Poe Revisited - New Examinations of Poe's Prose and Poetry
2025-11-19 09:15 - 10:15 (America/New_York) | The Learning Center of Senior Citizens, Inc., 3025 Bull Street, Savannah, GA, 31405, United States
Join poet Laura Davenport and The Learning Center’s founding director Roger Smith for five guided reading sessions that delve into the life and works of Edgar Allan Poe—magazine editor and critic, accomplished poet and storyteller, trailblazer in science fiction, and the inventor of detective fiction. Though his life was brief, Poe’s influence on American literature has endured for generations. These sessions will bring new life to his prose and poetry, offering participants fresh insights into the mind of a literary genius.
This program is supported by a grant from Georgia Humanities.

Revival: Lost Southern Voices - Keynote
2026-03-19 19:00 | Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore Street, Decatur, GA, 30030
Revival: Lost Southern Voices, a festival for readers, celebrates historically excluded, erased, or marginalized Southern voices. During this annual conference, invited presenters discuss Southern authors or artists whose works are out-of-print or otherwise do not receive the attention they deserve. We invite the public, scholars, students, writers, and inquisitive readers to join the conversation as we continue to discover and revive these Lost Southern Voices.
Keynote Event: Shining a Light in the Dungeon: Honoring Unappreciated Voices in the Hip Hop South
Regina Bradley in conversation with Monica Weatherly
Followed by a light reception
Register for the Keynote here.

Revival: Lost Southern Voices - Panels
2026-03-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore Street, Decatur, GA, 30030
Revival: Lost Southern Voices, a festival for readers, celebrates historically excluded, erased, or marginalized Southern voices. During this annual conference, invited presenters discuss Southern authors or artists whose works are out-of-print or otherwise do not receive the attention they deserve. We invite the public, scholars, students, writers, and inquisitive readers to join the conversation as we continue to discover and revive these Lost Southern Voices.
Panel 1: 1:00 p.m. ET
A Revival in Stories: The Craft of Southern Historical Fiction
Carolyn Curry
Tony Grooms
Moderated by Jessica Handler
Register for Panel 1 here.
Panel 2: 3:00 p.m. ET
Lost Cherokee Voices
Vivian Mary Carroll
Donna Coffey Little
Moderated by Jeff Bishop
Register for Panel 2 here.

Revival: Lost Southern Voices - Panels Day 2
2026-03-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore Street, Decatur, GA, 30030
Revival: Lost Southern Voices, a festival for readers, celebrates historically excluded, erased, or marginalized Southern voices. During this annual conference, invited presenters discuss Southern authors or artists whose works are out-of-print or otherwise do not receive the attention they deserve. We invite the public, scholars, students, writers, and inquisitive readers to join the conversation as we continue to discover and revive these Lost Southern Voices.
Panel 3: 1:00 p.m. ET
Historical Recipes: Preserving Georgia’s Foodways and Stories
Valerie Frey in conversation with Gina Flowers
Register for Panel 3 here.
Panel 4: 3:00 p.m. ET
Beyond Bars: Celebrating Incarcerated Voices through Creative Writing Courses
Nellie Cox
Cameron Ervin
Beth Gylys
Katherine Perry
Moderated by: Andy Rogers
Register for Panel 4 here.

Voices and Votes Exhibit Opening: Eatonton
2026-04-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Putnam County Annex Building – County Commission Room, 117 Putnam Dr. (main entrance facing HWY 441), Eatonton, 31024, United States
Voices and Votes opens in Eatonton for America250—explore U.S. democracy’s past, present, and future at this Smithsonian exhibition.

Step into the story of American democracy at Voices and Votes: Democracy in America, a Smithsonian traveling exhibition opening in Eatonton for America250. Explore how citizens have shaped the nation—from the Revolution and suffrage to civil rights and today’s civic life—through engaging displays and local perspectives.
Join us for the opening evening featuring a special conversation with Governor Nathan Deal and Representative Calvin Smyre, moderated by Dr. Cathy Cox.
Throughout the exhibition’s six-week run, enjoy a full lineup of community events including panel discussions, readings, art exhibits, and more. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, educator, or curious community member, this experience invites you to reflect on what democracy means today and how you can take part.
The event is free, but space is limited. Reserve your tickets here

This program is part of Voices & Votes: Democracy in America, presented by Georgia Humanities through the Museum on Main Street program, a partnership with the Smithsonian Institution.

Nationalism and Democracy: Then-Vs-Now
2026-10-29 17:30 - 18:30 | Clayton County Library Headquarters, 865 Battle Creek Road, Jonesboro, GA, 30236, United States
Join us for a powerful and thought-provoking conversation as we welcome Dr. Kenja McCray, author of Essential Soldiers: Women Activists and Black Power Leadership, as part of our Unseen Revolution series, aligned with the America250 and Georgia250 initiatives.
This engaging program will explore the evolving impact of nationalism and democracy from the Revolutionary era to
present day. Through the lens of Black women’s activism and leadership, Dr. McCray will examine how the promises of
democracy have been challenged, expanded, and redefined over time and where gaps still remain. Together, we will reflect on the question: Has democracy evolved to include all voices, or are we still striving toward that ideal? Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue that uncovers overlooked histories and connects past struggles to present-day conversations about identity, power, and belonging.
Free and open to the public. All are welcome
This program is funded by an America250 grant from Georgia Humanities.
