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Photo of classic Universal monsters

Registration opens:
September 18th, 2026

It's Alive! The Birth of the Universal Monsters - RO

The Wednesday Mix - Adults 55+

2026-10-07 14:00:00 2026-10-07 15:00:00 America/Chicago It's Alive! The Birth of the Universal Monsters - RO Come to the library for this special Halloween presentation all about the classic monsters of Hollywood. Drop-ins are welcome! Register to receive a reminder. Harnish Main - Harnish Main Large Meeting Room

Wednesday, October 07
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Harnish Main

Harnish Main Large Meeting Room

Come to the library for this special Halloween presentation all about the classic monsters of Hollywood. Drop-ins are welcome! Register to receive a reminder.

Meet the misunderstood monsters who defined horror.  Learn how Lon Chaney, Frankenstein and Dracula reshaped cinema – and our nightmares, with presenter William Pack.

Come early for coffee and conversation beginning at 1:30 pm. The program will begin promptly at 2 pm.   Don't miss our screening of The Bride of Frankenstein on Wednesday, October 21st 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.
 

 

AGE GROUP: | Senior | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program |

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