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SUMMARY:O Brother\, Where Art Thou?
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us in the Matthews theater on Saturday\, February 4 from 2-4 pm for a free screening of the Coen Brothers film O Brother\, Where Art Thou? \nIn this quirky reimagining of Homer’s Odyssey\, three Depression-era convicts escape a Mississippi chain gang and embark on an odyssey to find a hidden treasure. Ulysses Everett McGill and his companions\, Delmar and Pete\, are determined to reach Everett’s home to recover loot from a bank heist. In the course of their adventure\, they’ll encounter a series of strange characters including a cyclops\, a trio of sirens\, and a blind prophet who warns that “the treasure you seek shall not be the treasure you find.” \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eW9Xo2HtlJI” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \n  \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:Drawing with Dionysus
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Matthews Theater on Saturday\, February 4 from 5-8 pm for a free\, 18+\, figure drawing workshop. \nThis fun workshop for adults will feature drawing from live\, costumed models in a historic theater atmosphere! The theme of the evening will be fantasy and mythos\, as inspired by the Big Read novel\, Circe. \nBHSU Art Professor Desy Schoenewies will provide drawing demos and give away prizes at the end of the evening. Limited drawing materials will be available for use-participants are encouraged to bring their own art supplies. No experience is necessary to participate in this event. Artists of all abilities–from curious beginners to students and professionals–are encouraged to participate. \nThis 18+ event will feature music and adult beverages for sale. Costumes are optional but encouraged for all participants. At the end of the evening\, we’ll have a costume contest! \nThis event is free. A free-will donation is suggested but not required. All donations received help to support free programming at the Matthews\, which includes this and other artist workshops. \nAbout the NEA Big Read\n\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest \n\n\n 
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SUMMARY:Dreamcatchers
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, February 7 from 10 am-noon in the Matthews Art Gallery to create your own dreamcatcher with iconic hoop-and-web design. \nThe dream catcher is one of the most enduring and widespread symbols associated with Native American culture. It’s commonly believed that the iconic hoop-and-web form is meant to protect sleepers from bad dreams by “catching” them\, while letting good dreams pass through\, hence the name. \nThis is event is free to attend however space is limited to 10 participants. Registration is required.\nTo save your space\, please call (605)717-6967 or email engage@matthewsopera.com. \n  \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:Helios & Chronos
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Matthews on Thursday\, February 9 from 5-8 pm in the Matthews Art Gallery for a cyanotype printing project. \nCome join us as we take a step back into history and explore one of the first printing-out processes created. In this workshop\, we will explore chemistry mixing\, coating techniques\, and printing tips for making cyanotype and solar fast prints. Cyanotypes are one of the oldest photographic printing processes. The distinctive feature of the print is its shade of cyan blue\, which results from its exposure to ultraviolet light. Alternative solar fast chemistry creates a variety of color options as well. Participants will use a variety of objects from nature and acetate film paper to create their own unique prints. \nThis event is free to attend\, however\, space is limited to 8 participants. Registration required.\nTo hold your space\, call (605)717-6967 or email engage@matthewsopera.com. \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:An Iliad
DESCRIPTION:Community theatre is at it again at the Matthews! Join us for An Iliad by Lisa Peterson and Denis O’Hare. This captivating drama\, based on Homer’s epic and translated by Robert Fagles\, An Iliad stars a single actor who evokes a whole host of characters as he tells a timeless story of adventure\, war\, and heartbreak.  \nThe production opens on Friday\, February 10 at 7 pm. Additional performances are scheduled for February 11\, 17 & 18 at 7 pm with matinee performances at 2 pm on February 12 & 19. \nA cash bar serving wine\, cold beer\, and soda will be available. Popcorn is available by donation. \nPlot\nIt’s a story you only think you know. In this thrilling rendition of Homer’s epic poem\, a war-weary poet is doomed to tell a tale of blood\, bravery and battle. He is fated to tell this story throughout history\, perhaps to make us understand\, perhaps to make us stop. With poetry\, humor\, and heartache the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide in this captivating theatrical experience. \nPerformance Dates:\nFebruary 10\, 11\, 17\, & 18 at 7 pm. | February 12\, & 19 at 2 pm \n  \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:An Iliad
DESCRIPTION:Community theatre is at it again at the Matthews! Join us for An Iliad by Lisa Peterson and Denis O’Hare. This captivating drama\, based on Homer’s epic and translated by Robert Fagles\, An Iliad stars a single actor who evokes a whole host of characters as he tells a timeless story of adventure\, war\, and heartbreak.  \nThe production opens on Friday\, February 10 at 7 pm. Additional performances are scheduled for February 11\, 17 & 18 at 7 pm with matinee performances at 2 pm on February 12 & 19. \nA cash bar serving wine\, cold beer\, and soda will be available. Popcorn is available by donation. \nPlot\nIt’s a story you only think you know. In this thrilling rendition of Homer’s epic poem\, a war-weary poet is doomed to tell a tale of blood\, bravery and battle. He is fated to tell this story throughout history\, perhaps to make us understand\, perhaps to make us stop. With poetry\, humor\, and heartache the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide in this captivating theatrical experience. \nPerformance Dates:\nFebruary 10\, 11\, 17\, & 18 at 7 pm. | February 12\, & 19 at 2 pm \n  \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:An Iliad
DESCRIPTION:Community theatre is at it again at the Matthews! Join us for An Iliad by Lisa Peterson and Denis O’Hare. This captivating drama\, based on Homer’s epic and translated by Robert Fagles\, An Iliad stars a single actor who evokes a whole host of characters as he tells a timeless story of adventure\, war\, and heartbreak.  \nThe production opens on Friday\, February 10 at 7 pm. Additional performances are scheduled for February 11\, 17 & 18 at 7 pm with matinee performances at 2 pm on February 12 & 19. \nA cash bar serving wine\, cold beer\, and soda will be available. Popcorn is available by donation. \nPlot\nIt’s a story you only think you know. In this thrilling rendition of Homer’s epic poem\, a war-weary poet is doomed to tell a tale of blood\, bravery and battle. He is fated to tell this story throughout history\, perhaps to make us understand\, perhaps to make us stop. With poetry\, humor\, and heartache the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide in this captivating theatrical experience. \nPerformance Dates:\nFebruary 10\, 11\, 17\, & 18 at 7 pm. | February 12\, & 19 at 2 pm \n  \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:An Iliad
DESCRIPTION:Community theatre is at it again at the Matthews! Join us for An Iliad by Lisa Peterson and Denis O’Hare. This captivating drama\, based on Homer’s epic and translated by Robert Fagles\, An Iliad stars a single actor who evokes a whole host of characters as he tells a timeless story of adventure\, war\, and heartbreak.  \nThe production opens on Friday\, February 10 at 7 pm. Additional performances are scheduled for February 11\, 17 & 18 at 7 pm with matinee performances at 2 pm on February 12 & 19. \nA cash bar serving wine\, cold beer\, and soda will be available. Popcorn is available by donation. \nPlot\nIt’s a story you only think you know. In this thrilling rendition of Homer’s epic poem\, a war-weary poet is doomed to tell a tale of blood\, bravery and battle. He is fated to tell this story throughout history\, perhaps to make us understand\, perhaps to make us stop. With poetry\, humor\, and heartache the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide in this captivating theatrical experience. \nPerformance Dates:\nFebruary 10\, 11\, 17\, & 18 at 7 pm. | February 12\, & 19 at 2 pm \n  \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:Time Machine
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, February 18 at noon in the Matthews Art Gallery for a painting project for young artists\, Time Machine. \nAfter students understand the styles of ancient Greek art\, they will create a portrait of themselves following the styles. This includes feline heads\, togas\, and leaf headbands. \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:An Iliad
DESCRIPTION:Community theatre is at it again at the Matthews! Join us for An Iliad by Lisa Peterson and Denis O’Hare. This captivating drama\, based on Homer’s epic and translated by Robert Fagles\, An Iliad stars a single actor who evokes a whole host of characters as he tells a timeless story of adventure\, war\, and heartbreak.  \nThe production opens on Friday\, February 10 at 7 pm. Additional performances are scheduled for February 11\, 17 & 18 at 7 pm with matinee performances at 2 pm on February 12 & 19. \nA cash bar serving wine\, cold beer\, and soda will be available. Popcorn is available by donation. \nPlot\nIt’s a story you only think you know. In this thrilling rendition of Homer’s epic poem\, a war-weary poet is doomed to tell a tale of blood\, bravery and battle. He is fated to tell this story throughout history\, perhaps to make us understand\, perhaps to make us stop. With poetry\, humor\, and heartache the ancient tale of the Trojan War and the modern world collide in this captivating theatrical experience. \nPerformance Dates:\nFebruary 10\, 11\, 17\, & 18 at 7 pm. | February 12\, & 19 at 2 pm \n  \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Relief: Registration Full
DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us from 5-8 pm on Friday\, February 24 in the Matthews Art Gallery for a linocut printing project\, Introduction to Relief\, with BHSU art instructor Michael Baum. \nDuring this introductory workshop participants will become acquainted with the relief printmaking process through making a linocut. Artists will create a design\, transfer the design to a piece of linoleum\, carve\, and print a small edition of linocuts. This workshop will focus on proper tool usage and maintenance\, inking strategies\, and at home printing tips. By the end of this workshop\, all participants will have a basic understanding of linocut and how to print in a professional print shop and at home. Supplies will be provided. \nThis workshop is free to attend\, however\, space is limited to 10 participants. Registration is required.\nContact the Matthews Community Engagement Manger at (605) 717-6967 or email engage@matthewsopera.com to reserve your spot. \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Clash of the Titans
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, February 25 from 2-4 pm in the Matthews Theater for a screening of the classic fantasy film\, Clash of the Titans. \nClash of the Titans is the final film to showcase the mind-blowing stop-motion scenes of film artist\, Ray Harryhausen. With powerfully crafted scenes such as the attack of the Kraken or Perseus’s encounter with Medusa\, Harryhausen’s scenes were\, indeed\, a frame-by-frame labor of love. \n[arve url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojw1sau98Jg” loop=”no” muted=”no” /] \nWhen the Greek gods grow angry with the mortals for their lack of acknowledgment to the gods\, Zeus punishes them\, which in turn kills a family of fishermen leaving only their son\, Perseus\, alive. \nWhen the queen declares that her daughter\, Andromeda\, is more beautiful than Aphrodite\, Hades is given permission to punish the mortals. Hades punishment: Andromeda must be sacrificed to Zeus or Hades will release the Kraken. \nWhen Perseus comes to the realization that he is the half-son of Zeus\, he gets together a band of men to defeat the Kraken. However\, once Hades learns of this plan he sends Calibos after the men. Through the journey\, Perseus learns that the only way to defeat the Kraken is with the head of Medusa. \nPerseus and his men travel to the underworld in search of Medusa\, where all but Persus is killed. He defeats Medusa and in turn defeats Calibos. Perseus is urged by his dying guardian to hurry as the Kraken will be released shortly\, however\, he is too late. His new battle is to save Andromeda from her fate. \n  \nAbout the NEA Big Read\nThe National Endowment for the Arts Big Read\, a partnership with Arts Midwest\, broadens our understanding of our world\, our communities\, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. Since 2006\, the National Endowment for the Arts has funded more than 1\,700 NEA Big Read programs\, providing more than $24 million to organizations nationwide. In addition\, NEA Big Read activities have reached every Congressional district in the country. Over the past 16 years\, grantees have leveraged more than $56 million in local funding to support their NEA Big Read programs. More than 5.9 million Americans have attended an NEA Big Read event\, over 97\,000 volunteers have participated at the local level\, and over 40\,000 community organizations have partnered to make NEA Big Read activities possible. \nVisit arts.gov/neabigread for more information about the NEA Big Read. Organizations interested in applying for an NEA Big Read grant in the future should visit Arts Midwest’s website for more information. \n\n\n\nNEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.\nEl proyecto NEA Big Read es una iniciativa del National Endowment for the Arts (el Fondo Nacional para las Artes de Estados Unidos) en cooperación con Arts Midwest
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