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Will Rogers: America’s Cowboy Philosopher
College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesWill Rogers: America’s Cowboy Philosopher Will Rogers is one of the most popular Americans to have ever lived! he famously said, "I never met a man I didn't like." And the reverse was true – no one ever seemed to … Continue reading
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The Life Of Robin Williams
Private VenueThe 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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Kristin Chenoweth – Multi-Talented Performer With A Compassionate Heart
Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center 100 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL, United StatesKristin 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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Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau – The Odd Couple Of Comedy!
Private VenueIndividually, they were two of the best screen actors of their generation. Collectively,they were one of the greatest movie teams of all time! Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau Like Fred and Ginger, Tracy and Hepburn, Burns and Allen, when you … Continue reading
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American in Paris and Bridges of Madison County
North Shore Senior Center 161 Northfield Road, NorthfieldAn American in Paris was one of the most popular movie musicals of all time. In 2016, Broadway offered an extremely daring and unique interpretation of the classic story. It was hailed by Broadway critics as a brilliant production and honored … Continue reading
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Walt Disney – Animating America
Algonquin Area Public Library District 2600 Harnish Dr. , lgonquin, IL 60102It is no overstatement to say that Walt Disney is one of the most influential Americans of all time. His name alone has become synonymous with forms of entertainment and recreation known throughout the world. To call something "Disneyesque" or … Continue reading
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Walt Disney – Animating America
Ela Township Senior Center 380 Surryse Road, Lake Zurich, IL, United StatesIt is no overstatement to say that Walt Disney is one of the most influential Americans of all time. His name alone has become synonymous with forms of entertainment and recreation known throughout the world. To call something "Disneyesque" or … Continue reading
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The Crime of the Century – The Supermodel, The Architect, And the Insane Millionaire
Fremont Public Library 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, IL, United StatesClick here to read more about this amazing story! At the dawn of the 20th century, America was riveted by the first celebrity murder case in America. Every element of this story is fascinating! The murderer was already famous and … Continue reading
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Will Rogers: America’s Cowboy Philosopher
Private VenueWill Rogers: America’s Cowboy Philosopher Will Rogers is one of the most popular Americans to have ever lived! he famously said, "I never met a man I didn't like." And the reverse was true – no one ever seemed to … Continue reading
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The Life Of Robin Williams
Indian Trails Public Library 355 Schoenbeck Rd, Wheeling, 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