‘Big Daddy’ grew with Reconstruction
The Bequest of Big Daddy by Colorado transplant Jo-Ann Costa is a debut story that features the fictional life of Horatio (Ratio) Janson, a not-too-pleasant, larger-than-life character from the Civil War era of the deep South.
Drawing from stories told by her Alabama relatives, Costa weaves an epic tale of slavery, poverty, fortunes won and lost and the creation of a family dynasty.
Costa opens with 8-year-old Jo-Dee’s...
Arts Briefs for May 17
- Spa Evo to host downtown rooftop party
Spa Evo will host a Spring Salsa Party from 5 to 9 p.m. today on the roof of the Crossroads Building at 1099 Main Ave.
A donation of $5 or more at the door is requested with all proceeds to be donated to the Women’s Resource Center.
Music will be provided by DJ Gerardo X, and Salsera Blanca will offer free salsa lessons at 6 p.m.
For more information, call 259-0226.
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