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The Chicago Street Pub And Social Capital

Thursday, April 14th at 6:00pm at the Joliet Area Historical Museum

The Chicago Street Pub And Social Capital

Thursday, April 14th at 6:00pm at the Joliet Area Historical Museum

WHAT IS SOCIAL CAPITAL?

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Author and Professor David Masciotra will discuss what Social Capital looks like in action, and use Joliet's own Chicago St. Pub as a perfect example.

The Chicago St. Pub, because of its emphasis on local community and artistry, has become a generator of friendships and connection. The bar serves this purpose, in general, throughout America, when done right.

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It is what sociologists call the "third place" - not home, not work, but a place where people feel welcome and at home.

The program will begin at 6:00pm in the Museum's lower level indoor Caterpillar Auditorium. The program is FREE for Museum Members and $6.00 for Non-Members. Walkups are welcome, or you can register by calling Candice at (815) 723-5201 ext. 235 or on-line atwww.jolietmuseum.org

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