The Big Read is back!
Adults and children will enjoy this month-long celebration of Zora Neale Hurston’s classic novel, Their Eyes Were Watching God. The month is packed with both adult-only and child-friendly programs.
February 2010
Kick-off Celebration with Valerie Boyd
Friday, February 5, 2010 ~ 7:00 p.m.
Columbus Public Library
Well begin our celebration with noted Zora Neale Hurston biographer, Valerie Boyd, whose book Wrapped in Rainbows is the first definitive biography of the enigmatic author. Following Ms. Boyd’s presentation, we will have refreshments, music, and the opportunity to purchase books and mingle with the biographer.
Sweet Honey in the Rock
Friday, February 19, 2010 ~ 7:00 p.m.
RiverCenter for the Performing Arts
The internationally renowned ensemble, Sweet Honey in the Rock, bring their unique a cappella style to the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts. For ticket information visit www.rivercenter.org or call the box office at 706-256-3612.
(Family friendly)
Zora!
Wednesday, February 24, 2010 ~ 7:00 p.m.
Columbus Public Library
The American Place Theatre of New York City brings Zora Neale Hurston to life in a one woman show the entire family will enjoy. A discussion will follow the presentation.
Ethiopia Awakening: The Artists of the Harlem Renaissance
Thursday, February 25, 2010 ~ 7:00 p.m.
Columbus Museum
Columbus State University Professor Dr. Claire Black McCoy will present a look back at the Cultural Revolution known as the Harlem Renaissance.
Zora Hurston and the Chinaberry Tree
Fridays & Saturdays, February 19 – March 6, 2010 ~ 7:30 p.m.
Rose Hill Baptist Church 2100 Hamilton Road
The Family Theatre presents this dramatization of William Miller’s book. In it we meet the young Zora Neale Hurston. Zora was a child of imagination and loved to hear the African-American folktales told by the people in her community. A perfect evening for the entire family! Tickets $5.00 – $8.00. For more information please visit Family Theatre online or call 706.536.8052.
Book Adventures for Children
Saturday, February 27, 2010 ~ 2:00 p.m.
Columbus Public Library
Ms. Hurston was also the author of numerous books for children. We’ll be reading two books inspired by her – What’s the Hurry, Fox? and The Six Fools.
The Big Read Film Series
02/11 ~ Their Eyes Were Watching God (Not Rated)
02/16 ~ Zora’s Roots (Not Rated)
02/18 ~ Zora is My Name! (Not Rated)
As a part of the Big Read activities, the Columbus Public Library will present three films about Zora Neale Hurston a feature film version of Their Eyes Were Watching God, a documentary about the author, and a filmed play of her writings and music. All three movies will be shown in the Columbus Public Library Auditorium beginning at 7:00 pm.
For more information
Contact: Henry McCoy @ 706-243-2689
[email protected]
Sponsored by the Chattahoochee Valley Libraries, the Muscogee County Friends of Libraries, Sunny 100 and WRBL News 3. The Big Read is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest.
