August 25th, 7:00 p.m.
(Virtual)

World War I and the Pandemic of 1918 had just ended, the stock market was booming, and the nation was ready to celebrate. Yet conservative politics took the lead, and prohibition was voted into law. Paradoxically, speakeasies and illegal liquor were all the rage. Join historian Barry Bradford to learn about this pivotal year and the decade following, which turned the course of our nation in a multitude of ways. 

In partnership with the Wauconda Township Historical Society
Registration required
ADULT LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Maid by Stephanie Land
August 23rd, 7:00 p.m.
(Virtual)

Join us as we discuss Maid by Stephanie Land.
Books are available at the Adult Help Desk. 
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Farmers' Market
August 26th

Visit us at the Wauconda Farmer's Market
READING RECOMMENDATIONS
by Sara Paretsky

Submitted by Kathryn S.
If you enjoyed The Kinsey Millhone Alphabet Series and haven’t read the V.I. Warshawski mysteries, they are worth reading.
Both are primarily set in Chicago, and it’s nice to be able to picture the neighborhoods that are featured. I loved that my favorite childhood athlete is mentioned in Bitter Medicine – even though it wasn’t necessarily in a positive light.
by Melanie Potock, MA, CCC-SLP

Submitted by Katie S.
As an adult that has a hard time eating all of her vegetables, I found this book full of ideas that I even want to try! The recipes range from simple to complex, each with instructions that include how children can help. I personally can’t wait to try the Broccoli Tots! 
by Jacqueline Woodson

Submitted by Kelly K.
I loved Brown Girl Dreaming so much by Jacqueline Woodson that I was excited to read her latest book for middle grades titled, Before the Ever After. This is a beautifully book, written in verse, about ZJ whose father is an NFL tight end suffering from chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). What a tragic, poignant, and meaningful story is. The dad’s love of football and his family are lost due to his injuries, which leaves his son (and wife) suffering in an effort to be resilient with the help of friends and community.
by Land Wilson

Submitted by Kim S.
This book is perfect for teaching how important it is to take care of our planet. It is a wonderful read-aloud, with poetic verses and beautiful illustrations. It tells the story of Sofia, who befriends the moon. One night, she is whisked away up to the moon, and she is given the opportunity to see what the moon sees… a very sad Earth that needs love.
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