One Evening in Maine: A Celebration of Robert McCloskey
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Sponsors:
Lead Co-Sponsor
In-kind Patron
Benefit Dinner:
Join us for One Evening in Maine: A Celebration of Robert McCloskey
Thursday, September 13, 2012
5:30 p.m.—8:30 p.m.
The Portland Club, 156 State Street, Portland, Maine
Tickets are $100; tables seat eight
Registration
One Evening in Maine is a benefit dinner to support the MHC’s programs for educators and at-risk populations on the 60th anniversary of McCloskey’s book.
In 1952, Robert McCloskey published One Morning in Maine, the story of a lost tooth, a wish come true, and Maine at its most beautiful. A hero to many children’s book writers and illustrators today, McCloskey created a vision of Maine that is treasured by children and adults alike. In his Maine-based books (Blueberries for Sal, One Morning in Maine, Time of Wonder, and Burt Dow, Deep-water Man), McCloskey depicted a world that many coastal residents know well and an iconic image of Maine that has contributed to an image of our state across the country.
- Meet Jane McCloskey (Sal’s little sister Jane in the book, who was allowed by her sister only vanilla ice cream so that the drips wouldn’t stain).
- Have books signed by Jane McCloskey and Maine artist/illustrators.
- Enjoy a themed meal catered by Black Tie with clues from Robert McCloskey’s books.
Auction:
Bid on works by contemporary Maine artists whose children’s book illustrations inspire young readers in Maine and nationwide
Register to bid in advance or by phone (For more information)
| Charlotte Agell | Ashley Bryan |
| Cathryn Falwell | Lisa Jahn-Clough |
| Holly Meade | Melissa Sweet |
| Chris Van Dusen |
Registration:
If you would rather send in your information and check by regular mail, please print this page (styled for easy printing) and mail to: Maine Humanities Council, 674 Brighton Avenue, Portland, ME 04102; otherwise, please fill out the forms below (PayPal at the end).