MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – The Gibson Museum and Cultural Center will host an old-fashioned, 1930s-style afternoon of fun and entertainment on Saturday, Jan. 18.

The event will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Middletown Senior Center, 21256 Washington St.

Join the group for a kickoff fundraiser supporting the Gibson Museum and Cultural Center, to be located in the historic Gibson Library building.

Karen Melander-Magoon will shed her operatic persona for the day to offer up songs made famous by jazz stars of old – Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Anita O'Day and others – backed by the able fingers of AJ Franks on his keyboard.

Seating is limited to 70 persons, so reservations are required.

To reserve your space online visit www.cgibsonmuseum.com. The cost is $15 per person. PayPal and all major credit cards are accepted.

Checks also may be mailed to the Gibson Museum, P.O. Box 31, Middletown, CA 95461, or call 707-987-2349, 707-987-2045 or 707-987-9721 for more information.