Looking to join a book club and want to meet new people?
Treat yourself to a Cantigny Senior Membership $50 and join in on this exciting virtual offering (Senior Plus $70). More info found at: https://sales.cantigny.org/membership.aspx
The Members Book Club has a diverse selection of fiction and nonfiction titles. Registration is required. For questions or to register please contact Amanda Goossens at agoossens@cantigny.org.
Members Book Club 2021 Reading List
All book club programs will meet the second Friday of each month.
Posting advance notice to give one time to read the selected work and to become a member and register. #SupportLocal
July 9: “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society,” by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. (This meeting will include a viewing of the 2018 film adaptation.)
August 13: “The Girl Who Smiled Beads,” by Clemantine Wamariya.
September 10: “Empire of Deception: The Incredible Story of a Master Swindler Who Seduced a City and Captivated the Nation,” by Dean Jobb.
October 8: “The Elegance of the Hedgehog,” by Muriel Barbery.
November 12: “The Mirage Factory,” by Gary Krist.
December 10: “Lost Roses,” by Martha Hall Kelly.
Past selections:
January 8: “Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President,” by Candice Miller.
February 12: “The Stationery Shop,” by Marjan Kamali.
March 12: “The Book of Lost Friends,” by Lisa Wingate.
April 9: “Anne Morrow Lindbergh: Between the Sea and the Stars,” by Beverly Gherman and “Gift from the Sea,” by Anne Morrow Lindbergh.
May 14: “The Stolen House of Light,” by Susan Estall.
June 11: “Endurance: Shackleton’s Incredible Voyage,” by Alfred Lansing.
Volunteer
At Cantigny Park, we would have a hard time imagining day-to-day operations without the help of our volunteers. In fact, we couldn't do it without them. Our volunteers are a wonderful mix of generous, dedicated, and talented people who help make Cantigny what it is.
If you are interested in joining our dynamic volunteer corps for special events or on an ongoing basis within one of our departments, opportunities will be posted here as they become available.
Why Volunteer?
Learn new skills specific to each department.Share your passion and knowledge.Your participation directly and positively impacts our visitors.Widen your social network by sharing your interests with like-minded individuals.Free parking any time that Cantigny is open.Free admittance to concerts and other special events throughout the year.A discount on classes at Cantigny.A 10% discount at the
Cantigny Shop and the
Cantigny Golf Pro Shop.A 10% discount on food and beverages (nonalcoholic only) at all Cantigny restaurants (must present valid volunteer ID, discount includes one guest)Invitations to the annual Spring Kick-off Luncheon and Volunteer Appreciation Dinner.An invitation to the Cantigny Staff/Volunteer Summer Picnic.Awards for 100, 300, 500, and 1,000 hours+ of volunteer service.
What are the Requirements?
- Desire to share your passion, knowledge and time with others.
- Dedication to the mission of the McCormick Foundation and Cantigny Park.
- Open-mindedness and patience to work with a diverse public and staff.
- Integrity in representing the Robert R. McCormick Foundation with the highest standards.
- Reliability to commit to the minimum number of hours required by your position. (Many Cantigny Park volunteers commit approximately 3-4 hours per week.)
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must like to have fun!
How Do I Get Started?
Review the volunteer opportunities currently available and apply online if you see one that meets your interests! It’s as easy as that!
Once your application is received, it will be reviewed and passed on to the appropriate department’s volunteer coordinator. The department coordinator will contact you and arrange for a convenient time to meet one-on-one to discuss the opportunity further and complete the application process. On-the-job training and supervision is provided for all volunteer positions.
