Risking it All: The Signers of the Declaration of Independence

In 1776, signing the Declaration of Independence was not an act of patriotism. It was an act of treason against Great Britain. Who were these fifty-six men who risked it all to make the strike for independence? Some of their names are familiar, like Benjamin Franklin an......More

In 1776, signing the Declaration of Independence was not an act of patriotism. It was an act of treason against Great Britain. Who were these fifty-six men who risked it all to make the strike for independence? Some of their names are familiar, like Benjamin Franklin and John Adams. Others — like Button Gwinnett — are not. Historian Joyce Haworth will share stories of lesser-known Americans in this talk: who they were, what role they played in independence, and what consequences they suffered after they signed the Declaration. https://www.villageofgrayslake.com/calendar.aspx?EID=2653

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Pages of History: "We The People"

The Pages of History book-inspired lecture series is back for USA 250! This year's books are chosen in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Presenters are invited to take the audience beyond the books to discuss history or contempo......More

The Pages of History book-inspired lecture series is back for USA 250! This year's books are chosen in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Presenters are invited to take the audience beyond the books to discuss history or contemporary topics within the stories. Dr. Kenneth Owen, presents the history behind the Revolution and America’s most famous document. Registration is not required but highly encouraged. "We the People: A History of the U.S. Constitution" by Jill Lepore is available at the Grayslake Area Public Library upon registration. https://grayslake.librarycalendar.com/event/pages-history-tbd-54892 https://www.villageofgrayslake.com/calendar.aspx?EID=2657

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Shop 'n' Swirl Wine Walk

Taste a lil’ wine while exploring your favorite (and soon-to-be favorite) Grayslake small businesses! Join the fun on Saturday, April 11 from 2 PM - 5 PM! ShopnSwirl.eventbrite.com. https://www.villageofgrayslake.com/calendar.aspx?EID=2656

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