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30 Books in 30 Minutes
2026-12-09 18:30:00 2026-12-09 19:15:00 America/Chicago 30 Books in 30 Minutes Highland Park Public Library - Brenner Room

Wednesday, December 09
6:30pm - 7:15pm

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We're announcing our favorite books of the year - 30 of them to be exact!

We’re announcing our favorite books of the year – 30 of them to be exact! Library staff will share 30 of their favorite titles of 2026 in 30 minutes. Pick up ideas for what to read next and enjoy our hot chocolate bar.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Authors |

TAGS: | book discussion |

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