Celebrate the timeless magic of Hollywood’s ultimate icon as we honor Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday!
Sunday, May 31st join us for an evening of fun! Award Winning Novelist Mima Tipper Book Sale @ 5:30 Mima Tipper reads an excerpt from “Channeling Marilyn” followed by a discussion @ 6pm Screening of Marilyn’s classic comedy “Some Like It Hot” @ 6:45pm Followed by Marilyn themed cupcakes!
Time & Location
May 31, 2026, 5:30 PM
Big Picture Theater & Cafe, 48 Carroll Rd, Waitsfield, VT 05673, USA
About the event
Mima Tipper
Mima Tipper is an award-winning author of children’s fiction. Her debut novel Kat’s Greek Summer is the 2025 winner of the Vermont Book Award for Children’s Fiction and the silver medalist for Young Adult(YA) fiction in the 2025 Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards. Her new novel Channeling Marilyn is a YA paranormal, freshly released in time to celebrate Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday. Beyond devoting most of her time to writing and being an author, Mima helps at Inklings Children’s Books, and is committed to promoting literacy and supporting the writing community. Mima lives in Waitsfield in the winter and South Hero in the summer.
Celebrate the timeless magic of Hollywood’s ultimate icon as we honor Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday!
The Legend Behind the Lens
Born Norma Jeane Mortenson, Marilyn rose from a difficult childhood to become the definitive star of the 20th century. Her unique blend of vulnerability and magnetic charm captured the world’s imagination. She quickly transformed from a popular model into a box-office powerhouse, defying studio expectations and redefining modern celebrity culture.
A Masterclass in Comedy: Some Like It Hot
While she starred in numerous classics, her performance in Billy Wilder’s 1959 masterpiece Some Like It Hot remains a crowning achievement. Playing the ukulele-playing Sugar Kane, Marilyn showcased brilliant comedic timing alongside Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon. Her performance earned her a Golden Globe and cemented the film’s status as one of the greatest comedies in cinema history.
Why Marilyn Matters Today
Marilyn Monroe remains one of the most influential figures in modern film and pop culture. Actors still study her comedic timing and captivating screen presence, while her iconic style continues to inspire fashion, music, and film today. Beyond her image, Marilyn also challenged Hollywood studio control to gain creative freedom, helping shape the path for future entertainers. Her legacy endures because she perfectly blends classic Hollywood glamour with the emotional depth of modern celebrity culture.
Join us in raising a glass to a century of Marilyn, an enduring symbol of talent, beauty, and resilience.
Evening schedule
@ 5:30 Purchase your copy of Channeling Marilyn by Mima Tipper from Inkling Bookstore in the lobby
@ 6:00 Enjoy a reading and short discussion with the author
@ 6:45 Screening of Marilyn’s 1959 classic “Some Like It Hot.”
Finish the night off with Marilyn themed cupcakes!
Hosted By: The Bigger Picture Community Fund
A Free Community Event
