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Date |
Sponsoring Organization/Business |
Description
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Ongoing Events |
Saturdays, May 16 - September 19
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. |
Downtown
Merchants Association |
Bluesmobile Cruise Nights
Saturdays, May thru September
Sponsored by the Downtown Merchants’ Association. Located in the
Metra West Lot at Northwest Highway and Route 83.
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June 14 - Oct. 25
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Mount Prospect Lions Club |
Farmers Market
Mount Prospect Lions Club Farmers’ Market will be held every
Sunday, June 14 - Oct. 25 from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the
Mount Prospect Train Depot West Commuter Parking Lot (corner
of Northwest Hwy. & Rte. 83). For a wonderful array of fruits,
vegetables, herbs, flowers and other goodies, stop by and check
it out!
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July |
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July 1 |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Red Cross Babysitting Clinic --
Sign up Starts Today
Sign up beginning July 1 for the August 12 Red Cross Babysitting
Clinic. Participant must be at least 11 years old prior to
August 12. This program requires a $15 nonrefundable
registration fee.
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July 1-5 |
Mount Prospect Lions Club |
Lions Village Fair and Taste of
Mount Prospect
Melas Park
FIREWORKS: July
1 & 4
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July 3 |
Blues Bar |
9:30p -1:00 Mike Dangeroux
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July 4 |
Blues Bar |
5:00p -8:30p Nigel Mack Acoustic
Show
9:30p -1:00 Li'l Giant Band
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Fridays, July 3, 10, 17
9:30 - 10:15 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
From Bibs to Books
For children birth through 23 months and their parents or
caregivers.
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Fridays, July 3, 10, 17
10:30 - 11 a.m.
Tuesdays July 7, 14 10:30 - 11 a.m. &
6:30 - 7 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Storytime
Take a break from the heat and pop in to the Library for one of
our storytimes. The Library invites children ages 6 and under
and their families to attend these 30-minute sessions that
feature stories and songs. An adult must accompany children
under the age of three. No registration required during the
summer; just join us at the appointed time!
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July 4
1:00 p.m. |
Special Events Commission |
4th of July Parade
The parade begins at Prospect Ave. and Emerson Street, continues
west on Prospect Ave. to Central Rd. and west on Central Rd. to
Melas Park.
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Mondays, July 6, 13
9:30 - 10:15 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Story Tots
For children 2-3 years old and their parents or caregivers.
These 45-minute storytimes are designed to promote parent/child
interaction.
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July 6
7:30 p.m. |
Mt.
Prospect Park District |
Mount Prospect Community Band
Concert
Veterans Memorial Bandshell, Lions Park
"A Summertime Serenade"
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July 6 - 10 |
Professional
Soccer Academy |
Youth Summer
Soccer Camp
“Lil” Pro Camp is our introduction to soccer. Kids
ages 3 through 5 learn the game of soccer through fun games and
instruction. Cost: $60
3 yr old – 9am to 9:50am
4 yr old – 10am to 10:50am
5 yr old – 11am to 11:50am
Pro Camp is for kids ages 6 through 12 looking for
a little more. Kids learn the fundamentals and techniques of
soccer through skill training, specialized drills and small
sided games.
The Pro Camp will be held from 9am to 12noon. Cost is $120.
The location of the Mt Prospect Camp is Kopp Park/Rec Plex.
Register at
www.professionalsocceracademy.com
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July 7,
7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Summer Salads With Whole Foods
Market
Ahhhhh, summer! Nothing tastes better on a warm weather day than
a nice refreshing salad. Mark your calendar to see the culinary
team from Whole Foods Market showcase ways to entertain without
turning on the oven. Recipes include a crunchy quinoa salad,
strawberry spinach salad, and greens with homemade raspberry
vinaigrette. Recipes and preparation tips will be provided.
There is a $2 nonrefundable fee due at registration, and space
is limited to 50. Please sign up at the Registration Desk.
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July 8
1 - 2:30 p.m. OR
July 8
3 - 4:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Jungle Safari Party
For children entering kindergarten through 2nd grade.
Join the expedition and hunt up a good time at the Jungle Safari
Party! Along the trail, we will discover stories, a craft, tasty
treats, and games with fun prizes. Space is limited to 24
explorers at each event, so sign up today! Registration is
required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call
847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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July 9
Music - 7:00 p.m.
Movie: Dusk |
Mt.
Prospect Park District |
Music and Movies in the Park
Soda
Tunes of Jimmy Buffett, Johnny Cash, Black-Eyed Peas,
and Jack Johnson take center stage tonight!
Curious George (G) • ANIMATED
Follow the adventures of the Man in the Yellow Hat
and his irascible chimp named George!
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July 10 |
Blues Bar |
9:30p -1:00 Person to Person
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July 11
11 a.m. - noon |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Super Saturday: Emerald City
Theatre Presents Doctor Dolittle
Come along and learn how to talk to the animals! Follow
9-year-old Tommy Stubbins as he meets everyone’s favorite animal
doctor, John Dolittle. This event is sponsored by the Friends of
the Library. Registration is required. To sign up, visit
www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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July 11 |
Blues Bar |
5:00p -8:30p Rodney Brown Duo
9:30p -1:00 Carlos Johnson and The Serious Blues Band
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July 13
7:30 p.m. |
Mt.
Prospect Park District |
Mount Prospect Community Band
Concert
Veterans Memorial Bandshell, Lions Park
"Swingin' and Singin' with the Big Bands"
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July 15
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
3rd Annual Sister Cities French
Festival
For children of all ages and their parents. Bring the whole
family for a festive celebration in honor of Mount Prospect’s
Sister City of Sèvres, France. The Library will provide stories,
songs, and a craft with a French flair. Language Stars of
Arlington Heights will return to help deliver the fun! Plus,
Capannari’s Ice Cream Shop will bring a special French-y flavor
for the occasion. (C’est magnifique!). The Mount Prospect Sister
Cities Commission hosts this program. Registration is required.
To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or
stop by the Library.
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July 16, 6 - 7 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Trees and Seeds: An
Intergenerational Book Discussion
James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl
Parents, grandparents, caregivers, and their children are
invited to a lively discussion of a book that makes a great
family read-aloud. Books are available at the Youth Services
desk. Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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July 16
Music - 7:00 p.m.
Movie: Dusk |
Mt.
Prospect Park District |
Music and Movies in the Park
7th Heaven
Enjoy this extremely high-energy live show featuring
music from Silver and Faces Time Replaces.
Journey to the Center of the
Earth (PG)
Join this group of explorers as they uncover a
fantastic and dangerous lost world.
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July 17 |
Blues Bar |
9:30p -1:00 Evolution
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July 18
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
July 19
noon - 4:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Friends Book Sale
Stock up on great books at bargain prices during the Friends of
the Library’s summer used book sale. Funds raised through the
sale will help the Friends support additional Library programs,
events, and services.
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July 18 |
Blues Bar |
5:00p -8:30p Rodney Brown Duo
9:30p -1:00 Joanne Graham & Bobby Slim James
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July 18 |
River
Trails Park District |
Luau Night at the
Mini-Golf Movies in the
Park
Viewers Choice
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July 20
7:30 p.m. |
Mt.
Prospect Park District |
Mount Prospect Community Band
Concert
Veterans Memorial Bandshell, Lions Park
"One Small Step for Man - One Giant Leap for Mankind"
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July 22,
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Red Cross Babysitting Clinic
Become a Red Cross-certified babysitter during this educational
session that covers basic childcare, emergency action, first
aid, and more. Registration begins June 1 and is limited to 10
Mount Prospect residents. Register in person at the Library’s
Registration Desk. This program requires a $15 nonrefundable
registration fee. Participants must be 11 years old by July 22,
2009.
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July 23
Music - 7:00 p.m.
Movie: Dusk |
Mt.
Prospect Park District |
Music and Movies in the Park
Heartache Tonight
This band captures the excitement of The Eagles
supergroup of the 70’s.
Open Season 2 (PG) • ANIMATED
Follow the misadventures of Boog and Elliot once
again!
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July 24 |
Blues Bar
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9:30p -1:00 The Eleventh Hour |
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July 24, 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
Create-a-Craft: Animal Art
For all ages. Let your imagination run wild! Drop by the Library
and take home a work of art. Children under age nine must be
accompanied by an adult. No registration is necessary.
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July 24,
6 - 6:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Storytime at River Trails Park
District
Looking for a fun way to beat the summer heat but can’t quite
make it to the Library? Try this for a change of scenery -- come
to a special storytime to be held at River Trails Park
District’s Clayground Art Studio, located at 550 Business Center
Drive. One of our Youth librarians will lead you through a half
hour of stories, songs, and merrymaking! This program is most
appropriate for 3-7-year-olds, but all are welcome. Children
must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required; just
meet us there!
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July 25,
9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Open Chess Tournament
For children and teens entering kindergarten through 12th grade.
Chess players of all ages and abilities are invited to compete
in one of three divisions for the title of MPPL Grand Champion.
Ilya Korzhenevich, 1993 Russian Junior Championship prizewinner
and candidate for U.S. Chess Master, will serve as Tournament
Director for our first Open Chess Tournament. Trophies will be
awarded. We’ll help keep your brain cells fueled by providing
lunch. Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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July 25
4:00 p.m. -
10:00 p.m.
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Village of Mount Prospect/ Mount
Prospect Chamber of Commerce |
Midsummer Downtown Block Party
Join your neighbors and friends for an afternoon and evening of
great food and entertainment. TONS of great FREE fun for kids
and great food from local restaurants.
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July 25 |
Blues Bar |
5:00p -8:30p Jasper Buchanan Duo
9:30p -1:00 Sir Walter Scott & The
World Band featuring Willie White
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July 27 |
Mt.
Prospect Park District |
Mount Prospect Community Band
Concert
Veterans Memorial Bandshell, Lions Park
"Do-It-Yourself" Sousa Concert
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July 28, 10 - 10:30 a.m.
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
Polskie Bajki
For all ages. The Library hosts a morning session of stories,
songs, and rhymes presented primarily in Polish for children of
all ages. An adult must accompany children under the age of
three. Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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July 29, 2 - 3 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
X-Games Medalist Matt Wilhelm
For children and teens age 9 and up. Come see the world’s
fastest spinner on a bike when Matt Wilhelm demonstrates some of
the BMX Flatland bike tricks that have won him three X-games
medals, two national titles, and $25,000. Matt travels the world
competing in contests and riding in demos in such faraway places
as Korea, Portugal, Brazil, the Czech Republic, Japan, Universal
Studios, and now Mount Prospect! Registration is required. To
sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop
by the Library.
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July 30
Music - 7:00 p.m.
Movie: Dusk |
Mt.
Prospect Park District |
Music and Movies in the Park
Members Only
Vintage 80’s costumes and a high-energy stage show
brings The Cars, Rick Springfield and A Flock of
Seagulls to life once more!
Igor (PG) • ANIMATED
This hunchbacked lab assistant dreams of becoming
a mad scientist and capturing the top prize at the
Evil Science Fair!
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July 31 |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Last Day for Read on the Wild
Side
Today is the last day to bring in your reading logs for
MPPL's Summer Reading Program. Stop by Youth Services or the
Fiction/AV/Teen Desk before 10 p.m. today!
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August |
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August 1 |
Blues Bar |
5:00p -8:30p Nigel Mack Acoustic
Show .
9:30p -1:00 The Tenry Johns Band w/ Claudette Miller
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August 2
6pm |
Capannaris |
Concert In The Park
Ken Dix & The Soda Jerks 6pm Caps
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August 4,
7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Destination Denmark
Enjoy the magnificent vistas of this ancient seafaring
nation whose hills and valleys have been shaped by the forces of
Ice Age glaciers. Learn about Danish Modern design, amber, and
why Danish pastries are not entirely Danish. You won’t want to
miss this virtual tour of one of the smallest countries in
Europe. Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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August 4
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 a.m. |
River
Trails Park District |
National Night Out
Woodland Trails Park
Dodge Ball Tournament
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August 5, 1 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Food for Thought Book Discussion
The Pale Blue Eye by Louis Bayard
When a murder occurs on the grounds of West Point, retired NYPD
detective Gus Landor is enlisted to solve the case, recruiting
the assistance of an eccentric young cadet, named Edgar Allan
Poe, to help him find the culprit. Books are available 30 days
prior to each discussion at the Fiction/AV/Teen Desk. No
registration required.
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August 7 |
Blues Bar |
9:30p -1:00 DeJaVu
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August 8 |
Blues Bar |
9:30p -1:00 Joanna Connor Band
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August 9, 2 - 4 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Chess for All Ages
Come to the Library for a special afternoon of open play
chess. You supply the skills; we’ll supply the chessboards.
While some knowledge of the game is required, all ages and skill
levels are invited. Refreshments will be served. Children under
age 9 must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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August 11,
7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Creative Cards: A Crafting Class
Join the talented and artistic staff of Craft Fancy in Arlington
Heights for an evening of handcrafted cardmaking during which
you will create 3 different cards using stamps, ribbons,
punches, and rub-ons. This program is for anyone over 16 years
old who currently enjoys cardmaking or the novice who would like
to get started making cards. Please bring a pair of scissors and
a glue stick; all other materials, supplies, and envelopes are
included in the $10 class fee. The nonrefundable $10 class fee
applies to each participant, and space is limited to 25. Please
stop by the Library to register (no online registration).
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August 11
Dusk |
Capannaris |
Movie Night
Tale of Despereaux
Rock, Paper, Scissors Dusk
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August 12,
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Red Cross Babysitting Clinic
Become a Red Cross-certified babysitter during this educational
session that covers basic childcare, emergency action, first
aid, and more. Registration begins July 1 and is limited to 10
Mount Prospect residents. Register in person at the Library’s
Registration Desk. This program requires a $15 nonrefundable
registration fee. Participants must be 11 years old by August
12.
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August 14 |
Blues Bar |
9:30p -1:00 HiFi Superstar
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August 15,
11 - 11:45 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Super Saturday: Music for
Wiggleworms With Shana and Karen
Clap, clap, clap your hands and stomp, stomp, stomp your
feet with Shana Harvey and Karen Banks-Lubicz as they sing their
own Wiggleworm renditions of classic and original children’s
songs. These gifted and talented teachers from Chicago’s own Old
Town School of Folk Music will have you singing, dancing, and
playing instruments to their jazzy tunes. You are never too
young (or too old) to learn to express yourself musically.
Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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August 15,
11 - 11:30 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Storytime at River Trails Park
District
Come to a special storytime to be held at River Trails Park
District’s Clayground Art Studio, located at 550 Business Center
Drive. One of our Youth librarians will lead you through a half
hour of stories, songs, and merrymaking! This program is most
appropriate for 3-7-year-olds, but all are welcome. Children
must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required; just
meet us there!
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August 15,
1 - 3 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Rock Band® Video Game Tournament
at River Trails Park District
For students and teens in grades 6 – 12. Quick, before school
starts, live out your rock and roll fantasy during our Rock Band
Video Game Tournament! Pick your most talented friends to form
your own virtual band and meet us at River Trails Park
District’s Clayground Art Studio, located at 550 Business Center
Drive, for the ultimate battle of virtual bands. Registration is
required and is being handled by the Library. To sign up, visit
www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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August 15
9pm |
River
Trails Park District |
Movies in the Park
Viewers Choice
Woodland Trails Park
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August 16
6:00 p.m. |
Capannaris |
Concert In The Park
Henhouse Prowlers 6pm Caps
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August 17 -
September 3 |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Fall I Storytime Lottery
Parents can register their children – birth through age 6 – for
the Library’s fall storytime programs. This session, with a
variety of times and age groups, will run September 14 – October
23. Due to the popularity of these storytimes, registration is
determined by lottery and is reserved for Mount Prospect
cardholders. To participate in the lottery, please sign up in
person at the Youth Services desk.
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August 18, 7:30 p.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
The Music of the Veena, India’s
Lute
To mark the 62nd anniversary of India’s independence we are
bringing you the sweet, melodious sounds of the veena, as
performed by renowned musician Dr. Jaishree Prasad. Dr. Prasad
has been performing on this demanding instrument for over two
decades. Join us for this musical presentation and learn more
about the ancient origins of the veena, the plucked string
instrument known as the queen of musical instruments.
Registration is required. To sign up, visit www.mppl.org/events,
call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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August 19, 10 a.m. |
Mount Prospect Public Library |
Coffee, Books, & More Book
Discussion
Charlie Wilson's War: The Extraordinary Story of the Largest
Covert Operation in History by George Crile
An astonishing chapter of our recent past, this is the true
story of how a Texas Congressman and a rogue CIA agent conspired
to launch the biggest, meanest, and most successful CIA campaign
ever — the operation to fund the mujahideen in their fight
against the Soviet army that had invaded Afghanistan. Books are
available 30 days prior to each discussion at the
Fiction/AV/Teen Desk. No registration required.
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August 22 |
Blues Bar |
5:00p -8:30p Tom Holland Duo
9:30p -1:00 Melvin Taylor
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August 27, 7:30 p.m.
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Mount Prospect Public Library |
Ten Secrets to Getting Your Book
Published
Bestselling author Bret Nicholaus and experienced literary agent
Joe Durepos will provide an insider’s glimpse into the
publishing world. Authors and would-be authors will learn what
it takes to get a book published in today’s competitive
environment. Nicholaus and Durepos will reveal 10 essential
publishing rules and “secrets” as they explain how advances and
royalties work, what to be wary of when working with publishers
and literary agents, and the top tips every author must know to
successfully market a book. You won’t want to miss this highly
insightful and honest perspective on how the publishing world
really works. Registration is required. To sign up, visit
www.mppl.org/events, call 847/253-5675, or stop by the Library.
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August 28 |
Blues Bar |
9:30p -1:00 Heartache Tonight
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August 29 |
Blues Bar |
5:00p -8:30p Tom Holland Duo
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September |
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September 7 |
River
Trails Park District |
Labor Day Picnic in the Park
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September 12 |
Special Events Commission |
Family Bike Ride
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September 12
3:00 p.m.
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Capannaris |
Battle of the Bands |
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September 13 |
Mount Prospect Sister Cities
Commission/Mount Prospect Lions Club
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Marché Français
(Farmers Market with a French Flair) |
