“West of Goose Island: A Chicago Story” Signing and Discussion at the Portage Public Library on June 25, 2014

portage-libraryA book discussion and signing with Richard S. Post, author of "West of Goose Island: A Chicago Story," will be at 5:30 p.m. June 25th at the Portage Public Library, 2665 Irving St., in Portage, Ind.

Post’s tales of life growing up in a Polish immigrant neighborhood of Chicago during the 1940s and 1950s are part nostalgia, part history lesson, and a journey to a simpler time.

The free event is hosted by the Polish-American Cultural Society of Northwest Indiana in conjunction with the library. Light refreshments will be served. Books may be purchased for $12.95 each (cash or check) at the event.

Seating is limited; reservations are recommended by calling Theresa Child at 219-464-1369 or E-mail to polamnwi@yahoo.com.