November 3, 2026 - Natalie Beck of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation and Julia Livingston joined Byers & Co to talk about upcoming events for the NEA Big Read Macon County event centered on "A Lesson Before Dying", including book clubs, a bookmark design contest, and a screening of the film at the Lincoln Square Theater. Listen to the podcast now!

<p>November 3, 2026 - Natalie Beck of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation and Julia Livingston joined Byers &amp; Co to talk about upcoming events for the NEA Big Read Macon County event centered on "A Lesson Before Dying", including book clubs, a bookmark design contest, and a screening of the film at the Lincoln Square Theater. Listen to the podcast now!</p>

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