Myth, Magic, and Motherhood

Join fellow San Diegans in exploring Madeline Miller’s sweeping novel Circe as part of the NEA Big Read. Experience events, performances, art exhibits, book discussions, a writing contest, and more!

All events and programs are FREE, unless otherwise noted with ^.

EVENTS, PROGRAMS, and OPPORTUNITIES

Circe Inspired Writing Contest

Submission Deadline – January 31st, 2024
Live Reading Event in April 2024

MORE DETAILS

Student Artwork Displays

Throughout the month of April 2024

• University Community Branch Library
• Rancho Peñasquitos Branch Library
• Allied Gardens Branch

Find locations and hours

Myths and Legends Story Concert

April 22, 2024 at 7:00

Old Town Theatre
4040 Twiggs St, San Diego 92110

Hear excerpts from Circe and other myths read by professional actors

^ This is a paid ticketed event.

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NEA Big Read
Read! Imagine! Create! Celebration

April 24, 2024 at 6:30

San Diego Central Library
Neil Morgan Auditorium
330 Park Blvd San Diego 92101

Gather to celebrate the creativity of San Diego County students in a culminating celebration of literary, performance, visual, and media art projects inspired by the novel.

PAST EVENTS

NEA Big Read Launch Event

Kick off the Big Read!

October 17, 2023 at 6:00 pm

San Diego Central Library

Neil Morgan Auditorium

330 Park Blvd San Diego 92101

Hear readings from CIRCE, learn about the various events and programs available, see a comical theatrical performance, and you might receive FREE performance tickets or a FREE copy of the book.