Saturday, May 17, 2008 @ 10:00 a.m. Chef Louis Szathmáry and "The Bakery" Restaurant Hungarian immigrant Lajos Istvan Szathmáry II Ph.D., better known to gourmets the world over as “Chef Louis” immigrated to the United States with $1.10 cents and five words of English. Hear about the career of this iconic celebrity chef and Renaissance man whose larger than life personality left a lasting legacy on the American food scene.
Sunday, May 18, 2008 @ @ 2:00 p.m. President Harry Truman Historian Lawrence Stern provides an in-depth look at Harry S. Truman’s life and presidency, focusing on three major events: the atomic bomb, the Truman Doctrine, and his 1948 presidential acceptance speech.
Monday, May 19, 2008 @ 6:00 p.m. The Role of the Media in the Immigration Process in Germany and the USA Professor of Media Studies at the University of Erfurt, Kai Hafez, along with Mexico reporter for the Chicago Tribune, Oscar Avila, and Professor Loren Ghiglione from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University, will highlight, discuss, and compare the media’s role in the process of immigrant integration in the USA and Germany.
Monday, May 19, 2008 @ @ 5:30 p.m. Every Person Is a Philosopher: An Evening with the Journal of Ordinary Thought Featuring a talk by Pulitzer Prize-winning Critic Margo Jefferson and readings by two writers from the Journal of Ordinary Thought.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 @ 6:00 p.m. Can We Make the World Democratic? Can any nation and culture become democratic?  Is democracy the right form of government for all? While some claim that democracy-promotion should be a key U.S. foreign policy goal, others question whether the U.S. has the ability and right to do so.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 @ @ 7:00 p.m. Series A: Sarah Rosenthal Series A is dedicated to showcasing experimental writing in the US and the Midwest through readings, discussion and performance. This month, Sarah Rosenthal will read; her poetry and fiction have appeared in numerous journals such as Xcp, 26, Bird Dog, Aufgabe, and Boston Review.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008 @ 6:00 p.m. Women and the Vote How did a movement that spanned 70 years finally win women the right to vote? This dynamic event will screen part of the illuminating documentary One Woman, One Vote, and then engage participants through a panel discussion that further examines how women have influenced the direction of our nation.
Thursday, May 22, 2008 @ @ 7:00 p.m. Author Reading: Leon Despres and Kenan Heise Kenan Heise, author of Chicago Afternoons with Leon: 99 ½ Years Old and Looking Forward, is joined in conversation by the book’s subject, former 5th Ward Alderman Leon Despres. They will share Leon’s views on Chicago.
Friday, May 23, 2008 - Saturday, May 24, 2008 Blues and the Spirit: A Weekend Symposium on the Legacy of Blues and Gospel Music Join distinguished academic guests for this weekend symposium (May 22-24) offering discussion and debate about the legacy of Blues and Gospel Music. Attend live musical performances, panel discussion, tours, and workshops exploring the shared historical roots of Blues and Gospel. The highlight of the weekend will be a concert by legendary blues singer Otis Clay on Friday, May 23.
Saturday, May 24, 2008 @ @ 10:00 a.m. 660 Curries/The Gateway to Indian Cooking Curious about curry? Curry is the backbone of Indian cooking, the glory of Indian cooking.  Join us as author and IACP Cooking Teacher of the Year, Raghavan Iyer, dishes out a presentation about the historical influence of spices during India’s 6,000 years existence as a civilization.
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