Just a little update about The Hope Tree Project. (Details en español here.) Student artists are working out their answer to What is a dream you have for yourself or for our community? I got a sneak preview of their milagros thanks to Megan McConnell, art teacher at Meadowbrook High School, who brought a few to share at my book launch party for The Girl Who Could Silence the Wind this past weekend. (Thanks, Megan!)
I’m also happy to announce that the fabulous Latin Ballet of Virginia will be joining us for the launch on April 30 and will perform selections of Verde. This work celebrates nature, hopes and dreams. What could be more perfect? (And check out these costumes!) Let me know if you are interested in an invitation to the opening.
Can you guess what she represents in Nature?
- Latin Ballet of Virginia, scenes from Verde
Where I’ll be next:
March 21, 2012: University of Richmond, Gotwald Science Center, 5:30 pm. Lecture, reception and book signing.
March 23, 2012: The Steward School 11600 Gayton Road, Henrico, VA, 9 am. International Day presentation
March 28 – 30, 2012: National Latino Children’s Literature Conference: University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa. Presentation on YA and community building — The Hope Tree Project!
My daughter would love a free copy, she lives to read books, loves mysery, and imagination in the books
Try Free Book Fridays! They’re giving away a free copy this week!
http://teens.freebookfriday.com/2012/03/girl-who-could-silence-wind-by-meg.html