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The Many Faces of Danny Kaye
Lake Forest Library 360 E. Deerpath Road, Lake Forest, IL, United StatesThe Many Faces of Danny Kaye He was a brilliant comic. He sang well enough to do duets with Bing Crosby, Louis Armstrong, and even Beverly Sills. he danced beautifully with Vera Ellen, often considered the best technical dancer in … Continue reading
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Betty White: America’s Favorite Potty Mouthed Grandma
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldBetty White has been called a national treasure - and rightly so! Year in and year out, she has been voted one of America's most beloved entertainers. you know her as the seeming police we but secretly scheming Sue Anne … Continue reading
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The Richest Americans: Railroad Robber Barons
Private VenueJay Gould, James Fisk, Leland Stanford: The Railroad "Robber Barons" were some of the richest, most influential men in American history. The term "robber baron" is usually applied to these men who revolutionized the business of railroads while carrying on … Continue reading
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Kristin Chenoweth – Multi-Talented Performer With A Compassionate Heart
Private VenueKristin Chenoweth is one of the most talented performers in America. She is also one of the nicest people ever to become a major star in show business. Her life story is as unexpected as her talent is overwhelming. Leo Durocher famously … Continue reading
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The Life Of Robin Williams
Niles Senior Center 999 Civic Center Drive, Niles, IL, United StatesThe Life Of Robin Williams Robin Williams was one of the funniest comedians of all time. His improvisational skills were almost other-worldly! Yet behind the comic persona lay a complex man- intensely charitable and compassionate, but plagued by insecurity, battling addictions and … Continue reading
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The History Of Santa Claus!
Vernon Township Senior Center 16652 North Buffalo Grove Road,, Prairie View, IL, United StatesCome and learn the fascinating history of Santa! Who doesn't love Santa Claus? Although Santa's origins can be traced to a religious figure (Saint Nicholas) in Christian lore, over the years Santa Claus has morphed into a universally recognized symbol of kindness, … Continue reading
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The History Of Santa Claus!
Cook Memorial Library 413 N. Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, United StatesWhat a great evening this will be! You will enjoy a fascinating presentation in which you will learn the fascinating history of Santa Claus! Who doesn't love Santa Claus? Although Santa's origins can actually be traced to a religious figure (Saint … Continue reading
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Kristin Chenoweth – Multi-Talented Performer With A Compassionate Heart
Private VenueKristin Chenoweth is one of the most talented performers in America. She is also one of the nicest people ever to become a major star in show business. Her life story is as unexpected as her talent is overwhelming. Leo Durocher famously … Continue reading
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Jane Addams
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesJane Addams is one of the most influential and admired women in American history. Her name is synonymous with "Hull House" – one of the first and greatest examples of settlement house social work and community organizing in the USA. … Continue reading
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Betty White: America’s Favorite Potty Mouthed Grandma
Niles Senior Center 999 Civic Center Drive, Niles, IL, United StatesBetty White has been called an American national treasure - and rightly so! Year in and year out, Betty White has been voted one of America's most beloved entertainers. You know her as the seemingly sweet we but secretly scheming … Continue reading