Events

Doris Kearns Goodwin's classic life of Lyndon Johnson, who presided over the Great Society, the Vietnam War, and other defining moments the tumultuous 1960s, is a monument in political biography. From the moment the author, then a young woman from Harvard, first encountered President Johnson at a White House dance in the spring of 1967,…

A ghost who was a quilt? Float in to hear the story and craft your very own ghost to take home. Free event, but registration is required. Space is limited. Please sign up only for the child/children who will be participating. Adults do not need to register for this event, but an adult must accompany…

Take a walk through St. Paul's Historic, Landmarked Cemetery.  Just 2 blocks from the Monee Heritage Center at the Creamery. Hear the stories of some of the founding settlers, then join us at the Monee Heritage Center for refreshments and genealogical research. Free event, please RSVP to save your space. Guided tour begins at St.…

If you or someone you know would like to record an oral history interview, gather and donate a veteran’s original photographs, correspondence, or other materials, please call or e-mail your preference for scheduling times. Please allow 1 hour for video interviews. Interviews will be held at the Monee Heritage Center at the Creamery 5210 W.…

Part 2 A deeply researched, superbly crafted biography of America's most complex president.In Richard Nixon , award-winning biographer John A. Farrell examines the life and legacy of one of America’s most controversial political figures. Beginning in 1946, when young Navy lieutenant ‘Nick’ Nixon returned from the Pacific and set his cap at Congress, Farrell traces…

O. Henry's classic tale of the wisest gifts of Christmas, brought to life by P.J. Lynch's extraordinary art, is itself a gift to share and treasure. In a shabby New York flat, Della sobs as she counts the few coins she has saved to buy a Christmas present for her husband, Jim. A gift worthy…