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"Of Mice and Men" Panel and Screening

A Young Writers Program Fundraiser

Santa Cruz, CA, Thursday February 11, 2016 – The Young Writers Program will host a fundraising screening of the classic novel turned film, “Of Mice and Men,” at the Museum of Art and History, 705 Front Street, Santa Cruz.

Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. Event ends at 9:00 p.m.

Tickets:

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Students with valid ID (and/or 18 and under): $15 in advance, $20 at door

Adults: $25 in advance, $30 at door

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A panel discussion will precede the screening. Panelists include Susan Shillinglaw, interim director of the National Steinbeck Center in Salinas, and Daisy Martin, Director of History/Social Studies Performance Assessment at Stanford University. Wine will be available for purchase at the event. Appetizers will be provided.

About Young Writers Program: The Young Writers Program (YWP) is a non-profit co-sponsored by Santa Cruz County Office of Education and Santa Cruz Writes working to bring the love of writing into the classrooms of Santa Cruz County. YWP Volunteers work with 4th through 12th grade public school students on teacher-initiated writing projects throughout the school year. Projects culminate in the publication of a book and/or presentation of written material. Through one-on-one mentoring and a focus on highlighting great work the Young Writers Program provides students with invaluable support and personalized attention as they develop as young writers.

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