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355: The Women of Washington's Spy Ring

Author Kit Sergeant
2026-10-20 18:30:00 2026-10-20 20:00:00 America/Chicago 355: The Women of Washington's Spy Ring Back by popular demand! Author Kit Sergeant returns to take on the fascinating, fearless women of 355, Washington's spy ring. Please register. Co-sponsored by the AAUW-Elgin Area. Main Library - Elgin Room

Tuesday, October 20
6:30pm - 8:00pm

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Back by popular demand! Author Kit Sergeant returns to take on the fascinating, fearless women of 355, Washington's spy ring. Please register. Co-sponsored by the AAUW-Elgin Area.

Back by popular demand! Author Kit Sergeant returns to Gail Borden Public Library to take on the fascinating, fearless women of 355, Washington's spy ring. Sergeant is the author of 9 historical novels, including the "Women Spies" series; her WWII novels were featured in her acclaimed March 2026 program. Please register. Co-sponsored by the AAUW-Elgin Area.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History | Adult Programs |

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