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Collection Highlights

Pursuit of Happiness
2026-07-21 19:00:00 2026-07-21 20:00:00 America/Chicago Collection Highlights Delve into various interpretations of happiness—from the sources the Founding Fathers might have read to modern-day research. Rolling Meadows Library - Board Room

Tuesday, July 21
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-21 19:00:00 2026-07-21 20:00:00 America/Chicago Collection Highlights Delve into various interpretations of happiness—from the sources the Founding Fathers might have read to modern-day research. Rolling Meadows Library - Board Room

Delve into various interpretations of happiness—from the sources the Founding Fathers might have read to modern-day research.

Discover new perspectives through curated selections of our collection. Lemonade and a dessert will be available to enjoy at each meeting while you learn.

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