The Atlas of Christmas

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Event Details

Join author Alex Palmer to learn about the Christmas traditions around the world. His book titled The Atlas of Christmas: The Merriest, Tastiest, Quirkiest Holiday Traditions from Around the World " aims to capture this range in all its rich variety and explore how a tradition, whether a colorful ornament or peculiar character, tells a much deeper story about that country or culture. Santa Claus may be the holiday heavyweight in North America, but in many Spanish-speaking countries, kids stay up late waiting for the three Wise Men, while Italians look for a jolly lady riding a broomstick."

Courtesy of the White Oak Library District, two random participants will receive a free copy of the book mentioned above. Winners can pick up books at the Crest Hill Branch's Adult & Teen Reference Desk. 

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
  • This virtual event will be presented via Zoom.
  • Registration via Zoom is required for this event.
  • Register to join this event via Zoom HERE, or click the link below. You will receive an email from Zoom with the login information.

Alex Palmer is a journalist and researcher who has written six nonfiction books, including The Atlas of Christmas and New York Times bestseller, The Santa Claus Man. His work has appeared in National Geographic, Esquire, Vice, Smithsonian, and more.

The program is courtesy of White Oak Library District and author Alex Palmer

Event Type(s): Author, Book, Writing
Age Group(s): Adults, Seniors
Presenter: Dr. Alex Palmer
Yumarys Polanco-Miller, Adult & Teen Services Supervisor
(815) 552-4283