Programs and Events, Fall 2008
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Wednesday, October 15, 6:00 p.m. Chicago Public Library Harold Washington Library Center - Winter Garden 400 S. State St. The Award, presented annually by the Chicago Public Library and Chicago Public Library Foundation at a fundraising dinner, honors a significant body of work that has enhanced the public's awareness of the written word. This year marks the first time that a One Book, One Chicago author will receive this prestigious honor. Edgar Award-winning crime fiction writer Theresa Schwegel will receive the 21st Century Award. Table sponsorships from $10,000 and individual tickets at $1000, which are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law, are now available by calling the Chicago Public Library Foundation at (312) 201-9830 or online www.chicagopubliclibraryfoundation.org. Friday, October 10, all day (DATE CHANGE NOTICE: This event was originally scheduled for October 9 but has been moved to October 10) Adler Planetarium 1300 S. Lake Shore Dr. To celebrate NASA’s 50th, the Adler Planetarium will host special guests from NASA and a special NASA travelling exhibit that looks ahead to the future of space exploration. Visitors can see scale models of the next-generation Ares I and Ares V rockets and the Orion Crew Exploration Vehicle, spin the Spinoff Wheel and discover how NASA innovations have improved our lives, and take part in demonstrations and activities about exploring the Earth, Moon, Solar System and beyond. Lectures and events are currently being planned for October 10. The Adler Planetarium will also showcase a variety of events, activities, and downloadable materials related to The Right Stuff throughout October. For more information, including admission information, go to www.adlerplanetarium.org or call (312) 922-7827. Ongoing Exhibit Museum of Science and Industry 57th St. and Lake Shore Dr. Aurora 7 was the second manned orbital flight following that of John Glenn, and the fourth Project Mercury mission. Manned by Commander Scott Carpenter, this exceptional spacecraft was the first spaceflight to carry scientific experiments on board. No reservations required. For more information on the museum and admission prices, go to www.msichicago.org. Even More Events Teen VolumeSign up for teen book discussions and other cool programs for teens.  Events, Lectures and CoursesDo you want to learn about The Right Stuff and "new journalism?" Look through this list of programs and events, from Fall 2008. |
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