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10:00 am
Big Read Kick-off
Location: Illinois State Library, Springfield, Illinois 62701
The Big Read kicks-off with an announcement by libary and public officials at the Illinois State Library. Copies of "Fahrenheit 451" will be distribute in Springfield and surrounding communities throughout the day.
11:30 am
The Big Read-In-City-Wide Read
Location: Washington Park, Quincy, Illinois 62301
The Big Read Kick-Off event in Quincy.
7:00 pm
Quincy Book Club Discussion
Location: Quincy Public Libary, Quincy, IL 62305
The four book clubs of the Quincy Public Library discussed "Fahrenheit 451" during the month of September.
6:00 pm
Quincy Book Club
Location: Quincy Public Library, Quincy, IL 62305
The four book clubs of the Quincy Public Library discussed "Fahrenheit 451" during the month of September.
7:00 pm
The End of Reading, the Future of Scholarly Publishing
Location: Brookens Auditorium, Springfield, Illinois 62703
Dr. William Sisler, Director of the Harvard University Press, will speak on "The End of Reading, the Future of Scholarly Publishing" at the keynote event at the University of Illinois at Springfield. Dr. Sisler will address themes raised in the National Endowment for the Art’s report “Reading at Risk” and in “Fahrenheit 451.” The event is free and open to the public with a reception; and it is sponsored by the Friends of Brookens Library, the Office of the Provost, UIS, and the University of Illinois Press, in celebration of the 90th anniversary of the U of I Press.
2:00 pm
"Fahrenheit 451" Film and Book Discusion
Location: Lincoln Library, Springfield, Illinois 62701
The 1966 film "Fahrenheit 451" will be shown in the Carnegie Room.
6:00 pm
Future World Science Fiction Film Festival
Location: Quincy Public Library, Quincy, Illinois 62301
A science fiction film "The Island" will be screened as part of the Big Read program.
6:00 pm
Quincy Book Club
Location: Quincy Public, Quincy, IL 62305
The four book clubs of the Quincy Public Library discussed "Fahrenheit 451" during the month of September.
7:00 pm
Fiction Faction Book Discussion
Location: Lincoln Library, Springfield, Illinois 62701
"Fahrenheit 451" will be discussed in the Carnegie Room.
9:00 am
Doing the Right Thing
Location: 110 N. Eleventh Street, Springfield, Illinois 62703
As part of the Springfield Urban League's literacy promotion program --- Do the Right Thing --- The Big Read and "Fahrenheit 451" will be discussed.
6:00 pm
Future World Science Fiction Film Festival
Location: Quincy Public Library, Quincy, Illinois 63205
The film "Gattaca" will be screened and discussed.
6:00 pm
Quincy Book Club
Location: Quncy Public Library, Quincy, Illinois 62305
The four book clubs of the Quincy Public Library discussed "Fahrenheit 451" during the month of September.
8:00 pm
"Fahrenheit 451" Second Life Book Discussion
Location: Alliance Library System, East Peoria, Illinois 61611
Ricardo Maxito will lead a book discussion on "Fahrenheit 451" on Bradbury Island in SecondLife.
6:00 pm
Future World Science Fiction Film Festival
Location: Quincy Public Library, Quincy, Illinois 62305
The 1966 film version of "Fahrenheit 451" will be screened and the book will be discussed.
8:00 pm
"Fahrenheit 451" SecondLife Book Discussion
Location: Alliance Library System, East Peoria, Illinois 61611
A discussion of "Fahrenheit 451" will be held on September 29 at 6 pm Pacific/8 pm central/9 pm Eastern on Bradburyville Island in SecondLife.
8:00 pm
"Fahrenheit 451" SecondLife Book Discussion
Location: Alliance Library System, East Peoria, Illinois 61611
A discussion of "Fahrenheit 451" will be held on on Tuesday September 30 at 6 pm Pacific/8 pm central/9 pm Eastern at Bradburyville Island in Second Life.
6:00 pm
Virtual Wars: Censorship Online: Teen Open Forum
Location: Quincy Public Library, Quincy, Illinois 62305
Is internet censorship modern day book-burning? Join us in an open forum just for teens to discuss internet censorship and the freedom of speech challenges of a digital generation. The program will use the history of banned sites and historic legal cases outlining internet regulations as discussion starters, but teens are invited to share their experiences and thoughts as well.
6:00 pm
Fahrenheit 451: From Fiction to Reality? Community-wide Read
Location: Great Debate Books, Quincy, Illinois 62305
Find out how the core themes of the classic science fiction novel, Fahrenheit 451 translate to today's society. This event will feature a panel discussion, moderated by experts in the fields of media, psychology, law and literature, will answer some "burning" questions from the book. Are the topics raised in the book such as freedom of expression and censorship still relevant today? Find out what the experts have to say and weigh in on the issue. Refreshments will be provided.
2:00 pm
"Fahrenheit 451" Book Discussion
Location: Lincoln Library, Springfield, Illinois 62701
"Fahrenheit 451" will be discussed in the Carnegie Room.
4:00 pm
SecondLife Kick-Off
Location: Alliance Library System, East Peoria, Illinois 61611
The Big Read campaign in the virtual world of Second Life kicks off with a tour of a virtual world dedicated to Ray Bradbury.
6:00 pm
"Bradbury The Man"
Location: Alliance Library System, East Peoria, Illinois 61611
Dr. Loren Logsdon, an English professor at Eureka College and a lifelong Ray Bradbury scholar, will speak at this programs to be broadcast over the Internet and into Second Life and Teen Second Life. This program will consist of personal stories about Ray Bradbury, especially his two visits to Eureka College, where he met students and gave lectures on his life and works.
8:00 pm
"Dandelion Wine" Teen SecondLife Book Discussion
Location: Alliance Library System, East Peoria, Illinois 61611
A book discussion of "Dandelion Wine" by Ray Bradbury, author of "Fahrenheit 451", will be held in Teen Second Life on Eye4You Alliance at 6 pm Pacific/8 pm central/9 pm Eastern on October 7.
12:00 pm
Ray Bradbury - Illinois Author for Internation Visitors
Location: Illinois State Library, Springfield, IL 62701
Etched into the Indiana limestone on the fifth story frieze of the Illinois State Library in Springfield, are the names of 35 of Illinois' most distinguished authors, including Ray Bradbury. The Big Read and "Fahrenheit 451" are the subjects of discussion. The discussion is held in conjunction with a visit by library workers from Africa.
11:00 am
Illinois College Homecoming Parade
Location: Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, IL 62650
The Jacksonville Fire Department will decorate a truck with the Big Read banner to promote "Fahrenheit 451" in the IC homecoming parade.
7:00 pm
Jacksonville Big Read
Location: Jacksonville, Jacksonville, IL 62650
"Fahrenheit 451" was discussed widely discussed in the community from mid-October through mid-November. Dr. Bess Capo conducted a book discussion; a discussion was held for ESL participatants with the assistance of the Beardstown Memorial Public Library; the 1966 film was screened; and a discussion was held at the North Green Correctional Center. The book was also discussed at Jacksonville High School.
8:00 pm
Welcome to Greentown: Dandelion Wine
Location: Alliance Library System, East Peoria, Illinois 61611
Dr. Loren Logsdon, an English professor at Eureka College and a lifelong Ray Bradbury scholar, will speak at this program to be broadcast over the Internet and into Second Life and Teen Second Life. This program is an invitation to visit Greentown, Illinois, the setting for Bradbury's "Dandelion Wine". You will meet some of the interesting people who live there: a seventy-two year old woman who never had a childhood, a human time machine, and a mysterious, shadowy figure called the Lonely One. Dr. Logsdon will tell of his experiences teaching the novel and explain why it is such an important work.
6:30 pm
Friends of Sherman Library Book Club
Location: Sherman Public Library, Sherman, Illinois 62684
"Fahrenheit 451" will be discussed.
7:00 pm
"Fahrenheit 451" Screening
Location: University of Illinois at Springfield, Springfield, Illinois 62703
Free movie screening of "Fahrenheit 451" and book discussion for UIS Campus Community, but also open to the public.
10:00 am
MAC TV
Location: Downtown Jacksonville, Jacksonville, Illinois 62650
The Big Read Banner will appear in the MAC Homecoming Parade to promote The Big Read in West Central Illinois and "Fahrenheit 451." The homecoming will have a television theme.
8:00 pm
"A Visit to the Future: Fahrenheit 451"
Location: Alliance Library System, East Peoria, Illinois 60611
Dr. Loren Logsdon, an English professor at Eureka College and a lifelong Ray Bradbury scholar, will speak at this program to be broadcast over the Internet and into Second Life and Teen Second Life. The third program is a visit to the future, to the unnamed city in Fahrenheit 451, a place that is the exact opposite of Greentown. Bradbury describes a future that is not compatible with human happiness. We and follow Montag, a fireman who destroys books, and his gradual awakening to the need to seek a better way to live. If time permits, we will look at two other books: "The October Country" and "Something Wicked This Way Comes."
4:00 pm
Big Read Reading
Location: Southeast High School, Springfield, IL 62704
Springfield Urban League 21st Century Program students participate in a reading program in conjunction with "The Big Read in West Central Illinois"
6:30 pm
Rcohester Reads Book Discussion
Location: Rochester Public Library, Rochester, Illinois 62563
"Fahrenheit 451" will be discussed.
12:00 pm
Ray Bradbury - Illinois Author for International Visitors
Location: Illinois State Library, Springfield, IL 62701
Etched into the Indiana limestone on the fifth story frieze of the Illinois State Library in Springfield, are the names of 35 of Illinois' most distinguished authors, including Ray Bradbury. The Big Read and "Fahrenheit 451" are the subjects of discussion. The discussion is held in conjunction with a visit by library workers from Africa.
1:30 pm
Is the Book Always Better than the Movie?
Location: Rochester Public Library, Rochester, Illinois 62563
A movie matinee of "Fahrenheit 451" will be screened and discussed with the 1966 film being compared and contrasted with the book.
4:00 pm
Big Read Reading
Location: Springfield High School, Springfield, IL 62704
Springfield Urban League 21st Century Program students participate in a reading program in conjunction with "The Big Read in West Central Illinois"
12:00 pm
Topics to Chew On
Location: Rochester Public Library, Rochester, Illinois 62563
"Remembering When" is a fire prevention program for senior citiznes ith Capt. Bill Capella. Registration is required by Oct. 25, and a donation towards the cost of lunch is appreciated. The Big Read will be promoted and discussed during the program.
5:30 pm
"Fahrenheit 451" Student Art Opening
Location: Brookens Library, Springfield, Illinois 62703
Prizes and Awards Ceremony in Mary Jane's Cafe, Lower Level of Brookens Library. Refreshments will be provided by BEVANDE.
The library will stay open beyond closing time for the art show, Admission is FREE and this event is open to the public. Library will be open until 7 pm. The student artworks will be on display through the end of the Fall semester.
12:00 pm
The Big Read: "Fahrenheit 451"
Location: Illinois State Library Talking Book and Braille Service, Springfield, Illinois 62701
Dr. Loren Logsdon, a Bradbury scholar, is the featured speaker during this on-site and online discussion hosted by the Illinois State Library Talking Book. The program will be available in Springfield, Decatur, Chicago, East Peoria and Geneva.
7:00 pm
An Evening with Ray Bradbury
Location: Brookens Auditorium, University of Illinois Springfield, Springfield, IL 62703
Dr. Loren Logdson of Eureka College, a friend of Bradbury and expert on his writings, will open the evening with a short address about Bradbury and the importance of his works. Logdson will then interview Bradbury, who will be at his home in Los Angeles. The Illinois Center for the Book will present Bradbury with the Illinois Literary Heritage Award, and the evening will conclude with a free reception in the restaurant on the lower level of the UIS Public Affairs Center.
7:00 pm
"Fahrenheit 451" Book Discussion
Location: Macomb Public Library District, Macomb, IL 61455
The Friends of the Macomb Public Libary District will host a book discussion about the title chosen for The Big Read in West Central Illinois.
