Program & Events

September

09.14.12 Fri. – To Kill a Mockingbird Film Showing / Council on Aging, 1:00 P.M.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of this landmark Academy Award-winning filstarring Gregory Peck and “2 superb discoveries” (NYTimes). The film ranks 25th on the American Film Institute’s top 100 Films of all time. While an excellent adaptation of the book, the film is a unique and independent work of art featuring wonderful acting, an evocative score, and a sensational screenplay.

09.15.12 Sat. – Milton Reads 2012! PROGRAM KICK OFF! / Milton Public Library, 2-4 P.M.

Welcome to the first Milton Reads! One Book One Town kick-off event — a town-wide program in which we all read the same book together. Activities for children. Sign-up for a book group, even if you’ve never done it before. To Kill a Mockingbird will be available for purchase ($5). Let’s start the conversation about Boo, Scout, Jem, Dill, and Atticus! We look forward to seeing you! Refreshments courtesy of the Friends of the Library.

09.27.12 Thurs. – TKM Drop-In Book Discussion Group / Milton Public Library, 7 P.M.

Come join your neighbors and friends in discussing the characters, themes, plot and setting of this beloved novel. Share your thoughts and listen to the insights of others about what the book means and lessons that can be learned from it. You do not need to have finished the book to participate! Members of the TKM committee will be on hand to help guide the discussions.

October

10.07.12 Sun. – ¡Celebrate Milton! Noon – 4 P.M.

See us at Milton High School with the Friends of the Milton Library!

10.11.12 Thurs. – Hey Boo Film Showing / Milton Public Library, 6:15 P.M.

This 2010 documentary celebrates the 50th anniversary of the novel. An inspiring and insightful look at the author, the book, the film, and the impact. Oprah Winfrey, Wally Lamb, Lee Smith, and Scott Turow are among the media and literary  commentators on the book. Although the author didn’t grant an interview, her friends and 90-year-old sister did. The film also features interviews with people who made the famous movie of the novel. Suitable for all ages.

10.14.12 Sun. – To Kill a Mockingbird Film Showing / Milton Public Library, 2:00 P.M.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of this landmark Academy Award-winning film starring Gregory Peck and “2 superb discoveries” (NYTimes). The film ranks 25th on the American Film Institute’s top 100 Films of all time. While an excellent adaptation of the book, the film is a unique and independent work of art featuring wonderful acting, an evocative score, and a sensational screenplay. Refreshments courtesy Milton Historical Society.

10.16.12 Tues. – TKM Drop-In Book Discussion Group / Fuller Village, 2 P.M.

Come join your neighbors and friends in discussing the characters, themes, plot and setting of this award winning novel. Share your thoughts and listen to the insights of others on what the book means and lessons that can be learned from it. You do not need to have finished the book to participate! Members of the TKM committee will be on hand to help guide the discussions.

10.24.12 Weds. – TKM Drop-In Book Discussion Group /Milton Public Library, 7 P.M.

Come join your neighbors and friends in discussing the characters, themes, plot and setting of this award winning novel. Share your thoughts and listen to the insights of others on what the book means and lessons that can be learned from it. You do not need to have finished the book to participate! Members of the TKM committee will be on hand to help guide the discussions.

10.26.12 Fri. – To Kill a Mockingbird Film Showing / Fuller Village, 7 P.M.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of this landmark Academy Award winning film starring Gregory Peck and “2 superb discoveries” (NYTimes). The film ranks 25th on the American Film Institute’s top 100 Films of all time. While an excellent adaptation of the book, the film is a unique and independent work of art featuring wonderful acting, an evocative score, and a sensational screenplay.

CANCELLED – 10.27.12 Sat. – Hallowe’en Fest / Cunningham Park, 4-6 P.M.

We apologize but due to teh large number of events taking place here in town we decided to cancel the event.

10.28.12 Sun. – Dramatic Read from the Play / Milton Public Library, 2 P.M.

The Milton Players present a dramatic reading from the stage adaptation of To Kill a Mockingbird.

November

11.15.12 Thurs. – The Last Chapter: Dialogue, Music, & Reception, First Parish Church, 7 P.M.

Please join us for the closing program to Milton Reads! 2012. It will feature a talk and dialogue with U.S Attorney Carmen Ortiz, a gospel choir concert, and a reception to mingle and share thoughts, experiences and ideas for next year!