Willowick Public Library hosting Prohibition-themed event

May 1—Willowick Public Library invites the public to sneak into its library-themed speakeasy for an evening of Prohibition-themed programming from 3:30 to 8 p.m. May 18.

The schedule of events will be:

4 p.m. — Sample and learn how to make Prohibition-appropriate mocktails

4:30 p.m. — Michael Williams, of Great Lakes Brewing, will discuss the history of Cleveland brewing

5:30 p.m. — Author Rick Porrello will discuss his book "The Rise and Fall of the Cleveland Mafia"

6:45 p.m. — Watch the Fred Astaire Dancers perform to Jazz music

Samples of mocktails will be provided throughout the evening, according to a news release.

The W-E Library Boosters will be selling raffle tickets for a chance to win several gift baskets. Winners will be announced at the event and need not be present to win.

Tickets are $1 each, six for $5 or 30 for $20. Cash only.

All proceeds will be used to fund library programs, the release stated.

To register and receive a ticket and secret password for admittance, visit a Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library. Tickets must be presented at the door on the day of the event, the release stated.

Visit www.we247.org for more information.

The Willowick Public Library is located at 263 E. 305 St.