Big Read-Quilt Program

371950012_851100270135009_1731710588157002778_n

Create your own quilt square with talented local quilters as you view historic examples from the museum’s collection.

Big Read- Book Discussion

371330556_851099936801709_2357211355179505897_n

Addison James, Hopkinsville Community College Professor, will lead a discussion of Ross Gay’s book, Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude. The discussion will be held in the Emerging Technology Building

Big Read-The Compassion Club

371499943_851098893468480_386895220563502027_n

Build belonging with books at this discussion led by the Human Rights Commission and Museum. The group will discuss Salman Rushdie’s Midnight’s Children. Copies are available for purchase at the Pennyroyal Area Museum.

Big Read-Thank You Workshop

371857519_851096396802063_8776306302589668353_n-1

Show your gratitude to others as you learn the etiquette of “thank you” notes and tips and tricks to writing the perfect one.

Big Read- “Dead Poet’s Society” Movie

372898680_851094846802218_445006294768399022_n

The Pennyroyal Arts Council presents this Academy Award nominated film starring Robin Williams. The movie tells the story of an English teacher who inspires his students through his teaching of poetry

Big Read- The Bar at the Bar

371476760_851094286802274_1327739388204133697_n

Bob Ison, Attorney at Law, leads a discussion on preparing your last will and testament hosted by the Pennyroyal Arts Council.

Big Read- Super Saturday

372916986_851092903469079_1045688055281432970_n

Spend Saturday with the Museum for kids activities and crafts focused on poetry, local authors, and themes from this year’s BIG READ book. Kids ages 6-12

Big Read- Book Discussion

372966239_851092173469152_482924365809200198_n

Hosted by the Literacy Council, this book discussion is open to the community and will cover approximately the second half of the book.