by Jeanne Gehret
by Jeanne Gehret
This is a special edition of Roots & Branches to celebrate Susan B. Anthony’s birthday with some special events. You’ll receive your regular monthly newsletter on the first Friday in March, as well. Be sure to click on the links to see the pictures and the article.
This past week marked a significant moment in my author journey as I gave my debut performance in character as Annie Osborn Anthony in Adams, MA. Titled “Keynote & Kin,” my presentation offered a fresh perspective on Susan B. Anthony by exploring her family ties and placing her in the context of her parents, siblings, and the entire Anthony clan. By showcasing family trees, I highlighted the remarkable influences and contributions of the famous Anthony reformers.
Read about the sisters who voted with Susan here.
Here are some pictures of the event, including my beloved tech guy in the red shirt.
A memorable evening with Anthony descendants
The experience was made even more special with a delightful dinner prior to the presentation, attended by Anthony descendants. The whole event concluded on a sweet note with a celebratory birthday cake.
Media coverage and new performance in Pittsford, NY
As if that exciting debut wasn’t enough, this week I was also quoted in an article for New England Public Media, which added to the thrill of the moment.
To top it all off, I launched another performance titled “The Resilience of Annie Osborn Anthony” in Pittsford, NY. This presentation focused on Annie’s marriage to Susan’s brother, D.R. Anthony. Given the close relationships among Annie, D.R., and Susan, I wove in numerous references to Susan, providing some intriguing teasers for the rest of my trilogy.
An exhilarating creative journey ahead
This whirlwind of activities has been an exhilarating blend of creativity and enjoyment. As I eagerly await feedback from my editor on Book Two of the trilogy, I’m enjoying memories of this week’s many joyful moments.
P.S. Yes, I did get my hair up into a Gibson girl pompadour!
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