Wilmette Public Library
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Mexico City (Virtual)
Focus on Mexico
Monday, September 28
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wilmette Public Library
Zoom Adult/TeenExplore the beauty, history, food, parks, museums, and culture of vibrant Mexico City with geographer and traveler Derek Barthel.
You’ve probably been hearing more and more about the beauty and energy of Mexico City. From its stunning architecture and rich, layered history to its world-renowned culinary scene, vibrant parks, and cultural landmarks, Derek Barthel will guide you through everything this remarkable city has to offer visitors. Beginning with an overview of Mexico City’s history and geography, we’ll explore its museums, parks, restaurants, and cultural institutions—discovering what makes a trip to this dynamic and beautiful city so unforgettable.
Derek Barthel is a board member of the Geographic Society of Chicago, and a graduate of NEIU's Master of Arts in Geography & Environmental Studies. In his free time, he loves traveling abroad for scuba diving, mountaineering, and eating.
Please note: no AI chatbots, agents, or notetakers will be authorized to join this meeting. This program will not be recorded.
Join us for other programs in our Focus on Mexico series:
Make a Nicho Box, Tuesday, September 15, 10am Auditorium, Register
Armchair Film Screening: Hecho en México (Made in Mexico) Thursday September 17, 1pm Auditorium, Learn More
Frida Kahlo ~ A Woman Who Dared Sunday September 27, 2pm Auditorium, Learn More
Mexico City Monday September 28, 7pm Virtual, Register
Churros with Spicy Chocolate and Vanilla Dip Tuesday October 6, 7:30pm Virtual, Register
Wilmette Public Library
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About the branch
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.