Jack Benny: An Illinois Original
Sat, Feb 28
|DeKalb Public Library
Celebrate a national icon
Time & Location
Feb 28, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL 60115, USA
About the event
Jack Benny is regarded as one of the top comedians in American history, shining in vaudeville, radio, television, and film, while making a huge impact upon the sitcom genre. Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a special “Hometowns to Hollywood” tribute to Jack Benny, as she discusses his career, legacy, and early years in Waukegan, IL, in a multimedia presentation.
This event is intended for adults. Registration is not required. This is part of the America 250 initiative: celebrating our nation throughout the year. It is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
For more information, contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114.