Friends of the Library Programs
SPECIAL FRIENDS PROGRAMS
Program information, prices, and reservation flyers are available in the Library Lobby, and the Used Book Store. Please note: reservations MUST be made in writing on the flyers provided, with payment included. Reservations should be either mailed to the Friends’ Library address or delivered in person to volunteers at the Used Book Store Desk. Still have a question? Call 847-998-1514, leave a voicemail, clearly leaving your name (spell) and telephone number (repeat each to ensure clarity), add your question, and your call will be returned.
Ten People from Illinois Who Changed History (…Besides Abraham Lincoln)
Wednesday, May 15, Luncheon: Noon, Program: 1:15 PM • Community Room
Join Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., for this illustrated lecture commemorating ten intriguing people from Illinois, including heads of state, newsmakers, inventors and others.
Genetics: Latest Advances in Genetics Research & Testing including Hereditary Health Issues & Genomics
Thursday, June 6, 7 PM • Community Room
Our speaker, Sean Scott, Chief Business Officer of QIAGEN, will provide an overview of rapidly changing genetics developments and share an approach that will help families reduce health risks associated with heredity, cancer, and other leading causes of death within the U.S. Light refreshments will be served.
Who Will She Be This Time?
Thursday, September 12, 9-11:30 AM
Skokie Country Club, 500 Washington Avenue, Glencoe
Breakfast and the ever-popular, magical Barbara Rinella with a new and exciting book dramatization.
Union League Club Exclusive Art Tour and Luncheon
Thursday, October 10 • Motor Coach Departs Glenview Community Church at 9:30 AM, Returns at 4 PM
A day in Chicago via deluxe motor coach viewing the art collection of the Union League Club (more than 700 works) followed by a special luncheon at this well-known private club.
Winston Churchill: A Life Well-Lived
Tuesday, November 5, 2019, 7 PM • Community Room
Our speaker, Daniel Myers, is Chief Financial Officer of The Churchill Centre in Chicago, Illinois. His stories are a magnificent showing of Churchill and his many published exploits that illuminate, entertain, and possibly amuse any audience. Light refreshments will be served.
