LISTEN: Natalie Beck and Julia Livingston preview the NEA Big Read Macon County film screening of “A Lesson Before Dying”
Elena Martinez
Elena Martinez
Reporter · Decatur, IL
Elena holds a Bachelor's in Arts Administration from Columbia College Chicago and has spent the last 4 years covering the vibrant arts scene in Central Illinois. She believes in the power of storytelling through the arts and frequently writes about local artists and cultural events.
More from Elena →Reporter · Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 3:09 PM · 1 min read
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!