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Your City @ Home: DuSable Museum of African American History

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2021-04-10 13:00:00 2021-04-10 14:00:00 America/Chicago Your City @ Home: DuSable Museum of African American History Join the discussion to learn about the history of Black people flying, literally and figuratively, well above their circumstances along with Chicago’s role in this rich legacy. Register for link. Virtual -

Saturday, April 10
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2021-04-10 13:00:00 2021-04-10 14:00:00 America/Chicago Your City @ Home: DuSable Museum of African American History Join the discussion to learn about the history of Black people flying, literally and figuratively, well above their circumstances along with Chicago’s role in this rich legacy. Register for link. Virtual -

Join the discussion to learn about the history of Black people flying, literally and figuratively, well above their circumstances along with Chicago’s role in this rich legacy. Register for link.

“The People Could Fly” is a very relevant and layered statement used by and about people of African descent in America.

This event is part of “Your City @ Home”: a series of virtual field trips meant to give you the chance to explore all the Chicagoland area has to offer! This series is sponsored by multiple Illinois public libraries. 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures |

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Phone: 847-742-2411
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Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit
Mon, Dec 29, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Dinosaur Explorer journeys through the wildest, wackiest, and most wonderous dinosaurs and examines human physiology through the lens of these magnificent creatures.  Produced by Imagine.
Great Big Bubble Show - Comedy Interactive Bubble Stage Show
Mon, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for a super funny comedy indoor Bubble Stage Show with some of the coolest & biggest bubble tricks kids have ever seen!
BBC Micro:bits Series for Grades: 5 & 6 - South Elgin Branch
Mon, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Learn the concepts behind computer programming with the BBC Micro: Bit, a pocket-sized computer with an LED light display, buttons, and sensors. This is a 2-day series. Grades 5 & 6
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Dinosaur Explorer Exhibit
Tue, Dec 30, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Dinosaur Explorer journeys through the wildest, wackiest, and most wonderous dinosaurs and examines human physiology through the lens of these magnificent creatures.  Produced by Imagine.
Happy Noon Year Party - Best for ages 2-6
Tue, Dec 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Can't stay up until midnight? Ring in the New Year early with stories, songs, and activities! Don your fancy outfits if you'd like! Best for ages 2-6. Please register each child individually.
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BBC Micro:bits Series for Grades: 5 & 6 - South Elgin Branch
Tue, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Learn the concepts behind computer programming with the BBC Micro: Bit, a pocket-sized computer with an LED light display, buttons, and sensors. This is a 2-day series. Grades 5 & 6
Registration is now closed
Jurassic Park - Film Screening
Tue, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 4:15pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Feel the thrill, the wonder, and the roar of the original Jurassic Park at this special movie screening and visit our amazing interactive dinosaur exhibit. Please Register
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