‘Number the Stars’ celebrates 25th anniversary

Sci-fi author Lois Lowry comes to Symphony Space on Oct. 19.

The esteemed author of “The Giver” and “Number the Stars,” is taking part in the Thalia Kids’ Book Club at Symphony Space to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Newbery Medal-winning “Number the Stars.”

Along with other authors, Lowry will appear with special guests Sean Astin (“The Goonies,” “The Lord of the Rings”) and his wife, Christine Astin, to join together for a reading and conversation of the winning book.

The Astins are currently adapting “Number the Stars” to the big screen. Sean Astin will read an excerpt from “Number the Stars” to be followed by an audience question and answer conversation and book signing, for ages 9 and up.

Celebrate Thalia Kids’ Book Club on Oct. 19. Tickets are $15.

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