Short Stories Live - A Special Read with Ragdale

Date and Time

Tuesday Nov 17, 2026
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM CST

Location

History Center of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff
509 East Deerpath Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045

Fees/Admission

Free

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Contact Information

847-234-5253
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Description

Bring your friends and join us for a live reading of a compelling short story published in 1976 – the year of Ragdale’s founding as a non-profit organization – as we continue to celebrate the 50th anniversary.

The story will be a surprise for all and will be read by a professional actor followed by a discussion with Ann Walters, Ragdale Trustee and facilitator of Between the Covers Book Discussions.

Tuesday, November 17

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

at the History Center of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff

509 East Deerpath Road, Lake Forest

Arrive early at 6:30 PM for a guided tour of Alice's Gift of Ragdale, an exhibition presented by the History Center of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff in conjunction with Ragdale’s 50th anniversary, celebrating the founding vision and enduring legacy of Alice Judson Ryerson Hayes.

About Read with Ragdale

Read with Ragdale is a unique author discussion series, usually hosted in the historic Ragdale House living room. The events are free to attend and led by Ann Walters, Ragdale Trustee and longtime professional facilitator of Between the Covers Book Discussions. The group discusses the book at the start and then is joined by the author for a conversation and questions.

Capacity is limited, reserve your spot today.

Click here to register

For directions or facility questions, contact the History Center of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff at programs@lflbhistory.org or call 847-234-5253