Tuesday, Nov. 19: In between the Book Stall’s shelves that were packed full of material from aged grain to aged grain, there is a nestled cove with rows of mismatched chairs and benches, all huddled around a projector. The warmth of the room is highlighted by the blistering Chicago weather that we all know and tolerate. The door jingles every other minute or so, with people streaming in of all ages, a sense of familiarity ever-present. They file in, sounding off greetings and settling in as an employee of the store fiddles with the projector. In the midst of it all, New Trier High School English teacher John O’Connor presents his new book, “Natural Consequences.” It’s the third haiku book that O’Connor has published, with this addition covering a wide array of topics: O’Connor’s observings of his surroundings, the environment around him, his past, and his relationships with his family. Features Editor David Rhee wrote the story. Read More - Link in Bio