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500 Main Street
Hartford, CT 06103-3075
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3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
10:00 am
TUNE IN ON THURSDAYS
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Join us on Thursday mornings for a Big Read gathering. Hear live readings and recorded excerpts from the book. Light refreshments.
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
7:00 pm
KEYNOTE EVENT: HORTON FOOTE
Location: Hartford Stage, Hartford, CT 06113
Academy and Pulitzer Prize Winner Horton Foote, who wrote the screenplay for "To Kill a Mockingbird," will join Hartford Stage artistic director Michael Wilson for a discussion of Harper Lee’s novel and its journey to the big screen, as well as his own work in theatre, television and film.
Admission is free and open to the public.
10:00 am
TUNE IN ON THURSDAYS
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Join us on Thursday mornings for a Big Read gathering. Hear live readings and recorded excerpts from the book. Light refreshments.
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
10:00 am
TUNE IN ON THURSDAYS
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Join us on Thursday mornings for a Big Read gathering. Hear live readings and recorded excerpts from the book. Light refreshments.
4:30 pm
Big Read Kickoff Event
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
All ages. Students and staff from the Hartford Stage Education Department present performances inspired by "To Kill A Mockingbird".
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
10:00 am
TUNE IN ON THURSDAYS
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Join us on Thursday mornings for a Big Read gathering. Hear live readings and recorded excerpts from the book. Light refreshments.
2:00 pm
THE DOWNTOWN BOOK CLUB: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Guest facilitator David Holdt, who recently retired from 30 years as Writer-in-Residence at Watkinson School and continues to teach at University of Hartford, will guide participants’ discussion of Harper Lee’s potent novel "To Kill a Mockingbird."
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
ON BECOMING AN AMERICAN: MELTING POT OR SALAD BOWL
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
A showing of the film "To Kill A Mockingbird" will serve as a starting point for ABE and ESOL students to understand how the constitution was designed to protect the rights of all citizens, but also has limitations because of historical and current prejudices. Students will read from list of literary classics designed for emergent readers that closely tie in with the themes of discrimination and civil rights, and discuss whether "Becoming an American" brings us together or apart If your class is interested in participating please call (860) 695-6334.
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
10:00 am
TUNE IN ON THURSDAYS
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Join us on Thursday mornings for a Big Read gathering. Hear live readings and recorded excerpts from the book. Light refreshments.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:00 pm
Book Discussion
Hartford , CT
Join the Girard Avenue Book Group as they discuss "To Kill a Mockingbird".
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:00 pm
FILM SCREENING: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Location: Wadsworth Atheneum Aetna Theater, Hartford, CT 06113
See the classic film, starring Gregory Peck.
2:00 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Congregation Beth Israel and Bethel A.M.E., Hartford, CT
Join Adventures Together in a discussion of the Harper Lee classic, "To Kill a Mockingbird".
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:00 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Granby Town Hall Meeting Room, Granby, CT 06035
Carole Schmurak leads a discussion of "To Kill A Mockingbird". Whether you're reading the book for the first time or re-reading it, join us to talk about this great American novel.
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
7:00 pm
Hartford Stage Talk
Location: Prosser Public Library, 1 Tunxis Ave., Bloomfield, CT 06002
Hartford Stage Company senior dramaturg Christopher Baker will speak about the behind the scenes production of the play, "To Kill a Mockingbird."
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
10:00 am
TUNE IN ON THURSDAYS
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Join us on Thursday mornings for a Big Read gathering. Hear live readings and recorded excerpts from the book. Light refreshments.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
6:00 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Join us at the Park Branch for a discussion on "To Kill a Mockingbird".
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
1:00 pm
Film: To Kill a Mockingbird
Location: West Hartford Public Library, West Hartford, CT 06107
In support of THE BIG READ, the Noah Webster Library will present the film, 'To Kill a Mockingbird' (1962).
7:30 pm
Lecture: Hartford Stage: To Kill a Mockingbird
Location: West Hartford Public Library, West Hartford, CT 06107
Senior Dramaturg of Hartford Stage, Christopher Baker, lectures on the upcoming production of "To Kill A Mockingbird"
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
8:00 am
FILM SCREENING: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
See the classic film, starring Gregory Peck.
5:30 pm
Movie Viewing
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Join us at the Ropkins Branch for a viewing of "To Kill a Mockingbird" starring Gregory Peck.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
10:00 am
TUNE IN ON THURSDAYS
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Join us on Thursday mornings for a Big Read gathering. Hear live readings and recorded excerpts from the book. Light refreshments.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:00 pm
WRITING WORKSHOP: THE ART OF ARGUMENT
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
The character of Atticus Finch in "To Kill a Mockingbird" may be one of the most famous fictitious lawyers in America. With Beverly Wall, who teaches writing and rhetoric at Trinity College, learn how to make a persuasive case--legal or otherwise—through crafting a compelling story.
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
6:30 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Andover Public Library, Andover, CT 06232
How many of us have read "To Kill A Mockingbird" since high school? Join us for our semi-monthly discussion group -- we'll provide the snacks. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk. Call 742-7428 for more information.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
Brown Bag It with a Film
Location: Lucy Robbins Welles Library, Newington, CT 06111
"Gregory Peck: His Own Man".
We will be screening a biography of Gregory Peck. Bring a brown bag lunch. Dessert and beverages will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
4:00 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Avery Heights, Hartford, CT
Join us for a discussion of "To Kill a Mockingbird".
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
10:00 am
FILM SCREENING: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
See the classic film, starring Gregory Peck.
5:30 pm
Movie Viewing
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Join us at the Ropkins Branch for a viewing of "To Kill a Mockingbird" starring Gregory Peck.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
10:00 am
TUNE IN ON THURSDAYS
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Join us on Thursday mornings for a Big Read gathering. Hear live readings and recorded excerpts from the book. Light refreshments.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Opening night
Location: Hartford Stage, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford Stage's opening night performance of the stage adaptation.
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
10:00 am
Mockingbird 2009: New Strategies for Approaching this American Classic
Location: Hartford Stage, Hartford, CT 06103
Theatre with a Critical Eye; a professional development program for teachers, theatregoers and enthusiasts. Participation includes: performance tickets, discussion with an invited scholar, meeting of cast or production team members, interactive workshop introducing new activities and classroom tools, and post show roundtable. CEUs available for teachers; all adults welcome! Call 860.520.7206 for more information.
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
12:30 pm
Pie Walk
Location: New Britain Public Library, New Britain, CT 06051
A chance to win the kind of Southern pie (or tart) enjoyed in the world of "To Kill A Mockingbird"- Pie "walks" at 12:45 and 1:15.
4:00 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Bentley Memorial Library, Bolton, CT
Join Carole Schmurak in a discussion of the award-winning classic "To Kill a Mockingbird", by Harper Lee.
6:00 pm
To Kill A Mockingbird-Book Discussion
Location: Manchester Community College Library Room A121, Manchester, CT 06045
"To Kill A Mockingbird" was published in 1960 and won the Pulitzer Prize in 1961. It has sold more than thirty million copies and has been translated in eighteen languages. English instructor Steven Torres discusses the major themes of Harper Lee's "To Kill A Mockingbird" : tolerance and justice.
6:00 pm
Role of Food in "To Kill a Mockingbird"
Location: Cora J. Belden Library, Rocky Hill, CT 06067
"To Kill a Mockingbird" is a classic example of a great Southern novel filled with culinary information. Join in an informal southern flavored potluck dinner and discussion of the role food played in the novel. For those wishing to attend the potluck dinner, please call 860-258-7621 for more information and to sign-up. Immediately precedes regular book discussion.
7:00 pm
Tuesday Evening Book Discussion
Location: Wethersfield Library, 515 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield, CT 06109
The Tuesday Evening Book Discussion will meet for a discussion of "To Kill a Mockingbird", facilitated by Liz Kirkpatrick. The evening is open to all and will be held in the Main Meeting Room of the newly renovated. No registration or fee is required
7:00 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Cora J. Belden Library, Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Scholar Jane Hoben will lead a discussion of "To Kill a Mockingbird." Copies of the book are available for loan at the library. No sign-up required.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
12:00 pm
Film Showing "The Color Purple"
Location: New Britain Public Library, New Britain, CT 06051
View "The Color Purple", Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize winning story of the life and trials of Celie, a young African American woman growing up in the early 1900s. Eleven Oscar nominations. Starring Whoopie Goldberg and Oprah Winfrey. First in a series of films with similar themes to those found in "To Kill A Mockingbird". Community Room.
3:30 pm
To Kill A Mockingbird-Book Discussion
Location: Manchester Community College Library Room A121, Manchester, CT 06045
Lucy Anne Hurston, Associate Professor of Sociology at Manchester Community College, will explore the way justice is distributed in Harper Lee's "To Kill A Mockingbird." Do the courts make humankind all equal as Atticus Finch believes, or do wealth and race play an inordinate role in the way justice is distributed? What prejudices do African Americans face in today's world? Are the issues that Harper Lee raises in the novel been resolved or are they ongoing?
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
6:30 pm
RICHARD CLARK AS ATTICUS FINCH
Location: Windsor Locks Public Library, Windsor Locks, CT 06096
Actor Richard Clark takes on the role of Atticus Finch, the hero of "To Kill a Mockingbird". Join us for this one man show.
7:00 pm
Evening Book Discussion Group
Location: Lucy Robbins Welles Library, Newington, CT 06111
This month's reading is The Big Read title, "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee. All interested persons are invited to attend.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
12:00 pm
Film Showing "To Kill A Mockingbird"
Location: New Britain Public Library, New Britain, CT 06051
View the film "To Kill A Mockingbird". Gregory Peck won an Oscar for his unforgettable portrayal of Atticus Finch. The film was nominated for eight Oscars and won three, including best screenplay by Horton Foote. Rated G. Community Room.
2:00 pm
WRITING WORKSHOP: THROUGH YOUNG EYES
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Asali Solomon, Visiting Assistant Professor of English at Trinity and author of the 2006 collection, "Get Down: Stories," will use "To Kill a Mockingbird" as a jumping off point to explore writing about youth and childhood from an adult author's perspective. Participants will trade ideas for how to bring forth a convincing youthful voice, do writing exercises and have the opportunity to share their work.
2:00 pm
On Writing Legal Fiction
Location: Tolland Public Library, Tolland, CT 06084
Author Steven Torres will conduct a workshop on writing legal fiction.
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:00 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Canton Public Library, Canton, CT
Join us for a book discussion of Harper Lee's classic novel, "To Kill a Mockingbird".
2:30 pm
FILM SCREENING: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
See the classic film, starring Gregory Peck.
7:00 pm
Film Screening: "To Kill a Mockingbird"
Location: Cora J. Belden Library, Rocky Hill, CT 06067
See the classic film, starring Gregory Peck.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
11:30 am
Brown Bag It with a Film
Location: Lucy Robbins Welles Library, Newington, CT 06111
"To Kill a Mockingbird". Come see this 1962 Academy Award-winning film starring Gregory Peck, Mary Badham and Brock Peters. The film is 130 minutes long so we’ll be starting the program early at 11:30. Bring a brown bag lunch. Beverages and dessert will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
1:30 pm
Film Screening: "To Kill a Mockingbird"
Location: Cora J. Belden Library, Rocky Hill, CT 06067
See the classic film, starring Gregory Peck.
4:00 pm
Women and the Great Depression
Location: Manchester Community College Room A121, Manchester, CT 06045
To promote the reading of "To Kill A Mockingbird" the Manchester Community College Library has scheduled a lecture and presentation on the role that women played during this historical period. What was it like for women during the Great Depression? Join Natalie Belanger, adjunct history professor at Manchester Community College as she explores how men and women experienced the Depression differently and how the New Deal brought women into public policy.
6:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Discussion
Location: Windsor Locks Public Library, Windsor Locks, CT 06096
Local author/educator Carole Shmurak leads a discussion of this beloved novel.
6:30 pm
Movie Screening- 12 Angry Men
Location: Kent Memorial Library, Suffield, CT 06078
Screening of the movie "12 Angry Men"
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
12:00 pm
Film Showing "In the Heat of the Night"
Location: New Britain Public Library, New Britain, CT 06051
"In the Heat of the Night" will be shown. An African American detective is asked to investigate a murder in a racist Southern town. Starring Sidney Poitier and Rod Steiger. Second in a series of films with similar themes to those found in "To Kill A Mockingbird". Community Room.
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
7:00 pm
David Holdt - To Kill a Mockingbird Discussion Leader
Location: New Britain Public Library, 20 High St., New Britain, CT 06051
Join a discussion of this classic led by David Holdt, recently retired Writer-in-Residence at Watkinson School in Hartford and presently teaching at the University of Hartford. Call 224-3155 EXT.125 for more information.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
6:30 pm
Wintonbury Book Discussion
Location: Wintonbury Branch Library, 1015 Blue Hills Ave., Bloomfield, CT 06002
Join this scholar led discussion of "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee facilitated by Dr. Roberta Tansman. Call the library for more information, 860-242-0041.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
10:00 am
Film Showing "To Kill A Mockingbird"
Location: Jefferson Branch-NBPL, New Britain, CT 06053
View the film "To Kill A Mockingbird". Gregory Peck won an Oscar for his unforgettable portrayal of Atticus Finch. The film was nominated for eight Oscars and won three, including best screenplay by Horton Foote. Rated G. Jefferson Branch. 860-225-4700.
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
1:00 pm
Airborne Jazz
Location: New Britain Public Library, New Britain, CT 06051
Airborne, the multi-cultural contemporary jazz group from New Haven, guides us through a history of jazz in the 1930s South with all its musical influences. Come treat your ears to the smooth sound of this acclaimed group of musicians and learn some music history at the same time! 860-224-3155 EXT. 125 for more information.
3:00 pm
BLUES AND AMERICAN ROOTS MUSIC
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Multi-media performance and lecture tracing the development of Blues music from South to the North. Presented by Dan Stevens.
3:00 pm
Film Showing
Location: Canton Public Library, Canton, CT
A showing of "To Kill a Mockingbird", starring Gregory Peck.
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
1:30 pm
Film Showing, "To Kill a Mockingbird"
Location: Wethersfield Library, 515 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield, CT 06109
The Academy Award winning screen adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird" is ranked 34 on the American Film Institute's list of the 100 Greatest American Films. The film is rated G. Enjoy the popcorn and soda provided, and stay to watch the Collector's edition DVD added features which include interviews with cast members plus historic stills of the town of Monroeville, original location footage, and interviews with residents. Author Harper Lee praised Horton Foot's screenplay, with the statement, "If the integrity of a film adaptation is measured by the degree to which the novelist's intent is preserved, Mr. Foote's screenplay should be studied as a classic."
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
7:00 pm
Book Discussion: To Kill a Mockingbird
Location: Berlin-Peck Memorial Library, Berlin, CT 06037
Book discussion led by Dr. Carole B. Shmurak, author and Professor Emeritus at Central Connecticut State University. Snow date: April 20, 2009.
7:00 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Tolland Public Library, Tolland, CT 06084
The Friends of the Tolland Public Library will donate two tickets to the Hartford Stage's adaptation of the book. A drawing will be held after the discussion to award the tickets to a lucky participant
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
7:00 pm
Movie Screening and Discussion- To Kill a Mockingbird
Location: Kent Memorial Library, Suffield, CT 06078
The Mockingbird Screening will start with a short pre-movie discussion by movie buff, Carl Casinghino. He will be discussing all four movies and their relationships to each other. Mr Casinghino, a Suffield High School Teacher, wrote his senior thesis at Princeton University on the films of Marcel Carn?, including the classic "Le Jour se L?ve," which was a French precursor to American film noir. Later, he studied at NYU's Graduate-Film program, where he directed award-winning short films, and he also served on camera and sound crews for a number of shorts and feature films. Carl initiated the Film and Video program at Suffield High School in 1999, and he is currently working on a textbook for secondary school motion picture production and studies.
All movies will start at 6:30 pm except for March 17th. The talk on March 17th will begin at 7 with the movie following.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
12:00 pm
Film Showing "The Long Way Home"
Location: New Britain Public Library, New Britain, CT 06051
"The Long Walk Home" will be shown, starring Sissy Spacek and Whoopie Goldberg. Two women, one white and one black, must decide what to do in response to the famous bus boycott led by Martin Luther King, Jr. Last in a series of films with similar themes to those found in "To Kill A Mockingbird". Community Room.
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
3:30 pm
Discrimination in the Courtroom
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Ages 12 and up. Read To Kill a Mockingbird and discuss the theme of “legal” discrimination.
6:00 pm
Black and Blue: The Politics of Race and Justice in the 21st Century
Location: Springfield City Library, 220 State Street, Springfield, MA 01103
Join us for a lecture and discussion with Bridgette Baldwin, Assistant Professor of Law at Western New England College.
www.springfieldlibrary.org
7:00 pm
Prosser Book Discussion: "Mockingbird: a portrait of Harper Lee"
Location: Prosser Public Library, 1 Tunxis Ave., Bloomfield, CT 06002
All readers are welcome at this discussion of Charles Shield's 2006 biography of Harper Lee.
7:00 pm
Film Screening "To Kill A Mockingbird"
Location: Manchester Community College Library, Manchester, CT 06045
"To Kill A Mockingbird" brilliantly captures the mood of a small Southern town and the people who lived there. The film tells the story of Atticus Finch, a Southern lawyer who defends a black man accused of rape. Set during the Great Depression, the story explores themes of bigotry, ignorance, tolerance and justice. The film was directed by Robert Mulligan and the screenplay was written by Horton Foote. Peck and Foote both won Academy Awards, as did the set designers. MCC Professor Bob Kagan will host and facilitate a discussion of this classic film.
7:00 pm
Attorney Richard Voigt - Jim Crow Laws
Location: New Britain Public Library, New Britain, CT 06051
Jim Crow laws- What were they? Do they still exist? How did they reveal the racial situation of the time? Attorney Richard Voigt discusses the conditions in society and in the courts that could lead to a trial and sentence such as the one in To Kill A Mockingbird.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
12:00 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Atria Hamilton Heights Assisted Living Center, West Hartford, CT
Join us for a discussion of "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee.
3:30 pm
Discrimination in the Courtroom
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Ages 12 and up. Read To Kill a Mockingbird and discuss the theme of “legal” discrimination.
4:00 pm
Film "Guess Who?"
Location: New Britain Public Library, New Britain, CT 06051
Bernie Mac plays a sarcastic father who cannot understand why his daughter wants to marry a white boy (played by Ashton Kutcher).Teens 14 - 17.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
3:00 pm
FILM SCREENING: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
See the classic film, starring Gregory Peck.
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
12:00 pm
Film Screening: To Kill a Mockingbird
Location: Forest Park Branch Library, 380 Belmont Avenue, Springfield, MA 01108
Join us for a screening of the 1962 classic starring Gregory Peck.
www.springfieldlibrary.org
1:30 pm
Hartford Stage "To Kill A Mockingbird" Family Day
Location: Hartford Stage, Hartford, CT 06103
Ages 4-10. While parents enjoy this stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s classic novel "To Kill a Mockingbird," children will explore the themes of the show through storytelling and theatre activities led by Hartford Stage teaching artists. Visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151.
2:00 pm
WRITING WORKSHOP: POWERFUL VOICES ON THE PAGE
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
As in life, the nature of a literary character is defined by what they
say and do. Work with Nancy Aronie to develop written language that
sounds like spoken language. Aronie, author of "Writing from the Heart,"
has held workshops nationally and internationally, garnering praise from
beginning writers to long published authors.
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
2:00 pm
The Tomboy
Location: New Britain Public Library, New Britain, CT 06051
Discuss Scout and the dilemma of many who are, were and/or will be tomboys. We'll drink sarsparilla (New Britain's Avery's Beverages own brew) and sample ambrosia as we discuss the importance of being ladylike or NOT. Teens and Adults welcome.
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:00 pm
TELLING A BOOK BY ITS COVER: WENDELL MINOR AND THE ART OF ILLUSTRATION
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06119
Wendell Minor, illustrator of the cover art for Warner Books’ popular edition of "To Kill a Mockingbird," discusses how his art interprets text. Past President of the Society of Illustrators, member of the Children’s Book Council, and current trustee of the Norman Rockwell Museum, Minor’s program will include a slide show.
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
2:00 pm
Film Showing - To Kill a Mockingbird
Location: Welles-Turner Memorial Library, Glastonbury, CT 06033
Co-sponsored by the Richmond Memorial Library, Marlborough
Come see Gregory Peck's Oscar-winning performance.
3:00 pm
TO ILLUSTRATE A MOCKINGBIRD: STUDENT ART COMPETITION AWARDS
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06119
Cash prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place winners of the contest to create a new cover for "To Kill a Mockingbird" by the contest judges: Wendell Minor, Bill Thomson, and Andrea Wisnewski.
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
1:00 pm
Community Book Discussion
Location: Wethersfield Community Center, 30 Greenfield St., Wethersfield, CT 06109
The Wethersfield Library's Community Book Discussion will be talking about "To Kill a Mockingbird". The discussion is facilitated by Liz Kirkpatrick. The event is free and open to the public. No registration is required.
1:00 pm
Senior Book Discussion
Location: Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109
The Wethersfield Library will host a book discussion of "To Kill a Mockingbird" at the Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield Street, Wethersfield. The public is encouraged to attend. There is no registration or fee required.
3:30 pm
Discrimination in the Courtroom
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Ages 12 and up. Read To Kill a Mockingbird and discuss the theme of “legal” discrimination.
6:30 pm
Documentary Discussion
Location: Cora J. Belden Library, Rocky Hill, CT 06095
Discussion of the "To Kill a Mockingbird" documentary "Fearful Symmetry"
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:00 pm
Children's Stories of Equality
Location: New Britain Public Library - Chamberlain Branch, New Britain, CT 06051
Gentle messages can be learned from this story hour featuring Satchel Paige: Don't Look Back by David A. Adler, Wilma Unlimited by Kathleen Krull and more!
4:00 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Join us at the Goodwin Branch for a discussion on "To Kill a Mockingbird".
6:30 pm
Film Showing "To Kill A Mockingbird"
Location: New Britain Public Library, New Britain, CT 06051
View the film "To Kill A Mockingbird". Gregory Peck won an Oscar for his unforgettable portrayal of Atticus Finch. The film was nominated for eight Oscars and won three, including best screenplay by Horton Foote. Rated G. Community Room.
6:30 pm
Movie Screening
Location: Kent Memorial Library, Suffield, CT 06078
The World of Henry Orient
7:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
7:00 pm
Live Performance - "Atticus"
Location: Stafford Library, Stafford, CT 06075
Performed by Richard Clark
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
3:30 pm
FILM SCREENING: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
See the classic film, starring Gregory Peck.
6:00 pm
Film Showing
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Join us at the Camp Field Branch for a viewing of "To Kill a Mockingbird", starring Gregory Peck.
7:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:30 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Avon Library, Avon, CT
Join us for a book discussion of Harper Lee's "To Kill a Mockingbird".
7:00 pm
Book Discussion - To Kill a Mockingbird
Location: Welles-Turner Memorial Library, Glastonbury, CT 06033
Join us as we discuss the American classic, To Kill a Mockingbird. Co-sponsored by the Richmond Memorial Library, Marlborough. All welcome, registration not necessary.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
1:30 pm
Film Showing: "To Kill a Mockingbird"
Location: Prosser Public Library, 1 Tunxis Ave., Bloomfield, CT 06002
Enjoy popcorn during the showing of the film "To Kill a Mockingbird" and stay for a discussion after the film facilitated by author Carole Shmurak. Call for more information, 860-243-9721.
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
3:00 pm
NZINGA’S DAUGHTERS – A CONCERT OF NEGRO SPIRITUALS
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Join us for a concert of Negro Spirituals complemented with poetry, stories and songs from the Underground Railroad that reveal coded messages within the songs.
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
2:00 pm
AMY BLOOM ON WRITING HISTORICAL FICTION
Location: Hartford History Center, Hartford, CT 06113
Join us for a Sunday afternoon discussion on the process of writing historical fiction by author Amy Bloom, nominee for both the National Book Award and the National Book Critics Circle Award. Her most recent novel, "Away," is the dramatic story of a young Jewish immigrant who lands in New York City in the 1920s with no possessions and no English, determined to make her way.
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
10:00 am
Film Showing "To Kill a Mockingbird"
Location: Chamberlain Branch-NBPL, New Britain, CT 06051
View the film "To Kill A Mockingbird". Gregory Peck won an Oscar for his unforgettable portrayal of Atticus Finch. The film was nominated for eight Oscars and won three, including best screenplay by Horton Foote. Rated G. Chamberlain Branch 860-223-3832.
2:30 pm
Discrimination in the Courtroom
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Ages 12 and up. Read To Kill a Mockingbird and discuss the theme of “legal” discrimination.
7:00 pm
To Kill a Mockingbird Book Discussion
Location: Cora J. Belden Library, Rocky Hill, CT 06095
Discussion of the book "To Kill a Mockingbird." High School students will be awarded extra credit for attending.
MEMORIES TURBULENT OR TENDER
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
In collaboration with The Big Read, the Hartford History Center presents an exhibition on the Connecticut Federal Theatre from Hartford actress Gwen Reed’s personal scrapbook entitled “The Sincere Testimony to anxiety, labor, patience, time and cordial, constructive criticism and to Memories turbulent or tender of the Connecticut Federal Theatre October 1936 to May 6, 1939.” These files contain the memorabilia of a well known Hartford actress and community activist, and also chronicle the early development of African American theater in Hartford – the Charles S. Gilpin Dramatic Club (1922).
6:30 pm
Movie Screening-Far From Heaven
Location: Kent Memorial Library, Suffield, CT 06078
Far From Heaven
7:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
7:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
3:00 pm
FILM SCREENING: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
See the classic film, starring Gregory Peck.
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
7:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Book Discussion
Location: Windsor Public Library, 323 Broad Street, Windsor, CT 06095
Come to Windsor Public Library for a discussion of this year's Big Read, "To Kill a Mockingbird". The program will be facilitated by local independent scholars Maureen Mazzaccaro and Gail Socha. Copies of the book are available for loan at the library. Call 285-1918 to register for this free program.
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
7:30 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
8:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
2:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Stage Adaptation at Hartford Stage
Location: Hartford Stage, 50 Church Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Hartford's Tony Award winning theatre presents the stage adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird," a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice, and quiet heroism. visit www.hartfordstage.org or call 860.527.5151
12:00 pm
Rule of Law or Racism?
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Join us for a discussion on discrimination in the courtroom.
3:30 pm
Discrimination in the Courtroom
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Ages 12 and up. Read To Kill a Mockingbird and discuss the theme of “legal” discrimination.
7:00 pm
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Movie Screening
Location: Windsor Public Library, 323 Broad Street, Windsor, CT 06095
Come to Windsor Public Library to view the classic movie version of Harper Lee's book, "To Kill a Mockingbird". The 1962 film stars Gregory Peck and features Robert Duvall in his screen debut.
3:00 pm
Discrimination in the Courtroom
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Ages 12 and up. Read To Kill a Mockingbird and discuss the theme of “legal” discrimination.
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
6:00 pm
Film Showing - To Kill a Mockingbird
Location: Stafford Library, Stafford, CT 06075
Oscar-winning film with Gregory Peck
12:00 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Atria Hamilton Heights Assisted Living Center, West Hartford, CT
Join us for a discussion of "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee.
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
7:30 pm
Book Discussion
Location: Stafford Library, Stafford, CT 06075
Discussion led by Dr. Kirby Judd
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
10:00 am
Deep South Story Times
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Ages 3-5, with adult friends and relatives. Join us for a sampling of Southern stories, drawn from the African-American heritage of the region, and presented by master story teller Abigail Jefferson. Individuals welcome without reservation; groups, please register in advance by calling 695-6330.
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
5:00 pm
Book Discussion
Location: South Windsor Public Library, South Windsor, CT
Join us for a visit by our Police Chief to our Murder & Mayhem mystery book discussion group to discuss the theme of crime in the novel and how the handling of crime compares to current practices.
10:00 am
Deep South Story Times
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06103
Ages 3-5, with adult friends and relatives. Join us for a sampling of Southern stories, drawn from the African-American heritage of the region, and presented by master story teller Abigail Jefferson. Individuals welcome without reservation; groups, please register in advance by calling 695-6330.
3:00 pm
BABY GRAND JAZZ Great music in a great space!
Location: Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT 06113
Sunday afternoons in our atrium.
