Second Floor - Veterans Room
Hollywood Goes to War: "The Pride of the Marines"
President Franklin D. Roosevelt promoted film as a key war industry which showcased heriosim, selflessness and the need for co-operation. John Garfield stars in this 1945 true story of a Marine hero blinded in battle who readjusts to civilian life with the help of his wife.
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Beach Blankets & Books Storytime
Storytime for ages 2-6, with a caregiver. Theres something for everyone in this big, lively storytime, full of favorites.
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Beach Blankets & Books Storytime
Storytime for ages 2-6, with a caregiver. Theres something for everyone in this big, lively storytime, full of favorites.
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Hollywood Goes to War: "Cry Havoc"
President Franklin D. Roosevelt promoted film as a key war industry which showcased heroism, selflessness and the need for co-operation. Watch the conflicts among a motley crew of Army nurses who are stationed in Bataan at the time of the Japanese invasion in this 1943 film. Oak Park film historian Doug Deuchler leads discussion.
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Oak Park Photography Club
Oak Park Photo Club members meet twice monthly to share digital and print photos. All skill levels welcome. Call Debby Preiser at (708) 697-6915 for more information.
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Hollywood Goes to War: "Desperate Journey"
President Franklin D. Roosevelt promoted film as a key war industry which showcased heroism, selflessness and the need for co-operation. Watch Errol Flynn and his crew including Ronald Reagan as they are shot down over Germany and struggle to evade capture by the Nazis in this 1942 film. Oak Park film historian Doug Deuchler leads discussion.
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Beach Blankets & Books Storytime
Storytime for ages 2-6 with a caregiver. Theres something for everyone in this big, lively storytime, full of favorites.
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Beach Blankets & Books Storytime
Storytime for ages 2-6, with a caregiver. Theres something for everyone in this big, lively storytime, full of favorites.
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Hollywood Goes to War: "The Fighting Sullivans"
President Franklin D. Roosevelt promoted film as a key war industry which showcased heroism, selflessness and the need for co-operation. Watch this true story about a close-knit group of Iowa brothers who served together in the Navy on the USS Juneau in this 1944 film. Oak Park film historian Doug Deuchler leads discussion.