Author R. Clifton Spargo imagines the couple's final goodbye as the famous pair cling to the memories and romance that long defined them. Books will be for sale and the event will conclude with a book signing.
Watch the number one international bestselling author at Lincoln Center in New York City, in his only public appearance, via a live stream at the library. Brown will speak about his new novel, Inferno, plus a range of topics including science, religion, codes, movie making, and more.
Highland Park Poetry's Jennifer Dotson will discuss her new book of poems, Clever Gretel. Books will be for sale and the event will conclude with a book signing.
Michael Harvey, one of Chicago's best-known crime writers, discusses his new thriller that takes place on Northwestern's campus and the gritty corners of Chicago. Books will be for sale and the event will conclude with a book signing.
This internet workshop is for business owners looking to venture out into the web for the first time or who want a more effective presence. Key concepts and concerns faced by business owners are addressed. The importance of social media will be discussed.
Sign up for a one hour one-on-one mentoring session with a SCORE Chicago counselor for help on a variety of business issues. Register at www.scorechicago.org.
Thursdays, May 9 & 23, 5 – 8 p.m.
DOLLARS AND SENSE
FINANCIAL AID PROCESS: PAYING FOR COLLEGE
Ivonne Rodiguez of the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) will discuss the costs of attending college, types and sources of financial aid, and how to apply for financial aid. The ISAC is the college access and financial aid agency in the state of Illinois that administers scholarship, grant, prepaid tuition, and student loan repayment/forgiveness programs.
Members of Northlight Theatre company discuss the development of this world premiere play by Bruce Graham that stars Rhea Perlman and Francis Guinan, and present selected scenes about a night at Lou's bar when two kindred spirits seek solace as they navigate changing times and relationships past. An exploration of friendship, forgiveness, and the longing for companionship that grows with the passage of time.
Attendees will have a chance to win tickets to the play.
Film instructor Dick Adler discusses the film with Academy Award-nominated Joaquin Phoenix who stars as a World War II veteran working for a leader developing his own religion.
Film Discussion: Wednesday, May 22, 7 p.m.
Film Showing: Monday, May 20, 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Highland Park Public Library. Send me a reminder email.
Noted book discussion leader Judy Levin leads a discussion about Pulitzer-winner Junot Diaz's collection of linked stories about love, betrayal, and other constants of adult romantic relationships.
RISE AND SHINE HUMANITIES SERIES:
SAMMY DAVIS JR.: ONE EXTRAORDINARY ENTERTAINER
Musical biographer Susan Benjamin focuses on Sammy Davis Jr.'s talent as singer, dancer, actor, musician and comedian, along with his personal triumph and tragedy.
For all students entering 6th, 7th, 8th or 9th grades.
Help out in the Youth Services Department. Shelve books, do odd jobs, assist with summer reading and gain work experience. Volunteers can work one hour per day.
Session I: Monday, June 3 - Saturday, June 29.
Orientation: Thursday, May 30, 7:00 p.m. or Saturday, June 1, 10:30 a.m.
Session II: Monday, July 1 - Saturday, July 27.
Orientation: Thursday, June 27, 7:00 p.m. or Saturday, June 29, 10:30 a.m.
Register in the Youth Services Department or by calling 847-681-7030.*
MISS DEENA'S SUMMER STORYTIME SESSIONS
Summer storytime sessions, with activities designed to foster pre-reading skills for newborns to six-year-olds, begin in June and July.
Registration begins Tuesday, May 28.
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