Emcee Karen Finneyfrock highlights our Raise the Paddle incentives; writers Jess Walter, Elizabeth George, Claudia Castro Luna, Erica Bauermeister, and many more all share a little about what they love about Hugo House; and auctioneer Fred Northup previews a few items.
Thanks to everyone who helped us kick off the auction last night!
Now, it’s in full swing. We’re aiming to raise $185,000 by 9 pm Saturday. Can you help us get there?
In the age of COVID-19, many in our literary community are enduring a financial crisis at a time when their souls need nourishment more than ever.
One way we’ve found to continue serving our community is to expand our free digital events and classes. If you haven’t yet had a chance, check out some of Hugo House’s special digital offerings—including:
Every Friday at 5 pm, program director Rob Arnold interviews a different author about where they’re finding joy or inspiration while sheltering at home. Tonight, he’ll be speaking to poet francine j. harris, author of the upcoming collection Here is the Sweet Hand and winner of the Lambda Literary Award.
