Posted by Zora! Staff on January 2, 2013
Complete ZORA! Festival 2013 Schedule – January 26 – February 3
“Zora’s Eatonville — Culture as Conservator of the Community’s Heritage.”
24th Annual Zora Neale Hurston Festival of the Arts and Humanities
Schedule
Please note: For certain programs, admission is charged.
“Heritage Days” Programming (HDP): Focus: Exploring the Roots of the Historic Eatonville Community”
Day 1 – Saturday, January 25
5:00 – 7:30PM
Stories of Eatonville Families: A Conversation among Generations (HDP)
Robert Hungerford Preparatory High School Campus Cafeteria
100 East Kennedy Boulevard, Eatonville
Free & open to the public, click here for more information
Day 3 – Monday, January 28
2:00 – 8:00PM
Eatonville Welcomes Our Russian Guests (HDP)
2:00 – 5:00PM, “Zora’s Place & Other sites of historic and literary interest
6:00 – 8:00PM, Dinner at the Eatonville Town Hall
This program is a private function, click here for more information
Day 5 – Wednesday, January 30
10:00AM – 2:00PM
Eatonville Roots: A ‘Soil Bank’ with 300+ years of Deposits”
Tour/Workshop/Demonstrations
Materials plus Lunch, $25.00. Limited seating.
Pre-registration required no later than January 23.
Session convenes at St. Lawrence African Methodist Episcopal Church
549 East Kennedy Boulevard, Eatonville
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7:00 – 9:00PM
An International Perspective on “Zora’s Eatonville
What Captivates Our Interests,” Anton Panov and Anna Smirnova
Students at Russian State University for Humanities, Moscow
Irina Morozova, Ph.D., Russian State University for Humanities, Moscow
Moderator: Ben Brotemarkle, Ph.D., Executive Director, Florida Historical Society
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Day 6 – Thursday – January 31, 6:00 – 8:00PM
City of Orlando, Onyx Magazine and ZORA! Festival 2013 present
The Inaugural Black History Kick-Off Salute
Honoring the Original Florida Highwaymen
Rotunda, Orlando City Hall
400 South Orange Avenue
Free & open to the public. Limited seating; but RSVP required – (407) 647-3307)
Day 7 – Friday, February 1
9:00AM – 4:30PM
“Education Day” Programming (appropriate for high school students and beyond)
*10:00AM – 12:00 Noon
*International Students’ Forum on “Zora’s Eatonville” – Students from several foreign countries discuss Eatonville as a “literary destination”
Moderator: Irina Morozova, Ph.D., Russian State University for the Humanities, Moscow
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*1:00 – 2:30PM
Project Row Houses: Artists Activists as Agents of Community Preservation
Rick Lowe, Independent Artist, Houston
*All sessions will take place at the St. Lawrence A.M.E. Church
549 East Kennedy Boulevard, Eatonville
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*3:00 – 4:30PM
Open Forum: A Conversation about Community:
Traditions, Opportunities & Challenges
*All sessions will take place at the St. Lawrence A.M.E. Church
549 East Kennedy Boulevard, Eatonville
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Friday Evening – 6:00 – 9:00PM
Question Bridge: Black Males
Opening Reception and Gallery Talk
Zora Neale Hurston National Museum of Fine Arts (The Hurston)
227 East Kennedy Boulevard, Eatonville
Question Bridge: Black Males was created by Chris Johnson and Hank Willis Thomas in collaboration with Bayette Ross Smith and Kamal Sinclair.
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ZORA! Festival – Outdoor Festival of the Arts
Special Admission Information
Friday, February 1, “Education Day,” 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Admission to the Outdoor Festival: Students 17 and under Free
Adults – “$2.00 minimum”
Day 8 – Saturday, February 2
10:00AM – 1:00PM
“We Still Live Here: As Nutayunean”(Film)
The screening of an independent film, written and produced by Native American,
Anne Makepeace, is another example of recognizing a unique “community” in a unique
Setting. “WE STILL LIVE HERE” As Nutayunean,” winner of the 2011 Full Frame Inspiration Award, is a moving documentary about one woman’s efforts to bring back her people’s Wampanoag language, which had not been spoken for over a century. Following the screening, its critically-acclaimed writer, producer and director,
Anne Makepeace, will lead a lively discussion about the significant role language plays in efforts to hold onto a community’s identity.
Admission: $7.00
Enzian Theater, 1300 South Orlando Avenue, Maitland
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Day 8 – Saturday, February 2
10:00AM – 1:00PM
HATitude – This “Festival Favorite” celebrates Zora’s love of hats and is Highlighted by extensive and exciting audience participation.
Admission: Prices vary according to age and advance or at-the-door tickets.
Crowne Plaza Orlando Downtown, 304 West Colonial Drive, Orlando
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Day 8 – Saturday, February 2, “Family Day”
9:00AM – 5:00PM
Outdoor Festival of the Arts continues
Special Admission Information
Friday, February 1, “Education Day,” 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Admission to the Outdoor Festival: Students 17 and under Free
Adults – “$2.00 minimum”
Admission to the Heather Henson’s Ibex Puppetry Performances:
Students 17 and under – $3.00
Adults – $5.00
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Day 9 – Sunday, February 3
8:00-9:30AM
Ecumenical Worship Service
St. Lawrence African Methodist Episcopal Church
549 East Kennedy Boulevard, Eatonville
Free and open to the public
Day 9 – Sunday, February 3, “Inspiration Day”\
Conclusion of Outdoor Festival of the Arts
Special Admission Information
Friday, February 1, “Education Day,” 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Admission to the Outdoor Festival: Students 17 and under Free
Adults – “$2.00 minimum”
Admission to the Heather Henson’s Ibex Puppetry Performances:
Students 17 and under – $3.00
Adults – $5.00
24th Annual Zora Neale Hurston Festival of the Arts and Humanities (ZORA! Festival 2013)
Special Features
Africa Diaspora Pavilions – Visitors have the opportunity to observe and to interact with persons who are “tradition-bearers,” those who are preserving their community’s heritage.
On a continuous basis, master crafters from Historic Eatonville, from around the State of Florida, and The Bahamas will demonstrate their skills as quilters, woodcarvers, musicians and
tellers of tales.
ZORA! Literacy Initiative – While supplies last, Festival distributes free, age-appropriate books for toddlers – grade 12.
ZORA! Trucks Stop – This “latest craze” will expand Festival’s culinary offerings.
Fine Art Lane – A favorite of the art crowd, Charles Bibbs will be guest artist for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Marvin Woods, popular celebrity chef, TV host, and author will present “Fabulous Foods Demonstrations” showcasing healthy delicious and affordable fare (2) sessions each on Friday and Saturday, and one session on Sunday. 100-person capacity each session. Funding provided by the Winter Park Health Foundation.
Creative Writing Workshop for High School Students (2 sessions on Friday only. 50-person capacity each session).
Discovery Health – Investigating the Cardiovascular System (Middle school, 2 sessions on Friday only. 30-person capacity each session) – A 60-minute session introduces physiology and body systems, while integrating health science curricula and health care pathways. Observe the dissection of a chicken heart. On Saturday and Sunday, hands-on activities and health science demonstrations presented by Orlando Science Center and made possible from the support of Walmart Foundation.
“Body-wise.” (Middle school, 2 sessions on Friday, only. 30-person capacity each session). This 60-minute session is designed to be a companion to the Orlando Science Center workshop and will learn about and practice physical exam techniques. “Body-wise” is presented by the UCF College of Medicine. On Saturday and Sunday, the UCF College of Medicine will offer other special, scheduled sessions such as “Ask the Doctor.” Also from UCF College of Health and Public Affairs will offer audiological screenings on “Education Day,” 9:00AM – 2:00PM
Also, especially for Friday, “Education Day,” the Florida Historical Society (FHS) will provide students with a scavenger hung map of historic Eatonville, with an accompanying timeline. In keeping with Florida’s new education standards, which emphasize familiarization and use of primary sources, the FHS will produce a letter from Zora Neale Hurston and have students answer questions about the letter’s content.
