Two specific events will be held at the Evesham Library toward the end of October.
The Burlington County Library System continues to host a special, seven-week series of performances, book discussions, film screenings and more focusing on Dashiell Hammett’s thrilling and classic detective tale “The Maltese Falcon.”
Running through Sunday, Nov. 13, this fun and thought-provoking series has featured partner participation from a host of organizations, and special events and activities for all ages at all library branches.
Specific events at the Evesham Library include a book discussion on the “The Maltese Falcon on Monday, Oct. 31 at 2 p.m. and a crafting event where attendees can design their own film noir themed charm bracelet on Wednesday, Oct. 26 at 2 p.m.
A program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest, the NEA Big Read is designed to help broaden our understanding of our world, our communities and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. The
Big Read supports organizations across the country in developing community-wide programs which encourage reading and participation by diverse audiences.
Published in 1930, “The Maltese Falcon” is an iconic literary work that defined the sub-genre of detective fiction. Set in foggy San Francisco, featuring private detective Sam Spade, the beautiful and treacherous Brigid O’Shaughnessy (aka Miss Wonderly), and a treasure worth killing for, Hammett’s novel has captivated three generations of readers.
Dashiell Hammett’s influence and writings inspired new movements in both fiction and film. “The Maltese Falcon,” adapted and directed by John Huston in 1941 and starring Humphrey Bogart, Mary Astor and Peter Lorre, was nominated for three Academy Awards.
Registration is required for all programs in The NEA Big Read series. To learn more about the events, their locations across each county library and to register, go to www.bcls.lib.nj.us/bigread Remember to register for each library event separately, and join for these “Maltese Falcon” programs this fall.
For more information about the NEA Big Read at BCLS, call (609) 267–9660 or visit www.bcls.lib.nj.us/bigread .
