Upcoming Adult Programs
No More Curse! A History of the Red Sox with Author and Historian David Kruh
Monday, April 28 | 7:00 PM (Virtual)
Based on his research for his musical, David takes us to the roots of Boston baseball, when, just like today, the team captured the hearts of the people of Boston. We will look back at the real story behind Harry Frazee and his sale of slugger Babe Ruth. Relive the (sometimes frustrating) saga of the Boston Red Sox and their ultimately successful struggle for a World Series championship.
REGISTER to receive the Zoom webinar link from Ashland Public Library.
Presented in partnership with the Ashland Public Library.
Author Shannon Reed Discusses "Why We Read"
Monday, May 5 | 7:00 PM (Virtual)
Join us as we chat with author Shannon Reed about her book, "Why We Read: On Bookworms, Libraries, and Just One Page Before Lights Out". Why DO we read? What compels us to? What holds our attention? How many of us remember reading by a flashlight after hours? Shannon will have the scoop and will be answering lots of our Questions!
Shannon Reed makes the case that we should read for pleasure above all else. In this whip-smart, laugh-out-loud funny collection, she shares surprising stories from her life as a reader and the poignant ways in which books have impacted her students. Reed takes us on a rollicking tour through the comforting world of literature.
REGISTER to receive the Zoom webinar link from Ashland Public Library.
Presented in partnership with the Ashland Public Library.
Author Heather Wolf Discusses: Experience Spring Bird Migration to the Fullest
Monday, May 12 | 7:00 PM (Virtual)
Join Heather Wolf, author of "Find More Birds: 111 Surprising Ways to Spot Birds Wherever You Are" and "Birding at the Bridge: In Search of Every Bird on the Brooklyn Waterfront", as she shares tips for jumping into the nature documentary happening around you, also known as spring bird migration! Learn how to find more migrating birds and witness their fascinating behaviors, as well as cue into birds that will be breeding and raising young in your area. We can't wait for what will be another fascinating conversation!
Heather Wolf is the author of Find More Birds and Birding at the Bridge. A Brooklyn-based birder, photographer, and educator, she works with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology as a web developer, teaches birding classes at Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and gives walks and talks for various organizations in New York City and beyond.
REGISTER to receive the Zoom webinar link from Ashland Public Library.
Presented in partnership with the Ashland Public Library.
Q&A with Romance and Mystery Writer Olivia Waite
Wednesday, May 28 | 7:00 PM (Virtual)
We're so excited to chat with romance author, Olivia Waite! If you haven't read her books, you are in for such a treat! We cannot wait for her latest book, "Murder by Memory", the first in the Dorothy Gentleman sci-fi mystery series! Bring your questions as this is going to be a rapid fire, AMA (ask me anything) Q&A!
Olivia Waite writes queer historical romance, fantasy, science fiction, and essays. She is the romance fiction columnist for the New York Times Book Review. When the birds are propitious, she sends out the Oliviary: a newsletter full of news, recommended reads, and intriguing content curated from niche corners of the internet.
REGISTER to receive the Zoom webinar link from Ashland Public Library.
Presented in partnership with the Ashland Public Library.