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  • 1945

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    Join me in our time capsule for this amazing look back at one of the most important years in the history of the world: 1945. In 1945 World War II finally came to an end. After the deaths of both … Continue reading →

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  • The Chicago Cubs – 1876 – 1945

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    During dismal errors of repeated failure of the Chicago Cubs, fans were often heard to exclaim "Anyone can have a bad century!" After World War II, the Cubs were, generally, a very bad baseball team! However, in this fascinating, one-of-a-kind … Continue reading →

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  • The Chicago Cubs – 1945 – 2016

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    In the first half of the 20th century, the Chicago Cubs were one of the mightiest teams in all of baseball – a perennial pennant contender despite not winning the World Series since 1908. The second half of baseball's 20th century … Continue reading →

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  • Jackie Robinson

    Vernon Area Public Library 300 Olde Half Day Road, Lincolnshire, IL

     Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in baseball. The dramatic story of how Branch Rickey defied the baseball establishment by promoting the major leagues the first African American players ever to walk on the field is fascinating. However, Jackie Robinson is … Continue reading →

  • Jackie Robinson

    First Presbyterian CHurch Libertyville 219 W. Maple, Libertyville IL, United States

     Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in baseball. The dramatic story of how Branch Rickey defied the baseball establishment by promoting the major leagues the first African American players ever to walk on the field is fascinating. However, Jackie Robinson is … Continue reading →

  • Current Events Discussion Presentation

    What Just Happened – January 2023 Current Events

    North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, Northfield

    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?" What makes this session so unique is that we will not … Continue reading →