Quiet Corner Reads One Book 2011 :
Bill Warrington's Last Chance |
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Bill Warrington's Last Chance
by James King
A rich multigenerational saga, BILL WARRINGTON’S LAST CHANCE soars with humor, compassion, and unflinching insight into the pain and joy of all family life, while the promise of a new generation shines bright against the ravages of aging in a man who does not go gently . . . anywhere.
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On June 21, 2011, CT author James King joined readers from twelve Quiet Corner libraries for an evening at
Tyrone Farm in Pomfret, CT. King shared insights into the characters of his novel, his writing process and his 30-year path to publication. Our door prize was a beautiful quilt, created by Alison Boutaugh of Thompson Public Library, and a portion of the proceeds from our ticket sales was donated to Alzeimer's research.
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Quiet Corner Reads One Book 2010 :
In Defense of Food |
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In Defense of Food by Michael Pollan
Pollan proposes a new answer to the question of what we should eat that comes down to seven simple but liberating words: Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants. Pollan's bracing and eloquent manifesto shows us how we can start making thoughtful food choices that will enrich our lives, enlarge our sense of what it means to be healthy, and bring pleasure back to eating. ~ from the publisher
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| Ten Libraries participated in 2010, our inaugural year. Each library hosted a book discussion and other events using the themes of Michael Pollan's book, In Defense of Food. Our closing event was Quiet Corner Eats! held at Thompson Public Library, October 2, 2010, where we hosted a vendor showcase for area agencies and businesses promoting good health through a conscientious diet, and enjoyed presentations and cooking demonstrations from Rob Landolphi, Denise Chicoine and Amy Gronus. |
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QC Reads Calendar
Participating Libraries
Abington Social Library
Aldrich Free Public Library
Babcock Memorial Library
Brooklyn Public Library
Caterbury Public Library
Eastford Public Library
Killingly Public Library
Pomfret Public Library
Putnam Public Library
Scotland Public Library
Thompson Public Library
Woodstock Libraries
Sponsors
Friends of Killingly Public Library
Tyrone Farm
The Last Green Valley
The 1772 Foundation
Friends of Public Libraries
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