Carilion Clinic Foundation hosted the local premiere of “The Book Keepers” at Roanoke’s Grandin Theatre on Thursday, March 16.

The award-winning film documents the events following the release of Roanoker Carol Wall’s debut memoir, “Mister Owita’s Guide To Gardening” – about cancer, friendship, and cultivating an open heart. The book was a breakout success, but joy turned to tragedy when the breast cancer she wrote about returned, and she died months after its publication.

The movie follows her husband, Roanoker Dick Wall, who is determined to keep his late wife’s dream alive by becoming her unlikely spokesperson on tour for her critically acclaimed book.

This event featured a special VIP reception, book signing and Q&A with filmmaker Phil Wall and his father, Dick, and turned out more than 200 attendees. Donations and book sales totaled $1,446.

We are so thankful to the Walls for the opportunity to host this event.