On Thursday evening, September 14th, Mayflower resident, Sandy Moffett, offered readings to a resident audience, sprinkled with some employees. Professor Emeritus in Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies at Grinnell College, Sandy joined the faculty in 1971 and still teaches and directs when called upon. In addition, he writes songs and short stories.
His Thursday evening readings were from the pre-publicaton edition of his new novel, Emmi. The selected pieces tied in his love and knowledge of nature to the unfolding characters and developing relationships.
After about 45 minutes of reading, Sandy entertained questions. He anticipates the published book will be available soon. This was a very interesting time together.
Sandy is also devoted to conservation and prairie restoration and has been responsible for the restoration and preservation of nearly 900 acres of native grassland and woodland in Poweshiek and Mahaska Counties. You likely know his name as a member of the local icon, Too Many String Band.
— Leslie Jaworski, Community Life Director