In another grim reminder of our economic woes, the most all-American of authors may lose his home in the next couple weeks–unless a brave contingent of writers can raise enough money to save the 19th Century home this evening.
Tonight Tom Perrotta, Stewart O’Nan, and Phillip Lopate will join a slew of writers for a reading in Hartford, Connecticut to celebrate the legacy of Mark Twain.
The benefit will raise money to save the Mark Twain House & Museum, which faces dire financial woes. Even if you can’t stop by tonight, be sure to visit the webpage for more information. Details follow after the jump…
“Admission to the reading and book signing is $40. Admission to the
reception, reading and book signing is $100. Reservations are required
and can be made by calling 860-280-3152, 860-247-0998 ext. 241 or by
email at info [at] marktwainhouse [dot] org.”