Upcoming Events

Jana Tropper, one of the authors of the Animal Rescue Friends series will be sharing her author story with us, doing dramatic readings from her graphic novels, signing books, and giving high fives. 

Lush Lyricism and Intimate Confessions with Miranda Cowley Heller

New York Times Bestselling Author of The Paper Palace

Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey th

Learn what it takes to make a comic with our One Book, One Batavia author, Jana Tropper, with step-by-step instructions and guidance.

This is a One Book, One Batavia program. 

Learn what it takes to make a comic with our One Book, One Batavia author, Jana Tropper, with step-by-step instructions and guidance.

This is a One Book, One Batavia program. 

Author Laurie Zaleski will join us via Zoom to discuss her book Funny Farm with the audience. 

On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience with Jason Reynolds

Award-Winning and New York Times Bestselling Author

Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his l

On Courage, Turmoil and the Tranformative Power of Love with Marjan Kamali

Internationally Bestselling and Award-Winning Author of The Lion Women of Tehran

Join us for an exciting conversation with internationall

How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr.

Join us for a librarian-led discussion of Last Summer on State Street by Toya Wolfe.

Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential with Nir Eyal

Internationally Bestselling Author of "Hooked" and "Indistractible"

In Beyond Belief, Nir Eyal reveals how the hidden assumptions yo

Join us for a free one-hour presentation on a book, author or local topic of interest.  Bring a lunch to enjoy during the program.

Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig

A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration

Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savi

Join us for a librarian-led discussion of The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff.

Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat: Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman

New York Times Best Selling Author of Dungeon Crawler Carl

Hold onto your heart-patte

Nurturing Future Generations: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood with Ted Page

Author, Creative Entrepreneur, and Grandpa

Join us in virtual conversation with storyteller and popular blogger Ted Page as we

Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross is an epic enemies-to-lovers fantasy novel filled with hope and heartbreak, and the unparalleled power of love. 

Grades 8-12

Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy

Kadri, CEO & Founder of Diaspora Spice Co.