Youth Book Discussion: Real Kids, Real Stories, Real Character: Choices That Matter Around the World Tuesday, September 17, 2019 Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m. Cost: FREE Location: Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst Registration Required: elmhurstpubliclibrary.org or call 630-279-8696 This inspiring book by Garth Sundem spans the globe to tell the real-life stories of 30 children who showed true character and strength in the face of adversity. Participants will meet at Elmhurst History Museum for a tour of the “Power of Children: Making a Difference” exhibit, and a discussion led by Elmhurst Public Library and Elmhurst History Museum staff will follow. A limited number of books are available at the Elmhurst Public Library. Appropriate for children in grades 4-5.

Bus Tour: Illinois Holocaust Museum Thursday, September 19, 2019 Time: 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Cost: $45 per person Location: Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst More info: elmhursthistory.org (Adult Programs section) or 630-833-1457 Travel by coach bus to Skokie to explore the Illinois Holocaust Museum’s fascinating and poignant collection. Participants will receive a guided tour of the “Karkomi Holocaust Exhibition” and encounter the “Take a Stand Center: Abe & Ida Cooper Survivor Stories Experience.” Price includes transportation, admission, tour and boxed lunch. Limited seating available. Participants meet at Elmhurst History Museum’s Education Center. Registration Required: Call Jessie Wandersee at 630-530-6879.

Written by Sonia Nazario and based on the Los Angeles Times newspaper series that won two Pulitzer Prizes, Enrique’s Journey tells the story of a young Honduran boy who ventures to the U.S. to find his mother, who left 11 years earlier to find work and support her family. Discussion led by Elmhurst Public Library and Elmhurst History Museum staff. Program includes after-hours access to exhibits. A limited number of books are available at Elmhurst Public Library. Registration Required: Email ehmprograms@elmhurst.org or call 630-530-6879.