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SUMMARY:Battle Of Trenton - Turning Point For Humanity
DESCRIPTION:The Battle Of Trenton\nThe iconic image of George Washington’s little boat crossing the Delaware River is firmly ingrained deep in the consciousness of America. Many people remember\, in general terms\, that General Washington took his army on rickety boats across an ice filled river to attack the enemy around Christmas time. The image of Washington Crossing the Delaware is so powerful and memorable that it has been used in  advertising\, comics\,\nand every avenue of popular culture. \nA deeper look at the Battle of Trenton shows us that it is actually an unmistakable turning point\, not only in the American Revolutionary war\, but in the history of the world. Although the Declaration of Independence made a breathtaking statement on the rights of man\, without the military victory at the Battle of Trenton\, the Revolutionary war and the Declaration  would merely be obscure footnotes in world history. They would just be anecdotal evidence of another failed revolt. \nWashington’s battle plan was audacious and his leadership was inspiring. After enduring a harrowing crossing of an ice filled river in a sleet storm in the middle of the night\, Washington’s men had to suffer through a nine mile march in a blizzard.  And then\, in less than ninety dramatic moments\, the Revolution was saved. The battle of Trenton was the first fight General Washington had won and is still the most important. Click here to read more about the battle of Trenton – the turning point in the history of the world.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/battle-of-trenton-turning-point-for-humanity/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:American History,Military History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230302T130000
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SUMMARY:Women Sports Pioneers
DESCRIPTION:I am excited to offer this new class\, a multimedia presentation about women who were pioneers in sports! From historical greats like Babe Zaharias to modern trailblazers like Simone Biles\, we will look at the fascinating stories of women who broke barriers in sports. \nClick here to read about one of them -Margaret Abbott. She was the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal. She died half a century later and never knew she had been in the Olympics!   \nThe great stories include the amazing journey of Agnes Keleti – the Hungarian Jewish woman whose Olympic career was delayed until she was 31 because she was in hiding during the Holocaust\, and Althea Gibson\, the African-American woman who survived abuse and life on the streets to win at Wimbledon! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/women-sports-pioneers-4/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:Sports History,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T180000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
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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 an award-winning wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? Whether the wedding is large or small\, religious or civil\, traditional or same-sex\, I love being part of a couple’s most special day. \nI do not do “cookie-cutter” weddings – every ceremony is completely unique to the couple. Click here to see and hear what my brides have to say! \nEvery love story\, every relationship\, every family is different. It is so much fun for me to get to know the wonderful people and their 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-2023-5/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230305T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230305T143000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20230301T181928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T185010Z
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SUMMARY:Women Sports Pioneers
DESCRIPTION:I am excited to offer this new class\, a multimedia presentation about women who were pioneers in sports! From historical greats like Babe Zaharias to modern trailblazers like Simone Biles\, we will look at the fascinating stories of women who broke barriers in sports. \nClick here to read about one of them – the first American woman to win Olympic gold. She did not know she had been in the Olympics! \nThe great stories include the amazing journey of Agnes Keleti – the Hungarian Jewish woman whose Olympic career was delayed until she was 31 because she was in hiding during the Holocaust\, and Althea Gibson\, the African-American woman who survived abuse and life on the hard streets of New York City to win at Wimbledon! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/women-sports-pioneers-6/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Sports History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230306T143000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20230216T221454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T221801Z
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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 the First Lady was not given so much as a moment’s thought by the Founding Fathers.  The title “First Lady” itself was not even widely used until the 1850s!  Nonetheless\, our First Ladies represent a fantastic array of accomplished women\, each with a unique story and a unique place in American History. \nI will list my top ten favorite First Ladies in this original series.  I promise that at least a couple of my choices will be women you would have never considered! \nOf 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 fundamental ways by the legacy of First Lady Harriet Lane?  Or that almost a century before Jackie Kennedy\, we had a younger First Lady who 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.  Instead\, we will examine how the historical roles of women have changed from the days of the marvelous Martha Washington\, an enslaver\, to the modern Michelle Obama\, the descendant of enslaved people! \nREGISTRATION – this event is live and in person.  The Northbrook Senior Center hosts it\, and there is a charge for attending.  Registration is required. \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/americas-greatest-first-ladies-5/
LOCATION:Northbrook Senior Center\, 3323 Walters Ave\, Northbrook\, United States
CATEGORIES:Political History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T113000
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SUMMARY:1923 - America One Hundred Years Ago
DESCRIPTION:The Roaring Twenties were going full blast\, and jazz filled the air. We were past a World War and a pandemic. Stocks and hemlines were going up. Warner Brothers\, King Tut’s tomb\, and Old Yankee Stadium were opened. 1923 seemed like an idyllic year. But\, below the surface\, storm clouds were gathering. Hitler led the Nazi Party in a failed coup attempt in Germany. The President\, Warren Harding\, embroiled in scandals\, died suddenly and mysteriously. \nJoin us as our time capsule lands in 1922. We will look at America as it looked 100 years ago. Among our topics: \n√ Who were the famous people who were born and died in 1922? (We lost President Harding and Pancho Villa but gained Henry Kissinger and Peter Lawford!). \n√ What were the most important inventions of 1923 (Water skis\, anyone?)  \n√ What were the most important news stories of 1923?  \n√  How much did everyday items cost? \n√ What music\, movies\, and performers were popular? \nAll of this and so much more as you join us for a 1922 time capsule program!!! \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free; I am struggling but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘1923 AM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘1923 AM’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for 1923 AM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \nRegistration \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1923-america-one-hundred-years-ago/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Political History,Sports History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T200000
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SUMMARY:1923 - America One Hundred Years Ago PM
DESCRIPTION:The Roaring Twenties were going full blast\, and jazz filled the air. We were past a World War and a pandemic. Stocks and hemlines were going up. Warner Brothers\, King Tut’s tomb\, and Old Yankee Stadium were opened. 1923 seemed like an idyllic year. But\, below the surface\, storm clouds were gathering. Hitler led the Nazi Party in a failed coup attempt in Germany. The President\, Warren Harding\, embroiled in scandals\, died suddenly and mysteriously. \nJoin us as our time capsule lands in 1922. We will look at America as it looked 100 years ago. Among our topics: \n√ Who were the famous people who were born and died in 1922? (We lost President Harding and Pancho Villa but gained Henry Kissinger and Peter Lawford!). \n√ What were the most important inventions of 1923 (Water skis\, anyone?)  \n√ What were the most important news stories of 1923?  \n√  How much did everyday items cost? \n√ What music\, movies\, and performers were popular? \nAll of this and so much more as you join us for a 1922 time capsule program!!! \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free; I am struggling but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘1923 PM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘1923 PM’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for 1923 PM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \nRegistration \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1923-america-one-hundred-years-ago-pm/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Chicago History,Cultural History,Economic History,Legal History,Political History,Sports History
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SUMMARY:Cole Porter - Risque Master Of American Music
DESCRIPTION:Cole Porter is one of the greatest songwriters in American history. His melodies were sublime. His lyrics were creative\, witty\, sophisticated\, original\, and naughty. Cole Porter was the ultimate European-oriented sophisticate – yet he was born in tiny Peru\, Indiana! \nPorter’s list of songs includes some of the most incredible entries in the great American Songbook!  Consider: \nLET’S DO IT (LET’S FALL IN LOVE) (1928) \n NIGHT AND DAY (1932) \nANYTHING GOES (1934) \n DON’T FENCE ME IN (1934) \nI GET A KICK OUT OF YOU (1934) \nBEGIN THE BEGUINE (1935) \n I’VE GOT YOU UNDER MY SKIN (1936) \nIT’S DE-LOVELY (1936) \nPorter’s legacy was further assured by brilliant Broadway shows like “Kiss Me Kate” and “Can-Can.” But beneath the surface of this bon-vivant lay a tortured soul. Cole Porter lived in both psychic and physical pain for much of his life. His life story\, personality\, and music combine for a memorable multimedia presentation! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/cole-porter-risque-master-of-american-music/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T143000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20221225T235157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221225T235157Z
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SUMMARY:Women Writers Of Broadway Musicals
DESCRIPTION:With a few noticeable exceptions\, writing lyrics for Broadway has been the domain of men.  Oscar Hammerstein. Lin-Manuel Miranda. Irving Berlin. Stephen Sondheim. Call Porter. All were great! But it is no longer just a man’s world! Today\, we feature some of the greatest women lyricists in the history of Broadway! \nAlthough you may not be immediately familiar with writers like Lynn Ahrens\, Sara Bareilles\,  Betty Comden\, or Irene Sankoff\, once you hear their lyrics\, learn about their shows\, and listen to the music\, you are going to be a fan! \nAmong the Broadway/Hollywood musicals we will be discussing: \nNew York\, New York \nRagtime \nCome from away \nSinging in the Rain \nWaitress \nBells are Ringing
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/women-writers-of-broadway-musicals-3/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230313T153000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20230310T215641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T215641Z
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SUMMARY:The Films Of Rob Reiner
DESCRIPTION:The Films Of Rob Reiner\nWho would have thought that Archie Bunker’s liberal\, hippie son-in-law\, “Meathead Mike” Stivic\, would become one of the most popular and influential movie directors of the last 30 years? \nConsider just some of the great films Rob Reiner has made! \nThe Princess Bride \nWhen Harry Met Sally \nA Few Good Men \nThe American President \nMisery \nStand By Me \nIn this fun and fascinating presentation\, you will watch numerous clips from his great movies\, listen to him explain how he works and hear many fascinating behind-the-scenes stories! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-films-of-rob-reiner-2/
LOCATION:Private Venue
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20230310T211530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T212902Z
UID:11888-1678793400-1678798800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:1948: America 75 Years Ago (AM)
DESCRIPTION:I’m back with the latest installment of my popular “Time Capsule” series! Each session will explore the year’s top news stories\, top movies and shows\, famous birds and deaths\, what things cost\, and so much more! \nIn this session\, we will dive into America as it was 75 years ago\, \nIn the tumultuous year of 1948. The baby boom was in full swing; we read the famous “Dewey defeats Truman” headline\, and “Uncle Milty” – the one and only Milton Berle – made Americans run out and buy their first television! 1948 brought one of the most exciting upset elections of all time; Israel was born\, as was Billy Crystal\, Gandhi was assassinated\, and the first instant cameras were used. \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free; I am struggling but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘1948 AM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n \n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘1948 AM.’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for 1948 AM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \nRegistration \nMar 14\, 2023\, 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to return to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1948-america-75-years-ago/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Civil Rights,Cultural History,Political History,Sports History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20230310T212708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230311T061219Z
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SUMMARY:1948: America 75 Years Ago (PM)
DESCRIPTION:I’m back with the latest installment of my popular “Time Capsule” series! Each session will explore the year’s top news stories\, top movies and shows\, famous birds and deaths\, what things cost\, and so much more! \nIn this session\, we will dive into America as it was 75 years ago\, \nIn the tumultuous year of 1948. The baby boom was in full swing; we read the famous “Dewey defeats Truman” headline\, and “Uncle Milty” – the one and only Milton Berle – made Americans run out and buy their first television! 1948 brought one of the most exciting upset elections of all time; Israel was born\, as was Billy Crystal\, Gandhi was assassinated\, and the first instant cameras were used. \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free; I am struggling but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘1948 PM’ On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘1948 PM.’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for 1948 PM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \nRegistration \nWhen: Mar 14\, 2023\, 05:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n  \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to return to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/1948-america-75-years-ago-pm/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,Civil Rights,Cultural History,Political History,Sports History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230315T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230315T153000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20230301T181027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T181156Z
UID:11857-1678888800-1678894200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Best Actors Never to Win an Oscar
DESCRIPTION:America has been in love with the movies for over 100 years. And every year the race for the Oscar is closely watched by movie fans around the world. Winning the Academy award connotes something special in the history of film. Movie buffs debate the winners and losers\, the snubs\, and the surprises.  But since the 1920s\, the Academy Awards have built a long historical record that we can examine. And that record definitely contains some extremely surprising omissions.   In this fun and fast multimedia presentation\, we will look at which highly-regarded actors have never won a competitive Academy Award \n \nWe will not be considering one specific film performance but the larger question of why a great body of work never yielded an Oscar. For instance\, how did great actors from Hollywood’s golden past\, such as Peter O’Toole\, Cary Grant\, & Richard Burton\, never win an Academy Award? And how has the precious Oscar statuette eluded actors working today\, such as  Tom Cruise\, Johnny Depp\,\nand Harrison Ford\, who have made some of the most highly acclaimed films ever? Don’t miss this fun presentation!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/best-actors-never-to-win-an-oscar-4/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230323T143000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20230313T180324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230325T144502Z
UID:11933-1679576400-1679581800@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Just Happened - March 2023 Current Events
DESCRIPTION: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?” \nThis session is so unique because we will not just talk about our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. We’ll go through a number of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the express choice of the moderator. \nTHIS PROGRAM WILL BE PRESENTED IN PERSON AND SIMULTANEOUSLY ONLINE. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-march-2023-current-events/
LOCATION:North Shore Senior Center\, 161 Northfield Road\, Northfield\, 60093
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSSC - Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:LifelongLearning@nssc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230324T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230324T153000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20230313T175255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T175255Z
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SUMMARY:Nellie Bly And Dorothy Kilgallen
DESCRIPTION:Nellie Bly and Dorothy Kilgallen are two of American history’s most groundbreaking female journalists. \n  \nNellie Bly fearlessly exposed the harsh\, unfair working conditions for mill workers in Pittsburgh\, drawing the ire of the wealthiest people in the city.  She served as her newspaper’s foreign correspondent in Mexico before being run out of the country for exposing governmental corruption\, risked her life going undercover in a “mental asylum” in New York\, and set a record for the fastest trip around the world – all before she was 25 years old! \nDorothy Kilgallen was the first woman journalist in American history to be a murder reporter\, breaking front-page scoop after scoop before she imitated Nellie Bly and competed in a race around the world -All before she was 25 years old.  She later became an important celebrity columnist\, broke important stories\, and was the first mainstream reporter to challenge the Warren Commission.  As she was preparing a book purporting to prove that the murder of President John F Kennedy was a conspiracy\, Dorothy Kilgallen died under very mysterious circumstances. \n  \nNellie Bly and Dorothy Kilgallen used the power of the press to try and help make society fairer.  And each opened the door for many more women to become journalists.  This multimedia presentation is exciting\, fascinating\, and even a little scary as we follow these women who risked their lives in pursuit of the truth.
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/nellie-bly-and-dorothy-kilgallen-3/
LOCATION:Highland Park Country Club\, 1201 Park Avenue West\, Highland Park IL\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:American History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Park Senior Center":MAILTO:Cearle@cityhpil.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230325T180000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20160108T173629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T141340Z
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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 an award-winning wedding officiant. I will be conducting the wedding for a lovely couple!   \nWhat do I love about officiating weddings? Whether the wedding is large or small\, religious or civil\, traditional or same-sex\, I love being part of a couple’s most special day. \nI do not do “cookie-cutter” weddings – every ceremony is completely unique to the couple. Click here to see and hear what my brides have to say! \nEvery love story\, every relationship\, every family is different. It is so much fun for me to get to know the wonderful people and their 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-2023-8/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Marriage Ceremony
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230327T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230327T143000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20230116T184512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T184512Z
UID:11716-1679922000-1679927400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:Betty White: America's Favorite Potty Mouthed Grandma
DESCRIPTION:The fabulous Betty White has been called an American national treasure – and rightly so! Up until her death at 99\, Betty White was a beacon of positivity even in difficult years! Witty\, working\, and happy\, Betty white it’s a beacon of positivity even in difficult times! \nBetty White was voted one of America’s most beloved entertainers year in and year out.  In 2018\, she was chosen as the most trusted person in America! You know her as the seemingly sweet we but secretly scheming sexpot Sue Anne Nivens on the iconic  “Mary Tyler Moore Show\,” the endearing\, naïve\, and trusting Rose Nyland on the classic  “Golden Girls\,” and the outrageous and somewhat loopy Elka Ostrovsky on ” Hot in Cleveland.” \n Betty White has been a staple on talk shows\, a host and panelist on game shows\, and has even performed in some popular movies\, including one classic film drama about politics in which she played a U.S. Senator! \nYou may not know that Betty White was a pioneer in the early days of television\, being the first woman to produce her own show!  The amazing Ms. White is a best-selling author and tireless advocate for animals. Most importantly\, she is widely considered one of the nicest people in all show business. This warm\, charming and funny presentation is loaded with hilarious video clips and great stories about the one and only Betty White. \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/betty-white-5/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T130000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20230313T174007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T174007Z
UID:11925-1680003000-1680008400@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Just Happened - March 2023 Current Events (AM)
DESCRIPTION: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?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just talk about our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. For instance\, when the Republicans deadlocked over their election of Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy\, it wasn’t the first time a speaker election went into overtime. We’ll learn about those historic occasions. Then we will understand WHY the Republican party was so divided over this issue. The history of that division will inform us about future decisions and political consequences. \nWe’ll go through a number of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the express choice of the moderator. \nTHIS PROGRAM WILL BE PRESENTED ONLINE. \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free; I am struggling but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘March’ AM On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘March AM’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for March AM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \nREGISTRATION/ZOOM \nWhen: March 28\, 2023\, 11:30 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-march-2023-current-events-am/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20230313T174734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230325T144804Z
UID:11927-1680028200-1680033600@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:What Just Happened - March 2023 Current Events (PM)
DESCRIPTION: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?” \nThis session is unique because we will not just talk about our opinions about the news but also learn the history behind the events and their underlying significance. For instance\, when the Republicans deadlocked over their election of Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy\, it wasn’t the first time a speaker election went into overtime. We’ll learn about those historic occasions. Then we will understand WHY the Republican party was so divided over this issue. The history of that division will inform us about future decisions and political consequences. \nWe’ll go through a number of the most exciting events of the month\, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask questions and offer your thoughts. \nIMPORTANT NOTE: ALL comments and questions must be respectfully asked using appropriate language. Speeches and misinformation will be terminated at the express choice of the moderator. \nTHIS PROGRAM WILL BE PRESENTED ONLINE. \nCOST \nI ask for a voluntary donation of $5.00. If you cannot afford it or feel my programs are not worth $5.00\, you are invited to come for free; I am struggling but supporting a family\, so I understand with compassion living on a tight budget! \nCash/Check Payable to Barry Bradford \nBarry Bradford \nP.O. Box #177 \nDeerfield\, IL 60015 \nPut ‘March’ PM On The Subject Line\, Please. \nPaypal: \nPayPal (Please note\, PayPal takes 10% of your donation as a fee. I receive $4.50) \n\n√ Venmo  \n(send to @B-Bradford-1) Please add a note saying ‘March PM’ \n√  Zelle – Use the email address: Barry1776@ATT.NET (Please add a note that it is for March AM) \n√ Don’t pay (or pay less) if you cannot afford it! \nREGISTRATION/ZOOM \nWhen: March 28\, 2023\, 6:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nNO ZOOM LINK??  \nIf you do not receive a confirmation email\, you did not sign up correctly. SAVE THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL! If you cannot find your confirmation email\, check your spam folder. The other alternative is to go back to the website and sign up again. I cannot send you the link! They come straight from Zoom! \n 
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/what-just-happened-march-2023-current-events-am-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:American History,British History,Chicago History,Civil Rights,Current Events,Economic History,Legal History,Sports History,Women's History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230329T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230329T143000
DTSTAMP:20260616T002706
CREATED:20230310T220717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T220758Z
UID:11903-1680094800-1680100200@barrybradford.com
SUMMARY:The West Wing
DESCRIPTION:The West Wing is one of the most critically acclaimed television shows of all time. \nLIVE IN PERSON \nThe brainchild of Aaron Sorkin reminded us that many people who go into government do so because they care deeply about our country and are genuinely idealistic about making life better. Patriotism is seen as an admirable quality. \nUsing interviews\, documentary research\, and numerous video clips\, I’ll document why and how The West Wing transformed TV and transfixed the audience!
URL:https://barrybradford.com/schedules/the-west-wing-3/
LOCATION:Private Venue
CATEGORIES:Cultural History
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