“Journalism and Social Media” at The Whiteside Forum

The Whiteside Forum continues its series exploring Mass Media in Modern Society hosting Beth Hafner as speaker on Thursday February 26, 2015. The free public event takes place in the Program Room of Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, beginning at 6:30 p.m.  There will be time

The Whiteside Forum: Mass Media Culture, Bias, and Censorship

“The Whiteside Forum will be hosting presentations dealing with Mass Media in Modern Society over the next few months,” stated Marc Adami.  “How does news, entertainment, and advertising get to you and improve your life, via print, TV, radio, movies, or the internet?  How do we influence the media?” he

December 6 Soup Supper at Church of St. Anne

During the Chamber of Commerce Christmas Walk events, Saturday, December 6, 2014, plan to stop for a hearty, warming meal between 400 and 7:00 p.m., at The Episcopal Church of St. Anne, 401 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL.  Four types of soups will meet the tastes of everyone, but they

Constitution Trivia Night October 23

Question:  When is United States Constitution Day ? Answer:  September 17. The Whiteside Forum will host Quiz Master Adam Smith and a 50-question Trivia Contest on the U. S. Constitution, on Thursday, October 23, 2014.  Everyone is welcome to bring their skill and knowledge to the event, which focuses on

Weck Returns to The Whiteside Forum September 25

The Whiteside Forum will host a presentation by Angela Weck on “Russia-Ukraine Relations” on Thursday, September 25, 2014, in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, starting at 6:30 p.m.  Weck is the Executive Director of the Peoria[, IL,] Area World Affairs Council

“Indigenous People, Their Rights & Perspectives”

The Whiteside Forum hosts its Spring conference, featuring “Human Rights:  Indigenous People, Their Rights & Perspectives,” on Friday, April 11, 2014.  The event takes place in the City of Morrison Community Room, at the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  The general public is urged to attend

Whale Rider Film February 27

The Whiteside Forum is hosting a movie night, Thursday February 27, 2014, featuring “Whale Rider,” directed by Niki Caro and starring Keisha Castle-Hughes.  It is at Odell Public Library in the City of Morrison Community Room, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  The start time is 6:30 p.m., and the

The Whiteside Forum Hosts Movie Night

At our next event The Whiteside Forum will host the movie “Whale Rider.”  It is about a young Maori girl and her family and community in New Zealand.  This 2002 film won many awards before its July 4, 2003, release in the United States. “Whale Rider,” starring Keisha Castle-Hughes, will

Whiteside Forum: Human and Civil Rights and Civility

We continue our exploration of Human Rights at our next Whiteside Forum event Thursday January 23, 2014, at 6:30 p.m., in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library.  The library is located at 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  The public in cordially invited to attend the first program

The Whiteside Forum Tackles Human Rights

The Whiteside Forum will kick off another season of presentations and discussions on Thursday, September 26, 2013, with Blaine Mineman of Amnesty International.  This and future events are held in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., at 307 S. Madison Street, in Morrison,

Whiteside Forum: Work and the World Economy

The Whiteside Forum will present “Think Global, Act Local:  Work and the World Economy” on Friday night April 19, 2013, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.  Our guest speaker is Dr. Jannett Highfill, economist, editor, and poet.  This event will be held in the Community Room of the Odell Public Library,

Whiteside Forum “Think Global, Act Local: Transportation”

The Whiteside Forum invites the public to its latest topical presentation, “Think Global, Act Local:  Transportation,” on Thursday, February 28, 2013, in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  The program begins at 6:30 p.m. with guest speaker Gary Meden, Deputy for Programs

Gary Meden to Speak at Whiteside Forum

The Whiteside Forum presents “Think Global, Act Local:  Transportation” on Thursday, February 28, 2013, in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, at 6:30 p.m.  Guest speaker is Gary Meden, at left, Deputy for Programs and Project Management, Rock Island District, U. S.

January 24 Whiteside Forum: Don Beswick

The Whiteside Forum presents “Think Global, Act Local:  Agriculture” on Thursday January 24, 2013, in the Program Room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with guest speaker Don Beswick of Morrison.  Don is an officer at Community State Bank,

Don Beswick to Speak at Whiteside Forum

The Whiteside Forum presents “Think Global, Act Local:  Agriculture” on Thursday, January 24, 2013, in the program room of the Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL.  The presentation begins at 6:30 p.m. with guest speaker Don Beswick of Morrison.  All Forum events are free and open to