Come explore "The Mystery & Moments of Vivian Maier" when Michael Bullis presents a program of short films using photographs and 8mm film shot exclusively by Vivian Maier. This free program is presented by Michael Bullis , Technical Consultant for Vivian Maier Photography in collaboration with the Oak Park Photography Club.

Vivian Maier left this world, secretly leaving behind a wonderful catalog of over 100,000 images. These images chronicle moments captured during her years as a nanny, a world traveler and astute observer of life.

Join us to discuss the remarkable story of Adele Bloch-Bauer, the subject of Gustav Klimt’s very famous paintings. The painting “Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I” (1907) was confiscated by the Nazis. It was already famous before it was bought in 2006 for $135 million for the Neue Galerie, New York. The author depicts the cultural, historical, and political environments of the 20th century Vienna impeccably. Learn more about all of our monthly book discussions.

Learn about the colorful and amazing life of Eslanda "Essie" Cardozo Goode Robeson when Dr. Barbara Ransby shares stories from her new book, "Eslanda: The Large and Unconventional Life of Mrs. Paul Robeson" published by Yale Press. The program is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

Learn the components of a strong resume, and what keywords or phrases to use that will help move your resume to the top of the stack. Presenter: Eileen Vesey, Chicago Federation of Labor Workers Assistance Committee. Learn more about all our services for job seekers.

Employers across the country report that they are often overwhelmed by stacks of applications for only a handful of open positions. Employers need a way to quickly pinpoint individuals with essential, verifiable workplace skills. Learn why employers are asking applicants to earn a National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC), and what free resources are available for you to earn the NCRC. Presenter: Emmanuel Esperanza. Learn more about all our services for job seekers.

Looking for a job has changed dramatically over the past few years; however, many still follow the rules of yesterday. Find out how best to modernize your search in a way that works best with your own personal style. Presenter: Richard Williams, Career Services, Triton College. Learn more about all our services for job seekers.

Learn how to develop your brand using social media, get the most out of Twitter, Facebook, blogs and LinkedIn. You will also learn ways to use personal branding in resumes and cover letters. Presenter: Michael McGuire, a faculty member, Triton College. Learn more about all our services for job seekers.

Hone your craft at Brew Your Own: A Homebrewers' Meetup. A panel of local experts will share their brewing experiences, answer your questions, and possibly critique your beer.

All adults 21+ are welcome to attend the panel discussion. Homebrewers who would like to swap beers should bring as many bottles to share as they'd like to take home.

Eighty days: Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Bisland's history-making race around the world documents the 1889 competition between feminist journalist Nellie Bly and "Cosmopolitan" reporter Elizabeth Bishop to beat Jules Verne's record and each other in a round-the-globe race. The dramatic race that ensued would span twenty-eight thousand miles, captivate the nation, and change both competitors’ lives forever. Matthew Goodman writes a vivid real-life re-creation of the race and its aftermath, from its frenzied start to the nail-biting dash at its finish.

Author Diane Ackerman chronicles her novelist husband Paul West's heroic battle to reclaim words and mobility and her tailoring of West's speech therapy to match his spectacular vocabulary and unique intelligence.