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SUMMARY:Talking Football with Kevin Warren
DESCRIPTION:Talking Football\nJoin Gorton Center for an unforgettable night with Chicago Bears President & CEO Kevin Warren. In a live conversation with acclaimed interviewer and author David Sweet\, Warren will share an inside look at Bears football\, NFL leadership\, and the future of the Chicago Bears organization. \nDiscover how the Bears are evolving on and off the field. Hear Warren discuss the changing landscape of the NFL\, the business of professional football\, and the role sports play in shaping culture\, community\, and leadership in Chicago and beyond. \nIn addition\, fans will get a behind-the-scenes look at the traditions\, passion\, and legacy that make Bears fans some of the most loyal in the NFL. From franchise vision to league-wide challenges and opportunities\, this special event offers rare access to one of the most influential leaders in professional sports. \nWhether you are a lifelong Chicago Bears fan\, a football enthusiast\, or interested in sports leadership and NFL culture\, Talking Football with Kevin Warren promises an engaging evening filled with compelling stories\, expert conversation\, and exclusive insider perspective. \nAbout Kevin Warren\n\n \nKevin Warren\, Chicago Bears President and CEO\, oversees both the football and business operations and is also focused on the stadium development project for the franchise. Warren is the fifth President in the 107-year history of the Chicago Bears and is in his 25th season in the NFL. \nWarren joined the Bears in 2023 after four years as Commissioner of the Big Ten Conference. He was the first Black commissioner of any Power Five conference. At the Big Ten\, Warren led the conference expansion to 16 schools with the integration of UCLA and USC while also negotiating an unprecedented media rights deal that will generate over $7 billion during the seven-year term of the deal. Warren also created the Big Ten Equality Coalition\, a nonpartisan group committed to combatting racism\, in additional to developing a mental health and wellness cabinet. \nPrior to leading the Big Ten Conference\, Warren spent 15 seasons with the Minnesota Vikings\, including the last five years as COO\, bringing U.S. Bank Stadium to life in 2016\, which is still rated as one of the best sports venues in the world. Warren earned a Super Bowl ring during the 1999 season with the then-St. Louis Rams\, while serving as Vice President of Player Programs & Football Legal Counsel. \nAdditionally\, Warren serves as a member of the board of directors of Grand Canyon Education\, a publicly-traded company (LOPE) and is a member of the university’s hall of fame for his contributions on the basketball court as an undergraduate student before attending Arizona State University (MBA) and Notre Dame Law School (JD). \nWarren has been married for 34 years and has two children. \nAbout David Sweet\n \nDavid Sweet is an accomplished author\, journalist and storyteller whose work brings history\, sports and defining moments vividly to life. Drawing on decades of experience as a writer\, reporter\, interviewer\, researcher and editor\, he has crafted compelling narratives across books\, magazines\, digital media and corporate communications. \nSweet is the author of two acclaimed nonfiction sports books: Three Seconds in Munich: The Controversial 1972 Olympic Basketball Final\, an in-depth look at one of the most disputed moments in Olympic history\, and Lamar Hunt: The Gentle Giant Who Revolutionized Professional Sports\, a portrait of the visionary owner whose influence reshaped modern athletics. \nHe launched weekly columns for The Wall Street Journal and NBCSports.com and has written extensively on sports\, business\, travel and culture for magazines and websites nationwide. He writes “The Sporting Life” and “Unsung Gems” for Classic Chicago magazine\, contributes regularly to Chicago District Golfer magazine and serves as executive editor of the City of Lake Forest blog. \nSweet has also produced and written books celebrating historic institutions and communities\, including Elawa Farm in Lake Forest\, a landmark restoration project designed by architect David Adler\, and a 125th-anniversary history of a Chicago-area golf club that helped shape the early days of American golf and hosted the U.S. Open. He is currently writing a commemorative book for the Winter Club’s 125th anniversary\, highlighting generations of hockey championships\, iconic toboggan runs and community traditions. \nIn addition\, Sweet has crafted brand histories and strategic storytelling projects for companies including Corona beer and ESD (now Stantec)\, while also developing newsletters\, blogs and communications materials that strengthen organizations and connect with audiences. A sought-after speaker and interviewer\, Sweet regularly presents at libraries\, organizations and community venues\, discussing his books and interviewing notable authors and media personalities\, and has acted as moderator for Gorton Center’s TALKING SPORTS series for several years..
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/talking-football-kevinwarren/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:The High School Transition with Gail Gamrath
DESCRIPTION:Help Your Teen Start High School with Confidence\nThe transition to high school is a major milestone for students and families. It can also bring stress and uncertainty. New social dynamics\, tougher coursework\, and greater independence often leave even confident students feeling overwhelmed. \nIn this informative presentation\, parents and caregivers will learn what the high school transition really requires. We’ll explore the academic\, social\, and emotional changes students face. Then we’ll share practical ways to support them. \nDrawing on expertise in adolescent development\, executive function\, and academic skills\, Gail offers clear\, realistic strategies. Parents will learn how to build confidence\, reduce anxiety\, and encourage independence. As a result\, students can start high school feeling prepared and supported. \n \n  \nAttendees will leave with: \n\n\nA clearer understanding of the emotional and academic challenges of the high school transition \n\n\nPractical tools to support organization\, studying and time management \n\n\nStrategies that reduce anxiety while encouraging independence \n\n\nConfidence in knowing when and how to seek help \n\n\nA roadmap for partnering with their student – and the school – during this exciting stage of growth \n\n\nAbout Gail Gamrath\, M.Ed.\nGail Gamrath is a professional speaker\, life coach and parent education consultant with more than 30 years of experience in public education\, including two decades leading student services at a large suburban Chicago high school. \nGail helps families to work together to support struggling students and foster healthy\, resilient teens. Known for her warmth\, humor\, and practical strategies\, she delivers presentations that inspire and equip audiences to take meaningful action at home and in the school community. \nA mom to three\, she brings empathy\, real-life perspective\, and a student-centered approach that helps families and learners feel confident and supported.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/the-high-school-transition-with-gail-gamrath/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Chip Leighton: Dad Can You Not?
DESCRIPTION:Dad Can You Not?\nGet ready for a night of comedy\, parenting stories\, and laugh-out-loud honesty with viral comedian and author Chip Leighton. \nOn Monday\, October 6\, Chip Leighton (@the_leighton_show) comes to Gorton Center to discuss his new book\, Dad\, Can You Not? A Dad’s Guide to Being Less Cringey. Known for his wildly popular parenting videos and relatable humor\, Chip has built a massive online following by turning everyday family moments into comedy gold. \nNow\, he brings that humor to the stage for a live event designed for parents\, grandparents\, caregivers\, and anyone raising kids in today’s world. \nDuring the evening\, Chip will share: \n\nFunny stories from parenting and family life\nInsights from Dad\, Can You Not?\nTips for surviving the “cringe dad” era\nBehind-the-scenes stories from social media\nA live audience Q&A\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter the discussion\, guests can purchase copies of Dad\, Can You Not? from The Book Stall. In addition\, Chip Leighton will stay for a book signing following the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you’ve ever embarrassed your kids at school drop-off\, struggled to understand teenage slang\, or told a joke that landed badly\, this event is for you. \nIn addition\, guests will enjoy a fun and interactive evening filled with humor\, connection\, and relatable parenting moments. \nWhy You Should Attend\nChip Leighton combines comedy with real-life parenting experiences. As a result\, audiences leave feeling entertained\, understood\, and less alone in the chaos of family life. \nFurthermore\, his new book offers a hilarious look at modern parenting while encouraging dads to embrace the awkward moments that come with raising kids. \nSpecial Things You Must Know\nDads\, enjoy an exclusive 20% off coupon to Smith’s Men’s Store in Lake Forest or Winnetka with proof of ticket. \n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/chip-leighton-dad-can-you-not/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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