Strange, Dark, and Funny Origins of Everyday Sayings

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Families, Teens, Adults, All Ages
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will close on March 10, 2026 @ 6:00pm.

Program Description

Event Details

Discover the darkly funny origins of everyday phrases in “Strange, Dark, and Funny Origins of Everyday Sayings” with entertainer Dale Obrochta. From “kick the bucket” to “bite the dust,” explore the bizarre, hilarious, and sometimes gruesome history behind the words we use every day, and you’ll never hear them the same way again!

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