EVENTS: NEIL GAIMAN TO SPEAK AT UCSB & HARRY POTTER EXHIBIT

Source: independent

NEIL GAIMAN TO SPEAK AT UCSB

Could Neil Gaiman be the coolest man in literature? His fans seem to agree that he is, though they disagree on the reasons. Is it his unique ability to blend mythology with everyday vulgarity? Is it his association with such high-powered projects as the epic Sandman comic books and films like Matthew Vaughn’s Stardust and Henry Selick’s Coraline? Is it his penchant for intriguing collaborations, as with Terry Pratchett on the book Good Omens? Is it his solo novels, such asAmerican Gods and Anansi Boys? His carefully constructed black wardrobe? His tastefully rumpled demeanor?

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Source: examiner

CALLING ALL MUGGLES: HARRY POTTER EXHIBIT EXTENDED AT MOS BOSTON


Harry Potter: The Exhibition at the Museum of Science, Boston is attracting so many New England-area Muggles that museum officials are extending its run by one week. The Museum of Science says the exhibit, which is open now, was originally set to end its run on February 21. It will now remain open until February 28, 2010.

“To meet demand for tickets during February school vacation weeks in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, the Museum will also offer special extended exhibit hours,” officials said in a statement.

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It would be nice to see Neil Gaiman speak but unfortunately I am on the East Coast.

Are you in the Boston area? Will you be visiting the Harry potter exhibit? If you have or plan to, come back to the forum and tell us about it.