JMRL is thrilled to partner with WVPT PBS / WHTJ PBS to offer a screening and book discussion series based on PBS’s The Great American Read.
The Great American Read “explores and celebrates the power of reading, told through the prism of America’s 100 best-loved novels[…] It investigates how and why writers create their fictional worlds, how we as readers are affected by these stories, and what these 100 different books have to say about our diverse nation and our shared human experience.”
Find out about upcoming events below.
Screening
SEPTEMBER 9 | 2:00-4:00 PM at the Central Library, 201 E. Market St, Charlottesville, VA • REGISTER HERE
Celebrate the return of WVPT/WHTJ PBS’s The Great American Read with a screening of the “Fall Kick Off” episode, book giveaways, a guest speaker, and refreshments. The event will also include information about upcoming WVPT/WHTJ PBS programming you won’t want to miss and an opportunity to vote for your favorite book from The Great American Read.
Discussion Series
Join local authors, songwriters, and book lovers in fun venues throughout the community as they explore weekly themes from PBS series, The Great American Read. Events will also include information about upcoming PBS programming you won’t want to miss and an opportunity to vote for your favorite book from The Great American Read.
This Discussion Series is FREE. Registration Required | Additional Information: 434-979-7151, Opt. 4
SEPTEMBER 19 | 6:00-8:00 PM at C-ville Coffee, 1301 Harris St, Charlottesville, VA • REGISTER HERE
“Who Am I” discussion featuring guest author M.K. England. Beverages and food will be available for purchase.
SEPTEMBER 26 | 6:00-8:00 PM at Fontaine Fire Station, 2420 Fontaine Ave, Charlottesville, VA • REGISTER HERE
“Heros” discussion featuring a station tour and guest author Khizr Khan. Light refreshments will be provided.
OCTOBER 3 | 6:00-8:30 PM at Swannanoa Palace, 497 Swannanoa Lane, Afton, VA • REGISTER HERE
“Villains & Monsters” discussion featuring a tour and book discussion led by JMRL Director, David Plunkett. Light refreshments will be provided.
OCTOBER 10 | 5:30-8:00 PM at Batesville Market, 6624 Plank Rd, Batesville, VA • REGISTER HERE
“What We Do For Love” discussion featuring singer-songwriter Terri Allard and friends performing love songs. Lovingston Winery will offer a wine tasting. Love-themed food and beverages will be available for purchase.
OCTOBER 17 | 6:00-8:00 PM – at Beer Run, 156 Carlton Rd Ste 203, Charlottesville, VA • REGISTER HERE
“Other Worlds” discussion featuring guest author Jeb Livingood. Beer from around the world and food will be available for purchase.
