When the famed “Action Painter” Jackson Pollock referred to his former teacher Thomas Hart Benton as “something against which to react,” he neglected to acknowledge the debt he owed to the man Harry S. Truman once called “the best damn painter in America.” Learn the whole story when Jeff Mishur returns for this Zoom program. Registration required.

Join us for a hands-on experience as we guide you through the history of matcha and the art of preparing matcha tea using authentic Japanese tools. We’ll also explore the health benefits of matcha, tips for storing the tea, and delicious matcha recipes. The program Includes two matcha tea tastings.

Registration required. For adults and older teens.

Political analyst Paul Lisnek will moderate a non-partisan panel discussion with Chicagoland university professors Steven E. Schwinn and Robert E. Shaprio on topics of the First Amendment, power structure of the federal branches, and an update on the recent cases heard by the supreme court. Presented in partnership with multiple Chicago area public libraries.