is not merely a collection of trivia.  Rather we will examine how the historical roles of women have changed from the days of marvelous Martha Washington\, a slave owner\, to modern Michelle Obama\, the descendent of slaves! \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/americas-greatest-first-ladies-2019/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Political History,Women's History
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