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Mask of the Red Death Masquerade Ball

 

Join us for a masquerade ball inspired by Poe’s story “Masque of the Red Death.” The evening’s festivities will include music, literary and theatrical performances (of Poe’s “The Black Cat,” “The Masque of the Red Death” and more), food and drink, film screenings and a culminating event at midnight. Masks required (available at the door or come to our mask-making workshop on Sat., Oct. 24), costumes optional. Other entertainments include a costume contest, a Poe look-a-like contest, palm readings and tarot card readings (separate fee). Those who survive until the unveiling at midnight will receive a “parting gift.” For tickets call (585) 473-2590, x107.

Entertainment:

“The Black Cat” for three voices
F’loom performs original vocal works inspired by Edgar Allan Poe: www.floom.com/
Masque of the Red Death performed by members of the Rochester Children’s Theater
Eastman School of Music Trio performs musical pieces inspired by the work of Edgar Allan Poe
Marc the Zani does magic
Juggling
Souvenir Photos by Doreen Granville

Vendors (additional fees apply)

Palm reading and tarot card reading with Mohan
Henna with Henna Rising : http://www.hennarising.com>

Friday Oct. 30.
8:00-Midnight
at the Memorial Art Gallery
500 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607

Buy Tickets Online to be added to our guest list or call 585-473-2590 x 107

$12 W&B member/$15 general public
$10 with student ID

 

Wine donated by Century.

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Beyond Reading: Film

Monday, February 6, 7 p.m.
Free and open to the public

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“How Do I Love Thee?” Romantic Love Poems Through the Ages

Tuesday, February 7, 7 p.m.
Free and open to the public. Put a little love in your hearts.

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Afternoon Tea

Wed., Feb. 8, 4:30 - 6 p.m.
Free and open to the public

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The Bertrand Russell Society

Hosted by Phil Ebersol
Thurs., Feb 9, 7 p.m.
Free to W&B members, $3 general public

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Book Kick-off: Angels Flying Backwards, by Iris Miller

Thursday, Feb. 9, 7 p.m.
$3 members and students with ID/ $4 general public

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Valentine’s Day card-making workshop for families.

Saturday February 11, 10 a.m. - noon

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Genesee Reading Series

Hosted by Wanda Schubmehl
Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m
$3 W&B members / $6 general public.

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