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Lessons in History
 
Black and White photo of one of the earliest Chicago Auto Shows.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13 • 6:30–7:30 P.M.
Join auto historian Mitch Frumkin for a fast-paced 50-minute video journey through 117 years of the Chicago Auto Show, from its 1901 debut to the 2025 edition. Featuring rare photos, film clips, audio, and personal insights, the presentation highlights iconic cars—from 1950s classics to muscle cars, imports, concept vehicles, and exotic supercars—plus celebrity appearances, stage revues, and more.
Attendees will be entered to win passes to the 2026 Chicago Auto Show, car care products from Turtle Wax, and copies of First To One Hundred: History of the First 100 Chicago Auto Shows.
 
All About Cars
 
by Samuel I. Schwartz
No One at the Wheel
The country's leading transport expert describes how the driverless vehicle revolution will transform highways, cities, workplaces and laws not just here, but across the globe.
 
by Martin Roach, Neil Waterman, and John Morrison
The Science of Supercars
Learn about the history of supercars, unraveling the mysteries and mechanics of the cars that changed the automotive world forever. In-depth interviews with the top names in the supercar and racing industries reveal their opinions on today's supercars and their visions for the future.
 
by Randy Leffingwell
Corvette
Explore a complete history of America's original sports car.
 
by Mitch Frumkin
No one expected the automobile to last 100 years, so there was no reason to suspect the Chicago Auto Show would thrive and survive 100 edition over a 107-year span, either. But it has, and those 100 shows have introduced the horseless carriage and its numerous derivatives to the masses. Crank start to push button start. Gasoline, batteries, and soon hydrogen. The cars have always been
the stars.
 
by Chauney Dunford
Classic Car
From the Chevrolet Bel Air to the Ferrari Testarossa, this stunning book showcases the most iconic and important classic cars from every decade since the 1940s.
 
by Tom Cotter
Barn Find Road Trip
Roaming the Southeast, three men document their day-to-day car search in photos and through stories and interviews. This trip is absolutely real and the same kind of junket any gearhead with the skills, knowledge, and time can undertake
 
 
 
Celebrate all things Cars with these books here.
 
 
The Jeanne Becker's Band
 
Ruebn Anderson, Geneva Policeman at the corner of Third & State Streets 1925.
MONDAY, AUG. 11 • 2–3 P.M.
Learn about the darker side of Geneva's history from the 1800s to the present including a bank robbery, sneaky ways to get around prohibition, and the killing of two officers in 1885 who are now recognized on the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington D.C.
 
Get Together with Friends
 
Adults standing around a doorway talking.
FRIDAY, AUG. 15 • 10–11:30 A.M.
 
Presidential Pets
 
Statue of a dog and a man.
TUESDAY, AUG. 12 • 1:30–2:30 P.M.
Celebrate International Cat Day (Aug. 8) and International Dog Day (Aug. 26) with this charming program! Most U.S. Presidents and their families have had companion animals live with them at the White House. These pets have served to both unite - and sometimes divide - the nation. Pets have even played a role in international diplomacy. Revisit some of the First Pets over the last 70 years with some heartwarming and sometimes surprising stories in this presentation by Valerie Gugala.
 
Make Something
 
Drawstring bags.
PROJECT OF THE MONTH:
SEW A DRAWSTRING
BAG (ADULTS)
Just for Teens
 
Paper Suncatcher.
TUESDAY, AUG. 12 • ALL DAY
Available While Supplies Last
FRIDAY, AUG. 15 • 2–4 P.M.
 
All Ages Fun!
 
School Supplies
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13 • 1–2 P.M.
Kick off the school year with creativity by designing and personalizing your very own school supplies! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll have the chance to make your supplies as unique as you are – from decorated notebooks to custom pencil cases, and everything in between. Get ready to express your style and make this school year your best one yet!

READ WITH US
FAMILY STORYTIME (ALL AGES)
TUESDAY, AUG. 12 • 6:30–7 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13 • 9:30–10 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13 • 10:30–11 A.M.

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
SATURDAY, AUG. 9 • 9:30–11 A.M.
MONDAY, AUG. 11 • 10:30–11:15 A.M.
REFRIGERATOR
ART CLUB (ALL AGES)
TUESDAY, AUG. 12 • 6–8 P.M.
GIGGLES & WIGGLES FOR LITTLES
(BIRTH-2 YEARS W/CAREGIVER)
THURSDAY, AUG. 14 • 6–8 P.M.
FRIDAY, AUG. 15 • 2–3 P.M.
SATURDAY, AUG. 16 • 9 A.M.–2 P.M.
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