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Book
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| April |
 Listen to
"Animal Dreams" in early April on Sun
Sounds! The station presents the book in its entirety nightly Monday through Friday
9 - 10 pm on the Book World program,
starting on Monday, April 8 and
ending Monday, April 22. The book will be read by Sun Sounds volunteer Janet Arnold, Founder and Producing Director of the Arizona Jewish Theatre Company. Sun Sounds Radio is dedicated to providing audio access to information and knowledge normally published in a printed format. Sun Sounds Radio enlightens, entertains and educates thousands of people in Arizona who cannot read because they have a visual, physical or learning disability. This service is provided free of charge and is a non-duplicated statewide service. Most listeners hear Sun Sounds through a special receiver; however, you can sample Sun Sounds via the Internet, the
Sun Sounds
webpage, and RealPlayer audiostreaming on the website. Enjoy hearing
"Animal Dreams" in April.
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Thur.
April 11 |
KJZZ,
Diane Rehm Show
"Encore interview with author Barbara Kingsolver
on KJZZ, 91.5 FM." 10:00 - 11:00 am
During this hour, Kingsolver discusses the
approach she uses in creating a novel, what she is doing to encourage new
novelists, and reflects on her youth in eastern Kentucky. She also talks
about her 1998 novel The Poisonwood
Bible, about a family of Baptist missionaries sent to the Congo.KJZZ is your place for NPR programming, local news and information, and jazz and blues music. KJZZ is a service of Rio Salado College and Maricopa Community Colleges. Visit KJZZ online at
http://www.kjzz.org.
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Hamilton Library, 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group." 2:00
pm
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Fountain Hills Branch Library, 12901 N. La Montana Dr.,
Fountain Hills
"Lecture by Susan Schwartz." 2:00
- 3:00 pm
Jungian Psychologist, on the role of
dreaming in Animal Dreams.
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KAET-TV/Channel
8 broadcast
"A Conversation with Barbara
Kingsolver" 8:00 pm and 11:00 pm
KAET-TV/Channel 8 will rebroadcast an
episode of the "Books & Co."
series featuring "Animal Dreams"
author Barbara Kingsolver. In an engaging
conversation with host Jana Bommersbach,
Kingsolver talks about her books and the
creative process of writing.
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Fri.
April 12 |
Glendale Public Library, 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale
"Real to Reel Book Discussion Group Discusses
Animal Dreams." 1:00 pm
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Aguila
Library, 50023 N. 514th Ave., Aguila
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion
Group." 5:00 pm
Contact Jenise Porter, 928-685-2214
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Aguila
Library, 50023 N. 514th Ave., Aguila
Elena Diaz
Bjorquist will perform as "Teresa Urrea:
a Chautagua living history
presentation." 6:00 pm
Contact: Jenise Porter 928-685-2214.
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Sat.
April 13 |
Peoria Public Library, 8401 W. Monroe, Peoria
"Peoria Book Fest Arts and Crafts Festival." 9:00
am - 12:00 pm.
The Festival centers around the book Animal Dreams, with activities for the whole family. See the West Valley Tellers of Tales, Reptile Man, a Mini-Read-a-thon, and much, much more.
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Borders Mesa,
1361 S Alma School Road, Mesa
"An insightful discussion of Barbara Kingsolver's
Animal Dreams." 1:00 pm
Join Betty Webb of Tribune News for a discussion of the themes presented in
Animal Dreams, including Arizona mining towns, dreams, the Hispanic experience, father-daughter relationships, Alzheimer's, and more. For
more information, call 480-833-2244.
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Mesa Public Library, 64 E. 1st St, Mesa
"Parent Care: A Survival Guide for Adult Children of Aging Parents."
1:00 - 2:30 pm.
Adults only. No registration required. Come and learn from gerontology experts about resources and options available in the community to assist you and your family to prepare for retirement and the care of aging parents. Presented by Barbara Applegate, A.C.S.W., and Jean Thorne, A.C.S.W. Their book will be available for purchase.
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Chandler Sunset Library, 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler
1:30 pm.
Join author Karen Mulford as she discusses the role of strong women and the challenges they faced in
Animal Dreams as well as her newly-released book,
Trail Blazers: 20 Amazing Western Women.
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Sun.
April 14 |
Saguaro Library, 2808 N. 46 St.,
Phoenix
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group."
2:30 - 3:15 pm
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KAET-TV/Channel
8 broadcast
"A Conversation with Barbara
Kingsolver" 6:00 pm
KAET-TV/Channel 8 will rebroadcast an
episode of the "Books & Co."
series featuring "Animal Dreams"
author Barbara Kingsolver. In an engaging
conversation with host Jana Bommersbach,
Kingsolver talks about her books and the
creative process of writing.
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Mon.
April 15 |
Velma Teague Branch
Library, 7010 N. 58th Ave., Glendale
"The 58th Avenue Book Club Discusses Animal
Dreams." 10:00 am
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Mesquite Library, 4525 Paradise Village Pkwy N.,
Phoenix
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group."
11:45 - 12:45 pm
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Wed.
April 17 |
Cottonwood
Public Library, 100 South 6th Street,
Cottonwood
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion."
10:00
am
Contact Venessa Ward at 928-634-7559, x103
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Guadalupe Branch Library, 9421 S. Avenida del
Yaqui, Guadalupe
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion." 11:00
am
Contact Lydia Flores at 480-831-5967 for more information.
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Acacia Library, 750 E. Townley Ave.,
Phoenix
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group." 4:00
pm
Hosted by the Acacia Chapter of the Friends of Phoenix Public Library
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Chandler Sunset Library, 4930
W. Ray Rd., Chandler
"Dream Interpretation." 6:30 pm
Presentation by Susan Schwartz, Ph.D.
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Thur.
April 18 |
Downtown Library, 22. S. Delaware St., Chandler
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group." 2:00
pm
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Glendale Public Library, 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale
"The Afternoon Readers Group Discusses Animal
Dreams." 2:00 pm.
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Hamilton Library, 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler
"Growing Up Chicana in Morenci, Arizona." 3:00
pm
Join author Elena Diaz Bjorkquist as she holds a platica (informal talk) about Morenci, shows slides of what it looked like and selected reading from her stories in "Suffer Smoke" and "Water from the Moon" that reflect the voices of los chicanitos de Morenci.
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Scottsdale
Mustang Library,
10101 North 90th Street, Scottsdale
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion."
4:30
pm
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Queen Creek Branch Library, 22350 W. Ellsworth (Queen Creek Town Hall), Queen
Creek
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion." 7:00
pm
Dr. Jeff Ross will facilitate the discussion. Contact Joy Messer at 480-987-3600 for more information.
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Tempe Public Library, 3500 S. Rural Rd.,
Tempe
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group."
7:00 - 9:00 pm
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Fri.
April 19 |
Mohave Community College, 3400 Highway 95, Bullhead City (in the Mohave
Room)
“Southwestern Potluck and Book Discussion.” 6:00
pm
Librarians and staff from Tri-State area libraries are pleased to celebrate Barbara Kingsolver’s
"Animal Dreams!" Participants need to pre-register and bring their favorite Southwestern dish to share. Enjoy an evening of interesting discussion, music and a delicious meal! Sponsored by members of the Mohave Library Alliance. For more information, contact Mohave Community College Librarian Carol Leatherwood at 928-704-9465 or Bullhead City Branch Librarian Mimi Davis at 928-758-0714.
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Sat.
April 20 |
Civic
Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd.,
Scottsdale.
"What ONE Can Do Earth Day Music
Festival.” 12:30 - 3:30 pm
Celebrate the environmental themes of "Animal
Dreams." You’ll hear some of Arizona’s best acoustic
musicians as well as discover what can be
done in your own home and backyard to build
a sustainable and healthy environment. For
more information, call 480-312-4411. Adult
program / no registration.
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Mesa Public Library, 64 E. 1st St., Mesa
"Dreams: What Do They Mean?" 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Adults only. No registration needed. Barbara Rossman, from the Institute of Inner Growth, will discuss the history, imagery, and symbols of dreams. There will be an opportunity for sharing and questions during the program.
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Chandler Sunset Library, 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group." 1:30
pm
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Juniper Library, 1825 W. Union Hills Dr., Phoenix
"Dream Interpretation" 2:00 - 3:00
pm
Come and hear Doroethy Leonard discuss how dreams might help with your personal growth in relationships, in your
own development and in life's meaning. No registration required.
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Sun.
April 21 |
Arabian Library, 10187 E. McDowell Mt. Ranch Rd. (campus of Desert Canyon Middle School), Scottsdale.
"All Souls Day Discussion." 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Learn more about how this holiday is celebrated in Arizona as well as its significance in
"Animal Dreams." Sponsored by the City of
Scottsdale's Office of Diversity and Dialogue. Adult program / no registration.
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Mon.
April 22 |
Chandler Sunset Library, 4930 W. Ray Rd., Chandler
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group." 6:30
pm
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Desert
Sage Library, 7602 W. Encanto Blvd.,
Phoenix
"Animal Dreams" -- A Book Leading Us Into
Ourselves" 7:00 pm
Presented by Dr. Susan Schwartz. Dr. Schwartz will lead us in a discussion, revolving around Barbara Kingsolver's book, as we explore together how psychology and literature reveal the meaning in dreams. Get some fascinating insights into your own
dream world. Refreshments will be served. Please pick up a copy of the book and sign up for the discussion from April 1st through the 8th.
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Tues.
April 23 |
McClintock
High School, 1830 East Del Rio Drive, Tempe
"McClintock High School Staff Book
Discussion Group", 3:30 - 6:30 pm
Participation is limited to the staff
members who are signed up for this semester.
Contact Janie Benvenuti at 480-839-4222,
ext. 68583
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Peoria Public Library, 8401 W. Monroe, Peoria
"Treasures of Literature." 6:30 pm
Discussion of Animal Dreams.
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Cholla Library, 10050 Metro Parkway E.,
Phoenix
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group." 7:00
pm
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Downtown Library, 22 S. Delaware St., Chandler
"Dream Interpretation." 7:00 pm
Presentation by Susan Schwartz, Ph.D.
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Mesa Public Library, 64 E. 1st St., Mesa
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion."
7:00 - 8:30 pm
High school students and adults. After reading
Animal Dreams, discuss it with other
ONEBOOKAZ readers at the Main Library.
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Wed.
April 24 |
El Mirage Library,
14010 North El Mirage Road, El Mirage
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion
Group." 5:00 pm
Contact: Gail Ellis, 623-583-1030
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Avondale
Public Library, 328 West Western Avenue,
Avondale
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion."
6:30 pm
Contact Carla Patton at 623-932-9415
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Downtown Library, 22. S. Delaware St., Chandler
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group."
7:00 pm
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Glendale Public Library, 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale
"Teens Discuss Animal Dreams." 7:00
pm
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Thur.
April 25 |
Velma Teague Library, 7010 N. 58th Ave., Glendale
“Animal Dreams Book Discussion.”
12:00 pm, repeats at 5:00 pm
Everyone is invited to come discuss Barbara Kingsolver’s Animal Dreams. Presented by Words of the World City of Glendale Employees Book Discussion Group.
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Fountain Hills Library, 12901 N. La Montaña Dr., Fountain
Hills
"Book Discussion of Animal Dreams."
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Led by Karen Adams. Call 480-837-9793 for more information.
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Palo Verde Library, 4402 N. 51st Ave.,
Phoenix
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group."
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Refreshments will be served.
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Roxanne Whipple Memorial Library,
420 West Gilmore Street, Winslow
"Book Discussion of Animal Dreams."
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Contact Irene Best, City Librarian,
928-289-4982
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Glendale Public Library, 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale
"All Souls Day." 7:00 pm
Carmen Guerrero will show slides and explain the background of All Souls Day.
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Ironwood Library, 4333 E. Chandler Blvd., Phoenix
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group." 7:00
pm
Please register in advance, (602) 534-1900
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"Ladies
of the Club Book Discussion
Group"
7:00 - 9:30 pm
Contact Lee Overholt at 480-961-9457
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Sunrise Mountain Branch Library, 21200 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria
"Croak and Dagger." 7:00 pm
Discussion of Animal Dreams.
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Fri.
April 26 |
Phoenix College
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion for High School Students in
Aguila." 4:00 pm
Contact: Jenise Porter, 928-685-2214
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Sat.
April 27 |
Clifton/Morenci
"Exploring the Past and the Present." 10:00
am -3:00 pm
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Mesa Public Library, 64 E. 1st St., Mesa
"Piñatas! Piñatas."
10:00 -11:00 am
Join Bianca Hernandez for this informative program all about piñatas. Learn the history and use of the piñata, as well as how to make your own!
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Phoenix
Century Branch Library, 1750 E. Highland,
Phoenix
"Dream Interpretation." 2:00 -
3:30 pm
Come and hear Doroethy Leonard discuss how dreams might help with your personal growth in relationships, in your
own development and in life's meaning. No registration required.
Contact: 602-261-8677
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Morenci
Community Library, Burror Alley and Morenci
Plaza, Morenci
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion."
3:30 - 4:30 pm
Contact John Lechtenberger at 928-865-2775
for more information
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Mon.
April 29 |
Black
Canyon City Library, 34701 S. Old Black Canyon Highway,
Black Canyon City
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion."
3:00 pm
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Gila
Bend Branch Library, 202 N. Euclid, Gila
Bend
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion."
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Contact: Mary Brown, 928-683-2061
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Juniper Library, 1825 W. Union Hills Dr.,
Phoenix
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group."
7:00 - 8:00 pm
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Tues.
April 30 |
Hamilton Library, 3700 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler
"Dream Interpretation." 3:00 pm
Presentation by Susan Schwartz, Ph.D.
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Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Rd.,
Gilbert
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group.
7:00 - 8:30 pm
Contact Jackie McCalvin at 480-539-5136 for more information.
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Thurs.
May 9 |
Larson
Memorial Public Library, Corner of Woodland
Road and White Mountain Blvd., Lakeside
"Animal Dreams Book Discussion Group."
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Contact Wendy Kochheiser, 928-368-0624
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