Bettendorf Public Library event will look at the history of radio alongside WWII
The Bettendorf Public Library is offering a look at World War II history through radio with host Steve Darnall. The Community Connections presentation will virtually host the radio historian on Tuesday, November 16th at 7:00 PM. World War II was the first war in history to 
receive almost continuous coverage on radio. The presentation examines how radio rose to the challenge of life during wartime with sound clips from news broadcasts, presidential speeches, entertainment shows, and more. The virtual talk will take place via GoToMeeting. Admission is free but advance registration is required to receive an invitation and password to join the event. Registrations can be made by visiting http://events.bettendorflibrary.com/event/5588196 or by calling 563-344-4179.
Steve Darnall is the host of the weekly radio show Those Were the Days and the publisher of Nostalgia Digest. His writing credits include Marvel and DC Comics, the Chicago Tribune, and the National Radio Hall of Fame. More information on this and other events can be found at the Bettendorf Public Library’s website at www.bettendorflibrary.com or by calling 563-344-4179. Community Connections is sponsored by the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library.
ABOUT the Bettendorf Public Library Information Center: Located at 2950 Learning Campus Drive, Bettendorf, Iowa 52722, the Library’s mission is “Committed to providing access to information and ideas for all.” For more information, visit www.bettendorflibrary.com or call 563-344-4175.
ABOUT the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library: The Friends are members of a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting the Bettendorf Public Library. More information about the Friends can be found by visiting www.bettendorflibrary.com/contribute/friends.
