Arts & Culture
In-person library programs and meeting room bookings remain suspended until further notice.
Programs via Zoom: A link and password to the Zoom meeting will be emailed after registration. New to Zoom? It’s easy. Learn how to use this service here.
Opera Lecture Series
Thursdays, 7-8:30 PM • Via Zoom
Tales of intrigue, love, and death from the current Lyric Opera of Chicago season. Moderated by Opera Lovers Lecture Corps.
March 18: The Rake’s Progress by Igor Stravinsky
Simon & Garfunkel: Sound & Then Silence
Thursday, April 8, 7-8 PM • Via Zoom
Often considered the thinking person’s rock ‘n’ rollers, Simon & Garfunkel were one of the most successful musical acts of the 1960s. Join music historian Gary Wenstrup as he traces the arc of their career from their surprise teenybopper hit “Hey Schoolgirl” through the majesty of “Bridge Over Troubled Water.”
Virtual (Live) Author Event: An Evening with Matt Haig
Wednesday, April 21, 6-7 PM • Via Zoom
Join us as we welcome internationally bestselling author of The Midnight Library, Matt Haig. Presented in partnership with Lincolnwood, Skokie, Niles-Maine, and Morton Grove public libraries. Registration begins March 1.
Sound Opinions presents: The 10 Most Important Artists in Chicago Music History
Tuesday, May 11, 7-8 PM • Via Zoom
Join rock critics Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot, hosts of the world’s only rock ‘n’ roll talk show, for a live, online event celebrating Chicago music. They’ll trace the city’s rich musical history via the 10 artists they feel contribute the most enduring and influential sounds over the past half-century. Genres include Gospel, Blues, Rock, R&B, and more! Registration begins April 1.
All that Jazz with Petra van Nuis & Andy Brown
Monday, May 17, 7-8 PM • Via YouTube
Rejuvenate your soul with an uplifting virtual concert of inspirational songs from the Great American Songbook. An unlisted YouTube link to view the concert will be emailed upon registration.
Mike Weiss & P.M. Tummula Duo
Wednesday, May 19, 7-8 PM • Via Zoom
Experience three pieces for percussion, harmonium, synthesizers, electronics, homemade instruments, and found sound samples with Mike Weiss and P.M. Tummula as they collaborate for the first time as a duo.
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