Anderson will speak on novel’s mythsFriends of the Houston Cole Library, Jacksonville State University, will present Nancy Grisham Anderson at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 12, on the 11th floor of the library. Anderson will speak on “To Kill a Mockingbird: Successes and Myths,” as part of the Alabama Humanities Foundation Road Scholars’ speaker program.
Despite the successes of Harper’s Lee To Kill a Mockingbird, myths about the novel abound. Anderson will present a detailed discussion of some of the myths, underscoring the subtlety, complexity, richness and honesty of this enduring Alabama classic.
A Mississippi native, Anderson completed her undergraduate degree (magna cum laude) at Millsaps College in Jackson, Miss. She did her graduate work in English at the University of Virginia. After teaching at Millsaps and in high schools in Germany and the United States, Anderson joined the English faculty at Auburn University Montgomery where she is currently an associate professor of English and director of Actions Build Community: The AUM-Taulbert Initiative.
Anderson met Harper Lee in 1983 when they both appeared on the Alabama History and Heritage Festival in Eufaula. Their paths have continued to cross since that time.
Brahms work at JSU
The Jacksonville State University A Cappella Choir and the Calhoun County Civic Chorale will perform A German Requiem by Johannes Brahms at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 15. This is the first time this major Brahms work has been performed in this area. The 100 voice chorale will be accompanied by an orchestra comprised of JSU students, faculty, alumni, and professional musicians from throughout central Alabama. Dr. Nathan Wight and Teresa Stricklin of the JSU voice faculty will be the featured soloists. Dr. Patricia Corbin, director of Choral Activities, will conduct the concert.
Fair on the Square
The Arts Council Fair on the Square Living Museum and juried show will be from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, April 28. Admission is free. Artists from across the state will exhibit their skills in their crafts as they offer items for sale. Weavers, quilters, basketmakers, potters, woodcarvers, toymakers, photographers, among others, will be on hand. Musicians and local performing artists will appear throughout the day, and merchants on the square will hold special sidewalk sales. The Public Library will host a book sale and food will be available. All artists interested in applying to be in the show are encouraged to call 225-4282 for more information.
Day of Prayer
The National Day of Prayer ceremony will take place from noon-1 p.m. May 3 on the square. In case of rain, the ceremony will be in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Speakers include Mayor Johnny Smith and Rev. Derrick Staples of First Baptist Church. Rev. Bill Caudle of West Side Baptist Church will give the invocation. Kerri Harrelson and Janie Easterwood will sing.
