Boston Launches Its First Book Festival
BOSTON — Dozens of internationally recognized writers such as Richard Russo and Cornel West are visiting Boston this weekend. They’re taking part in the workshops, panel discussions, performances, and readings at the inaugural Boston Book Festival, which opens Saturday in Copley Square. We spoke with its founder and president, Deborah Porter.
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Opening Reception for EXTRAORDINARY: Puppetry, Storytelling, & Spirit
March 19, 2010
At New Art Center -
"What's It Worth?" Antiques Appraisal Event
March 19, 2010
At Unitarian Universalist Congregation -
Les Folies Françoises: Music from the court of Louis XV by Leclair, Barriere, and Royer
March 19, 2010
At First Church in Cambridge, Congregational -
Firefall
March 19, 2010
At The Center for Arts in Natick (TCAN)
