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Enjoy an evening with acclaimed individuals, brought to you in partnership with Illinois Libraries Present (ILP). These high-quality virtual discussions give patrons an opportunity to hear from professionals who are in high demand in their field, such as authors, chefs, musicians, and more.
ILP is a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
Events may be recorded and posted to our Virtual Programs page for a short time.
season 4 lineup
being imperfect with erika sánchez
wednesday, october 9, 7 p.m.
Join us for an inspiring live webinar with Erika L. Sánchez, celebrated novelist, poet, feminist, and passionate advocate for young women everywhere! Discover her journey, insights, and powerful voice. Don’t miss out on this empowering event!
Raise your voice with Jason renyolds
tuesday, october 22, 7 p.m.
Welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. Other awards include: Newbery Honor, Printz Honor, Carnegie Medal, NAACP Image Award, Coretta Scott King honors.
holiday tips & tricks with chef art smith
wednesday, november 20, 7 p.m.
Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season. A two-time James Beard Foundation award winner, Smith believes “The art of cooking, the act of feeding people, is the most engaging, most memorable way to connect with people.” Smith will be joined in conversation by Monica Eng, award-winning Chicago journalist and co-host of food podcast "Chewing" w/ Louisa Chu.
the magic of raina telgemeier
tuesday, december 10, 7 p.m.
Raina Telgemeier is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts, all #1 New York Times bestsellers. She also adapted and illustrated four graphic novel versions of Ann M. Martin’s Baby-Sitters Club series, and has contributed short stories to many anthologies.
experience little women: the musical (2022)
friday, december 20 - december 22
Questions?
Call 630-960-1200 ext. 4274 or email ATS@dglibrary.org