Arts & Culture
In-person library programs and meeting room bookings remain suspended through November 30. 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.
Find additional programs related to Glenview Reads Together.
Go Figure: Navigating the 2020 Presidential Campaign Trail
Thursday, October 1, 7-8:30 PM • Via Zoom
In today’s polarized political climate, even savvy news consumers need help separating fact from fiction. Journalist Matt Baron explains how to grow your “numbers sense,” detect data deception, and prepare for the upcoming election.
The Beatles Break-Up: The Year the Music Died
Wednesday, October 14, 7-8 PM • Via Zoom
It’s been 50 years since The Beatles called it quits. Using performance and interview clips, music historian Gary Wenstrup explores the reasons for the break up, and what, if anything, could have been done to keep the band intact.
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.
October 15: Tosca by Puccini
October 22: Attila by Verdi
Dark History of Nursery Rhymes
Tuesday, October 20, 7-8 PM • Via Zoom
Almost as soon as we learn to speak, we learn our first nursery rhymes. John Gowing presents the grim beginnings of these simple little verses. Not suitable for children.
Building Bridges Across the Racial Divide
Monday, October 26, 7-8:30 PM • Via Zoom
Join Larry and Sandy Feldman, Van Gilmer, and Bruce Bondy as they discuss building outreach programs and establishing authentic relationships between different racial groups. Presented in partnership with Racial Awareness in the North Shore (RAIN).
Faith & Magic: Three Chinese Folk Tales
Tuesday, October 27, 7-8 PM • Via Zoom
Like Grimm’s fairy tales, Chinese folk tales have helped audiences outsmart foes and tame inner struggles. Join Yvonne Wolf as she retells three Chinese folk tales and the thinking behind them.
Unsolved Hollywood Murders
Tuesday, November 10, 7-8 PM • Via Zoom
Fame couldn’t save these celebrities…or find their killers. Author Susan Gibberman discusses the cases of William Desmond Taylor, George Reeves, and Natalie Wood.
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