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Chicago's Sweet Candy History @ the Yorkville Public Library

Shelley Augustine, Community Contributor

For most its history, Chicago produced about 1/3 of the nation's candy.  Learn the history of these tasty treats and explore what made Chicago such an ideal location for candy makers.  Find out why immigrants played a critical role in confectionery history, discover how Baby Ruth and Milk Duds got their names, and take a fun "candy quiz".  It will be delicious fun.  
This will be an illustrated lecture by Leslie Goddard and based on the 2012 book from Arcadia Publishing.  No registration is required.  This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.




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