Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–in order to offer fun and engaging presentations about Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her presentations range from focusing on various subjects related to Golden Age Hollywood, in addition to presentations that profile individual performers.

Below is a listing of upcoming presentations and screenings for Hometowns to Hollywood. Attendance is free of charge unless otherwise noted.

To learn more about booking Hometowns to Hollywood at your organization, click here.

UPCOMING PRESENTATIONS:

Indiana Historical Society Holiday Author Fair
Sat., Dec. 2, 2023, 12pm-4pm ET (IN-PERSON)
Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center
450 West Ohio Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202
*Copies of Hometowns to Hollywood: Vol. I & II will be sold at this event.*
Mix and mingle with more than 60 authors during the Indiana Historical Society’s annual Holiday Author Fair! This event will take place Saturday, Dec. 2 from Noon to 4 p.m. Admission to the author fair is included with general admission to the Indiana Historical Society. Author Fair book topics will range from sports and biographies to youth historical fiction and politics along with, of course, a lot of Indiana history. IHS members will receive 10 percent off their entire Basile History Market purchase. Guests are encouraged to purchase their admission tickets in advance. Admission includes IHS’s award-winning exhibits and Festival of Trees, with more than 75 elaborate trees decorating the building. BUY TICKETS HERE.

A Classic Hollywood Christmas (Pt I)
Sun., Dec. 3, 2023, 2pm-3pm CT (IN-PERSON)
Roden Chicago
6083 N Northwest Hwy, Chicago, IL 60631
Ring in the holidays with some classic movie magic! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as she presents the history of several beloved holiday classics from the Golden Age of Hollywood, memorable performances, and the legacies of these films today. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. The registration link will be made available closer to the presentation date. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

A Classic Hollywood Christmas (Pt I)
Tues., Dec. 5, 2023, 7pm-8pm CT
Mid-Continent Public Library
Free Online Program via Zoom
Ring in the holidays with some classic movie magic! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as she presents the history of several beloved holiday classics from the Golden Age of Hollywood, memorable performances, and the legacies of these films today. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. REGISTER HERE.

Scrooge Through the Years
Weds., Dec. 6, 2023, 7pm-8pm ET
Sachem Public Library
Free Online Program via Zoom
Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol inspired many film adaptations and notable portrayals of his novella’s protagonist, Scrooge. Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as she presents various classic iterations of A Christmas Carol, memorable moments and portrayals, as well as the legacy of Scrooge and Dickens today. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. REGISTER HERE.

A Classic Television Christmas
Thurs., Dec. 7, 2023, 7pm-8pm CT (IN-PERSON)
Elk Grove Village Library
1001 Wellington Ave, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
As television grew in popularity, so did the seasonal Christmas special. Many classic television shows portray their beloved characters celebrating the holidays and entertaining special guests–including Santa! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a presentation about classic television Christmas shows and what made them special. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories.
REGISTER FOR ZOOM.
REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON.

Bad Boys & Girls: The Characters We Love to Hate
Sat., Dec. 9. 2023, 2pm-3pm CT (IN-PERSON)
Uptown Library
929 W Buena Ave, Chicago, IL 60613
While many classic film characters are honorable or heroic, others are certainly the opposite. Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a presentation on the stellar performances of actors who portrayed some of the not-so-nice characters in classic Hollywood cinema—the characters whom audiences loved to hate. The program will include a multimedia presentation of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. REGISTER.

Christmas with Laurel & Hardy and Friends
Sat., Dec. 9, 2023, 3pm CT (IN-PERSON)
Sanfilippo Palais de Musique
PRIVATE EVENT.

A Classic Television Holiday
Weds., Dec. 13, 2023, 7pm-8pm ET
Southold Free Library
Free Online Program via Zoom
As television grew in popularity, so did the seasonal holiday special. Many classic television shows portray their beloved characters celebrating the holidays and entertaining special guests–including Santa! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a presentation about classic television holiday shows and what made them special. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. REGISTER.

A Classic Hollywood Christmas (Pt. I)
Sat., Dec. 16. 2023, 10am-11am CT (IN-PERSON)
Edgebrook Library
5331 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60646
Ring in the holidays with some classic movie magic! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as she presents the history of several beloved holiday classics from the Golden Age of Hollywood, memorable performances, and the legacies of these films today. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. REGISTER.

A Classic Television Christmas
Sat., Dec. 16, 2023, 2pm-3pm CT (IN-PERSON)
Messenger Public Library
113 Oak St, North Aurora, IL 60542
As television grew in popularity, so did the seasonal Christmas special. Many classic television shows portray their beloved characters celebrating the holidays and entertaining special guests–including Santa! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a presentation about classic television Christmas shows and what made them special. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. REGISTER.

A Classic Hollywood Christmas (Pt I)
Mon., Dec. 18, 2023, 1pm-2pm CT (IN-PERSON)
Helen Plum Public Library
411 S Main St, Lombard, IL 60148
Ring in the holidays with some classic movie magic! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as she presents the history of several beloved holiday classics from the Golden Age of Hollywood, memorable performances, and the legacies of these films today. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. REGISTER.

A Classic Television Christmas
Tues., Dec. 19, 2023, 9am-10am CT (IN-PERSON)
Patty Turner Center
375 Elm St, Deerfield, IL 60015
As television grew in popularity, so did the seasonal Christmas special. Many classic television shows portray their beloved characters celebrating the holidays and entertaining special guests–including Santa! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a presentation about classic television Christmas shows and what made them special. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. PRIVATE.

A Night at the Oscars: Best Picture Spotlight
Thurs., Dec. 21, 2023, 1pm-2pm CT
CJE SeniorLife
Free Online Program via Zoom
It’s time to get red carpet ready and delve into the history of the Best Picture category! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as she presents the evolution of the Best Picture category, memorable Best Picture contenders, and this year’s nominees. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. PRIVATE.

A Classic Television Christmas
Thurs., Dec. 21, 2023, 7pm-8pm CT
Flossmoor Public Library
Free Online Program via Zoom
As television grew in popularity, so did the seasonal Christmas special. Many classic television shows portray their beloved characters celebrating the holidays and entertaining special guests–including Santa! Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a presentation about classic television Christmas shows and what made them special. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips, and captivating stories. REGISTER.