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Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith

Illinois Libraries Present

2024-11-20 19:00:00 2024-11-20 20:00:00 America/Chicago Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season. Online via Zoom -

Wednesday, November 20
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-20 19:00:00 2024-11-20 20:00:00 America/Chicago Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season. Online via Zoom -

Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration into your holiday season.

A two-time James Beard Foundation award winner, Smith believes “The art of cooking, the act of feeding people, is the most engaging, most memorable way to connect with people.”

Smith began his career at the Florida Culinary Institute and honed his skills working with top chefs in France before finding himself in Chicago. Here he served as Oprah Winfrey’s personal chef for a decade and opened his first critically-acclaimed restaurant, Table Fifty-Two, known for its modern Southern dishes and locally sourced ingredients.

Smith is also a prolific cookbook author and TV personality, sharing his passion for Southern cuisine. He has appeared on Top Chef, Top Chef Duels, Top Chef Masters, Iron Chef America, The Today Show, Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight, BBQ Pitmasters, The Oprah Winfrey Show and more. 

Named Chicagoan of the Year by Chicago Magazine and Humanitarian of the Year by the James Beard Foundation, both in 2007, Smith is currently Executive Chef andCo-Owner with restaurants in Chicago, Orlando, Atlanta and Washington, D.C. He is the founder of Common Threads, a non-profit organization teaching low-income children to cook wholesome and affordable meals. 

Smith will be joined in conversation by Monica Eng, award-winning Chicago journalist and co-host of food podcast "Chewing" w/ Louisa Chu.

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). 

ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs |

TAGS: | illinoislibrariespresents | cooking | chef |

St. Charles Public Library

Phone: 630-584-0076 x1
Fax: 630-584-9262

Hours

St. Charles Public Library
scpld.org

MON-THU 9 A.M.-9 P.M.
FRI 9 A.M.-8 P.M.
SAT 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
SUN 12 P.M.-5 P.M.
 

 

Address
One South 6th Avenue
St. Charles, IL 60174
Tel: 630-584-0076 x1

About the branch

The award-winning St. Charles Public Library District is located in the scenic Fox River Valley, 35 miles west of Chicago. The Library serves a district population of 55,092 residents and has a staff of 101. The St. Charles Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.

Upcoming Events

Sat, Dec 07, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
STC Creative
Stop by to create a snowman using coconut flakes, decoupage, and fabric to warm up your home. All materials will be provided.

Sun, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
The Hanson String Quartet (HSQ) was added to the EYSO Chamber Music Institute in 2010 and is named for EYSO’s founding conductor Robert Hanson.

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Miller Haase Community Room
This program is filled with stories, music and movement! Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.

Mon, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only. 

Tue, Dec 10, 9:30am - 10:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only. 

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Carnegie Community Room
The Library offers two book discussion groups: Mornings at 10:00 a.m. and Evenings at 7:00 p.m. This month's title is Clear by Carys Davies.

Tue, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive story time for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
This event is full

Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
This program is filled with stories, music and movement! Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.

Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
STC Creative
Stop by to create a snowman using coconut flakes, decoupage, and fabric to warm up your home. All materials will be provided.

Tue, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Raina Telgemeier is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts, all #1 New York Times bestsellers. Register

Tue, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Bisbee Conference Room
The Library offers two book discussion groups: Mornings at 10:00 a.m. and Evenings at 7:00 p.m. This month's title is Clear by Carys Davies.

Tue, Dec 10, 9:00pm - 9:05pm
Lobby
Keep the loot! Return the book! Help us be green! Please return your Lit Loot box, with items removed, to the Youth Services desk for a sticker.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Dec 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only. 

Wed, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children are invited to hear stories at the Creek Bend Nature Center at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve.

Wed, Dec 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive story time for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
This event is full

Wed, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Join Rebecca Tulloch, a certified FAA pilot, as she tells the story of the Fly Girls of WWII and their role in the war effort.

Wed, Dec 11, 1:17pm - 3:00pm
The Loft
Craft, game, or hang in The Loft after an Early Release Wednesday.

Wed, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Drop by the library and build with LEGO. Each Wednesday we will have a different LEGO challenge you can try, or build whatever you want!

Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Middle schoolers, join us for a book discussion of our yearly favorites!

Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
In this festive sugar cookie decorating class, we'll create holiday-themed cookies that are sure to dazzle your loved ones!

Wed, Dec 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Facilities Committee Meeting and Regular Monthly Library Board Meeting

Thu, Dec 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Miller Haase Community Room
This program is filled with stories, music and movement! Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.

Thu, Dec 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 5
Meet up on the 2nd Thursday of the month for a YA book club focused on murders and mysteries. This month's title: The Beautiful by Renée Ahdieh.

Thu, Dec 12, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Miller Haase Community Room
You're invited to a Book Bash! Join us for reading, crafts, and snacks while we celebrate Baloney and Friends.

Fri, Dec 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Unleash your creativity with the library's marble run set!

Sat, Dec 14, 9:15am - 12:15pm
Huntley Community Room
The St. Charles Writers Group is a workshop for novice or experienced writers that meets twice a month.

Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Miller Haase Community Room
This program is filled with stories, music and movement! Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.

Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only. 

Tue, Dec 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only. 

Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive story time for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
This event is full

Tue, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Study Room 1 ,Study Room 2,Study Room 3,Study Room 4,Study Room 5
Exam Cram Study Rooms. Please visit the Main Floor Adult Reference Desk to reserve a study room as you prepare for finals.This is a first come, first served sign-up process.

Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Study for finals at the Library! Enjoy a large study space for you and your study group and fuel up on free snacks and drinks provided courtesy of the Friends of the St. Charles Public Library.

Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Miller Haase Community Room
This program is filled with stories, music and movement! Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.

Tue, Dec 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie Community Room
Each month, experience new recipes, sample delicious foods and discover cookbooks with our Cookbook Club. This month's title is Brilliant Bites by Maegan Brown.
This event is full

Wed, Dec 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Connect with your baby for an interactive and engaging story time session full of songs, rhymes and stories! Please register baby only. 
This event is full

Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Miller Haase Community Room
Interactive story time for children and their parents/caregivers! Please only register your child.
This event is full

Wed, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Study Room 1 ,Study Room 2,Study Room 3,Study Room 4,Study Room 5
Exam Cram Study Rooms. Please visit the Main Floor Adult Reference Desk to reserve a study room as you prepare for finals.This is a first come, first served sign-up process.

Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Study for finals at the Library! Enjoy a large study space for you and your study group and fuel up on free snacks and drinks provided courtesy of the Friends of the St. Charles Public Library.

Wed, Dec 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Drop by the library and build with LEGO. Each Wednesday we will have a different LEGO challenge you can try, or build whatever you want!

Wed, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Carnegie Community Room
Join us to play games like Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, and other modern games.

Wed, Dec 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bisbee Conference Room
Discuss a science fiction, fantasy, or horror title every month with your fellow genre-lovers. This month's fantasy title: Five Broken Blades by Mai Corland.

Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Miller Haase Community Room
This program is filled with stories, music and movement! Each week focuses on a new theme. Space is limited.

Thu, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 9:00pm
Study Room 1 ,Study Room 2,Study Room 3,Study Room 4,Study Room 5
Exam Cram Study Rooms. Please visit the Main Floor Adult Reference Desk to reserve a study room as you prepare for finals.This is a first come, first served sign-up process.

Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Huntley Community Room
Study for finals at the Library! Enjoy a large study space for you and your study group and fuel up on free snacks and drinks provided courtesy of the Friends of the St. Charles Public Library.

Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
STC Creative,Computer Lab
Make a gift for a loved one or keep your customized stickers for yourself!
This event is full

Thu, Dec 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Bisbee Conference Room
A club for adults to read and discuss popular YA titles.

Fri, Dec 20, All day
Louisa May Alcott’s classic story of four sisters growing up in 19th-century Massachusetts. The recording can be viewed from 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22.Register

Fri, Dec 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Helen Gale Story Room
Attention all Harry Potter fans! Drop by anytime between 4pm- 6pm for a special event dedicated to all things Harry Potter.