John Fante's Centennial April 8, 2009

JOHN FANTE TURNS 100 on April 8, and we're celebrating the centennial of our favorite downtown writer with two very special free events. On Tuesday, April 7 at 7pm, Zocolo at the Hammer Museum presents a panel discussion moderated by the NEA's Director of Literature David Kipen. The panel will include our own Richard Schave, biographer Stephen Cooper, KCRW's Frances Anderton and John and Joyce Fante's children Jim and Vickie. Tickets are free but reservations required, so get yours at the link below. Also on April 8 (his actual birthday) we'll be gathering at 8pm to raise a glass at the King Eddy Saloon at 5th & Los Angeles Streets in downtown's old Skid Row.

Official Website: http://www.esotouric.com/fante