Flanagan to launch new Irish Dance book

Kathleen M. Flanagan will launch her new book, “Steps in Time: The History of Irish Dance in Chicago,” at the Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox, Chicago, Ill., from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 20. The event will include a short presentation by the author, lively entertainment by Chicago-based dancers and musicians, and light refreshments. Guests will have the opportunity to purchase the book and have it signed by the author.