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Niki Sepsas Presents

Hanukkah & Christmas: A History of the Holidays
2026-12-04 14:00:00 2026-12-04 15:00:00 America/Chicago Niki Sepsas Presents Broaden your horizons as Niki Sepsas presents another of his colorful programs featuring gorgeous travel destinations or fascinating historical adventures. Homewood Public Library - Round Auditorium

Friday, December 04
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Homewood Public Library

Round Auditorium

Broaden your horizons as Niki Sepsas presents another of his colorful programs featuring gorgeous travel destinations or fascinating historical adventures.

A look at the origin of two of the biggest holidays for the people of the Jewish faith and those of the Christian faith.

 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Historical | Educational / Informational | Adult Events |

TAGS: | Travel | Niki Sepsas | Historical | Educational | Adults |

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