As part of the literacy program of "Read Across America," the students at Lela Alston Elementary School in the Maryvale area of the West Valley will be treated to a presentation by national professional storyteller K. Sean Buvala on Friday, February 27, 2009 at 11:00 in the morning. The school is located at 4006 West Osborn Road in Phoenix. As a presenter for the school's "Read Across America ...

Ursula LeGuin You’ve heard of Dido and Aeneas (and Purcell, Virgil and all that). Well, a well-known author named Ursula LeGuin decided to pick one of the most obscure but potentially interesting characters of the whole Aeneid and give you Lavinia and Aeneas. The novel is called Lavinia , and I just finished it. The book came to my attention through my wife. Her book club, having heard that NPR considers the book one of last year’s best, decided to read it. So my wife read it. “You

The storytelling tradition has been a focal point in Irish life for over 1,000 years. Irish songs often spring from a rich history, culture and traditions of the county. Well known Irish Storyteller, Jim Hawkins will lead us on a fascinating journey through storytelling and song, striking notes of humor and seriousness as he brings memories of Ireland to life!

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MIDDLEBORO — A little touch of "Carnival" can be found this weekend at the Middleborough Public Library's South of the Border Festival" featuring various Latin American cultures. Music and storytelling are on tap for Friday and Saturday. The...