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Chicago Roller Skating History

with Marcie Hill
2022-10-12 19:00:00 2022-10-12 20:00:00 America/Chicago Chicago Roller Skating History Roll down memory lane with author and Chicago roller skating historian Marcie Hill as she discusses 140-plus years of Chicago roller skating history. Elk Grove Village Public Library - Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Wednesday, October 12
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-10-12 19:00:00 2022-10-12 20:00:00 America/Chicago Chicago Roller Skating History Roll down memory lane with author and Chicago roller skating historian Marcie Hill as she discusses 140-plus years of Chicago roller skating history. Elk Grove Village Public Library - Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Elk Grove Village Public Library

Lee Maternowski Meeting Room A/B/C

Roll down memory lane with author and Chicago roller skating historian Marcie Hill as she discusses 140-plus years of Chicago roller skating history.

Celebrating National Roller Skating Month!

Roll down memory lane with author and Chicago roller skating historian Marcie Hill as she discusses 140-plus years of Chicago roller skating history. Starting with the first rink in the 1880s, she highlights Chicago’s role in the great phenomenon, including Chicago firsts; classism and racism; and the staying power of the world’s most popular sport and leisure activity. A recollection for some and a history lesson for others. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Presentation/Lecture |

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