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OBOC Keynote: Xochitl Gonzalez, Author of Olga Dies Dreaming
Nov 20th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for a season finale event featuring Xochitl Gonzalez, author of Olga Dies Dreaming.
Book Discussions: Olga Dies Dreaming
various dates & times
various locations
Join other Chicagoans to discuss Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez, this season's OBOC selection.
My Diaspora Box
Nov 17th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Craft a personal treasure chest of identity! Decorate boxes with maps, photos, stickers, and cultural symbols to explore heritage.
Painted Casitas
Nov 18th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Decorate small casitas with colorful designs and thoughtful symbols that reflect roots, neighborhoods, or vision of an ideal home.
OBOC Keynote: Xochitl Gonzalez, Author of Olga Dies Dreaming
Nov 20th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for a season finale event featuring Xochitl Gonzalez, author of Olga Dies Dreaming.
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Estas novelas exploran complejas relaciones familiares, identidad cultural, gentrificación, ambición y el sueño americano.
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