October 22
Nevada’s Literary and Architectural History Celebrated at Morelli House Reception
The Vegas Valley Book Festival celebrates “The Genius of Mark Twain” in a special literary program on Thursday, October 22, 7:00 pm in the auditorium of the Downtown Senior Services Center, 310 South 9th Street. This pre-festival event, co-sponsored by the Junior League of Las Vegas, will feature renowned scholar, author and storyteller, Dr. Elliot Engel, in a dramatic narrative celebrating the writings and the life of Mark Twain as one of America’s most enduring literary legends. Engel, a recognized authority on Charles Dickens, has taught at the University of North Carolina and Duke University and offers a range of literary programs on the lives of 19th and 20th century authors, including Mark Twain — whose real-life experiences in Northern Nevada inspired his writings about the American West.
Following Engel’s presentation, a reception and book signing will take place at the Junior League’s Morelli House, 831 Bridger. The Junior League, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Morelli House, will be providing tours of the historic property.
This event is free and open to the public but seats are limited and reservations can be made by calling 882‑6536 or emailing jrleagueoflasvegas@aol.com. The event is funded in part by a grant from Nevada Humanities, with support from the City of Las Vegas.
“The Genius of Mark Twain” is one of a number of pre-festival events leading up to the Vegas Valley Book Festival, November 4–8, with most events taking place at the Historic Fifth Street School. The festival, now in its eighth year, is presented annually by the City of Las Vegas, Nevada Humanities, Las Vegas Clark County Library District and Las Vegas Review-Journal. This year the festival is expected to draw over 10,000 attendees at all venues over the 5 day event.
For more information about the Vegas Valley Book Festival, call 229‑5431 or 895‑1878 or visit www.artslasvegas.org/vvbf.
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