[Yale-readings] 10-14: Poet Robert Viscusi at New Haven Library Oct. 14

[Kuhl, Nancy]

Poet Robert Viscusi at New Haven Library Oct. 14

The public is invited to celebrate the immigrant experience, especially that of Italian Americans, in a special program at the New Haven Public Library on Tuesday, Oct. 14.  At 6pm, celebrated Italian American poet Robert Viscusi will read from his epic poem, "Ellis Island, A Book of Changes."  Viscusi has published several volumes of poetry, fiction, and criticism, and is a Fellow of the National Endowment for the Humanities and of the John D. Calandra Italian American Institute. He is a Professor of English at Brooklyn College and president of the Italian American Writers Association.  His appearance in New Haven is made possible through Yale's American Studies Program. The Sons of Italy New Haven Lodge 37 are providing refreshments.

There is no charge for this program, and free parking is available.  Please call 946-7431 for details.

contact:
Carol Brown
Adult Programming
New Haven Free Public Library
133 Elm St., New Haven CT 06510
(203) 946-8835



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