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Wed, Nov 9, 2011 11:00am
– 12:00pm
And Now...Mark Twain!
Location: Bristol Community
College -11 Field Rd., Attleboro
, MA 02703
The public is invited to BCC Attleboro’s second floor auditorium to
enjoy one of
America
’s best-loved writers and humorists. A solo performance on Mark Twain,
by actor Richard Clark, will encompass a compendium of his life &
works; laugh along with him at the foibles, follies and fantasies of a
bygone era. Admission is free. ”A delightful look at the life and work
of America’s foremost humorist. This one-person play is full of wit and wisdom
and the special brand of storytelling that made him a legend in his
time.
Thu, Nov 10, 2011 1:00pm
– 2:30pm
Council on Aging, Movie: Afternoon with Twain
Location: Council
on Aging - 25 S. Main St., Attleboro
, MA 02703
Showing of documentary on Mark Twain during regularly scheduled movie
time at the Council on Aging.
Sat, Sep 10, 2011 9:00am
– 11:00am
Paint the Fence Family Day
Location: Attleboro Public
Library-74 North Main St.,
Attleboro, MA 02703
This, our kickoff event, is in honor of International Literacy Day and
the Saturday reopening of the Attleboro Public Library. The Library,
along with the Farmer's Market, the Attleboro Youth Commission, the Y,
The Literacy Center, Rotary Club of Attleboro and volunteers will
recruit individuals to paint the picket fence set up at the Library.
Barter to paint: bring canned goods for local soup kitchens. Family fun: board
and action games from Tom's time, Twain readings, children's book
giveaway, discussion of the book with Big Read info.
Wed, Sep 14, 2011 3:30pm
– 4:30pm
Twain & Technology: Telling Your Story in the 21st Century
Location: Attleboro Public
Library/Double ACS ( Local Cable Access)
Big Read author Mark Twain had such a way with words that he was one of
the biggest celebrities of his time. One hundred years later, here is
your chance to tell a modern day tale you can watch or download. Middle
School students will learn to tell their own story using their original
ideas in combination with the technology available through
Attleboro
's local cable station, Double ACS. Space is limited so children
entering grades 5-8 must register by calling the Library. Participants
must be able to come to all six sessions. Sessions will be held at the
Library and at Double ACS.
See
Double ACS report of this successful project! Click Here.
Mon, Sep 19, 2011 6:30pm
– 7:30pm
Aunt Polly's Letterboxing
Location: Family Night at the
Attleboro Public Library - 74 North Main St.,
Attleboro, MA 02703
In the spirit of Tom Sawyer, families will engage in the art of
letterboxing, joining this treasure hunting activity at the Library.
Wed, Sep 21, 2011 3:30pm
– 4:30pm
Twain & Technology: Telling Your Story in the 21st Century
Location: Attleboro Public
Library/Double ACS ( Local Cable Access)
Big Read author Mark Twain had such a way with words that he was one of
the biggest celebrities of his time. One hundred years later, here is
your chance to tell a modern day tale you can watch or download. Middle
School students will learn to tell their own story using their original
ideas in combination with the technology available through
Attleboro
's local cable station, Double ACS. Space is limited so children
entering grades 5-8 must register by calling the Library. Participants
must be able to come to all six sessions. Sessions will be held at the
Library and at Double ACS.
See
Double ACS report of this successful project! Click Here.
Wed, Sep 21, 2011 7:00pm
– 8:30pm
The Other Side of the Fence
Location: Attleboro
Arts Museum - 86 Park Street, Attleboro, MA 02703
"The Other Side of the Fence" is an
exhibition of creatively painted fence sections by local artists on
behalf of over 30 community organizations in Attleboro. Artists work will symbolize segments of the greater
Attleboro community producing a virtual neighborhood. Poet Jamele Adams,
Associate Dean of Student Life of Brandeis University will put his spin on Tom,
Huck and companions in an original performance.
Wed, Sep 21, 2011 8:00pm
– 9:30pm
Parent Book Group
Location: Attleboro Public
Library - 74 North Main Street, Attleboro
, MA 02703
The Parents are ready to take on Tom Sawyer and Mark Twain, an American
Icon. They will start at the kickoff event at the Museum and move along
to a local site for refreshments.
Sat, Sep 24, 2011 2:00pm
– 4:00pm
They Called Me Lizzy from Slavery to the White House
Location:
Attleboro
Arts Museum - 86 Park Street, Attleboro, MA 02703
One woman play, produced by East Haddam Stage Co., tells the story of an
African American seamstress, Elizabeth Keckley and her rise from slavery
to entrepreneurial freedom, then scandal and decline. Stephanie Jackson
becomes Elizabeth Keckley, dressmaker and confidante of Mary Todd
Lincoln and author of "Behind the Scenes: 30 years as a Slave and
Four Years in the White House." A depiction of slavery from the
time of Samuel Clemens. $10 admission
Mon, Sep 26, 2011 7:00pm
– 8:30pm
Digital Scrapbooking for the Too Busy Scrap- booker Discussion
Location: Attleboro Public
Library - 74
North Main Street
,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
Mark Twain was full of good ideas, but his only successful invention was
the self-pasting scrapbook. Twain scrap-booked his many and varied
adventures and quickly grew frustrated with the mess and supplies
required and so the self-pasting scrapbook was born. Today’s
scrap-bookers are no different. Family and friends are so much fun, you
don't want to forget a minute of the times you share. If you love the
idea of scrapbooking, but not the thought of all that paper and glue,
then maybe digital scrapbooking is for you. Local scrap-booker Laurie
Siddall will share her tips for using the computer to create beautiful
page spreads, calendars, holiday cards and even books as personal and
detailed as traditional pages.
Wed, Sep 28, 2011 3:30pm
– 4:30pm
Twain & Technology: Telling Your Story in the 21st Century
Location: Attleboro Public
Library/Double ACS ( Local Cable Access)
Big Read author Mark Twain had such a way with words that he was one of
the biggest celebrities of his time. One hundred years later, here is
your chance to tell a modern day tale you can watch or download. Middle
School students will learn to tell their own story using their original
ideas in combination with the technology available through
Attleboro
's local cable station, Double ACS. Space is limited so children
entering grades 5-8 must register by calling the Library. Participants
must be able to come to all six sessions. Sessions will be held at the
Library and at Double ACS.
See
Double ACS report of this successful project! Click Here.
Fri, Sep 30, 2011 4:00pm
– 10:00pm
"Adventures of Tom Sawyer" Readathon
Location: 68 Union
St.- Jonathan's
Cafe, Attleboro
, MA 02703
Local celebrities, politicians, and "regular" folk will read
"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" from cover to cover at
Jonathan's. Soak up the ambiance, enjoy a light dinner, and engage
yourself with the essence of great literature.
Sat, Oct 1, 2011 10:00am
– 3:00pm
Discovery Day at Attleboro Springs Wildlife Sanctuary
Location: Attleboro Springs
Wildlife Sanctuary - La Salette Shrine, 947 Park St.
,
Attleboro, MA 02703
Help celebrate the first anniversary of this new sanctuary and the grand
opening of the new Reflection Trail. The sights, sounds, smells, and
feel of nature are much the same today as they were in Tom Sawyer’s
time. The staff and volunteers of Mass Audubon partners with The Big
Read/Attleboro’s 1ABC to offer naturalist guided activities. Animals,
frog calling contest, children's crafts and traditional games in the
field make this a fun filled day for all. Bring your family and
friends—everyone gets in free! For more information, call
508-223-3060.
Tue, Oct 4, 2011 9:30am
– 10:30am
Sharing Childhood Memories with Mark Twain
Location: Council
on Aging - 25 S. Main St.,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
The writers group at the Council on Aging will be focusing on their own
childhood memories as they discuss Mark Twain's "The Adventures of
Tom Sawyer" and other works of Mr. Clemens.
Tue, Oct 4, 2011 7:00pm
– 8:30pm
Raising Children in an Overabundant, Overstimulated World
Location:
Thacher School- James St.
,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
Nancy Carlsson-Paige is Professor Emerita at
Lesley
University
where she taught teachers for more than 30 years and was a founder of
the University’s Center for Peaceable Schools.
Nancy
has written and spoken extensively about the societal forces impacting
childhood today including media, marketing, academic pressure, and our
fast paced lives, and how these forces affect children’s healthy
development. She is the author and co-author of five books and has
written numerous articles on media violence, conflict resolution, and
peaceable classrooms. Her most recent book is called Taking Back
Childhood.
Nancy
has received numerous awards for her leadership and advocacy in peace
and early childhood education. Sign up at Attleboro Public Library 74 N.
Main St.; 508-222-0157. Or email: jpilking@sailsinc.org
Wed, Oct 5, 2011 9:30am
– 11:30am
Wednesday Morning Book Group
Location: Attleboro Public
Library-74 North Main St.,
Attleboro, MA 02703
The Wednesday Morning Book Group will tackle "Tom Sawyer" and
"Huck Finn" with a lively discussion of the two.
Wed, Oct 5, 2011 3:30pm
– 4:30pm
Twain & Technology: Telling Your Story in the 21st Century
Location: Attleboro Public
Library/Double ACS ( Local Cable Access)
Big Read author Mark Twain had such a way with words that he was one of
the biggest celebrities of his time. One hundred years later, here is
your chance to tell a modern day tale you can watch or download. Middle
School students will learn to tell their own story using their original
ideas in combination with the technology available through Attleboro's local cable station, Double
ACS. Space is limited so children
entering grades 5-8 must register by calling the Library. Participants
must be able to come to all six sessions. Sessions will be held at the
Library and at Double ACS.
See
Double ACS report of this successful project! Click Here.
Tue, Oct 11, 2011 9:30am
– 10:30am
Sharing Childhood Memories with Mark Twain
Location: Council
on Aging - 25 S. Main St.,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
The writers group at the Council on Aging will be focusing on their own
childhood memories as they discuss Mark Twain's "The Adventures of
Tom Sawyer" and other works of Mr. Clemens.
Tue, Oct 11, 2011 6:00pm
– 7:30pm
Bi-lingual Book Discussion
Location: The Literacy Center - 78 North Main St.
,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
Students from The Literacy Center will host a bi-lingual
(Spanish-English) book discussion of "The Adventures of Tom
Sawyer"
Wed, Oct 12, 2011 3:30pm
– 4:30pm
Twain & Technology: Telling Your Story in the 21st Century
Location: Attleboro Public
Library/Double ACS ( Local Cable Access)
Big Read author Mark Twain had such a way with words that he was one of
the biggest celebrities of his time. One hundred years later, here is
your chance to tell a modern day tale you can watch or download. Middle
School students will learn to tell their own story using their original
ideas in combination with the technology available through
Attleboro
's local cable station, Double ACS. Space is limited so children
entering grades 5-8 must register by calling the Library. Participants
must be able to come to all six sessions. Sessions will be held at the
Library and at Double ACS.
See
Double ACS report of this successful project! Click Here.
Thu, Oct 13, 2011 4:00pm
– 5:00pm
Oak Knoll Book Discussion
Location: Oak Knoll Wildlife
Sanctuary
-1417 Park St.
,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
Tom Sawyer and his friends spend much of their time exploring the great
outdoors, something that we still enjoy today. Join Audubon Education
Coordinator Mary Beattie and take a book loving naturalist's perspective
on The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. This free program is appropriate for
audiences from 10-110! Call 508-223-3060 for more information.
Thu, Oct 13, 2011 7:00pm
– 8:30pm
Attleboro's Got Talent
Location: Attleboro Public
Library - 74
North Main Street
,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
The Library will host this event highlighting our local talent as they
put on their best performance of Twain's writings, witticisms, orations.
Join the "Whistler", "Bird Caller", TYT singers, as
well as orators of Twain's work and some personal writings for a family
fun evening of experiencing "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer".
Come in costume if you like!
Mon, Oct 17, 2011 3:00pm
– 4:00pm
Attleboro
Youth
Center
Discussion
Location:
Bartek Rec Center - 81 Pine St.
,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
The Attleboro youth Center attracts children and teens for after school
fun, games, learning, and social interaction. Sponsored by the
Recreation Dept. and the Attleboro Y, the group will discuss Tom Sawyer
and compare the book to their own lives.
Tue, Oct 18, 2011 9:30am
– 10:30am
Sharing Childhood Memories with Mark Twain
Location: Council
on Aging - 25 S. Main St.,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
The writers group at the Council on Aging will be focusing on their own
childhood memories as they discuss Mark Twain's "The Adventures of
Tom Sawyer" and other works of Mr. Clemens.
Wed, Oct 19, 2011
12:00pm
Twain Witticisms
Location: Rotary Club-Highland
Country Club, Attleboro, MA
Oreste D'Arconte, Publisher of The Sun Chronicle, will regale the Rotary
Club members with some history of Twain, Twain witticisms, and a
discussion of Tom Sawyer. For lunch reservation, call Joan Pilkington-
Smyth at 508-222-0157 by Oct. 11th.
Wed, Oct 19, 2011 3:30pm
– 4:30pm
Twain & Technology: Telling Your Story in the 21st Century
Location: Attleboro Public
Library/Double ACS ( Local Cable Access)
Big Read author Mark Twain had such a way with words that he was one of
the biggest celebrities of his time. One hundred years later, here is
your chance to tell a modern day tale you can watch or download. Middle
School students will learn to tell their own story using their original
ideas in combination with the technology available through
Attleboro
's local cable station, Double ACS. Space is limited so children
entering grades 5-8 must register by calling the Library. Participants
must be able to come to all six sessions. Sessions will be held at the
Library and at Double ACS.
Thu, Oct 20, 2011 7:00pm
– 8:30pm
From Tom Sawyer to Harry Potter: Children as Fictional Heroes: a
Discussion
Location:
Double ACS- 42 Union St.
, Attleboro, MA 02703
Local book critic, Kathy Hickman will host a "conversation"
with guests Vicki Bartolini, Prof. of Ed.,
Wheaton
College
, Ellen Sullivan, teacher, mother and community activist, and Pam Perdue
Schweiger, Children's Librarian, around the topic of children as heroes
and their role in literature.
Tue, Oct 25, 2011 9:30am
– 10:30am
Sharing Childhood Memories with Mark Twain
Location: Council
on Aging - 25 S. Main St.,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
The writers group at the Council on Aging will be focusing on their own
childhood memories as they discuss Mark Twain's "The Adventures of
Tom Sawyer" and other works of Mr. Clemens.
Thu, Oct 27, 2011 7:00pm
– 8:00pm
Treasure Map of
Jackson
Island
Book Discussion
Location: 75 Union St.-Ugly Dog
Books,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
Treasure Map of Jackson Island...Come join the fun at Ugly Dog Books (
75 Union Street
). Using information from the novel and from our discussion get the
clues to get you to X marks the spot.
Fri, Oct 28, 2011
7:00pm
– 9:00pm
Sat, Oct 29, 2011
7:00pm
– 9:00pm
Sun, Oct 30, 2011 2:00pm
– 4:00pm
Triboro Youth Theatre: "Tom Sawyer" the Musical
Location: Thacher
School, 199 James
Street,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
Triboro Youth Theatre’s middle school students bring Mark Twain's
classic story to exuberant musical life in this Broadway adaptation of
America
's favorite book. THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER is the irresistible story
of a fourteen-year-old boy growing up in the heartland of
America
. In the course of the story, Tom matches wits with his stern Aunt
Polly, falls in love with the beautiful, feisty Becky Thatcher, and goes
on the adventure of his life with Becky and that irresistible renegade,
Huckleberry Finn. Along the way we meet a terrifying villain named Injun
Joe, Tom's bratty half-brother Sid, and all the other boys and girls in
the village. For tickets: triboroyouththeatre.org
Sat, Nov 5, 2011 10:30am
– 1:00pm
Children's Writing Workshop: the Mystery of the Trunk
Location: Women at
Work
Museum,
Attleboro
,
MA
02703
Utilizing a trunk with some Twain memorabilia as inspiration, writers
will tap their inner "twain" to creatively write their own
stories. The workshop will help each child participant find their
creativity, develop confidence, and believe in their writing abilities
through mind-mapping, games, drawings and writings. Appropriate for
children 10 years of age through teens.
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