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We’ve planned an exciting line up of special programs related to our One Book selection, Manhunt. All programs are free and will take place at the Library.
Lincoln-Douglas Debates ExhibitThis traveling exhibit, provided by The Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition on behalf of the Lincoln-Douglas Debate Communities, dramatically and colorfully illustrates all aspects of the debates. See page 12 for more details.
June 10 – July 10, 1st floor
Join us as we celebrate all things Lincoln during our One Book, One Reading Community kick-off event. Weather permitting, all activities will take place outside. Festivities will be moved indoors, if there is inclement weather. Fun for the whole family. All ages are invited to attend. Sponsored by the Friends
of Ela Library, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
June 13, Saturday 11am-3pm(NR)
Before she rose to international celebrity with the publication of Little Women, Louisa May Alcott published Hospital Sketches, an engaging portrait of her work as a nurse for wounded soldiers during the winter of 1862-63. Actress Leslie Goddard portrays Alcott and gives striking insight into the women who transformed the all-male profession of nursing during the Civil War.
June 13, Saturday 11am
Nationally-acclaimed folk singer and songwriter Chris Vallillo performs his one man show on history’s most beloved figure. Hear historic narratives, contemporary folk music and period folksongs. All ages are invited to attend.
June 13, Saturday 12:30pm
Actors Michael Krebs and Larry Diemer portray Lincoln and Stephen Douglas and reenact portions of this dramatic fifth debate, which took place October 7, 1858.
June 13, Saturday 2:00pm
Chicagoan David Clark traces the major events of Lincoln’s life from his arrival in Illinois in 1830 until he left for Washington as President-elect in 1861. Through slides and music, we’ll learn about Lincoln and take a virtual tour along Route 66, the 8th Judicial Circuit, the Great River Road and the Lincoln Highway in search of sites related to his life. Sponsored by the Friends of Ela Library, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
June 17, Wednesday 7-8:30pm (R)
Musicians Loose Change and Friends will entertain with music and songs from Lincoln’s era, the Westward Expansion and the Civil War. This “different kind of string band” will perform rhythms on the guitar, banjo, autoharp, fiddle and more. Also, hear historic notes of Lincoln’s life and times. Sponsored by the Friends of Ela Library, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
June 20, Saturday 1-2pm (R)
Art historian Jeff Mishur presents this slide lecture examining a variety of depictions of our 16th President. See images of Lincoln and discover how they changed during the course of his political career. Sponsored by the Friends of Ela Library, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
June 24, Wednesday 7-8pm (R)
Abraham Lincoln was the first American president to recognize the publicity value of photography, and he successfully used the media to help secure his election. Mark Pohlad, an associate professor of art history at DePaul University, will trace images of Lincoln and his circle while describing the nature and challenges of photography in the mid-19th century.
July 14, Tuesday 7-8pm (R)
Dr. Clarice Boswell, author of Lizzie’s Story: A Slave Family’s Journey to Freedom, will share the journey of her own family. Dr. Boswell illuminates the history and stories of quilts in the Underground Railroad as taught to her by her own grandmother, a former slave. Several quilts will be on hand for display. Her books will be available for purchase and signing.
July 21, Tuesday 2-3pm (R)