Countdown to the Oscars: Illinois Winners, Scandalous Moments, and Oscar Bait
Wed, Mar 11
|Helen Plum Library
Celebrate Illinois' Oscar winners, scandalous moments, and "Oscar bait" as you countdown to this year's Academy Awards
Time and Location
Mar 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CDT
Helen Plum Library, 411 S Main St, Lombard, IL 60148, USA
About
This program aims to prepare you for Hollywood's biggest night—the Oscars!
In our hour-long talk, we'll shine the spotlight on Illinois' rich history of Academy Award success, celebrating winners from Chicago and beyond. We'll also dish on some of the most unforgettable and scandalous moments in Oscar history that had everyone talking. Plus, you'll learn all about the term "Oscar bait"—what it is, why it (sometimes) works, and how it shapes the race for the gold.
Grab your popcorn, settle in, and join us for an entertaining and insightful countdown to the Oscars!
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