Sweet Home Chicago: A History of America’s Candy Capital

For most of its history, Chicago produced about one-third of the nation’s candy, Brach’s, Mars, Wrigley, Cracker Jack, Tootsie Roll, Frango, Dove, to name a few beloved brands. Learn the history behind these treats and why Chicago was such a magnet for candy makers. Historian Leslie Goddard (Remembering Marshall Fields) returns to the Library for this special presentation.

Please register at glenviewpl.org/registration.htm, call 847-729-7500, ext. 7600, or visit the Reader Services Desk.