Cleveland Connection
Sunday, March 11, 2007

“Their Eyes Were Watching God” is the title of the book for this year’s Big Read, sponsored by the Cuyahoga County Public Library. Stephanie Siegel previews the many programs associated with the book and the film it inspired.
http://www.cuyahogalibrary.org/

Christine Conrad’s first novel is a charming story about a May-September relationship. The younger partner is the man in this case. The book is set in rural France, and is a travelogue as well as a love story.
http://www.mademoisellebenoir.com/

The Learning Disabilities Association of Cuyahoga County aids scores of people with education problems. Executive Director Ellen Fishman and Event Chair Debbie Marsh discuss their work.
http://www.ldacc.org/


The Cleveland International Film Festival kicks off this week, with more than 125 movies slated. Artistic Director Bill Guentzler screened every movie (and more) in advance, and gives us his picks for this year’s CIFF.
http://www.clevelandfilm.org/