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The Big Read, Autumn 2019: “In the Heart of the Sea”

The National Endowment for the Arts has chosen Staten Island OutLOUD to present The Big Read in our community. This is our tenth consecutive award from the NEA, and we are proud to present a series of varied free events, exploring Nathaniel Philbrick’s gripping story, In the Heart of the Sea.

Program details will be announced shortly.

Meanwhile, here is the NEA’s announcement regarding The Big Read 2019: https://www.arts.gov/news/2019/national-endowment-arts-announces-1-million-grants-support-community-reading-programs?fbclid=IwAR0FIm09ZBV-BbmCMTSC-ne5xLRffXm7fa8IadWFcUrs6d4PQZ5kzBbdMzc

Heart of Sea book-movie ref

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Poe and the Forest

Poe image in bare trees with ravensSunday, Nov 10, 2pm, Greenbelt Nature Center, 700 Rockland Ave, SINY 10314

We’ll read Poe’s mysterious “A Tale of the Ragged Mountains”, together with some of his other works reflecting the beauty of the natural world.  Weather permitting, we’ll also enjoy a short walk through the Greenbelt woods.  (Be sure to dress appropriately if you’d like to join our walk)

Free parking in the Greenbelt lot.  For directions via public transportation, please visit www.hopstop.com

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The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket

Pym book coverSaturday, Nov 9, 9pm & 10pm, at Deep Tanks Gallery, 150 Bay St, SINY 10301  (just three blocks from the Ferry)

Staten Island OutLOUD presents a spoken-word performance based on Poe’s only novella, The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket.  Co-hosted by Margaret Chase and Deep Tanks’ Florence Poulain and Kristopher Johnson. OutLOUD will create a spoken-word performance with video and live music.

Plenty of free parking on the street.  For directions via public transportation, please visit www.hopstop.com

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The Tell-Tale Heart

Saturday, Nov 9, 2pm at the St George Library Center, 5 Central Ave, SINY 10301

Staten Island OutLOUD joins our librarian friend, Margaret Sigglinno – and you! – for a community chat on Poe’s terrifying tale, The Tell-Tale Heart.  Copies of this short story will be available at the check-out desk ahead of time.

For directions via public transportation, visit www.hopstop.comedgar-allen-poe-1

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Poe for Very Young Readers

Tuesday, Nov 5, 1pm, Staten Island Children’s Museum, 1000 Richmond Terrace, SINY 10301 (on the grounds of Snug Harbor Cultural Center)

Poe’s stories adapted for very young readers.  Age-appropriate, fun & not too, too scary.  Hosted by Doris Nielsen, popular teacher and creator of many magical literary experiences for young readers.

Plenty of free parking in the adjacent lot.  For directions via public transportation, please visit www.hopstop.com

 

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“Al Aaraaf” – A place between heaven and hell

BW image with bird and gardenSunday, Nov 3, 3pm – Jaques Marchais Museum of Tibetan Art, 338 Lighthouse Road, SINY 10306.

Staten Island OutLOUD resents a rare reading of Poe’s mystical poem, Al Aaraaf, a plce between heaven and earth.  This poem, which was written in Poe’s youth, was inspired by two very different sources:  passages in the Qu’ran, and the discovery of a supernova by Tycho Brahe in the 16th century.

This event is free.

For directions via public transportation, visit www.hopstop.com.

 

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The Pit and the Pendulum

Pit and Pendulum film still 1961Saturday, Nov 2, 8pm at Staten Island Makerspace, 450 Thompson Street, SINY 10304

OutLOUD teams up with sculptor/dancer D.B. Lampman and metal artist Scott Van Campen for a performance of Poe’s terrifying tale of the Spanish Inquisition.

Details to come; plans for this event are presently in progress.

Plenty of free parking on the street.  For directions via public transportation, please visit www.hopstop.com

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Poe for Very Young Readers

Wednesday, October 30, 3:30pm, South Beach Library, 21-25 Robin Road, SINY 10305

Poe adapted for young readers.  Age-appropriate, fun & not too, too scary.   Hosted by Doris Nielsen, popular teacher and creator of many magical literary experiences for young readers.

Free parking on the street.  For directions via public transportation, please visit www.hopstop.com

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A Descent Into the Maelsrom

Punch Descent Into MaelstromSunday, Oct 27, 3pm at the Noble Maritime Collection, 1000 Richmond Terrace, SINY 10301 (on the grounds of Snug Harbor Cultural Center)

Poe was a pioneer of science fiction, and this harrowing story is one of his most memorable works.  We’ll read this tale of disaster at sea in this beautiful maritime museum.

This event is perfect for all ages.  Youth and teens are especially welcome.  Plenty of free parking in the Snug Harbor lots.  For directions via public transportation, please visit www.hopstop.com

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Poe’s Wine Tasting

Saturday, Oct 26, 7pm at Honor Wines, 36 Bay St, SINY 10301 (across the street from the Post Office, and just half a block from the Ferry).

Join our hosts, Lorie & Robert Honor, for a free wine tasting and a sampling of Poe’s poems & tales of horror.

This event is free.  Ample free parking on the street.  For directions via public transportation, please visit www.hotpstop.com

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