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SUMMARY:Hygge ‘HOO-gah’ Happiness
DESCRIPTION:“In Denmark\, winters are especially long\, yet Danish people are considered some of the happiest in the world. They embrace the dark winter months with the joyful practice of Hygge (pronounced ‘HOO-gah’) meaning coziness\, candlelight\, nature\, and meeting with friends.” – Emma Mitchell from Making Winter: a Hygge-inspired Guide to Surviving the Winter Months. \nEnjoy an immersive experience\, lit by candlelight\, focusing on intentional happiness and community with Scandinavian-inspired arts and crafts\, meditative coloring\, peaceful music\, a crackling fireplace\, and hot beverages (bring your own mug\, if desired.) You’ll gain some tips to create “hygge\,” and choose from a selection of library books to bring home which inspire joy and relaxation. \nHygge events are sponsored by the Friends of the Library. A special limited edition Hygge tea blend will be provided by downtown DeKalb’s Thyme ‘N Again Apothecary. Local honey for tea provided by Big Red’s Heavenly Honey. \nFor September\, create watercolor postcards\, gratitude magnets\, and Zentangle-inspired patterns. \nIn October\, paint papier-mâché masks\, do folk art with stickers\, and make a spooky candle decoration. \nNovember’s event will feature three craft options: a stenciled tote bag\, flannel lap warmer\, and scented warmer discs. \nThis program is intended for adults. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required. First come\, first served while supplies last. \nFor more information\, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/hygge-hoo-gah-happiness-2/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gambling: The Dazzling Art of the Con
DESCRIPTION:Gambling generates more revenue than spectator sports\, theme parks\, cruise ships and recorded music combined. Las Vegas casinos bring in an average of 5 billion dollars of revenue in a year.  With all that money flying around it might occur to someone to cheat. It has\, they do\, and John P. Hopkins will show you some of the ways that it’s done. \nJohn presents a fascinating and often hysterical look at crooked card games\, dice hustles\, pickpockets\, prop bets\, and con games. He will give you an inside peek at these scams with actual demonstrations. Through John\, you will meet advantage players\, dips\, and con artists such as George Devil (who worked the Mississippi River boats for over forty years)\, Elijah Skaggs\, “Titanic Thompson” and Madame Mustache. \nSee the dazzling art of the “advantage” card player and the ace pick pocket. Get an inside look at some of the classic swindles such as “3 Card Monte”\, “The Old Army Game” and “Short-Change Routines.” Find out the secrets of rigged carnival games and learn the truth behind the phrases\, “You can’t cheat an honest man” and “There’s no such thing as a free lunch!” \nThis program is free and open to all; no registration is required. \nFor additional information\, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/gambling-the-dazzling-art-of-the-con/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
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