The Mayor’s Literacy Commission has selected the autobiographical book That’s Why I’m Here by Chris Spielman for the 2012 One Book, One Community program. Written with co-author Bruce Hooley, the book traces Spielman’s football career, then relates the story of how Spielman and his wife Stefanie faced many challenges during her lengthy battle with breast cancer. The Mayor’s Literacy Commission and co-sponsors Malone University and the Stark County District Library invite you to attend these special events and any of the book discussions.
Kicking Off with Chris Spielman
Tuesday, Oct 2 • 7:00 pm Book signing from 5:30–6:45 pm only. Presentation and book signing by local football hero Chris Spielman, co–author of That’s Why I’m Here. Malone University’s Johnson Center, Canton
Pink Ribbons and Footballs – That’s Why I’m Here Community Mural
September and October • Library Hours Help create a mural to be displayed at the One Book, One Community final event with Bruce Hooley, October 30. Decorate a football and be a part of this special art project dedicated to the memory of Stefanie Spielman. All Stark County District Library locations
Tackling Breast Cancer... More Than Pink Ribbons
Tuesday, Oct 9 • 7:00 pm Experts will present the latest information on breast cancer awareness, prevention and treatment. Stark County District Library (Main), Canton
Catching the Spirit of Heroism
Tuesday, Oct 16 • 7:00 pm Roundtable discussion of heroism focusing on the Spielmans’ story and what really makes a hero. Malone University’s Johnson Center, Canton
Celebrating Champions: Our Personal Caregivers
Monday, Oct 22 • 7:00 pm View an audio–visual presentation on cancer caregivers and hear first–hand stories as we recognize some of our area’s outstanding caregivers. Jackson High School, Massillon
Huddling with Hooley
Tuesday, Oct 30 • 7:00 pm Book signing from 8:00 to 8:45 pm only Presentation and book signing by ESPN sports talk show host Bruce Hooley, co–author of That’s Why I’m Here. Stark County District Library (Main), Canton
One Book, One Community
Book Discussions @ Your Library Sep 19.....6:30 pm..........SCDL North Branch Sep 25.....6:30 pm..........SCDL Lake Community Branch Oct 1........6:00 pm..........SCDL Sandy Valley Branch Oct 4........6:00 pm..........SCDL Perry Sippo Branch Oct 4........6:00 pm..........SCDL Jackson Township Branch Oct 9........7:00 pm..........SCDL East Canton Branch Oct 23......4:00 pm..........SCDL DeHoff Memorial Branch Oct 31......11:00 am.......SCDL Madge Youtz Branch
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Stark Scene • Fall 2012
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