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From Hearth to Hardcover

The Evolution of the American Cookbook
2026-11-11 13:00:00 2026-11-11 14:00:00 America/Chicago From Hearth to Hardcover Travel through three centuries of American cooking, from the first cookbooks of the 1700s to the legends of Betty Crocker and Julia Child, and into today's modern culinary voices. St. Charles Public Library - Huntley Community Room

Wednesday, November 11
1:00pm - 2:00pm

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St. Charles Public Library

Huntley Community Room

Travel through three centuries of American cooking, from the first cookbooks of the 1700s to the legends of Betty Crocker and Julia Child, and into today's modern culinary voices.

Storyteller Laura Knecht will share a remarkable display of over 60 historic cookbooks and related artifacts. This program celebrates the stories behind the recipes. Program includes giveaways and fun cookbook door prizes. A SCPL card is required to register. REGISTER

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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.

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