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Mount Prospect Historical Society: Book Club

Mount Prospect Historical Society

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The MPHS Book Club delves into historical works and meets on designated dates at 7:00 pm in Central School (103 S. Maple St.). Free to attend, donations always welcome!

Events in this collection

Historical Society Book Club: Lafayette in the Somewhat United States
Thu, Mar 12, 7:00 PM
Free
Historical Society Book Club: Washington's Spies
Thu, May 7, 7:00 PM
Free

Historical Society Book Club: Founding Mothers
Thu, Jan 8, 7:00 PM
Free
James - MPHS Book Club
Thu, Nov 13, 7:00 PM
Free
The Great Gatsby - 100 Years Later - MPHS Book Club
Thu, Sep 11, 7:00 PM
Free
Money: The True Story of a Made-up Thing - MPHS Book Club
Thu, Jul 17, 7:00 PM
Free
Mike Royko: Choose Your Own Adventure
Thu, May 8, 7:00 PM
Free
Book Club - County: Life, Death, and Politics at Chicago's Public Hospital
Thu, Mar 13, 7:00 PM
Free

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Mount Prospect Historical Society

Organizer of Mount Prospect Historical Society: Book Club

The Mount Prospect Historical Society has advanced the discovery, preservation, and dissemination of historical and current information related to Mount Prospect, IL since 1967.

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Join us for an educational Afternoon Tea...with a guest historical figure! Past visitors include Lucille Ball, Julia Child, and Sacagawea.

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MPHS Volunteers Martha Nelson and Nancy Corry teach crafts from around the world! Join us at 7pm, the second Wednesday of each Month at Central School - 103 S Maple St., Mount Prospect, IL. No experience necessary; beginners welcome and encouraged!

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