A free screening of the feature film Wonka.
116 minutes, Rated PG
Timothee Chalamet, Olivia Colman, Hugh Grant
This whimsical, fun film tells the origin story of Willy Wonka, a character in Roald Dahl’s 1964 novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Young Willy is a chocolate maker and dreams of opening his own shop; a group of greedy chocolatiers stands in his way. A lovely treat!
The 1501 Ellinwood Street library building is the realization of a longheld dream of the library board, staff and community partners. Located in the heart of downtown Des Plaines, the four story, 82,000 square foot building represents the community's commitment to reading, lifelong learning, and a center for family activities. A grand central staircase and large windows provide a wealth of natural light and illuminate the building at night.