Expert travelers Rich Stein and Maria Diecidue will share the history and character of Brooklyn.
New York City often brings Manhattan to mind - its skyscrapers, financial district, Times Square, and Broadway. However, Brooklyn, just across the East River, is a major borough with 2.5 million residents. Founded by Dutch settlers in 1624, Brooklyn was once an independent city, played a role in the Revolutionary War, and has been home and final resting place to celebrities, artists, and notable figures. A proverbial melting pot of world cultures, it is known for its diverse cultural heritage, reflecting European, African, Caribbean, and Asian influences.
Rich Stein and Maria Diecidue are both native New Yorkers. Although currently long-time residents of Chicago, their love of, and affection for New York and particularly Brooklyn persists.
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From the south: Go north on Green Bay Road. Turn left on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.
From the north: Go south on Green Bay Road. Turn right on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.
From I-94 (Edens Expressway):from the South - exit at Lake Ave. East. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave. • from the North - exit at Rt. 41/Skokie Blvd. Turn left (east) on Lake Ave. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave.
Mass transit options include CTA, Metra, and Pace.
