Upcoming Events
Women of Libertyville:
In Their Own Words.
Karrie McDermott, founder of In Their Own Words and the Libertyville Historical Society are inviting women ages 80+ in our community to be part of Women of Libertyville: In Their Own Words.
This project is both a celebration and a preservation—capturing life stories and legacies through recorded conversations with a loved one, friend, or neighbor. Each participant will receive a digital copy to keep, and—with permission—the stories will be archived as part of Libertyville’s community history, inspiring future generations.
If you have a mother, grandmother, neighbor, or friend whose voice should be remembered, please share this opportunity with them. To learn more or get involved, contact Ellen Williams at ellen@adlercenter.org
You talk. We listen. Your story lives on.
Past Events
The Coffee Test Story, Writers Theater
Stepping onto the stage at the Writers Theatre in Glencoe, Illinois, our founder, Karrie McDermott, perfectly mirrored the venue's dedication to profound narrative craft. She didn't just share a success story; she shared a human one. Karrie took us back to that all-too-familiar post-graduation crossroads where necessity outweighs preference. For Karrie, that meant accepting a job selling coffee equipment—a career move that would eventually bring her industry accolades, but started with a secret she kept from everyone.
Short Story Theatre Highland Park Arts Center
We had the privilege of joining the incredible Short Story Theatre community at the Highland Park Arts Center. Sharing a story is an act of courage, and we were so grateful for the enthusiastic audience that gathered to listen. Our piece, "What a High School Minimum Wage Job Taught Me," resonated in a way we never fully expected.