Story Hour for Grown-Ups

Take a break from your busy day by listening to a live reading of a short story, speech, essay, book chapter, or poem. For Halloween, we will be presenting the short story, "The Hospice" by Robert Aickman, from his collection of weird tales Cold Hand in Mine. Discussion to follow.

A stranded motorist finds himself in a very unusual hotel in the desolate wilds of the British Midlands. A great, classic eerie tale perfect for the season.

This program is intended for adults and older teens

If you wish to attend in person, no registration is required.

How to Attend

This event is available in person and online.

Attend in person at HWLC, 7th Floor Authors Room

400 S. State Street

Chicago IL 60605

Attend online via Zoom

The Zoom Waiting Room will open a half-hour before the program begins.

Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. Questions about attending online events? Check out our Events FAQs.

Accessibility

Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email [email protected] to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.