On the road: Visit St. Francisville for a literature symposium

The Gathering of Writers and Readers kicks off Saturday in St. Francisville. The all-day symposium for bookworms will include appearances from critically acclaimed authors Wiley Cash, Anne Butler, Rheta Grimsley Johnson and Julie Kane. Ernest Gaines will serve as the guest of honor. The symposium features food, panel discussions, an art exhibit, book signings and a book sale. The festivities begin at 8:30 a.m. at the Hemingbough Plantation. For more information, click here.