The world’s most famous comedy team will be covered from their humble beginnings, to their teaming on screen and, later, the sad end to their prolific careers and their final tours of the British Isles. This is the comedy team that all other teams aspire to be! Attendees may be surprised to learn who was the driving force behind their on screen magic. They will learn about their lives and careers and, as I am co-Sheik (President) of the Long Island Chapter of the “Sons of the Desert”, you will also learn about the organization that honors them as well. Together, Stan and Ollie made over one hundred films and in this program you will screen some of their most famous comedy short subjects and highlights and experience why they still make people laugh for almost one hundred years. A truly unique presentation with a large memorabilia (including rare World War 2 newspapers), books, Laurel and Hardy music and autograph display to enhance your experience. This program continues to draw large audiences and laughs whenever it is presented.

You’ve heard the name, but what does it mean? Vaudeville was a staged live variety show that included various acts (some really being quite wild) that was America’s first mass entertainment venue. Many of the stars that we know today (Stan Laurel, W.C. Fields, Eubie Blake, Fanny Brice, James Cagney, Bob Hope, Burns and Allen, June Havoc, The Marx Brothers, Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton - just to name a few) all appeared in Vaudeville. From small, medium and big time vaudeville, it was designed to be family entertainment that everyone could enjoy. Strict rules prohibited swearing, off color material and too much female skin. Violate the rules and your career was over! With this presentation, you will learn the history of Vaudeville, why the acts were presented in a certain order (there was a science to the shows), how the actors lived, the discrimination experienced by black performers as well as the many factors that brought about Vaudeville’s demise. For over fifty years, Vaudeville entertained America, and, surprisingly, many of its terms and entertainment styles are still with us today! Actual original vaudeville programs, autographs, books and other memorabilia is included with this unique presentation.

Registration is required. Molloy University MILL 2 Program - Molloy Institute for Lifelong Learning - Rockville Centre, NY - 1:30 PM. For registration information, please contact the Office of Continuing Education and Professional Studies at

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Join the Meadowbrook Women's Initiative open meeting at the East Meadow Public Library to celebrate the nation’s two hundred fiftieth birthday with a Power Point lecture of the most rousing patriotic musical Hollywood ever produced! The Meadowbrook Women's Initiative is a group dedicated to promoting lifetime learning, serving the community and raising funds for worthwhile local causes. Come to the lecture and learn how to get involved with the MWI to help your local community and to see this classic flag waver that stars James Cagney as George M. Cohan, Broadway’s most popular and versatile star. Cohan had input into the script and production and you will learn what HE thought of the final product! Learn how Cagney came to star in this iconic film and watch him excel at his first love - dance. Jim always thought of himself as a “hoofer” and he displays his amazing talent in this film. The “staircase” scene is still amazing to this day. Filled with wonderful toe tapping songs, patriotism, funny jokes, a sterling cast and Jimmy Cagney’s magnetism, this film remains a captivating and absolute delight to this day! Selected film highlights will be screened. Soundtrack music as well as a book, autograph and memorabilia display are included with the ORIGINAL Long Island presentation. Don’t miss it! For more information on the Meadowbrook Women's Initiative, please contact them at info@meadowbrookwomen.org

Groucho Marx was a “one of a kind” film personality but by the late 1940’s his career was at a depressing standstill. The Marx Brothers were no longer making films, his own radio programs had not succeeded and his career consisted of guest appearances on other stars’ programs. In 1947, Producer John Guedel witnessed Groucho go toe to toe with Bob Hope adlibbing much of his dialogue during a guest spot on Hope’s program. Guedel thought Groucho would be wonderful using that ability on a radio program and so “You Bet Your Life” was born! The show ran for thirteen years on radio and eleven years on television and became a staple in syndication for many years. With this Power Point presentation, attendees will learn the answers to many questions, such as, “Did Groucho have a script”, “Were the contestants screened in advance?” and “Why was this this successful show cancelled?” After the presentation, they will view various clips from the show’s vaults, including the segment that launched a successful film career and a parody of the show. This presentation also includes an autograph, memorabilia and book display. Get ready for Groucho’s amazing wit and you may learn a few quiz facts along the way as well!

This film celebrates FIFTY years in 2026 and it hasn’t lost its cinematic impact since it premiered. Filled with tension, suspense, foreboding and personal terror, this film tells the story of two Washington Post reporters, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, sent to cover a “story of minor importance” and discover the facts that broke the Watergate scandal wide open and helped to topple the most powerful man in the world - President Richard Nixon! Attendees will learn how Robert Redford conceived the film and worked to bring it to the screen. They also will learn of the actors that were considered for various roles as well as how the the actual production of the film occurred. Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman were both at the top of their cinematic game as they slog through the web of money and intrigue that lead to the downfall of many of the most powerful people in America - from a former Attorney General to White House Aides and the White House Chief of Staff. The first of it’s kind presentation for Long Island! A film memorabilia, book and autograph display is included.

This is the first Long Island lecture to cover this 1984 megahit. Who you gonna call for summer fun? Ghostbusters! This movie revolutionized the film industry as it was the FIRST special effects blockbuster comedy. No other project had the special effects and budget that were needed for this film’s combination of comedy, action and horror. The gamble of using television personalities to star in a motion picture paid off! With comedians, comedy writers and a director that were at the top of their game, this film couldn’t fail, right? Columbia studio executives weren’t so sure. This Power Point lecture will take you through the making of the movie and it’s background and is followed by the screening of film highlights. Soundtrack music, autographs and a book and memorabilia display are included. For more information, please call the Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library at (516) 938-0077

See the original Long Island lecture about the little 1980 film that became a blockbuster and forever changed the way film-making approached comedy. A very influential film, you can see its stamp on other movies (think the “Naked Gun” and “Hot Shots” series) and various television shows (“The Simpsons”, “Family Guy”, “American Dad” and many others). This Power Point presentation will cover the beginnings of the Zucker, Abrahams and Zucker team from their college days to the making of this modern film classic as well as the little known film that inspired their creation. Learn about the joke that went too far even for this film! Find out how Leslie Nielsen kept the cast and crew in stitches in this, his first comedic film role. See what actor thought the film was trash, was eventually convinced to appear and then laughed harder than anyone at the premier. Full of irreverent laughs and visual gags, this remains a favorite to this day. Repeated viewings will disclose gags that you missed the first dozen times you watched it. Nothing, and no one, is sacred and it shows a lost ability for people to laugh at themselves. Film highlights will be screened. An autograph, book and film memorabilia display is included.

You can register by simply using the website (www.thefrickestatelectures.org) or calling the lecture office at 516-415-1101 and leaving a message – they will get right back to you and register you by credit card.  Checks are also accepted but may be delayed at their P.O. Box in Greenvale, so if you do use the postal mail, either email admin@thefrickestatelectures.org or call their phone number to let them know you would like to attend.

The first Long Island presentation to cover the life and career of this New York City superstar! Attendees will learn how this poor Irish kid from New York’s lower East Side became a hoofer (dancer), one of the screen’s toughest gangsters and then one of Hollywood’s best loved stars. This presentation covers Jimmy’s life beginning from his humble start and details his amazing career. It can include film highlights or a screening of one of his greatest films, “Public Enemy”, where Jimmy exploded on the screen in his toughest and arguably meanest film role and the one that made him a star. Singing, dancing, drama or comedy - nothing was beyond his scope. Respected, loved and admired by all, except Studio Head Jack Warner, there was no one like this “Professional Againster”! An autograph, book and memorabilia display is included.

This film celebrates FIFTY years in 2026 and it hasn’t lost its cinematic impact since it premiered. Filled with tension, suspense, foreboding and personal terror, this film tells the story of two Washington Post reporters, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, sent to cover a “story of minor importance” and discover the facts that broke the Watergate scandal wide open and helped to topple the most powerful man in the world - President Richard Nixon! You will learn how Robert Redford conceived the film and worked to bring it to the screen. You also will learn of the actors that were considered for various roles as well as how the the actual production of the film occurred. Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman were both at the top of their cinematic game as they slog through the web of money and intrigue that lead to the downfall of many of the most powerful people in America - from a former Attorney General to White House Aides and the White House Chief of Staff. Select film highlights will be screened in the first of it’s kind presentation for Long Island! A film memorabilia, book and autograph display is included.

You can register by simply using the website (www.thefrickestatelectures.org) or calling the lecture office at 516-415-1101 and leaving a message – they will get right back to you and register you by credit card.  Checks are also accepted but may be delayed at their P.O. Box in Greenvale, so if you do use the postal mail, either email admin@thefrickestatelectures.org or call their phone number to let them know you would like to attend.

Coming from a lower middleclass background, Lucille Ball lost her Father when she was three years old and lived with various family members in upstate New York. Leaving school to learn to act and model, she was became a Goldwyn Girl and eventually a leading B actress at various Hollywood Studios. She was considered “washed up” as an actress and took radio jobs. When CBS offered to make the radio series in which she was starring into a television series, she would only consent if her Cuban born, bandleader husband could play the same role on television. And the rest, as they say, is television history! She became a powerhouse executive of her own studio and starred in three successful television series, including her role as Lucy Ricardo in the trailblazing “I Love Lucy”, which was, and still is, one of the greatest and funniest programs of all time! Learn about Lucy’s life and career in this timely and poignant lecture and then screen some of her funniest moments in beautiful newly colorized editions! A soundtrack music, memorabilia, book and autograph display is included. For more information, or to reserve your seat (recommended), please contact the North Bellmore Public Library at (516) 785-6260

You’ve heard the name, but what does it mean? Vaudeville was a staged live variety show that included various acts (some really being quite wild) that was America’s first mass entertainment venue. Many of the stars that we know today (Stan Laurel, W.C. Fields, Eubie Blake, Fanny Brice, James Cagney, Bob Hope, Burns and Allen, June Havoc, The Marx Brothers, Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton - just to name a few) all appeared in Vaudeville. From small, medium and big time vaudeville, it was designed to be family entertainment that everyone could enjoy. Strict rules prohibited swearing, off color material and too much female skin. Violate the rules and your career was over! With this presentation, attendees will learn the history of Vaudeville, why the acts were presented in a certain order (there was a science to the shows), how the actors lived, the discrimination experienced by black performers as well as the many factors that brought about Vaudeville’s demise. For over fifty years, Vaudeville entertained America, and, surprisingly, many of its terms and entertainment styles are still with us today! Actual original vaudeville programs, autographs, books and other memorabilia is included with this unique presentation.

The first Long Island lecture to discuss the legendary Benny Hill will be presented for the Bayshore Historical Society! The saucy and world famous English comedian that we remember from television began as a shy man with a stage act that needed much work. Afraid of hostile audiences, he turned to television and eventually became a world famous clown who was loved by millions in one hundred forty countries! But what was he like when not entertaining? Who was that little Irish fellow that had his head repeatedly tapped by Benny? Did Benny ever marry? Did he spend his fortune on extravagances? Why was his immensely popular show cancelled? Find out in this presentation and then watch some of his most hilarious sketches while you laugh yourself silly! He was an expert at all types of comedy - farce, physical, verbal and puns and the crowd response to this presentation shows that Benny still entertains us today! Benny Hill music, an autograph collection and a memorabilia and book display are included in this study of the world’s most famous modern clown.

Attendees will see how these real life brothers overcame poverty in New York City, grueling vaudeville tours, Broadway fame and became stars of radio, film and television. The world has never seen anything like THESE guys and never will again! As funny as they are on the screen they were even wilder in real life. Very different off screen, they jelled like no other brother act in history in creating mayhem and belly laughs. Groucho is still quoted and imitated today! And yes, Zeppo is included, as are very funny film highlights. An autograph, book and memorabilia display is included.

It is not too late to celebrate the nation’s two hundred fiftieth birthday with a Power Point lecture of the most rousing patriotic musical Hollywood ever produced! See this classic flag waver that stars James Cagney as George M. Cohan, Broadway’s most popular and versatile star. Cohan had input into the script and production and you will learn what HE thought of the final product! Learn how Cagney came to star in this iconic film and watch him excel at his first love - dance. Jim always thought of himself as a “hoofer” and he displays his amazing talent in this film. The “staircase” scene is still amazing to this day. Filled with wonderful toe tapping songs, patriotism, funny jokes, a sterling cast and Jimmy Cagney’s magnetism, this film remains a captivating and absolute delight to this day! Selected film highlights will be screened. Soundtrack music as well as a book, autograph and memorabilia display are included with the ORIGINAL Long Island presentation. Don’t miss it! For more information and to make your reservation, please contact the Copiague Memorial Library at (631) 691-1111

This is it - the most romantic film of all time, with a back drop of a love triangle and angry Nazis. (Are there any other kind?) This is the film that cemented Humphrey Bogart as a tough and sexy leading man and the superstar of his day. With Ingrid Bergman and a superb supporting cast, this Warner Brothers film is one of the outstanding films from Hollywood’s Golden Age. Before screening film highlights, attendees will learn the backstory behind the film and why this was such a rousing hit. With a combination of great acting, wonderful writing, an exotic setting, world events taking place during the filmmaking, Michael Curtiz’s great direction and because many of the supporting cast actually fled Nazi persecution in Europe, this is a film you won’t forget. This film never ages! Soundtrack music is included as is a memorabilia, autograph and book display.

Groucho Marx was a “one of a kind” film personality but by the late 1940’s his career was at a depressing standstill. The Marx Brothers were no longer making films, his own radio programs had not succeeded and his career consisted of guest appearances on other stars’ programs. In 1947, Producer John Guedel witnessed Groucho go toe to toe with Bob Hope adlibbing much of his dialogue during a guest spot on Hope’s program. Guedel thought Groucho would be wonderful using that ability on a radio program and so “You Bet Your Life” was born! The show ran for thirteen years on radio and eleven years on television and became a staple in syndication for many years. With this Power Point presentation, you will learn the answers to many questions, such as, “Did Groucho have a script”, “Were the contestants screened in advance?” and “Why was this this successful show cancelled?” After the presentation, you will view various clips from the show’s vaults, including the segment that launched a successful film career and a parody of the show. This presentation also includes an autograph, memorabilia and book display. Get ready for Groucho’s amazing wit and you may learn a few quiz facts along the way as well! For more information, please contact the West Islip Public Library at (631) 661-7080

Attendees will enjoy the original Long Island presentation of this entertaining film. Neil Simon brings a very New York and very Jewish film to the screen. Is it funny? You have to ask? In between the screamingly funny dialogue is a message of dealing with elderly relatives and two elderly partners that need to understand and forgive one another. Depicting a retired headlining vaudeville duo, Walter Matthau and George Burns were never better. Walter Matthau convincingly plays Willy Clark, an angry comedian forced into retirement when his partner decided to end the act. George Burns would win his only Academy Award by playing the retired partner, Al Lewis. This is the film that revitalized his career. Laughs abound while we discover if “The Sunshine Boys” really do still care for one another - but will never admit it! Attendees will also learn about the actors that were first considered for the starring roles, and for various reasons, turned down the film. You don’t have to be Jewish to enjoy this warm, human and honestly portrayed comedy. Film highlights are included. A book, autograph and film memorabilia display is included with this lecture.

attendees948 was a critical year for Bud Abbott and Lou Costello. Their careers were beginning to fade as Box Office powerhouses. While their comedies had kept American audiences spirits high during World War 2, their post war films were not capturing the public's attention. And as for Universal's classic monsters. their declining box office receipts had ended the "B" movies they had become. What to do? Someone came up with the idea of planting Lou Costello's pliable brain into the Frankenstein Monster's body by a mad scientist. As the writers and executives thought that idea had possibilities, they decided to add some of the other Universal properties that they owned, so Dracula and the Wolfman were added to the mix. What did Lou think of this idea? Well, if Universal-International had listened to him, we would not have the film we love today! In this presentation, attendees will learn about the production and casting of the funniest horror film of all time as well as the behind stories that occurred during the making of the film. They will also discover the monster that didn’t make the final cut! They will see why no one could match Lou's "scare take". This film still holds many laughs even after more than seventy five years and shows why many consider this to be Abbott and Costello's funniest film as the Monsters take their final screen bow! Soundtrack music as well as an autograph, memorabilia and book display are included.

This is the first presentation to cover a behind the scenes look at one of the greatest films of all time - “All The President’s Men”! The film celebrates FIFTY years in 2026 and it hasn’t lost its cinematic impact since it premiered. Filled with tension, suspense, foreboding and personal terror, this film tells the story of two Washington Post reporters, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, sent to cover a “story of minor importance” and discover the facts that broke the Watergate scandal wide open and helped to topple the most powerful man in the world - President Richard Nixon! Attendees will learn how Robert Redford conceived the film and worked to bring it to the screen. They also will learn of the actors that were considered for various roles as well as how the the actual production of the film occurred. Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman were both at the top of their cinematic game as they slog through the web of money and intrigue that lead to the downfall of many of the most powerful people in the world - from a former Attorney General to White House Aides and the Chief of Staff. Select film highlights will be screened in the first of it’s kind presentation for Long Island! A film memorabilia, book and autograph display is included. For more information, please contact the Northport Public Library at (631) 261-6930

Starring Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, this is the funniest haunted house film ever made. It also has great music from Ted Lewis and the Andrews Sisters, a great supporting cast and Lou Costello at his finest comedic form. Attendees will learn the backstory and then they will laugh themselves silly at “The Boys” as they deal with ghosts, gangsters, disappearing rooms and missing money. See Lou Costello’s classic comic reactions to a pair of candles that have a life of their own! This film answers the famous question of where Moose Matson hid his money - “In his head.” This presentation will include select film highlights. The first Long Island lecture to present this screen classic! Fun Halloween music is included as is a large memorabilia, autograph and book display.

1948 was a critical year for Bud Abbott and Lou Costello. Their careers were beginning to fade as Box Office powerhouses. While their comedies had kept American audiences spirits high during World War 2, their post war films were not capturing the public's attention. And as for Universal's classic monsters. their declining box office receipts had ended the "B" movies they had become. What to do? Someone came up with the idea of planting Lou Costello's pliable brain into the Frankenstein Monster's body by a mad scientist. As the writers and executives thought that idea had possibilities, they decided to add some of the other Universal properties that they owned, so Dracula and the Wolfman were added to the mix. What did Lou think of this idea? Well, if Universal-International had listened to him, we would not have the film we love today! In this presentation, you will learn about the production and casting of the funniest horror film of all time as well as the behind stories that occurred during the making of the film. You will also discover the monster that didn’t make the final cut! See why no one could match Lou's "scare take". This film still holds many laughs even after more than seventy five years and shows why many consider this to be Abbott and Costello's funniest film as the Monsters take their final screen bow! Soundtrack music as well as an autograph, memorabilia and book display are included. Get in the Halloween mood with laughs and a few frights! Membership to Farmingdale’s Institute For Lifelong Learning is required. For more information, please contact the FILL program at 934 - 420 - 2160 or by email at FILL@farmingdale.edu

In the 1970’s, quality scares could still be brought to you by network television. The two most memorable Dan Curtis television films are brought to you with this presentation - “The Night Stalker” and “Trilogy of Terror”. These films scared audiences out of their wits in their comfortable living rooms in 1972 and 1975 and will still do the same today! With this presentation, you will learn the background of these modern day classics and then view selected highlights, of “The Night Stalker” and the third, and most terrifying, segment of “Trilogy of Terror”, which features the unforgettable Zuni warrior doll that relentlessly attacks Karen Black. These two films made television history and, with this lecture, you will see why! Included with this presentation is a book, memorabilia and autograph display. Registration is required for The North Shore Programming Consortium. For more information, please contact the Locust Valley Library at (516) 671-1837

The topic will be determined by the host organization.

1948 was a critical year for Bud Abbott and Lou Costello. Their careers were beginning to fade as Box Office powerhouses. While their comedies had kept American audiences spirits high during World War 2, their post war films were not capturing the public's attention. And as for Universal's classic monsters. their declining box office receipts had ended the "B" movies they had become. What to do? Someone came up with the idea of planting Lou Costello's pliable brain into the Frankenstein Monster's body by a mad scientist. As the writers and executives thought that idea had possibilities, they decided to add some of the other Universal properties that they owned, so Dracula and the Wolfman were added to the mix. What did Lou think of this idea? Well, if Universal-International had listened to him, we would not have the film we love today! In this presentation, you will learn about the production and casting of the funniest horror film of all time as well as the behind stories that occurred during the making of the film. You will also discover the monster that didn’t make the final cut! See why no one could match Lou's "scare take". This film still holds many laughs even after more than seventy five years and shows why many consider this to be Abbott and Costello's funniest film as the Monsters take their final screen bow! Soundtrack music and film highlights, as well as an autograph, memorabilia and book display, are included.

Registration is required. For more information, please contact the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library at (631) 941-4080

The topic will be determined by the host organization.

Attendees will learn about the making of the funniest horror film of all time and how it almost was never filmed! This film still holds many laughs even after more than seventy five years! Film highlights will be screened after Power Point presentation. Attendees will see why no one could top Lou Costello in displaying on screen fright as “The Boys” tangle with Universal’s classic monsters as the monsters took a final screen bow - Frankenstein’s Monster, The Wolfman and the immortal Count Dracula! And they will learn about the monster that didn’t make it into the film. Halloween music and an autograph, memorabilia and book display are included.

Co-written by Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder and directed by Mel Brooks, this film is as funny and fresh today as when we laughed at it in 1974! This Power Point presentation will take you from the early development of the film to its completion. Along the way, you will discover the unconventional way the film was cast, how Mel and Gene wrote the story and screenplay, why it was filmed in black and white, the scene that almost caused a huge fight between the authors and the many behind the scenes stories and crackups. This was the favorite of film of Gene Wilder and Mel considers it his finest work. After the presentation, attendees will screen selected film highlights. Attendees will listen to the film’s soundtrack as they view a memorabilia, book and autograph display before the program. So get in the Halloween spirit with lots a laughs!

You can register by simply using the website (www.thefrickestatelectures.org) or calling the lecture office at 516-415-1101 and leaving a message – they will get right back to you and register you by credit card.  Checks are also accepted but may be delayed at their P.O. Box in Greenvale, so if you do use the postal mail, either email admin@thefrickestatelectures.org or call their phone number to let them know you would like to attend. This is a very popular topic so make your reservation early!

Attendees will learn about the making of the funniest horror film of all time and how it almost was never filmed! This film still holds many laughs even after more than seventy five years! Film highlights will be screened after Power Point presentation. Attendees will see why no one could top Lou Costello in displaying on screen fright as “The Boys” tangle with Universal’s classic monsters as the monsters took a final screen bow - Frankenstein’s Monster, The Wolfman and the immortal Count Dracula! And they will learn about the monster that didn’t make it into the film. Halloween music and an autograph, memorabilia and book display are included.

1948 was a critical year for Bud Abbott and Lou Costello. Their careers were beginning to fade as Box Office powerhouses. While their comedies had kept American audiences spirits high during World War 2, their post war films were not capturing the public's attention. And as for Universal's classic monsters. their declining box office receipts had ended the "B" movies they had become. What to do? Someone came up with the idea of planting Lou Costello's pliable brain into the Frankenstein Monster's body by a mad scientist. As the writers and executives thought that idea had possibilities, they decided to add some of the other Universal properties that they owned, so Dracula and the Wolfman were added to the mix. What did Lou think of this idea? Well, if Universal-International had listened to him, we would not have the film we love today! In this presentation, you will learn about the production and casting of the funniest horror film of all time as well as the behind stories that occurred during the making of the film. You will also discover the monster that didn’t make the final cut! See why no one could match Lou's "scare take". This film still holds many laughs even after more than seventy five years and shows why many consider this to be Abbott and Costello's funniest film as the Monsters take their final screen bow! Soundtrack music , as well as an autograph, memorabilia and book display are included, as are film highlights. Get in the Halloween mood with laughs and a few frights!

Registration and a pre-paid fee of $33 is is required. To register for this course, please go to the Hutton House Lectures website at https://liu.edu/hutton and click on the yellow Register button. For more information, you may contact them by phone at 516-299-2236

In 1921, illegal liquor, wild parties, sex, adultery and drugs, all funded by outrageous salaries, were the norm in Hollywood. This made many people in middle America very angry and anxious to end this “den of inequity” as many ordinary folks were emulating the behavior of the stars. The opportunity arose to clean up Hollywood when an event happened at a Labor Day party in San Francisco. Silent film star Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle was the second most popular personality in Hollywood, just behind Charlie Chaplin. When Virginia Rappe became sick at the party and died a few days later, San Francisco District Attorney Matthew Brady saw his opportunity to make this large, jolly comedian into a scapegoat and clean up Hollywood once and for all! It became three real life manslaughter trials with enough twists and turns, along with many devious side plots, to give Lt. Columbo fits! In this presentation, you will learn of Roscoe’s “dirt poor” childhood, his rise to fame, some of the practical jokes he played with good friend Buster Keaton, the three trials that he experienced, his fall from popular grace, his bankruptcy and his very sad end just as his life and career were on the rise again. Roscoe became the first cancel culture victim in the Untied States! At the conclusion of the presentation, a silent short and a rare Arbuckle sound short will be screened. Period music, autographs, memorabilia. period newspapers and a book display are included. For more information, and to rexerve your seat (recommended), please contact the Sachem Public Library at (631) 588-5024

This lecture covers those lovable knuckleheads from their humble beginnings, vaudeville acts, their split with the man that originated the acy to screen stardom. Members of the longest running short film series in history, they were much more than just “low” comedians and this is proven by their continued popularity around the world today as their films are still televised on a regular basis. You will also discover that there were more than “Three” Stooges in this iconic act and that some of them were actually brothers. Attendees will screen some of their funniest screen highlights are included in this laugh filled presentation. They will also learn where the Hollywood term “Fake Shemp” originated. So get ready for for a slap - happy day of fun! A large autograph, Three Stooges music, book and memorabilia display is included.

This is the first presentation to cover a behind the scenes look at one of the greatest films of all time - “All The President’s Men”! The film celebrates FIFTY years in 2026 and it hasn’t lost its cinematic impact since it premiered. Filled with tension, suspense, foreboding and personal terror, this film tells the story of two Washington Post reporters, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, sent to cover a “story of minor importance” and discover the facts that broke the Watergate scandal wide open and helped to topple the most powerful man in the world - President Richard Nixon! Attendees will learn how Robert Redford conceived the film and worked to bring it to the screen. They also will learn of the actors that were considered for various roles as well as how the the actual production of the film occurred. Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman were both at the top of their cinematic game as they slog through the web of money and intrigue that lead to the downfall of many of the most powerful people in the world - from a former Attorney General to White House Aides and the Chief of Staff. Select film highlights will be screened in the first of it’s kind presentation for Long Island! A film memorabilia, book and autograph display is included.

Registration is required. Molloy University MILL 2 Program - Molloy Institute for Lifelong Learning - Rockville Centre, NY - 1:30 PM. For registration information, please contact the Office of Continuing Education and Professional Studies at

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You’ve heard the name, but what does it mean? Vaudeville was a staged live variety show that included various acts (some really being quite wild) that was America’s first mass entertainment venue. Many of the stars that we know today (Stan Laurel, W.C. Fields, Eubie Blake, Fanny Brice, James Cagney, Bob Hope, Burns and Allen, June Havoc, The Marx Brothers, Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton - just to name a few) all appeared in Vaudeville. From small, medium and big time vaudeville, it was designed to be family entertainment that everyone could enjoy. Strict rules prohibited swearing, off color material and too much female skin. Violate the rules and your career was over! With this presentation, attendees will learn the history of Vaudeville, why the acts were presented in a certain order (there was a science to the shows), how the actors lived, the discrimination experienced by black performers as well as the many factors that brought about Vaudeville’s demise. For over fifty years, Vaudeville entertained America, and, surprisingly, many of its terms and entertainment styles are still with us today! After the presentation attendees will enjoy some wild and very entertaining vaudeville acts that were put on film. Actual vaudeville programs, autographs, books and other memorabilia is included with this presentation.

Thrill to talking trees, a scary twister, beautiful technicolor, evil and good witches, unforgettable music, memorable characters, the wonderful wizard himself and, of course, flying monkeys! Learn the back story of how this classic was filmed and then enjoy a screening of the film or selected highlights. After the screening, attendees will learn some of the “tricks of the trade” that were used to make the greatest fantasy film of all time, how the film was cast and why the sepia toned Kansas storyline was added to the beginning and end of the film. A charming and timeless film, it still warms everyone’s heart to this day! Not to be missed! Soundtrack music accompanies a book and memorabilia display.

Attendees will experience the first Long Island lecture to compare and contrast these two unforgettable shows! In 1964, a great event occurred on television. Not one, but TWO fun horror themed shows appeared on prime time. A nostalgic and fun afternoon awaits as you relive two of the most offbeat and funny series ever to appear on major network television. You will learn about the creation, background and making of both “The Addams Family” and “The Munsters” with this special presentation! After this entertaining Power Point lecture, attendees will screen two of the best episodes of both shows. These great programs will never grow old and remind us that monsters can be fun! An autograph, memorabilia and book display is included.

The topic will be determined by the host organization.

Attendees will “Go Ape” as they learn how this modern Science Fiction Classic was developed and finally produced in the original Long Island presentation to discuss this film. See how the special effects were accomplished and who was originally slated to co-star in the film. Many of the original story ideas and settings were left on the drawing board, but the talent of a great cast shines through, even under all that make-up! One of Charlton Heston’s most popular roles and an iconic and unique Science Fiction film that spawned an entire series of films! The ending is unforgettable till this day. A movie memorabilia display is included. It is recommended that you reserve your seat. In order to do so, or for more information, please contact The Merrick Library at (516) 377-6112

Do you remember growing up with fond memories of heart warming Christmas programs? These black and white shows gave a message of holiday hope and happiness unlike anything on television today. This original presentation lets attendees relive those feelings of good cheer with some rarely seen popular shows of yesteryear. Leading off is Art Carney in a seldom seen “Twilight Zone” episode. Carney performs a heartbreaking portrayal of a down on his luck department store Santa that just might stumble across some magical gift giving to those in need. A rare positive and ultimately feel good Twilight Zone program. The second program presents singing, dancing and jokes from the very talented cast of the “Dick Van Dyke Show” as the cast members put on their own Christmas program. The third program is a very special episode of “The Andy Griffith Show” as Andy brings the Christmas spirit to Mayberry’s Scrooge. This is the only episode that had Christmas as a subject, but you can see why Griffith stopped while he was ahead. Guaranteed to bring a tear to your eye. Classic Christmas music, memorabilia, autographs and a book display will accompany this program.

This is the ORIGINAL and still the most entertaining presentation of the film and discussion brought to Long Island. “You’ll shoot your eye out!” Who didn't experience the same hopes and dreams as Ralphie with the coming of the biggest day of the year in a child's life? This interactive Power Point Presentation takes you behind the scenes in the making of the film, short biographies of the stars, filming locations, the history of Ralphie's house used in the film, lost scenes and even locations that you can visit today! This presentation includes a viewing of select film highlights of this modern Christmas classic with holiday music of the era and a memorabilia display of authentic film items, books, ads, autographs and includes the most horrible soap ever made to wash out a kid’s mouth! (Actual 1930's Lifebuoy soap is on hand to experience! No tasting please!) A great film for all ages that will have you reliving your own childhood experiences as you laugh along with Ralphie! For more information, please contact the Glen Cove Public Library at (516) 676-2130

Thgis lecture has been specially prepared for Hutton House attendees! Get in the holiday mood with this nostalgic and fun filled holiday program. Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy are justly considered the world’s foremost and funniest “double act” in the history of film. In this presentation, you will learn the backgrounds of “The Boys” and the production of their funniest silent “short” film, “Big Business”.  With the complete screening of this film, you will see Laurel and Hardy try to sell a Christmas tree to James Finlayson in this “reciprocal destruction” classic. The second screening will be the classic “Jack Benny Goes Christmas Shopping” as Jack drives Mel Blanc, and everyone else, crazy! Before viewing that program, you will learn about Jack’s life, his show business career and meet his supporting players that appear in the show. This program is a prime example of why Jack remained on television for more than twenty years and has an ending that would NEVER be filmed today! The presentation includes 1940’s holiday music that will accompany a book, autograph and memorabilia display and brings a new meaning to the term “holiday cheer”.

Registration and a pre-paid fee of $33 is is required. To register for this course, please go to the Hutton House Lectures website at https://liu.edu/hutton and click on the yellow Register button. For more information, you may contact them by phone at 516-299-2236

“You’ll shoot your eye out!” Who didn't experience the same hopes and dreams as Ralphie with the coming of the biggest day of the year in a child's life? This interactive Power Point Presentation takes you behind the scenes in the making of the film, short biographies of the stars, filming locations, Ralphie's actual house used in the film, lost scenes and even locations that you can visit today! This presentation includes a viewing select film highlights of this modern Christmas classic with holiday music of the era and a memorabilia display of film items, books, ads, autographs and includes the most horrible soap ever made to wash out a kid’s mouth! (Actual 1930's Lifebuoy soap is on hand to experience! No tasting please!) A great film for all ages that will have you reliving your own childhood experiences as you laugh along with Ralphie! For more information, please contact the Elmont Public Library at (516) 354-5280

This is the ORIGINAL and still the most entertaining presentation of the film and discussion brought to Long Island. “You’ll shoot your eye out!” Who didn't experience the same hopes and dreams as Ralphie with the coming of the biggest day of the year in a child's life? This interactive Power Point Presentation takes you behind the scenes in the making of the film, short biographies of the stars, filming locations, the history of Ralphie's house used in the film, lost scenes and even locations that you can visit today! This presentation includes viewing selected film highlights of this modern Christmas classic along with holiday music of the era and a memorabilia display of authentic film items, books, ads, autographs and includes the most horrible soap ever made to wash out a kid’s mouth! (Actual 1930's Lifebuoy soap is on hand to experience! No tasting please!) A great film for all ages that will have you reliving your own childhood experiences as you laugh along with Ralphie! For more information, please contact the South Country Library at (631) 286-0818

Topic will be determined by the host organization

This is the ORIGINAL and still the most entertaining presentation of the film and discussion brought to Long Island. “You’ll shoot your eye out!” Who didn't experience the same hopes and dreams as Ralphie with the coming of the biggest day of the year in a child's life? This interactive Power Point Presentation takes you behind the scenes in the making of the film, short biographies of the stars, filming locations, the history of Ralphie's house used in the film, lost scenes and even locations that you can visit today! This presentation includes holiday music of the era and a memorabilia display of film items, books, ads, autographs and includes the most horrible soap ever made to wash out a kid’s mouth! (Actual 1930's Lifebuoy soap is on hand to experience! No tasting please!) A great film for all ages that will have you reliving your own childhood experiences as you laugh along with Ralphie! For more information and to reserve your seat (recommended) , please contact the Merrick Library at (516) 377-6112

“The Honeymooners” is an iconic television program that has been in syndication for more than fifty years. This Power Point program takes you through the history of the show, both before and after the “Classic 39” episodes and includes rare photographs of the show and its stars. After the presentation, you will screen the “Lost Honeymooners Christmas Party” holiday program. If time permits, a screening of their classic half hour “T’was the Night before Christmas” episode from the “Classic 39” run of shows will be included. You will enjoy Jackie as he showcases many of his non Honeymooners characters, see some surprise guest stars and enjoy some classic laughs. An autograph, memorabilia and book display is included. The first of it’s kind on Long Island so don’t miss this opportunity to get your holiday cheer! For more information and to make your reservations, please contact the Copiague Memorial Library at (631) 691-1111

This is the ORIGINAL and still the most entertaining presentation of the film and discussion brought to Long Island. “You’ll shoot your eye out!” Who didn't experience the same hopes and dreams as Ralphie with the coming of the biggest day of the year in a child's life? This interactive Power Point Presentation takes you behind the scenes in the making of the film, short biographies of the stars, filming locations, Ralphie's house used in the film, lost scenes and even locations that you can visit today! This presentation includes a viewing of this modern Christmas classic with holiday music of the era and a memorabilia display of authentic film items, books, ads, autographs and includes the most horrible soap ever made to wash out a kid’s mouth! (Actual 1930's Lifebuoy soap is on hand to experience! No tasting please!) A great film for all ages that will have you reliving your own childhood experiences as you laugh along with Ralphie!

This is the ORIGINAL and still the most entertaining presentation of the film and discussion brought to Long Island. “You’ll shoot your eye out!” Who didn't experience the same hopes and dreams as Ralphie with the coming of the biggest day of the year in a child's life? This interactive Power Point Presentation takes you behind the scenes in the making of the film, short biographies of the stars, filming locations, Ralphie's house used in the film, lost scenes and even locations that you can visit today! This presentation includes a viewing of this modern Christmas classic with holiday music of the era and a memorabilia display of authentic film items, books, ads, autographs and includes the most horrible soap ever made to wash out a kid’s mouth! (Actual 1930's Lifebuoy soap is on hand to experience! No tasting please!) A great film for all ages that will have you reliving your own childhood experiences as you laugh along with Ralphie! For more information, and to reserve your seat (recommended), please contact the Mineola Memorial Library at (516) 746-8488

This is the ORIGINAL and still the most entertaining presentation of the film and discussion brought to Long Island. “You’ll shoot your eye out!” Who didn't experience the same hopes and dreams as Ralphie with the coming of the biggest day of the year in a child's life? This interactive Power Point Presentation takes you behind the scenes in the making of the film, short biographies of the stars, filming locations, Ralphie's house used in the film, lost scenes and even locations that you can visit today! This presentation includes a viewing of this modern Christmas classic with holiday music of the era and a memorabilia display of authentic film items, books, ads, autographs and includes the most horrible soap ever made to wash out a kid’s mouth! (Actual 1930's Lifebuoy soap is on hand to experience! No tasting please!) A great film for all ages that will have you reliving your own childhood experiences as you laugh along with Ralphie!

This is it - the most romantic film of all time, with a back drop of a love triangle and angry Nazis. (Are there any other kind?) This is the film that cemented Humphrey Bogart as a tough and sexy leading man and the superstar of his day. With Ingrid Bergman and a superb supporting cast, this Warner Brothers film is one of the outstanding films from Hollywood’s Golden Age. Before screening film highlights, attendees will learn the backstory behind the film and why this was such a rousing hit. With a combination of great acting, wonderful writing, an exotic setting, world events taking place during the filmmaking, Michael Curtiz’s great direction and because many of the supporting cast actually fled Nazi persecution in Europe, this is a film you won’t forget. This film never ages! Soundtrack music is included as is a memorabilia, autograph and book display.

See the “Eighth Wonder of the World” in all his black and white glory and learn how the film was painstakingly filmed using stop motion animation and camera techniques that were utilized in Hollywood for the next 50 years. A giant ape, dinosaurs, the Empire State Building, the Third Avenue “L” and a screaming Far Wray make this an action classic that has never been topped. This amazing film contains one of the most iconic closing scenes (and lines) in film history! You’ll shed a tear for this monster! It is still amazing to this day. This is the first Long Island presentation to give you the backstory of this amazing film. For more information or to reserve your seat (recommended), please contact the Merrick Library at (516) 377-6112

One of the funniest films of the 1960’s and one of the greatest television programs of all time will be presented. Attendees will discover how “The Odd Couple” began as a real life situation, became a play, a memorable film and then one of the greatest television series of all time. They will also learn how the casting came about for Broadway, the film and television. Some of the potential pairings will boggle the mind! Attendees will also learn why the setting of the television show changed after the first season. An extremely funny premise, local theater productions of the play continue until today. After the Power Point presentation, attendees will screen film and television highlights. This program includes a memorabilia, autograph and book display.

The world’s most famous comedy team will be covered from their humble beginnings, to their teaming on screen and later, the sad end to their prolific careers and their final tours of the British Isles. This is the comedy team that all other teams aspire to be! You may be surprised to learn who was the driving force behind their on screen magic. You will learn about their lives and careers. Together, Stan and Ollie made over one hundred films and in this program you will screen one of their most famous comedy short subjects and highlights and experience for yourself why they still make people laugh for the past one hundred years. A truly unique presentation with a large memorabilia (including rare World War 2 newspapers), books, Laurel and Hardy music and autograph display to enhance your experience. For more information, please contact the Syosset Public Library at (516) 921-7161

In 1921, illegal liquor, wild parties, sex, adultery and drugs, all funded by outrageous salaries, were the norm in Hollywood. This made many people in middle America very angry and anxious to end this “den of inequity” as many ordinary folks were emulating the behavior of the stars. The opportunity arose to clean up Hollywood when an event happened at a Labor Day party in San Francisco. Silent film star Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle was the second most popular personality in Hollywood, just behind Charlie Chaplin. When Virginia Rappe became sick at the party and died a few days later, San Francisco District Attorney Matthew Brady saw his opportunity to make this large, jolly comedian into a scapegoat and clean up Hollywood once and for all! It became three real life manslaughter trials with enough twists and turns, along with many devious side plots, to give Lt. Columbo fits! In this presentation, you will learn of Roscoe’s “dirt poor” childhood, his rise to fame, some of the practical jokes he played with good friend Buster Keaton, the three trials that he experienced, his fall from popular grace, his bankruptcy and his very sad end just as his life and career were on the rise again. Roscoe became the first cancel culture victim in the Untied States! At the conclusion of the presentation, a silent short and a rare Arbuckle sound short will be screened. Period music, autographs, memorabilia. period newspapers and a book display are included.

Registration and a pre-paid fee of $34 is is required. To register for this course, please go to the Hutton House Lectures website at https://liu.edu/hutton and click on the yellow Register button. For more information, you may contact them by phone at 516-299-2236