A Page From the Book Festival of the MJCCA Presents Four Upcoming Author Event
The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA)’s Page from the Book Festival presents several upcoming author events during the months of April and May, 2012. Presenting authors include: Caroline Stoessinger, author of A Century of Wisdom: Lessons from the Life of Alice Herz-Sommer, the World’s Oldest Living Holocaust Survivor; Dr. Sanjay Gupta, author of Monday Mornings; Vanessa Williams, author ofYou Have No Idea: A Famous Daughter, Her No-Nonsense Mother, and How They Survived Pageants, Hollywood, Love, Loss (and Each Other); and Buddy Elias with co-author Gertrude Elias, author of Anne Frank's Family. These events will all be held at the MJCCA (5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338). Visit www.atlantajcc.org, or call 678.812.4002 for more information.
Upcoming Author Talks
Caroline Stoessinger, author of A Century of Wisdom: Lessons from the Life of Alice Herz-Sommer, the World’s Oldest Living Holocaust Survivor
Sunday, April 22 • 2:00 PM - The Morris & Rae Frank Theatre at the MJCCA’s Zaban Park
Free to the community
A special Yom Hashoah (HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY) program.
At 108 years old, pianist Alice Herz-Sommer is an eyewitness to the entire last century and the first decade of this one. A Century of Wisdom is the remarkable and inspiring story of one woman’s lifelong determination—in the face of some of the worst evils known to man—to find goodness in life. It is a testament to the bonds of friendship, the power of music, and the importance of leading a life of material simplicity, intellectual curiosity, and never-ending optimism.
Following her book talk, Ms. Stoessinger will be the keynote speaker at the MJCCA’s Yom Hashoah Commemoration at the Besser Holocaust Memorial Garden which begins at 4:00 pm.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta, author of Monday Mornings
Author and CNN Chief Medical Correspondent
In Conversation with: CNN Senior Medical Correspondent Elizabeth Cohen
Monday, April 23 • 7:30 PM - The Morris & Rae Frank Theatre at the MJCCA’s Zaban Park
With an introduction by Jeff Dauler from Q100’s The Bert Show
Prices: Event Only: $15.00/Non-Member $22.00 • Book & Event: $35.00/Non-Member $42.00 • Book Only: $26.74
The doctor is in! CNN Chief Medical Correspondent and Author Dr. Sanjay Gupta presents his new book, Monday Mornings, a novel that follows the lives of five surgeons who must confront their personal and professional failings, often in front of their peers at Monday morning's Morbidity & Mortality (known as M & M) meetings. Dr. Gupta appears as part of a special "Upfront & Unscripted" program featuring CNN Senior Medical Correspondent Elizabeth Cohen. Books will be available for purchase at the event, and a book signing will follow the presentation.
Vanessa Williams, Former Miss America, Star of “Desperate Housewives” and “Ugly Betty”
With her Mother and Co-author, Helen Williams
You Have No Idea: A Famous Daughter, Her No-Nonsense Mother, and How They Survived Pageants, Hollywood, Love, Loss (and Each Other)
Monday, May 7 • 7:30 PM - The Morris & Rae Frank Theatre at the MJCCA’s Zaban Park
Prices: Individual ticket: $18.00/Non-Member $25.00 • Mother/Daughter: $30.00/Non-Member $40.00
Just in time for Mother’s Day! When actress and former Miss America Vanessa Williams (“Ugly Betty,” “Desperate Housewives”) was growing up, her mother, Helen, gave her a list of things that she should never— ever—do. Near the top of that list was “never ever pose nude for anyone.” So when Vanessa became the first African-American woman to win the title of Miss America in September 1983, only to be forced to resign 10 months later due to a nude photo scandal, the lives of both Vanessa and Helen took an unexpected turn. But Vanessa survived this setback, and many others to come, to enjoy a thirty-plus-year career as an award-winning singer and actress. You’re invited to join us when Vanessa, with the help of her mother, tells her fascinating story.
(COMPLIMENTARY PHOTO WITH TICKET! With a ticket purchase for the Vanessa Williams event, guests will receive a complimentary “green screen” photo featuring one of our very own Vanessa-inspired custom backgrounds. Photos will be taken from 6:00 – 7:15 pm. Photography by Peachtree Pictures. Limit one per guest please.)
Buddy Elias with co-author Gertrude Elias, Anne Frank's Family
May 21 • 7:30 PM - The Morris & Rae Frank Theatre at the MJCCA’s Zaban Park
In partnership with the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust's Anne Frank Exhibit
Prices: Member $8.00/Non-Member $13.00
Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet Buddy Elias, Anne Frank's first cousin and closet living relative, when he and his wife present the book, Anne Frank's Family. The book recounts the letters, drawings, poems, photographs, postcards, and other types of correspondence between the Frank family members - all found in a trunk in Helene Elias's (Anne's aunt and Buddy's mother) attic following her death in 2001. The book is written by Buddy's wife, Gertrude, and renowned German author, Mirjam Pressler. Gertrude will appear onstage with Buddy during the event.
ABOUT THE BOOK FESTIVAL OF MJCCA
Heralded by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution as “Atlanta’s major literary event,”the Book Festival of the MJCCA (which takes place annually, in November) and the MJCCA’s (year-round) Page From the Book Festival events are some of the most prominent and well-known in the country, and are attended annually by more than 10,000 visitors. Over the years, the MJCCA’s Book Festival has featured Pulitzer Prize winners, bestselling and up-and-coming authors, as well as nationally celebrated talent.
ABOUT THE MARCUS JCC OF ATLANTA
The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA), The Center of the Community, is committed to strengthening the quality of life in Atlanta and is recognized as one of the most highly-regarded community centers nationally. From preschoolers and adolescents to young adults and seniors, the MJCCA offers unique and engaging programs, events, and services for every member of the community.
MORE INFORMATION
Media Inquiries:
Contact Lora Sommer at 678.812.4078, lora.sommer@atlantajcc.org.
To Purchase Tickets:
MJCCA Box Office at 678.812.4005 or visit www.atlantajcc.org.
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