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Revolutionary: A Conversation with Nikole Hannah-Jones at Wesleyan
Frank Center for Public Affairs 238 Church Street, MiddletownIn these turbulent times, journalism, like democracy itself, feels more revolutionary than ever as the boundary between journalism and activism blurs. Please join us for a conversation with Nikole Hannah-Jones, the Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of the 1619 Project and a staff writer at The New York Times Magazine, about journalism, social justice, and the praise and […]
In Community: A Conversation with Nikole Hannah-Jones at The District Music Hall
District Music Hall 71 Wall Street, NorwalkJoin us May 2 for an “In Community: A Conversation with Nikole Hannah-Jones” distinguished New York Times Magazine domestic correspondent and creator of The 1619 Project. Produced in partnership with The Equity Lab, powered by Fairfield County’s Community Foundation (FCCF) and Connecticut Public, the program will explore many of the themes Hannah-Jones explores in her work for The New York Times Magazine, as producer of […]
Serving The Whole Child A Focus on Safe Housing at The Garde
Garde Arts Center 325 State Street, New LondonConnecticut Public and CT Black & Brown Student Union co-host a series about the factors contributing to a child’s success in life. While educational success is often tied to well-resourced school districts, other factors impact a child’s trajectory like their access to affordable healthcare and healthy food. Connecticut Public and the CT Black and Brown […]
Author Talk: Kaliane Bradley (The Ministry of Time) in Conversation with Lara Ehrlich at Bank Square Books
Bank Square Books 80 Stonington Road, Mystic, CTYou won't want to miss this event with debut author Kaliane Bradley. She's coming from the UK and is doing a limited number of US tour stops. We're thrilled to be hosting her for an event. Our booksellers LOVED this book!! It's part science-fiction, part comedy, part romance, and part spy thriller and is a genre-bending reading experience […]
Author Talk: Anna Noyes (The Blue Maiden) at Bank Square Books
Bank Square Books 80 Stonington Road, Mystic, CTFrom the author of Indie Next Pick and New York Times Editor's Choice Goodnight, Beautiful Women comes a transportive and chilling debut novel of two sisters growing up on an isolated Northern European island in the shadow of their late mother and the Devil It's 1825, four generations after Berggrund Island's women stood accused of witchcraft under the eye […]
Author Talk: Angie Kim (Happiness Falls) in Conversation with Deborah Goodrich Royce
United Theater 5 Canal St, Westerly, RIThe UNITED and Bank Square Books host Angie Kim, New York Times best-selling author for an author talk and signing discussing her latest book, Happiness Falls, which was a Good Morning America Book Club Pick! Angie will be in conversation with bestselling author and Ocean House Author Series host Deborah Goodrich Royce. NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK […]
Author Talk: Tom Straw (The Accidental Joe: The Top-Secret Life of a Celebrity Chef) at Bank Square Books
Bank Square Books 80 Stonington Road, Mystic, CTBank Square Books presents an author talk and signing with Emmy-nominated and New York Times bestselling author Tom Straw for his new book, The Accidental Joe: The Top-Secret Life of a Celebrity Chef. Tom will be in conversation with Luanne Rice. About the book: A maverick celebrity chef reluctantly agrees to let the CIA use his hugely popular […]
CHEFS!: Marcus Samuelsson, Gail Simmons, Sam Sifton and Priya Krishna at The Bushnell Theater
Bushnell Theater 166 Capitol Ave, HartfordTop chefs dish on food, flavor and culture. This will be a delicious and entertaining evening with a panel of celebrity and award-winning chefs, including acclaimed chef and restaurateur, Marcus Samuelsson; culinary expert and Top Chef judge Gail Simmons; cookbook author and New York Times food writer Priya Krishna. The Forum will be moderated by New York Times assistant managing editor and cookbook author Sam […]
Garden Party: A Collaboration with Little Lion Collective at Possible Futures
Possible Futures 318 Edgewood Avenue, New Haven, CTLittle Lion Collective returns to Possible Futures on May 25th with another evening of drinks and music. Sip on floral-themed mocktails and refreshing spring wines, taste treats, enjoy a soulful DJ set, and relax in our indoor book garden. Come celebrate spring with this Garden Party event! Tickets can be purchased in advance here.
Summer Book Preview at Athena Books!
Athena Books 228 Sound Beach Avenue, Old GreenwichJoin Owner Jen Bird, Book Buyer Barb Tankel and Event Manager & Author Liaison Greer Williams as they share their top summer book picks, as well as personalized recommendations to help curate your perfect summer reading experience! We will have goodie bags and a special guest or two to make the evening even more fun […]
The Musical Box at The District Music Hall
District Music Hall 71 Wall Street, NorwalkIt’s 1973 – GENESIS releases SELLING ENGLAND BY THE POUND, which through Peter Gabriel’s eccentric theatrics and the band’s unique musicianship, produces some of the most iconic sounds and images of the 70’s, enjoying to this day a cult-following. A TIMELESS CLASSIC and the emblematic concert which embodies the fascinating world of early Genesis. THE […]
MICHAEL JORDAN’S STEAK HOUSE: Delicious Discussions with Kirsten Miller (Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books)
Michael Jordan's Steakhouse 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, UncasvilleDelicious Discussions: Author luncheon with Kirsten Miller (Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books) The provocative and hilarious summer read that will have book lovers cheering and everyone talking! Kirsten Miller, author of The Change, brings us a bracing, wildly entertaining satire about a small Southern town, a pitched battle over banned books, and a little […]