June 2021 Senior Newsletter

ORLAND PARK HISTORY MUSEUM

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H I S T O R Y M U S E U M

Join WWI nurse, Eleanor Maher, as she talks about her experience being in the Army Nurse Corp. Hear the tales of heroism and self-sacrifice as she talks about the great conflict. Be transported back in time, as her tales relate to the American Revolution and connect to more modern conflicts. PROGRAM 91198 Member Fee $10/ Non-member $15 Jun 19 | Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Orland Park History Museum A Living History: NURSE ELEANOR MAHER Join museum staff as they talk about ways you can research and build upon your family’s history. Websites and research tools will be discussed along with what you can do if you hit any “roadblocks.” We are here to help you in your genealogy journey! This will be a fun, educational event held at Peace Marketplace! Jul 22 | Thursday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Peace Marketplace, 14314 Beacon Ave. PROGRAM 91227 Member Fee $5/ Non-member $10 Building Your Family’s History

STELLWAGEN FARM 17701 S. 108TH AVENUE

Jul 10 | Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM A LIVING HISTORY: LAURA INGALLS WILDER

Do you know the real Laura Wilder...not the woman from the book and television? Hear all about Laura’s life and what inspired her to write the beloved Little House on the Prairie books at the farm.

PROGRAM 91202 Resident $10/ Non-resident $15

MUSIC IS RURAL AMERICA: THE FARMER IS THE MAN

Aug 27 | Friday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Tour Stellwagen Farm and hear traditional and contemporary folk songs of the farm. Farm life has long been a “fertile ground” for musicians. Enjoy a night out hearing these popular songs likely listened to by early Orland Park farmers. Refreshments and two alcoholic beverages included with ticketed price!

PROGRAM 91215 Resident $25/ Non-resident $30

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