ADULTS Remembering the Romanovs: Nicholas, Alexandra, and the Legend of Anastasia 7PM | WEDNESDAY, JULY 18 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY
July 17 marks the 100th anniversary of the tragic murders of Russian Tsar Nicholas II and his family. Historian Jim Gibbons will discuss the critical impact this event had on World War I. He will also discuss the life of Anastasia and the legend of her survival. REGISTER
Cleopatra 6:30PM | MONDAY, JULY 23 | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY
She was the most famous female ruler in history. Her story is more amazing and incredible than any fictional story. Cleopatra “herself” will share her astounding story, audacious spirit and astonishing guile. Martina Mathisen is Cleopatra. REGISTER
The True Story of the Unsinkable Molly Brown: Heroine of the Titanic 6:30PM | TUESDAY, AUGUST 7 | ADULTS NORTHFIELD BRANCH LIBRARY
Hear the story of the life and times of the adventurous and daring “Unsinkable Molly Brown.” The “unsinkable” part is true, for after the sinking of The Titanic in April 1912, Margaret Brown (her real name) was interviewed and asked how she survived the sinking on the ship she responded, “Typical Brown luck. We’re unsinkable.” Discover her fighting spirit in helping other survivors who lost everything when the Titanic sunk. Historical photographs and newspapers will be shared. REGISTER
Bicentennial Celebration: Rails that Linked the Land of Lincoln 2PM | SATURDAY, AUGUST 18 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY
Author-historians and lecturers, Gerry and Janet Souter tell the story of the Illinois railroads— from leaky, steam-driven teakettles to high speed signature passenger trains hurtling from Chicago to Springfield. It’s a fun journey of winners and losers, of grit and gumption serving transportation and commerce, agriculture and industry. Villages became towns and towns became cities. REGISTER
FOOD & DRINK
One Book Two Villages Kick-Off: After Hours Event 6PM | FRIDAY, JUNE 8 | ADULTS 21+ WINNETKA LIBRARY
Join us for an after-hours event in the Library’s newly remodeled Lloyd Room. We will celebrate the kick-off of our One Book Two Villages programming with professional mixologist, Cheryl Rich Heisler. Cheryl will reveal how to create signature, book-themed cocktails and how to pair them with the perfect foods. The evening's cocktails will complement the themes of Manhattan Beach, Jennifer Egan’s World War II-era historical novel centered around the only female diver at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Must be 21 or older and provide ID. REGISTER
Growing Terrific Tomatoes 2PM | SATURDAY, JUNE 9 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY
Nothing compares to the sweetness and flavor of a fresh, home-grown tomato! Mark Lyons, an experienced garden consultant, will show you how to successfully grow this juicy, mouth-watering garden fruit in your own backyard or container garden. REGISTER
Home Cheesemaking 7PM | WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15 | ADULTS WINNETKA LIBRARY
Good cheese tastes even better when you make it yourself! This program reviews the techniques for making your own cheese. It will cover the science behind cheesemaking, along with ingredients, equipment and techniques for making soft, hard, Italian and other kinds of cheeses. It is primarily intended for new cheesemakers, but experienced cheesemakers may learn something new. REGISTER
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