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Step into the magic of the season! Join Leslie Goddard as she shares the stories and secrets behind this beloved holiday classic. Drop in anytime, or register to get a friendly reminder!
Did you know the holiday film A Christmas Story (1983) was filmed in Cleveland during one of the city’s warmest winters of the century? Or that author Jean Shepherd not only narrates the film but also makes a cameo appearance? More than 40 years after its debut, audiences still love watching 12-year-old Ralphie navigate the all-important Christmas season in hopes of securing the “holy grail” of Christmas presents. Join historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., for a behind-the-scenes look at how this movie came to be and why it remains such an enduring seasonal favorite.
Come early for coffee and conversation beginning at 1:30 pm. The program will begin promptly at 2 pm.
AAPLD embraces inclusivity in its programs and services. To request accommodations, please email [info@aapld.org] or call (847) 458-6060 x143 at least 7 days in advance.
