Iphoto freezes

iMac
OS 10.6.8
iPhoto 8.1
Open iPhoto library select 'Preferences' click on any preference icon -> spinning beach ball.
I have deleted iPhoto pref files - no change; started in 'Safe Mode' - no change.
Re-installed iPhoto - change.
Any suggestions????
Thanks

Hi
I had the same problem and I just talked to iPhoto specialist at Apple support.
The problem was solved by signing out from MobileMe.
Click the apple mark in the left top of your screen and select Systme preference - MobileMe - Account.
If it says "Signed into MObileMe", click "Sign Out".
Reopeining iPhoto should fix the problem.
According to the specialist, iPhoto keep trying to connect to MobileMe which is not in service anymore.
I hope this will fix yours too!

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