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Virtual Chicago Roller Skating History
2022-02-09 19:00:00 2022-02-09 20:00:00 America/Chicago Virtual Chicago Roller Skating History Author and Chicago roller skating historian Marcie Hill as shares more than 135 years of Chicago roller skating history. Northbrook Public Library -

Wednesday, February 09
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-02-09 19:00:00 2022-02-09 20:00:00 America/Chicago Virtual Chicago Roller Skating History Author and Chicago roller skating historian Marcie Hill as shares more than 135 years of Chicago roller skating history. Northbrook Public Library -

Author and Chicago roller skating historian Marcie Hill as shares more than 135 years of Chicago roller skating history.

Author and Chicago roller skating historian Marcie Hill as shares more than 135 years of Chicago roller skating history. Starting with the first rink in the 1880s, she highlights Chicago’s role in the phenomenon, including classism and racism, and the staying power of one of the world’s most popular sport and leisure activities.

This program will be hosted online via Zoom. On the day of the event, please check your email for a link to join the program.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Equity Diversity and Inclusion | Adult Learning |

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