
Jim Gibbons: The Good Ship Lollipop – The Life of Shirley Temple
September 5, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm 2001 West Algonquin Road, Algonquin, IL 60102
When times were tough during the Great Depression, there was one tiny, spunky, curly-haired, adorable little girl that American families could count on to put a smile on their face and brighten their hearts. Her name was Shirley Temple. Historian Jim Gibbons will discuss the life and many accomplishments of Shirley Temple. Gibbons will explain how through movies, television shows and in person, Temple had an impact that warmed the hearts of many and still continues to today.