Hopkinsville and Christian County will celebrate the life and legacy of Gloria Jean Watkins, whose pen name was bell hooks, Saturday at the Alhambra Theater.
Hopkinsville Mayor Wendell Lynch says much of March, which is Women’s History Month, has focused on bell hook’s life and accomplishments.
click to download audioMayor Lynch said he knew Gloria Jean Watkins well and admired her character.
click to download audioHe adds the community will host a fitting celebration Saturday.
click to download audioThe celebration will take place at noon and is free to attend. Kentucky’s current Poet Laureatte Crystal Wilkinson, and Kentucky writers Silas House and Wendell Berry have been invited to speak.
