Explore the Secret History of Sleepovers.
Featured on the July 14th, 2023 edition of ARIZONA SPOTLIGHT with host Mark McLemore:
- The history of girl’s slumber parties and sleepovers is surprisingly deep, reflecting different aspects of culture, safety and sisterhood. Mark talks with freelance author and journalist Carlyn Beccia about researching this topic, and how sleepovers have evolved in the 21st century. Beccia's article on The Secret History of Slumber Parties was published by BUST Magazine.
- This Saturday, July 15th marks the return of Pima County Public Library’s MegaMania! celebration It’s a family-friendly convention focused on comic books, animation, cosplay, crafting and gaming of all kinds. Librarians Kendra and Paige join Mark to tell what this youth-driven event has to offer for fans of all ages. It is at the Pima Community College Downtown Campus on Saturday, July 15th from 1 - 5 PM.
- And, preview a new collaboration between Arizona Illustrated on PBS-6 and the University of Arizona Poetry Center. It highlights the work of six Tucson-based poets by adding visual imagery to the written word. The resulting short films will debut at The Loft Cinema Tuesday, July 18th.
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