June 28: CLC sociology professors celebrate the life of Leonard Nimoy

In honor of Leonard Nimoy's passing in 2015, College of Lake County sociology professors John and Maria Jose Tenuto will give a free presentation from 7-8:30 p.m. on June 28 at the Vernon Area Public Library,300 Olde Half Day Rd. in Lincolnshire.

The son of Russian-Jewish immigrants, actor and director Nimoy lived an amazing life that took him from a childhood in Boston's West End during the Great Depression to becoming a true international and multi-generational icon.

Using rare images and videos the Tenutos have been given permission to show documents from their research, this engaging presentation will show why Nimoy was so beloved and will highlight his many contributions. Learn about Nimoy's early years in Boston and his acting and directing career, including his many television and film roles and the effect of his iconic Star Trek role as Spock. The Tenutos will discuss Nimoy's commitment to helping preserve the Yiddish language and his work in directing, photography, poetry and philanthropy.

The event is free; however, registration is requested. To register, visit http://www.vapld.info and click on events. Or call (224) 543-1485, or stop in person at any public service desk in the library.