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Book Talk with James Cobb
Join the Russell Library for a program with James C. "Jim" Cobb on Thursday, February 2, 2023, at 4:oo p.m. in room 271 of the UGA Special Collections Building. Following a talk about his new book C. Vann Woodward: America's Historian (UNC Press, 2022), Cobb will participate in a Q&A with the audience and book signing. Light reception to follow. This event is free and open to the public. Parking is available in the Hull Street Deck.
Thursday, February 2, 2023 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm Richard B. Russell Special Collections Libraries , 271
Politics and Zines: Create Your Own Zine Workshop
A zine, short for "magazine," is a small-circulation self-published work of images and text, usually reproduced on a copy machine. Zines have been a significant medium of communication for fan clubs, artists, and subcultures alike, presenting the opportunity of self-expression for anyone who has access to scissors and paper. Additionally, zines provide an accessible avenue for activists to express personal and political views.
Symposium on the Book
Lecture, "The Blood of Christians: Phillis Wheatley Peters and White Christianity" with Professor Kim Coles, 10AM:
Thursday, February 16, 2023 10:00 am Richard B. Russell Special Collections Libraries , 277
Lecture, Freemasonry in Georgia: Ideals, Imagery, and Impact
Join curator Alisa Luxenberg for a lecture about Hargrett's newest exhibit, "Freemasonry in Georgia: Ideals, Imagery, and Impact."
Monday, February 20, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm Richard B. Russell Special Collections Libraries , 271
Escape the Gallery Game Night
Join the Hargrett Library for an interactive escape room experience hosted by Escape the Space in the galleries! RSVP to Jess Grant (jess.grant@uga.edu) by February 20th.
Tuesday, February 21, 2023 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Richard B. Russell Special Collections Libraries , Hargrett Gallery
Troubling Performance Symposium
This one-day symposium will consider representations of race in performance in connection to the work of visual artist Kara Walker, whose exhibition "Back of Hand" will be on display at the Athenaeum. Taking Walker as a departure point, invited speakers will address themes related to rethinking Gershwin's Porgy and Bess, satire, stereotypes, gender, and identity.
Saturday, February 25, 2023 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Athenaeum
A Conversation with Monte Markham: From Campus Footlights to Hollywood Spotlights
Monte Markham ('57 BFA, '60 MFA) will be in conversation with Margie Compton, moving image archivist for the Brown Media Archives, followed by an audience Q&A.
Monday, February 27, 2023 6:00 pm Richard B. Russell Special Collections Libraries , 285
Jeannette Rankin Legacy Lecture: Mary Jane Bradbury as Jeannette Rankin in 1920
Presented by Jeannette Rankin Foundation, Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies, and Athens Chautauqua Society.
Wednesday, March 1, 2023 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm Richard B. Russell Special Collections Libraries , 271
Warrior Women: A Community Conversation Sparked by Sculptor Alice Woodruff and Formidable Women
Join us on Saturday, March 11, 2023, for a community conversation sparked by artist Alice Woodruff and formidable women. View a selection of the sculptures from the exhibition Warrior Women: From Invisible to Formidable One Hundred Strong. Following a brief lecture by artist Alice Woodruff, a panel will explore themes from the exhibition. The artist and panel will participate in a Q & A with the audience. Light reception. Event sponsored by the Russell Library and Jeannette Rankin Foundation.
Saturday, March 11, 2023 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Richard B. Russell Special Collections Libraries , 271