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entertainment1 month ago•15 min saved

Kirk Cameron Leaves California Over 'Terrible' Politics for Tennessee

Growing Pains star Kirk Cameron said on the Adam Carolla Podcast that he moved from California to Tennessee to escape the state’s “terrible politics” and other challenges of raising a family, noting that his kids’ move-out highlighted California’s high costs and political climate. He praised Nashville for its creative community and family-friendly values and said he hopes to return to California someday, though for now he’s thriving in Tennessee.

via Variety|

#california-politics #entertainment #growing-pains

entertainment2 years ago•6 min saved

"Kirk Cameron Unveils Controversial TV Series Criticizing Woke Hollywood"

Kirk Cameron, known for his Christian beliefs and wholesome children's books, announced a new children's TV program, "Adventures with Iggy and Mr. Kirk," aimed at providing wholesome and engaging entertainment for kids while reflecting Christian values. The show, set to launch in August 2024, will star Cameron and Leigh-Allyn Baker and is described as a blend of "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood" with modern energy and humor. Cameron aims to fill a void in children's television and create a show that parents can trust, free from what he sees as the influence of "woke Hollywood." The series will be crowd-funded and offers various tiers of participation for supporters.

via Yahoo Life|

#brave-books #childrens-entertainment #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•6 min saved

"Kirk Cameron Unveils Groundbreaking TV Series, Criticizes Woke Hollywood"

Kirk Cameron, known for his Christian beliefs and wholesome children's books, announced a new children's TV program, "Adventures with Iggy and Mr. Kirk," aimed at providing wholesome and engaging entertainment for kids while reflecting Christian values. The show, set to launch in August 2024, will feature Cameron as Mr. Kirk and Leigh-Allyn Baker as Creative Leigh, and will be crowd-funded through Brave Books. Cameron aims to bridge the gap in children's television by offering content that is both wholesome and engaging, while also reflecting biblical and moral values.

via Fox News|

#brave-books #childrens-entertainment #entertainment

culture2 years ago•4 min saved

"Kirk Cameron and Riley Gaines' Book Event Canceled by Alabama Library"

Actor-writer Kirk Cameron, along with his publisher Brave Books and special guest Riley Gaines, have been informed that their planned book reading event at Madison Public Library in Huntsville, Alabama, cannot be accommodated due to concerns about logistics and safety. The library system cited the event's anticipated attendance exceeding capacity as the reason for the cancellation. The organizers, Moms for Liberty, failed to apply for an event permit in advance, and the city resources cannot support an event of this size on short notice. First Liberty Institute, the law firm representing Cameron and Brave Books, has threatened legal action, claiming unlawful religious viewpoint and content discrimination. Despite the cancellation, Cameron and Brave Books plan to continue with their scheduled events at other libraries.

via Yahoo Life|

#book-event #culture #kirk-cameron

entertainment2 years ago•4 min saved

Kirk Cameron's Library Event Canceled Amidst Controversy

Actor-writer Kirk Cameron and women's sports advocate Riley Gaines have been informed that their planned book event at Madison Public Library in Huntsville, Alabama, on Saturday has been canceled due to concerns about logistics and safety. The library system cited the event's anticipated attendance of over 300 people, which exceeds the library's capacity. The organizers are challenging the decision, and Kirk Cameron's publisher, Brave Books, has threatened legal action, claiming unlawful discrimination. Despite the cancellation, Cameron and Brave Books plan to continue with their scheduled events at other libraries on Saturday.

via Fox News|

#book-event #cancellation #entertainment

society3 years ago•4 min saved

Tennessee Library Director Fired for 'Unkind Pushback' at Conservative Event with Kirk Cameron.

The director of a Tennessee library has been fired following accusations of "unkind pushback" during a Christian children's reading event hosted by actor Kirk Cameron. The event, held in February, was also attended by "Duck Dynasty" star Missy Robertson and swimmer Riley Gaines. The library director, Allan Morales, had voiced concerns about the size of the event and whether it should be moved to a nearby church. The event went ahead, but police say the library received 14 emails from a single account alluding to deaths and a plan to blow up the building.

via Fox News|

#brave-books #controversy #kirk-cameron

society3 years ago•1 min saved

Library Director Fired Over Kirk Cameron Event Pushback

The Hendersonville library director, Allan Morales, was fired by the Sumner County Library Board in a 4-3 vote, allegedly due to his treatment of Christian actor Kirk Cameron and others associated with an event in February at the library. The event was in conjunction with Brave Books and included former University of Kentucky women's swimmer Riley Gaines and Missy Robertson of “Duck Dynasty." Cameron posted on his Facebook page about the event that included "unkind pushback" from one disgruntled librarian.

via Tennessean|

#allan-morales #brave-books #hendersonville

society3 years ago•1 min saved

Controversy Surrounding Hendersonville Library's Christian Events Leads to Director's Firing and Threats.

The Hendersonville Public Library Director, Allan Morales, has been fired after a 4-3 vote by the Sumner County Library Board. The decision came after a bomb threat was called into the library, which was linked to Fox News' coverage of a children's story hour held there at the end of February. The story hour was put on by Christian actor Kirk Cameron and his publishing company as part of the promotion of his new children's book. The event drew hundreds of people and packed the library. Police are still investigating the threats.

via WKRN News 2|

#bomb-threat #hendersonville #kirk-cameron

society3 years ago•2 min saved

Library Director Fired Over Kirk Cameron Event Controversy.

The Sumner County Library Board voted 4-3 to terminate Hendersonville Public Library director Allan Morales after accusations by actor and author Kirk Cameron, former swimmer Riley Gaines, and "Duck Dynasty" personality Missy Robertson. Morales was accused of giving pushback to the celebrity guests during a children's reading event. The accusations went viral, leading to harassment and a bomb threat. County Mayor John Isbell is calling for healing in the community.

via News Channel 5 Nashville|

#allan-morales #kirk-cameron #library

society3 years ago•2 min saved

Threats against Hendersonville library over Christian actor's story hour.

The Hendersonville Public Library in Tennessee has faced safety concerns after a bomb threat was made following weeks of allegations in conservative media outlets. The library director has called for increased police presence and a cease and desist letter to be sent to the event host after multiple threats were made since a children's story hour held by Christian actor Kirk Cameron and his publishing company in February. The library staff has been accused of disrespecting Cameron's First Amendment rights, but the Hendersonville and Sumner County Mayor have defended the library. Police are investigating the threat.

via WKRN News 2|

#bomb-threat #conservative-media #hendersonville-public-library