Margaret Mitchell Exhibition: The Movie
May-August. Library hours.
Exhibit of items owned by Margaret Mitchell relating to the making of “Gone With the Wind,” Margaret’s role in the movie, the premier, receptions, etc., including her typewriter, personal copy of the screenplay and final shooting script, and invitations, programs and photographs from numerous balls, dinner and events surrounding the movie opening.
Central Library, a part of the Atlanta-Fulton Library System
One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta 30303
For information call 404.730.1896
Tis the Season for Art: AAC Exhibition
August 1-September 23. Library hours.
Downtown First Thursday Art Walk Opening Reception, August 4. 6:00-8:00 p.m.
First Thursday Art Walk Reception, September 1. 6:00-8:00 p.m.
A multi-media group art exhibition presented annually by members of the Atlanta Artists Center.
Central Library, a part of the Atlanta-Fulton Library System
One Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta 30303
For information call 404.730.1906
Tools for Successful Self Publishing
Wednesday, August 3. 6:00 p.m.
Presented by Author Lavon Morris Grant.
Southwest Branch, a part of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System
3665 Cascade Rd. SW, Atlanta 30331
For information call 404.699.6363
Martin’s Dream Author Ronald Stimphil
Thursday, August 4. 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Ronald Stimphil, author of Martin’s Dream: Journey Onto the Promised Land will discuss his novel. Adults.
Martin Luther King Jr. Branch, a part of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System
409 John Wesley Dobbs Drive, Atlanta 30312
For information call 404.730.1185
The Black Girl Project Film Screening
Friday, August 5. 7:00 p.m.
In collaboration with Sisters of Today and Tomorrow, the Auburn Avenue Research Library will host a screening and discussion of the documentary The Black Girl Project. The film examines contemporary issues faced by African American young women. This event will include a discussion with filmmaker Aiesha Turman.
Auburn Avenue Research Library, a Special Library of the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System
101 Auburn Avenue, NE, Atlanta 30303-2503
For information call 404.730.4001 x100
Finding Martha’s Place: My Journey Through Sin, Salvation, and Lots of Soul Food by Martha Hawkins Author Discussion and Book Signing
Saturday, August 6. 4:00 p.m.
In collaboration with the Dogwood Library, the Auburn Avenue Research Library will host author Martha Hawkins, who will discuss her book, Finding Martha’s Place: My Journey Through Sin, Salvation, and Lots of Soul Food, which highlights her extraordinary journey from a poor single mother without a high school diploma, to a successful restaurateur, and the owner of Martha’s