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the globe during World War II, as the Allies struggled to save the world for democracy. Join fellow residents and come see the exhibit 'So Ready for Laughter: The Legacy of Bob Hope' to learn about his unique contributions to the American War Effort. The exhibit, on loan from the National WWII Museum, will be on display in the south gallery through December 7. Sign up with the Concierge by Monday, November 3. This outing is for Park Place residents; there are 13 spots available. Park Place Book Discussion Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear By Elizabeth Gilbert Saturday, November 8 3:00 p.m., Providence Dining Room Readers of all ages and walks of life have drawn inspiration and empowerment from Elizabeth Gilbert’s books for years. Now this beloved author digs deep into her own generative process to share her wisdom and unique perspective about creativity. With profound empathy and radiant generosity, she offers potent insights into the mysterious nature of inspiration. She asks us to embrace our curiosity and let go of needless suffering. She shows us how to tackle what we most love, and how to face down what we most fear. She discusses the attitudes, approaches, and habits we need to live our most creative lives.
Class with Gail Tuesday, November 4 1:30 p.m., Creation Studio
Join fellow residents for an afternoon watercolor class. Signups for this class began on October 14. The class can accommodate 12. Sign up with the Concierge today; a few spots remain available. Of Tragedy and Triumph Piano Concert with Devin Starr
Thursday, November 6 11:00a.m., Living Room
From the sturm und drang of Beethoven to the beautiful Consolations of Liszt, Dr. Devin Starr presents an eclectic concert series based on some of the most emotionally captivating works written over the past 200 years. Deriving music from composers including Beethoven, Liszt, Chopin, Brahms, Debussy, and more contemporary figures, such as Lecuona and Kartsonakis, this program will include great classical hits from the Romantic and Modern eras. Containing harrowing tales of tragedy and triumph, the histories behind the works are fascinating and will be briefly discussed in hopes of giving greater understanding and appreciation to the listener.
Trip to Cantigny: The Legacy of Bob Hope Exhibit Friday, November 7 9:30 a.m., Main Entrance Bob Hope elicited laughs
Balancing soulful spirituality and cheerful pragmatism, Gilbert encourages us to
uncover the “strange jewels” hidden within each of us. Big Magic cracks open a world of wonder and joy. All are welcome to attend the Park Place Book Discussion.
across all media: through radio waves, on stage, and on the screen, in both television and film. But none of them mattered more than the humor he injected into American camps across
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