To Kill a Mockingbird
2015 Schedule of Events
Oct. 8, 12:30 p.m. - To Kill A Mockingbird: A Big Read Documentary - WKMS,
91.3FM
Featuring commentary by actor Robert Duvall.
Oct. 8, 7:00 p.m. - The Big Read Kick-Off - The Alhambra Theatre
What better way to start the Big Read than with a special guest appearance from Scout? Mary
Badham, who played the tomboy heroine in the 1962 Academy Award-winning film, joins us as
we kick-off a 5-week program of events, activities, discussions, and fun dedicated to the classic
novel To Kill a Mockingbird. A dramatic performance, songs from a gospel choir, a screening
of scenes from the movie, and a Q&A with Scout all combine for an evening you won’t want to
miss. First 100 readers get a free copy of the book!
Oct. 9 – Nov. 14 - Special Exhibit: To Kill a Mockingbird: A Christian County Cast Pennyroyal Area Museum
How much does Christian County, KY resemble Maycomb County, AL? This exhibit explores
themes in the book by comparing local characters and scenes to those in To Kill a
Mockingbird. Visit and learn about Hopkinsville’s own Atticus, Scout, Boo, and more! (Tues.Fri. 9-5; Sat. 10-3. $2 admission)
Oct. 9, 7:00 p.m. - Movie Night: To Kill A Mockingbird - The Alhambra Theatre
Free admission to the 1962 Academy Award winning film
Oct. 10, 2:00 p.m. - Rube Goldberg – Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library
Crack open a copy of To Kill A Mockingbird - The easy way, or the “unnecessarily complex”
way with Rube Goldberg. Which team will most creatively build a machine to open a copy?
Crazy, complicated fun!
Oct. 13, 20, 27 & Nov. 3, 6:00 p.m. - Cartooning Workshop – Hopkinsville Art Guild
Local high school students learn the art of cartooning as they illustrate scenes from the book.
Their works will be on display at the Guild Gallery during November. Contact Henrietta at (270)
886-3776 for more information.
Oct. 14, 12:00 p.m. - Book Discussion – Books on Main
“To Dissect a Mockingbird” with Cynthia Atkins from HCC.
Oct. 15, 5:30 p.m. - Of Mockingbirds and Magnolias: Harper Lee and Southern
Literature - Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library
Dr. Mark Lucas, Jobson Professor of English, Centre College, discusses how modern Southern
literature cuts against the moonlight and magnolia stereotypes.
Oct. 16, 6:00 p.m. - Of Mockingbirds and Magnolias: Harper Lee and Southern
Literature – Hopkinsville Community College
Dr. Mark Lucas, Jobson Professor of English, Centre College, discusses how modern Southern
literature cuts against the moonlight and magnolia stereotypes.
Oct. 17, 2:00 p.m. – The Watsons Go to Birmingham – Alhambra Theatre
Oct. 17, 7:00 p.m. – Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner – Alhambra Theatre
Movies set in the era of the Civil Rights Movement provide additional insight into the themes of
racial injustice in the novel. $5 each
Oct. 19, 6:00 p.m. - When Atticus Came to Hopkinsville – Pennyroyal Area
Museum
Wynn Radford explores a 1954 murder trial that put local attorneys in a similar position that
Atticus Finch faced as he defended Tom Robinson.
Oct. 21, 12:00 p.m. - Book Discussion – Books on Main
“Harper Lee: The Woman Behind To Kill A Mockingbird” with Ann Nichols from HCC
Oct. 22, 5:30 p.m. - Race Relations in Hopkinsville – Where Are We Now, Where
Do We Want to Be, and How Do We Get There? - War Memorial Building
Hear from a panel of community leaders who will generate a discussion on issues facing
Hopkinsville today. Rev. Lisa Lewis-Balboa, Gwenda Motley, Matt Snorton, Judge Arnold
Lynch, and Chief Clayton Sumner are the panelists. WKMS staff will moderate the discussion.
Oct. 24, 9:00 a.m. - Girl Scout Storytelling Badge - Hopkinsville-Christian County
Public Library
Share your stories of personal courage and work on your storytelling badge in this group activity.
Oct. 28, 6:00 p.m. - Book Discussion – L&N Depot
Go Set A Watchman with Jennifer Brown
Oct. 29, 3:30 p.m. - Big HallowREAD - Hopkinsville-Christian County Public
Library
For little readers. Storytelling, face painting, pumpkin decorating, games and more in the back
parking lot of the library. Pre-K to early
elementary age.
Oct. 29, 5:30 p.m. - Calling all Book Clubs! - Hopkinsville-Christian County Public
Library
Join us for this multi-group book discussion on To Kill A Mockingbird. Enjoy wine, cheese,
laughs and maybe some Lane Cake. Adults.
Oct. 30, 5:00 p.m. - Supper in the Cemetery – Riverside Cemetery
Tour the tombstones with the Museums of Hopkinsville and meet Hopkinsville’s own versions of
the characters in the novel. The tour concludes with a performance in the renovated Riverside
Chapel. The evening includes a Southern supper catered by the Pioneers. Call the Museum at
(270) 887-4270 to make a reservation. $10 per person.
Oct. 31, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - BOO Radley Fall Festival - Hopkinsville Greenway
System, Library Entrance
A morning of fall fun for the whole family! Join us next to the Hopkinsville-Christian County
Public Library for games, pumpkin decorating, face painting, and so much more. Wear your best
costume, dress up your pet, or decorate your bike for a jog, stroll, or ride on the Pennyrile Rail
Trail. Ham costumes encouraged! Discover hidden treasures left along the trail by the one and
only Boo Radley, and don’t miss a Hopkinsville Halloween tradition: the Legend of the Bell
Witch as told by William T. Turner at the amphitheater behind the library at 11:30am.
Nov. 2 - Book Discussion “Reading to Mrs. Dubose: How To Kill a Mockingbird Connects Reading to Lives”
Nov. 4, 12:00 p.m. - Book Discussion - Books on Main
HCC History Instructor Dr. John Davis presents on the Great Depression and the economic,
socio-cultural and other forces of the period that may have moved many of the actors.
Nov. 5, 5:30 p.m. - Cooking by the Book - Hopkinsville-Christian County Public
Library
The Kentucky Humanities Council presents Jonathan Jeffery as he reveals what he has
discovered after examining regional cookbooks. Sample recipes made by local students from
local cookbooks and be ready to indulge in a good time!
Nov. 4, 5, 6 - Community Reader Day – Christian County Literacy Council
The 2015 theme celebrates To Kill a Mockingbird with age-appropriate titles reflecting the
novel’s themes of social justice and personal courage. To volunteer, contact the Literacy
Council’s office at (270) 962-7114 or email beverly@cclitcouncil.org.
Nov. 7, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. - Paint Party – Griffin’s Studio
Join Griffin’s Studio for a To Kill A Mockingbird open studio event. 9” x 12” canvases with
scenes from the book and painting materials will be provided. All ages; $10 per person.
Nov. 10, 3:00 p.m. - Teen Book Discussion – Starbucks
Sip a coffee at Starbucks while you chat about Scout and Boo. Led by HHS’s Kelly Myers.
Nov. 11, 12:00 p.m. - Book Discussion – Hopkinsville Art Guild
Ted Poston’s Dark Side of Hopkinsville with Jennifer Brown
Nov. 11, 6:00 p.m. - Southern Trivia Night – Davo’s
Think you’re an expert on Southern history, culture, literature, and geography? Put your
knowledge to the test at a fun-filled Southern Trivia Night at Davo’s. Play in teams and win
prizes for knowing your grits from your gravy!
Nov. 14, 11:00 a.m. - “Atticus in the Courtroom” - Christian County Courthouse
Thespian Wayne Goolsby reprises his acclaimed role as Atticus Finch, defense attorney for the
wrongly-accused Tom Robinson. As the presiding Judge Taylor, Circuit Judge John Atkins is
joined by local townspeople comprising the jury. Following the program, lunch will be provided
by the Literacy Council. Please phone the council office (270) 962-7114 or email
beverly@cclitcouncil.org for lunch reservations.