In her new book, “Paper Girl: A Memoir of Home and Family in a Fractured America,” Roanoke’s Beth Macy takes on an assignment she never imagined – documenting what happened to her Ohio hometown in the 40 years since she left. Raised in poverty but her education fueled by a Pell grant, Macy went on to a successful career as award-winning Roanoke Times journalist, Virginia Western Community College instructor and best-selling author (Hulu’s “Dopesick,” “Factory Man” and “Truevine”).
You’re invited to “An Evening with Beth Macy,” in support of the Great Expectations program serving former foster care youth attending Virginia Western Community College.
WHEN: Thursday, October 16
WHERE: Charter Hall at the City Market Building, 32 Market Square SE, Roanoke, VA 24011
SCHEDULE:
6 to 7 p.m.: Reception
7 to 7:30 p.m.: “Roanoke’s Foster Care Crisis” panel, hosted by Jenna Zibton of WSLS 10 News and Great Expectations Success Coach JW Taylor
7:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Author presentation and Q&A
Tickets are $40 per person and include a copy of the newly released “Paper Girl” signed by the author. Prosecco bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served up by Chef John Schopp’s Center Stage Catering.
Email events@virginiawestern.edu for more information.