Thursday, March 12th 2026 at 4:00 PM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
You’re invited to join us for a virtual conversation with acclaimed author Kate Quinn about her latest fantastical work, The Astral Library, which poses the question: Have you ever wished you could live inside a book? Welcome to the Astral Library, where books are not just objects, but doors to new worlds, new lives, and new futures.
Wednesday, March 4th 2026 at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Join us in conversation with bestselling author and humorist Michael Perry, whose collection of genre-spanning works encapsulates the experiences–and the magic–of rural town communities and the everyday people who reside in them.
Thursday, February 12th 2026 at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Feminist philosopher Dr. Lindsey Stewart’s book, The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic, tells the stories of Negro Mammies of slavery; the Voodoo Queens and Blues Women of Reconstruction; and the Granny Midwives and textile weavers of the Jim Crow era. These women, in secrecy and subterfuge, courageously and devotedly continued their practices and worship for centuries and passed down their traditions.
Thursday, February 5th 2026 at 4:00 PM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Join us for an unforgettable experience as we chat online with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk story of the female pirate JacquotteDelahaye.
Wednesday, February 11th | 11:00-12:00 | The Community Room
Have you ever been approached with a fraudulent offer or been a victim of identity theft? The AARP Fraud Watch Network is working to empower you in the fight, with resources and tools to help you spot and avoid identity theft and fraud. By taking a few practical steps, you have the power to fight back against fraud. This session will arm you with the latest data on fraud trends and provide tips and resources to protect yourself and your family.
Oregon's hiking guru, William L. Sullivan, takes us on an illustrated tour of the new and changed hiking destinations he discovered while researching his latest guide. Expect news about wildflower hikes, changes at local parks, and trails that are recovering from fire, as well as anecdotes about history, geology, and more.
10:30 am - 11:00 am | The Hollow | 2/17, 3/17, 4/21 & 5/19
HEART STRINGS MANDARIN is an Early Childhood Mandarin Music and Movement Program for Children, curated by a bilingual language and music educator, with training in music therapy and qualifications as a mental health therapist. Join us for a series of thirty-minute programs specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for children five and under accompanied by their caregivers. Space is limited and available on a first-come basis; no registration required.
