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Mississippi River Adventures Along the Great River Road
2026-04-28 19:00:00 2026-04-28 20:30:00 America/Chicago Mississippi River Adventures Along the Great River Road Illinois traveler John Kokoris shares insider tips for exploring the Upper Mississippi River from Galena to St. Louis, covering top sights, food, architecture, events, and the river’s rich history. Rolling Meadows Library - Community Room

Tuesday, April 28
7:00pm - 8:30pm

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Rolling Meadows Library

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Illinois traveler John Kokoris shares insider tips for exploring the Upper Mississippi River from Galena to St. Louis, covering top sights, food, architecture, events, and the river’s rich history.

Illinois traveler John Kokoris will share insider tips to help you explore the Upper Mississippi River from Galena, Illinois, to St. Louis, Missouri. Learn where to go, what to do, and all about the mighty river’s storied past. We’ll discuss architecture, food, events, and more.

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