Michael Barson will present another fascinating look at historic Pop Culture as he discusses his book, The Red Menace which covers the history of how Americas fear of Communist incursions from the 1940s through the 1960s was reflected in our popular culture— movies, television shows, radio programs, books, comic books, and even children’s games.
REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND
Michael Barson has a Master’s degree in Popular Culture and a PhD… Read more The Red Menace – How Anticommunism Was Reflected in American Popular Culture During the 1940s, 50s and 60s: Monday, 1/26/26 at 6 PM
Michael Barson will present another fascinating look at historic Pop Culture as he discusses his book, The Red Menace which covers the history of how Americas fear of Communist incursions from the 1940s through the 1960s was reflected in our popular culture— movies, television shows, radio programs, books, comic books, and even children’s games.
REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND
Michael Barson has a Master’s degree in Popular Culture and a PhD… Read more 
Patrick Anderson focuses on contemporary film directors and screenwriters in the United States whose originality, independence and unconventional approaches to the medium have contributed to the evolution of the industry. The program enables a greater understanding of and appreciation for both the content and form of movies made outside the mainstream Hollywood system, and considers some of the key differences in theme, style and narrative format between these works and… 
Are you a Cineaste (an enthusiast for or devotee of movies or filmmaking)? If so, join us as we view award winning films, documentaries, foreign films and modern classics. Watch the feature film and then join the group in giving a ‘thumbs up’ review. As always, Kleenex will be available for those ‘laugh until you cry’ movie moments.
THE UPCOMING FILMS: *Please note the films are subject to change.
… 
Join the most chill t/weens and chat with us about this book! Copies are available for the asking. We serve candy and the coolest conversation. Register yourself and your bestie.
The book of the month is Artifice by Sharon Cameron.
Isa de Smit was raised in the vibrant, glittering world of her parents’ small art gallery in Amsterdam, a hub of beauty, creativity, and expression, until the Nazi occupation wiped… 
Little Groove Music is coming back to Kimball Library for four separate classes this winter and Spring!
Children ages 3 months to age 5 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a toe-tapping good time. Little Groove Music will visit Kimball Library to introduce your little ones to music and instruments with this very special program.… 
Drop by the Build Zone for some Lego fun! Kids and families are invited to explore their imagination, build unique creations, and enjoy free play with our library’s Lego collection. Just bring your creativity! The Build Zone will be hosted at the library one Saturday each month until May. Check below for the specific dates you can join us!…