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Released 3/5/07

Worcester Reads Events Schedule: Outside Lies Magic

This semester’s Worcester Reads program is focusing on John Stilgoe’s book Outside Lies Magic: Regaining History and Awareness in Everyday Places. Dr. Stilgoe is a professor at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design, whose " book is about the acute observation of ordinary things… about enriching your life unexpectedly."  The book is available at the College Bookstore.

Please note these other events surrounding Worcester Reads which are scheduled at 5 p.m. in the Faculty Lounge, 3rd Floor, Sullivan Building. Light refreshments will be available. All events are free and open to the public.

Tuesday, March 27, 2007: Deborah Carey, Director for Central Sanctuaries/Audubon will speak on where her passion comes from as she manages, leads, and takes risks with Central Massachusetts Audubon. 

Wednesday, April 4, 2007:  Author of Outside Lies Magic John R. Stilgoe tells us about his work, his books, and his inspiration prior to a conversation with him.

Monday, April 9, 2007: Twilight campus stroll edified by Ed Scholfield, Education Director for Tower Hill Botanical Garden. Learn to see the campus and your own neighborhood as the magic it can provide.

In addition to the events above a seminar and poster session for students and faculty, “Working Together for a Sustainable Worcester; the Colleges and the Community” will be held on Friday, April 20 at 9:00 a.m. in the Ghosh Center, Multimedia Auditorium. Coffee will be available in the morning and lunch will be provided. Free Admission. Call ext. 8130 to RSVP.

 

 

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