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Awesome Australia
2026-09-17 19:00:00 2026-09-17 20:00:00 America/Chicago Awesome Australia G’day, mate! With his tapestry of original photographs and deep well of stories, world traveler Brian Michalski illuminates ten months of backpacking and working in the Land Down Under. St. Charles Public Library - Huntley Community Room

Thursday, September 17
7:00pm - 8:00pm

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St. Charles Public Library

Huntley Community Room

G’day, mate! With his tapestry of original photographs and deep well of stories, world traveler Brian Michalski illuminates ten months of backpacking and working in the Land Down Under.

While visiting exotic destinations including the Australian Outback, Great Barrier Reef, and Tasmania, we also learn about the country’s fascinating history, grand traditions, chic urban life, charming slang, deadly animals, and Aboriginal influences. REGISTER

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs |

TAGS: | Travel | Australia |

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Awesome Australia
Thu, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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G’day, mate! With his tapestry of original photographs and deep well of stories, world traveler Brian Michalski illuminates ten months of backpacking and working in the Land Down Under.
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