Chicago's Sweet Candy History​ with Leslie Goddard

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History

Age Group:

Adults
Registration for this event will close on February 13, 2024 @ 7:00pm.
There are 482 seats remaining.

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Event Details

Baby Ruth, Milk Duds, Juicy Fruit, Cracker Jack, Milky Way, Tootsie Roll, Lemonheads - whatever your favorite candy may be, chances are it came from Chicago. For much of its history, the city churned out an astonishing one third of all candy produced in the United States. Join historian Leslie Goddard to learn the history of these tasty treats and explore what made Chicago such an ideal location for candymakers. Find out why immigrants played a critical role in confectionery history, discover how Baby Ruth and Milk Dud got their names, and take a fun “candy quiz.” It’s delicious fun!

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The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This is a virtual event hosted on Zoom.

This event will be recorded. A link will be emailed to registrants when available.


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