Name: Music of African American Composers
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Music of African American Composers

2025-11-09 13:00:00 2025-11-09 14:00:00 America/Chicago Music of African American Composers Cherry and Jerry return to present a look at James Bland, Ernest Hogan, Joplin, Handy and other African American Composers. Ragtime, blues, jazz and Broadway will be showcased all in one show. R Main Library - Lake Cook Room

Sunday, November 09
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-09 13:00:00 2025-11-09 14:00:00 America/Chicago Music of African American Composers Cherry and Jerry return to present a look at James Bland, Ernest Hogan, Joplin, Handy and other African American Composers. Ragtime, blues, jazz and Broadway will be showcased all in one show. R Main Library - Lake Cook Room

Main Library

Lake Cook Room

Cherry and Jerry return to present a look at James Bland, Ernest Hogan, Joplin, Handy and other African American Composers. Ragtime, blues, jazz and Broadway will be showcased all in one show. R

R = Registration required.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult |

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One Book, One Community Open House

Sun, Dec 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Lobby

Kick off this year's One Book, One Community by receiving your copy of "Hello Beautiful" by Ann Napolitano, register for programs and enjoy delicious treats. NR

Resume Review & Career Coaching Appointments

Sun, Dec 07, 12:15pm - 1:15pm

Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

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One Book, One Community Tiny Art Show - Ages 10 and older

Sun, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Launch Pad

Pick up supplies between December 7-December 23. Pick up a kit in the Launch Pad and create your own mini portrait to display at the library in February. While supplies last. NR

Resume Review & Career Coaching Appointments

Sun, Dec 07, 1:15pm - 2:15pm

Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

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Resume Review & Career Coaching Appointments

Sun, Dec 07, 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

This event is full

K9 Reading Buddies - Grades 1-5

Mon, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Youth Activity Room

Read a story to a licensed therapy dog in the library. Siblings and caregivers are asked to wait outside the reading room during the program. A signed waiver is required to participate. R

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Winter Book Exchange

Mon, Dec 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Lake Cook Room

Celebrate the joy of giving and reading. Bring up to 5 gently used books that you truly enjoyed. Chat with others about your favorites and trade them for "new-to-you" reads. R

Noisy Time - Ages 2-5 with a caregiver

Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Youth Activity Room

Explore the world around us with stories, rhymes and lots of music and movement. TR

Rise & Read Morning Book Discussion - Happiness Falls by Angie Kim

Tue, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lake Room

Registration and book pickup begins November 11. When a father goes missing, his family's desperate search leads them to question everything they know about him and one another. R

Noisy Time - Ages 2-5 with a caregiver

Tue, Dec 09, 10:45am - 11:15am

Youth Activity Room

Explore the world around us with stories, rhymes and lots of music and movement. TR

Paper Craft Happy Hour - Ages 12 and older

Tue, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Launch Pad

Chat with fellow creatives, get inspired, or discover a new paper craft tool during this self-guided crafting session. Limited supplies available. R

This event is full

Coloring Club - Ages 14 and older

Tue, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Cook Room

Come color with us. We'll share tips, tricks and refreshments. Bring your own supplies or use provided markers, pencils and coloring pages. R

Resume Review & Career Coaching Appointments

Tue, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

Dungeons & Dragons - Grades 6-12

Tue, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Youth Activity Room

If you’re an expert or just starting out, join us for some D&D. Bring your own character sheet or pick up a pre-made one at the door. R

Resume Review & Career Coaching Appointments

Tue, Dec 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Conference Room I

Kickstart your career with a one-hour resume review with a career specialist. Resume Review and Career Coaching Services start with the foundation of resume writing. R

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Tue, Dec 02	9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 03	9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 04	9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 05	9:00AM to 9:00PM
Sat, Dec 06	9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 07	12:00PM to 5:00PM

Music of African American Composers

Sunday, November 091:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library

Main Library

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Sunday, November 09
1:00pm - 2:00pm