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Second City
Second City
Invitation to Our Presentation on the History of Second City Join us for an exciting journey into the world of comedy as we explore the history of Second City, the iconic Chicago institution that revolutionized improv comedy. Known for launching … Continue reading
Best Actresses To Never Win An Oscar!
Best Actresses To Never Win An Oscar!
The Academy Awards are designed to recognize the greatest achievements in the movies. Each year, the Oscars are watched by huge audiences, and the results can make or break a film's chances at success. They also have a huge impact … Continue reading
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America’s Purpose Statement: The Declaration Of Independence
America’s Purpose Statement: The Declaration Of Independence
The most important sentence ever written by an American - a sentence that has inspired people in every part of the world - is found in America's purpose statement! Click here to read more. The legacy of Washington, Hancock, Franklin, … Continue reading
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Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Ceremony
You are seeing this notice because this block of time has been put aside for one of my favorite speaking opportunities! To learn more about my work as a wedding officiant, please click here. I am so blessed and so … Continue reading
Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Ceremony
You are seeing this notice because this block of time has been put aside for one of my favorite speaking opportunities! To learn more about my work as a wedding officiant, please click here. I am so blessed and so … Continue reading
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Brian Stokes Mitchell
Brian Stokes Mitchell
Join us on Tuesday, July 9th at 6:30 PM for a fast, fun, and fascinating multimedia presentation celebrating the legendary Brian Stokes Mitchell! Whether you're a Broadway aficionado or new to his extraordinary talent, this event promises to be an … Continue reading
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Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Ceremony
You are seeing this notice because this block of time has been put aside for one of my favorite speaking opportunities! To learn more about my work as a wedding officiant, please click here. I am so blessed and so … Continue reading
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Broadway Comes To Chicago – 2024
Broadway Comes To Chicago – 2024
Broadway In Chicago, the Marriott Lincolnshire, Drury Lane Theater, Goodman Theatre, and Steppenwolf Theater (among others) have exciting programs this year for theater lovers. This fast and fascinating multimedia presentation will highlight all of the major shows coming to Chicago … Continue reading
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Milton Berle – Uncle Miltie The First TV Superstar
Milton Berle – Uncle Miltie The First TV Superstar
The Story Of Uncle Miltie The First TV Superstar He was known to one and all as simply: "Uncle Miltie." Today we explore the long life and unparalleled career of the one and only Mr. Television - Milton Berle! He … Continue reading
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Best Movies Directed By Women – Part II
Best Movies Directed By Women – Part II
From 1929 to 2024, 601 movies were nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars. Of those, 22 were directed by women. In this exciting, brand-new two-part multimedia presentation, we will examine all 22 fantastic Oscar-nominated best movies directed by women. … Continue reading
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Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Ceremony
You are seeing this notice because this block of time has been put aside for one of my favorite speaking opportunities! To learn more about my work as a wedding officiant, please click here. I am so blessed and so … Continue reading
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1949 – America 75 Years Ago
1949 – America 75 Years Ago
Our popular “Time Capsule.” programs return with this brand new entry:1949 - America 75 Years Ago. Each program will take you deep into American life during the year in question. We will look at the famous people who were born … Continue reading
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Unusual Movie Musicals
Unusual Movie Musicals
What is the greatest movie musical of all time? "Singin' In The Rain," "Grease," "The Wizard Of Oz," "West Side Story," and a number of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers films would pop up in many lists. However, this fun … Continue reading
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Women In Comedy – Great Teams! (Mid-Day)
Women In Comedy – Great Teams! (Mid-Day)
Are you ready to laugh? This presentation features six of the funniest women of all time! We will look at the following fabulous female comedy teams: The first team we’ll look at is Lucille Ball and Vivian Vance (“I Love … Continue reading
What Just Happened – July 2024 Current Events
What Just Happened – July 2024 Current Events
Once a month, you can be part of a current events discussion presentation discussion with a twist. Award-winning professional historian Barry Bradford will help us learn “What Just Happened?” This session is so unique because we will not just talk … Continue reading
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George S. Patton – The Man The Germans Feared
George S. Patton – The Man The Germans Feared
George S. Patton - The Man The Germans Feared This Program Is FREE, Live, and Open To The Public! George S. Patton was a man of contradictions - charismatic, cunning, courageous, self-confident and superstitious, egotistical and emotional. And he was … Continue reading
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Best Movies About Politics (Part I)
Best Movies About Politics (Part I)
Films will be presented chronologically. Politics and the movies are a match made in heaven! Movies need compelling characters, suspenseful plots, unexpected twists, and a great conclusion. Politics provides all the above and then some! In this remarkable new presentation, … Continue reading