Glen Ellyn Historical Society offers winter programs

The Glen Ellyn Historical Society invites the community to "Aunt Tillie's Story Time" at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8, in the Glen Ellyn History Center, 800 N. Main St. in Glen Ellyn.

This is a free program geared toward children ages 2-5. All children have to be accompanied by a caregiver, parent or grandparent. Call (630) 469-1867 for information. There is no charge.

Free parking is available at the building and on surrounding lots and streets. The history center is wheelchair accessible and has wheelchair accessible restrooms.

Later in the month, "Sizzle, Sequins, Murder & Mayhem! True Stories of Chicago in the 1920s" will be presented at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, Glen Ellyn History Center. Performer Martina Mathisen tells the story of Chicago in the 1920s. Why was this time in Chicago so remarkable? Was the film "Chicago" inspired from true stories?

Find out with this engaging and educational program Tickets will be for sale at the door for $5. Refreshments will be provided.

Or join the Book Discussion Group at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 10. The January book will be "The Death and Life of the Great Lakes" by Dan Egan. A readable portrait of the ecological perils facing the Great Lakes and ways residents can help to restore them. While it is a lot more fun if you have read the book, if you have an interest in the topic, you are welcome to join in the discussion. The program is free; no registration is required.

"Dazzling Dream Cars - Chicago Auto Show Dream Cars & Concept Vehicle History" will be presented at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19. Chicago Auto Show historian M.J. Frumkin presents "Dazzling Dream Cars," a 45-minute video highlighting the best futuristic prototypes, dream cars and concept vehicles that have captivated crowds at the annual Chicago Auto Show for more than 75 years.

Featuring hundreds of images, this rapid paced presentation ranges from the original dream car, the Buick Y-Job of the 1930s, right up to the ultramodern automotive visions of 2018.

Frumkin will give away two pairs of complimentary passes to the 2019 Chicago Auto Show and bite size samples of Ryba Fudge, the official show confection. Admission is $5. Tickets for sale at the door the day of the event.

For information, call (630) 469-1867 or visit www.glenellynhistory.org.