Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
An Evening with Best-Selling Author and DVC Alumnus Daniel James Brown
Pleasant Hill
Friday, October 25, 2024
1900
- 2000
20.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
In celebration of Diablo Valley College's (DVC) 75th anniversary, the DVC Foundation and the DVC Alumni Association are thrilled to announce a special event, "Resilience and Triumph: An Evening with Best-Selling Author Daniel James Brown," on Friday, October 25th at ..
SOLD OUT: LIVESTEAM ONLINE Sandra Cisneros Reading, Performance from Opera House on Mango Street
Evanston
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
1730
- 1930
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
The Litowitz MFA+MA Program and the Bienen School of Music are proud to present Sandra Cisneros, in conversation with Derek Bermel.
The program will include a reading, a discussion with Derek Bermel, and a performance of a piece from the work-in-progress opera "Th ..
Reimagining Education with Roy Spence and Ted Dintersmith
Austin
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
1700
- 1900
20.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Join The Holdsworth Center's president, Dr. Lindsay Whorton, for an engaging Place the Ladder conversation with Austin-based marketing guru Roy Spence, founder of the Make it Movement and venture capitalist Ted Dintersmith, founder of What School Could Be. Discover h ..
Sonoma Speaker Series: In Conversation with Soul Surfer, BETHANY HAMILTON
Sonoma
Monday, October 21, 2024
1900
- 2030
20.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Bethany Hamilton's life took a dramatic turn when she lost her left arm in a shark attack. What seemed like the end of her surfing career became a story of extraordinary perseverance.
Within two years, she won her first national title, and in 2007, she achieved he ..
Changing Hands Bookstore presents an evening with John Stamos
Mesa
Monday, October 21, 2024
1830
- 2100
34.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Book and photo with John included with ticket! Event moderated by Olivia Fierro.
ABOUT THE BOOK
If you would have told a young John Stamos flipping burgers at his dad's fast-food joint that one day he'd be a household name and that, at the height of his success ..
Book launch and signing
Vermont
Sunday, October 20, 2024
1430
- 1700
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Book launch and signing plus and interview with the artist, Susan Weiss
Venue Name: Southern Vermont Arts Center
Category: Arts | Books and Literature ..
A Writer's Life: Stephen Harrigan Looks Back On His Fifty Year Career
Austin
Saturday, October 19, 2024
1800
- 2000
40.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Stephen Harrigan (born 1948) is an American novelist, journalist and screenwriter. He is best known as the author of the bestselling The Gates of the Alamo, for other novels such as Remember Ben Clayton and A Friend of Mr. Lincoln, and for his magazine work in Texas ..
October 18th Author Talk at Scuppernong Books
Greensboro
Friday, October 18, 2024
1800
- 1900
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Join Therese Soukar Chehade, author of WE WALKED ON; Valerie Nieman, author of IN THE LONELY BACKWATER; and Beth Castrodale, author of THE INHABITANTS, for a discussion of a theme that runs through their novels: how a rich life of the mind can help us cope with diffi ..
Friends of the Library Big Book Sale (Oct 18-20)
North Vancouver
Friday, October 18, 2024
1000
- 1600
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Book Sale Days/Times:
Friday, October 18 | 10:00am–4:00pm
Saturday, October 19 | 10:00am–4:00pm
Sunday, October 20 | 10:00am–2:00pm *On Sunday, everything is 1/2 price!
Please bring your own bag.
Category: Community | Libraries ..
Author Jason De Leon "Uncovering the Stories of the U.S./Mexico Border"
Aptos
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
1700
- 1830
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Jason De Leon is the Executive Director of the Undocumented Migration Project, a UCLA Professor, a 2017 MacArthur Fellow, and Head Curator of Hostile Terrain 94. As an archeologist, he now focuses on modern border issues, using research to explore the impacts of U.S ..
Corporations on Climate: Greenwashing or Progress?
Toronto
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
1900
- 2100
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Panelists: Melissa Aronczyk (Rutgers University), Ralph Torrie (Corporate Knights), and John Woodside (National Observer)
Moderator: Alison Mountz
As corporations rush to align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria, questions around authentici ..
Interfaith Action of Central Texas - A Night Under One Sky
Austin
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
1800
- 2100
125.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
We are especially excited to welcome Sharon Watkins as our featured speaker. Sharon is an Austin legend, renowned for her remarkable contributions to our community. As the beloved owner of Chez Zee, an iconic American Bistro, she has been a steadfast supporter of loc ..
Bryan Stevenson: Founder of EJI and Author of Just Mercy
South Bend
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
1800
- 2000
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
The Center for Social Concerns at the University of Notre Dame presents the 2024 Annual Rev. Bernie Clark, C.S.C., Lecture: An Evening with Bryan Stevenson. Bryan Stevenson is the founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), a human rights or ..
Friends of the Library Book + Donation Drive
North Vancouver
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
1500
- 1900
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Donate your good-quality books, puzzles, board games, or CDs/DVDs to the Friends of the Library!
Accepted Materials
- Good quality used books for all ages
- Gently used and complete puzzles and board games
- CD/DVD and Blu-rays
Not Accepted
- Damaged, mould ..
OLLI at MSU Friday Forum: Bozeman Traffic: What Does the Future Hold?
Bozeman
Friday, October 11, 2024
1200
- 1330
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Montana State University will host a virtual Friday Forum focused on traffic in Bozeman. “Bozeman Traffic: What Does the Future Hold?” will be held via Zoom on Friday, Oct. 11, from noon to 1:30 p.m. The event is free and open ..
An Evening with Nick Mohammed: From Mr. Swallow to Ted Lasso
Richmond
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
1930
- 2100
20.00 GBP
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Join us for a hilarious and heart warming evening with comedian, actor, and writer Nick Mohammed, as he takes you on a journey from his iconic creation, Mr. Swallow, to his unforgettable role as Nathan Shelley in the global sensation Ted Lasso. Dive behind the scenes ..
The Body Politic: Women, Digital Harassment, and Democratic Life, October 8th, Millersville Univ.
Millersville
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
1900
- 2030
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
The Kenderdine Lecture will focus on the challenges to women's participation in our democracy as the result of digital harassment. Dr. Sarah Sobieraj of Tufts University will present her research and talk about the implications of unfettered speech on the internet.
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30th Anniversary Gala
Laramie
Monday, October 7, 2024
1530
- 1900
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
To celebrate its 30th anniversary, the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) will be hosting educator, advocate, and filmmaker Jim Warne as a guest speaker. Jim Warne's talk will be followed by a reception with appetizers and a cash bar. WIND will also be hosting ..
Cardinal Burke Book Signing
La Crosse
Monday, October 7, 2024
1400
- 1600
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
In this book, discover, in Cardinal Burke's own words, the profound history, beauty, and purpose of the Shrine. The Shrine book will answer all your questions about devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe and the Shrine itself. It includes rich reflections on the inspirati ..
AMP Talk: Firefighter and Trailblazer—A Conversation with Melissa Bennett
Winsted
Saturday, October 5, 2024
1700
- 1900
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
One Firefighter's Story of Resilience
Whether you’re inspired by stories of courage, curious about the firefighting profession, or simply looking for an evening of powerful storytelling, this event promises to be one you won’t soon forget.
Melissa Bennett defied ..
29th annual Watershed Environmental Poetry Festival
Berkeley
Saturday, October 5, 2024
1000
- 1630
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Join us-Stand up for the Earth!
Celebrate Writers, Nature and Community
Strawberry Creek Walk
10:00 am, free
Meet Center at Oxford, edge of UC Berkeley campus
Poetry, talk, and a walk along Strawberry Creek through UC Berkeley and its underground path across d ..
An Evening with David Sedaris
Purchase
Friday, October 4, 2024
2000
- 2200
75.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
David Sedaris is one of America's pre-eminent humor writers, beloved for his personal essays and short stories. Join us as he brings his signature acerbic humor, social commentary, and outlandish stories back to our Concert Hall stage.
As always, Sedaris will be s ..
Into the Uncanny: Danny Robins, Chris French and Deborah Hyde
London
Friday, October 4, 2024
1900
- 2100
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
‘The ghosts of today don’t live in castles or stately homes, they’re in normal houses and workplaces, witnessed by people just like you and me. But are they the dead returning from the “undiscovered country” of death, or the product of that equally mysterious locatio ..
"MARVIN - A1 Woman Show"
St Helena
Monday, September 30, 2024
1900
- 2000
20.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Amidst National Association of Realtor rule changes, comedian/Realtor/writer Valerie Caccia has the ultimate "Coming Soon!" She has written and performs "MARVIN - A1 Woman Show". In "MARVIN", Valerie tells a story about co-listing with an amphibious Realtor, her plan ..
LAURA DAVE AND JULIA CLAIBORNE JOHNSON
Healdsburg
Sunday, September 29, 2024
1000
- 1200
10.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
HEALDSBURG --
Celebrate the release of The Night We Lost Him with New York Times bestselling author Laura Dave!
Laura will be joined in conversation by bestselling author of Better Luck Next Time, Julia Claiborne Johnson.
Enjoy Little Saint's freshly brewed ..
ConVERSations: Layered World, Layered Work with Poets Lauren Wolk and Brett Warren
Barnstable
Saturday, September 28, 2024
1400
- 1500
10.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
This event is the first in a series of "conVERSations" about poetry and art held in conjunction with the "Varujan Boghosian: Material Poetry" Exhibition. Like Boghosian, poets are collectors, gathering "artifacts ancient and modern" from the world around them, from f ..
Let Freedom Read Day
Sarasota
Saturday, September 28, 2024
1300
- 1500
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
"Let Freedom Read Day " event with free admission. Introductory remarks by Carrie Seidman, journalist and community advocate and David Brostrom of the Social Justice Alliance of the Florida Suncoast. Featured speakers include Liz Barker, newly elected Sarasota County ..
Brownies and Coffee Book Signing and Free Brownie Tasting
Bath
Saturday, September 28, 2024
1100
- 1300
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Meet the Author and Book Signing with Free Brownie and Coffee samples will be provided (while they last).
Category: Community | Local / Community ..
Dr. Van Drunen speaking on "Politics After Christendom" Saturday, September 28 9:00 am - Session 1
Fredericksburg
Saturday, September 28, 2024
0900
- 1300
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Saturday, September 28 9:00 am - Session 1 "A Biblical Theology of Civil Government" 10:15 am - Session 2 "The Rise and Fall of Christendom" 11:30 am - Q and A 12:00 pm - Lunch Sunday, September 29 9:30 am - Session 3 "Responsible Citizens, Patient Sojourners" 11:00 ..
Used Books Sale: 20,000+ Books, Puzzles, DVDs and CD - Friends of Kreutz Creek Library - Sept 27-28
York
Friday, September 27, 2024
0900
- 1800
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
This a great chance to add to your home library at bargain prices ($0.50-$2.50) and then Saturday 12-3pm with $5/bag (bring your bag). Book sorting includes kids, fiction, history, art, humor, large print, YA, biography, sci-fi, nature, travel, romance, cooking... We ..
Don't Worry Nothing Here Will Hurt You: Conversation with investigative journalist Jim Morris
Amherst
Thursday, September 26, 2024
1900
- 2100
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Chrysalis podcast host John Fiege will be in conversation with investigative journalist Jim Morris, who has spent his career tracking the path of toxic chemicals through American industry and into the blood streams of workers. In his new book, The Cancer Factory, Mor ..
New York Times Bestselling Author Mary Roach
Hickory
Thursday, September 26, 2024
1900
- 2100
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Mary Roach has been called "America's funniest science writer" and is the author of New York Times bestsellers "Stiff," "Spook," "Bonk," "Gulp," "Grunt" and "Packing for Mars." Her most recent book, "Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law," is this year's Lenoir-Rhyne Camp ..
The Borgen Project Presentation
Corvallis
Thursday, September 26, 2024
1300
- 1320
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
A 20-minute speech will be given. It is recommended that anyone interested in fighting global poverty attend.
Category: Attractions | Talks & Lectures ..
Defying the Nazis: Artemis Joukowsky shows and speaks of the film he made w/ Ken Burns and Tom Hanks
Falmouth
Sunday, September 22, 2024
1000
- 1700
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Defying the Nazis: Artemis Joukowsky shows and speaks of the film he made w/ Ken Burns and Tom Hanks.
10 AM he speaks on "The Liberation of the Human Spirit," lessons from his grandparents. 3 PM he shows the film about them: "Defying the Nazis: The Sharps' War," ( ..
A Conversation with Kathryn Grody and Mandy Patinkin
Beacon
Saturday, September 21, 2024
1900
- 2100
65.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Now they are coming to the Hudson Valley to benefit the nonprofit weekly newspaper, The Highlands Current.
Kathryn Grody received Obie Awards for her performances in Top Girls, by Caryl Churchill, and The Marriage of Bette and Boo, by Christopher Durang, and recei ..
The Untold Story of Christine Bott: The Conspiracy to Flood the World with LSD.
Norwich
Saturday, September 21, 2024
1900
- 2100
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Catherine and Jonathan engage in a wide ranging conversation about the conspiracy to flood the world with LSD. The 1960's and 70's provided a cultural shift that has left an indelible mark on our global culture. The Beatles, The Stones, Jimi Hendrix, The Grateful Dea ..
Children's Book Festival: Meet 30+ Book Creators!
Oakland
Saturday, September 21, 2024
1000
- 1600
17.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Talented 30+ authors, illustrators, and educators will take over our storybook theme park with a curated selection of kid-lit titles. This year's headlining speakers include Aida Salazar, Annie Barrows, Innosanto Nagara, Nidhi Chanani, Viet Thanh Nguyen, and Minnie P ..
Consider the Source: Influences on the Work of Ralph and Martha Cahoon with Cindy Nickerson
Cotuit
Thursday, September 19, 2024
1630
- 1830
20.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Join the museum for Consider the Source: Influences on the Work of Ralph and Martha Cahoon with Cindy Nickerson on September 19th, from 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm.
Discover how the Cahoons (especially Ralph) often borrowed designs and imagery from preexisting artworks, chi ..
Book Launch
London
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
1815
- 1930
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
What does the ship's doctor do when she's not on a lounger by the pool? Ruth Taylor's newly released memoir 'Sea Sick - The Adventures of a Ship's Doctor' gives the reader a rare opportunity to look behind the consulting room door as passengers and crew are treated f ..
A Conversation with Max Greenfield and Jake Johnson
South Kingstown
Monday, September 16, 2024
1930
- 2045
25.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
URI Student Entertainment Committee is excited to announce that Max Greenfield and Jake Johnson, best known for their roles in "New Girl", will be coming to the Ryan Center on September 16th! Ticket Information below!
Born and raised in New York, Max Greenfield is ..
Secular Salon: On Being Mayor and Other Stories with Liz Brown
Durham
Sunday, September 15, 2024
1400
- 1600
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Liz Brown lifelong Durham Resident and pillar of the community is the Mayor of Durham. She will be giving a talk titled On Being Mayor and Other Stories.
The event is free, and buffet refreshments will be provided. There will be a collection held for the Mayor's cha ..
Book Signing: Local author Tom Howie presents Dreamonition Sat Sept 14 noon - 2pm Lynn Valley Legion
North Vancouver
Saturday, September 14, 2024
1200
- 1400
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Lynn Valley Legion hosts a book signing for Friesen Press best selling novel, Dreamonition, A Binnie Story. Author Thomas P. Howie presents his new book. Hard cover and paperback copies will be available.
Category: Arts | Books and Literature ..
Debut Book Signing in Barnes and Noble Asheville
Asheville
Saturday, September 14, 2024
1100
- 1400
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Would you like to explore the wonders of the enchanting Barnes and Noble in Asheville? Or how about meeting a best selling author for a book signing of their debut novel? Come on out on September 14th between 11am -2 pm and visit Barnes and Noble and see me! There wi ..
Adele Parks Book Signing
London
Saturday, September 14, 2024
1500
- 1800
25.00 GBP
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Please attend our first book launch with the most amazing, best selling author Adele Parks! Please buy your tickets which includes Adele’s latest book: First wife’s shadow. Looking forward to seeing you all there!
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/turningpagesf ..
Albert Edward Spring No Ordinary Man Book Event
England
Saturday, September 14, 2024
1130
- 1430
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Phil and Dan Spring are promoting the newly published book about a country boy and his family from the village of Winwick.
Having lost his father in World War I he then went on to fight with the very best in World War II with the Commandos, the SAS and the Parachu ..
Stassi Schroeder: You Can't Have It All
St Louis
Thursday, September 12, 2024
1900
- 2100
35.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
The two-time New York Times bestselling author, OG Vanderpump Rules star, and host of the successful chart-topping podcast Stassi is back and better than ever with a candid guide to rethinking the girlboss life, taking the pressure off, and lessons she's learned sinc ..
Chesil Bank Writing Shed
Weymouth
Thursday, September 12, 2024
1900
- 2100
5.00 GBP
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Join the Chesil Bank Writing Shed group for monthly writing prompts, group competitions, feedback on our writing, and learn more about the business of being a writer. We meet on the second Thursday of each month, 7 pm – 9 pm, at Portesham Village Hall.
This month ..
Jodi Picoult in conversation with Jennifer Hershey
Mesa
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
1900
- 2030
45.00 USD
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Picoult will be in conversation with Jennifer Hershey. A signed copy of BY ANY OTHER NAME is included with ticket. Meet-and-greet photo line follows the presentation!
ABOUT THE BOOK:
Young playwright Melina Green has just written a new work inspired by the life ..
43rd ANNUAL NORTHERN CALIFORNIA BOOK AWARDS
San Francisco
Saturday, September 7, 2024
1400
- 1730
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
Northern California's vibrant literary scene will celebrate Saturday, September 7, 2024, 2:00pm, Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Main Library, Civic Center, San Francisco, when the 43rd annual Northern California Book Awards will recognize published works of 2023 by ..
Printers Row Lit Fest
Chicago
Saturday, September 7, 2024
1000
- 1800
Free
Literary Events - Talks - Debates - Book Launch
A celebration of literature and community, the two-day festival with over 100 exhibitors and more than 70 author presentations takes place in the Printers Row Historic District. On five city blocks of downtown Chicago, cars are replaced with tents and tables, indoor ..