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Salsa Tasting (Grades 6-8)

One Book One Community
2026-10-20 18:00:00 2026-10-20 19:00:00 America/Chicago Salsa Tasting (Grades 6-8) Celebrate the cultural heritage of our One Book, One Community book! St. Charles Public Library - Miller Haase Community Room

Tuesday, October 20
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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St. Charles Public Library

Miller Haase Community Room

Celebrate the cultural heritage of our One Book, One Community book!

It's a salsa tasting! Try different salsas from local Mexican restaurants and rate which one you like the best!

We'll also be talking about the middle grade tie in book: Xolo by Donna Barba Higuera 

Reading the book is not required to participate but encouraged; no spoilers will be given.

AGE GROUP: | Middle School |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs |

TAGS: | OBOC |

St. Charles Public Library
Phone: 630-584-0076 x1
Fax: 630-584-9262
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FRI 9 A.M.-8 P.M.
SAT 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
SUN 12 P.M.-5 P.M.
 

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