Literature
Poets’ Night Out
Riverbend Arts Council 290 North Second Avenue, Middleport, OhioRead your favorite poem, or read an original of your very own. Dress up! If you like, come as your favorite poet, a poetic character, or a figure from a poet's time and place. Enjoy light refreshments. See us on Facebook or call Karen at 740-619-4370 with questions.
An Evening With Mark Twain
Ross County Historical Society 45 W. 5th Street, OH, United StatesAn Evening with Mark Twain Featuring Stephen Hollen, humorist, storyteller and performer of Dayton, Ohio. Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. Samuel Clemens (1835-1910) — better known by his pen name "Mark Twain” — was one of the greatest writers and humorists in American history. He is perhaps most well known as the author... Read More
“Nelsonville From A to Z” Book Launch
Stuart's Opera House 52 Public Square, Nelsonville, OH, United States“NELSONVILLE FROM A TO Z” BOOK LAUNCH Join us for the book launch of “Nelsonville From A to Z” on Friday, October 25 at 6pm at 30 Public Square! This is a publication of the Stuart’s Opera House Arts Education Program, edited by Celeste Parsons and illustrated by Hannah Sickles. There will be a FREE... Read More
Jackson City Library Book Club
Jackson City LibraryAnyone who likes to read and discuss books is welcome. October 28: War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Bradley November 25: Winter of Our Discontent by John Steinbeck
Telling a People’s Story: African American Children’s Illustrated Literature Opens
Athens Public Library Home Street, Athens, OH, United States“Telling a People’s Story” is the first museum exhibit on this topic and is organized by the Miami University Art Museum through a grant from the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation. This traveling panel exhibit highlights diverse African-American experiences through the lens of children’s books and features art produced for book illustrations. The Athens library is... Read More
Friends of the Athens Public Library Used Book Sale
Athens Public Librar 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesBrowse a large selection of fiction and nonfiction titles including a very special collection of vintage children's books. Lots of CDs and DVDs as well. Most books are three for a dollar, with newer and specialty items starting at one dollar. All proceeds support Athens County Public Library activities. Bring a bag and fill it... Read More
Author/Illustrator Visit with Denise Fleming
Athens Public Library Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesHear celebrated picture book author and illustrator Denise Fleming share about her creative process, crafting a story with words and pictures, and more. All ages welcome! Co-Sponsored by the Ohio University Patton College of Education and the Stevens Literacy Center.
Jackson City Library Book Club
Jackson City LibraryAnyone who likes to read and discuss books is welcome. November 25: Winter of Our Discontent by John Steinbeck
Essentially Athens Book Launch at Arts West
Arts West 132 West State Street, Athens, OH, United StatesJoin the writers, and fine artists for an evening of merriment, readings, discussions, and book signing. Over one hundred poets, essayists, storytellers, songwriters and fine artists have come together in this very special collection celebrating all that is the heart and hearth of Athens, Ohio. The work is raw, honest and steeped in all things... Read More
Friends of the Athens Public Library Used Book Sale
Athens Public Library Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesChoose from a large variety of fiction and nonfiction of all types, CDs and DVDs. This sale includes a wide assortment of civil war and teen books, as well as new Great Courses CDs/books. Most items are 3 for $1, with newer and specialty items starting at $1. All proceeds support Athens County Public Library... Read More