(or everyone reads The Odyssey by Homer)
The Library Foundation of Los Angeles has declared October Odyssey month (find their webpage on the topic here: lfla.org/odyssey/). A number of branches are exploring the many facets of Homer’s Odyssey throughout the month. We here at the Arroyo Seco Branch are joining in with an exciting slate of programs. To begin with The Odyssey is the October Arroyo Book Club pick so be sure to come by the library for a copy of the book you can keep (while supplies last) and join us for the discussion at the end of the month. We will also be having a local Homer scholar speak about the book so be sure to come to that for some additional insight into The Odyssey. But enough talk; let me provide you with the complete slate of programming (everybody is welcome at all events):
10/4 @ 3:00
An Odyssey of the Mind…Tap Imagery Workshop
Come and take an odyssey of the mind with hypnotherapist Frances O'Brien in which you'll learn to use an all-natural yet very effective means for dealing with life's difficulties. Tap Imagery is a simple system of gently tapping on the body's meridian endpoints in order to clear blockages and restore yourself to balance. Join us on this journey! You'll return home feeling refreshed and renewed.
10/7 @ 5:30
Odyssey Themed Movie
Join us for a film whose plot was taken from Homer’s classic Odyssey. See how many plot point similarities you can identify. Call branch for specifics.
(CANCELLED) -- 10/11 @ 3:00 -- (CANCELLED)
A Space Odyssey with Dr. Steven L. Cornford
Join us for a tour of space and the world around us with Dr. Steven L. Cornford, Senior Engineer, System Modeling and Analysis Program Office, Jet Propulsion Laboratory/California Institute of Technology. Questions are welcomed so bring yours with you.
10/16 @ 4:00
Art with the Odyssey
How do the stories from the Odyssey inspire you artistically? Come and make Odyssey themed jewelry, ornaments and whatever else you can dream up in the shrinky-dink medium.
10/19 @ 2:00
Odyssey Lecture by Damian Stocking
Damian Stocking, Classics Professor at Occidental College (he wrote his dissertation on Homer) will speak on the meaning of the adventures in the Odyssey as they relate to the rest of the book.
10/21 @ 5:30
Odyssey Themed Movie
Join us for a film that embraces the concept of an Odyssey. Call branch for specifics.
10/25 @ 3:00
Arroyo Book Group Discussion
Join us for a lively discussion of Homer’s Odyssey.
10/29 from 6:00 to 7:45
Another Space Odyssey…Telescope Night with the Sidewalk Astronomers
Join us for Telescope Night with the Sidewalk Astronomers tonight and take a space odyssey. Explore the night sky with a telescope & bring your questions about the moon, planets, and constellations.
____________ Links to Relevant Articles/Sites (will be updated)__________________
Blog entry introducing event (http://lfla.org/blog/an-epic-quest-coming-soon-the-l-a-odyssey-project/)
Library Foundation's WebPage on the Project (http://lfla.org/odyssey/)
Library Foundation's WebPage on the Project (http://lfla.org/odyssey/)
