JD Vance's searing memoir, HIllbilly Elegy, describes his hardscrabble childhood on the fringes of Appalachia, one of the most chronically impoverished areas of the country. Join Librarian Tish Calhamer and co-sponsors Women On The Brink for a lively, in-depth discussion of both the book and the poverty issue.
The second in a series, this presentation will take a look at some of the women and women's groups that have shaped the city's past. Included will be a look at some notable women who have passed through the city, contributions of women during World War II, and a look at those who have set local records. Presented by Jerry Turnquist of the Elgin History Museum.
The past few months have presented numerous challenges to established rights, privileges and truths long held to be self-evident. The League of Women Voters of the Elgin Area and Elgin Community College are honored to offer an educational program featuring Edwin C. Yohnka, Director of Communications and Public Policy for ACLU of Illinois, who will discuss the most pressing civil liberties issues of the day. There will be time for audience Q & A. If you'd like to get a question into the queue early, message this facebook page. Mr. Yohnka began his job at the ACLU in June 1999. [...]
