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SUMMARY:Book Voyagers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for music\, songs\, and stories! Local author\, educator\, musician\, and storyteller Leslie Woods will share her talent and love of books with you and your family. For more information or to register\, contact the library at (860) 447-1411\, or visit https://plnl.org/.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/book-voyagers-2/
LOCATION:Public Library of New London\, 63 Huntington Street\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
CATEGORIES:April 2026,Book Voyagers,Family Activity,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T193000
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SUMMARY:Cat On a Hot Tin Roof: Author Visit with Peter Abrahams (aka Spencer Quinn) (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Peter Abrahams (aka Spencer Quinn) returns to Avon to celebrate the release of his newest book\, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.  \nAbout Cat on a Hot Tin Roof:  \nJill Sonke\, a Ph.D. who works at the University of Florida\, says—after an exhaustive study—that reading for pleasure has fallen off the table in the 21st century: a decline of 40%. Obviously those people haven’t met Bernie Little and his sidekick\, Chet. This is the kind of can’t-put-it-down\, gotta-read-one-more-chapter crime/suspense/mystery novel that only a few writers can pull off. I think of Michael Connolly\, John Sandford\, and Lee Child\, but Spencer Quinn has something those books don’t: the narrator is a wonderful dog who sees (and smells) things his detective partner can’t. Chet is brave\, and has a wonderfully optimistic view of life in the American Southwest; he often assures devoted readers (like me) that he is feeling “tip-top.” We should all be so lucky\, and Bernie is lucky to have such a devoted friend. Chet is positive that Bernie will eventually sell all those Hawaiian pants he has in storage\, and if it’s good enough for Chet\, it’s good enough for me. Don’t want to oversell the book by claiming it’s up there with Melville and Joyce\, but when you want a tip-top tale\, Bernie is your guy and Chet can both tell a tale and wag one. This is no cutie-poo “cozy” mystery\, either. There’s some hard bark (as well as barking) here. Humor? Got it. First-class whodunit? Check. Good writing without any show-off bells & whistles? Yes and yes. I could go on and on\, but as Chet so wisely says\, “No time for that now.” – Stephen King \nSpencer Quinn is the pen name of Peter Abrahams\, the Edgar-award winning author of many novels\, including the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Chet and Bernie mystery series\, Mrs. Plansky’s Revenge\, The Right Side\, and Oblivion\, as well as the New York Times bestselling Bowser and Birdie series for younger readers. He lives on Cape Cod with his wife Diana—and Dottie\, a loyal and energetic member of the four-pawed nation within. \nBooks will be for sale at this event. \nPlease register\, so we can set the community room up with appropriate seating
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/cat-on-a-hot-tin-roof-author-visit-with-peter-abrahams-aka-spencer-quinn-in-person/
LOCATION:Avon Free Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:April 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
ORGANIZER;CN="Avon Free Public Library":MAILTO:tpanik@avonctlibrary.info
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T104500
DTSTAMP:20260713T072118
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SUMMARY:Book Voyagers
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate with Poppi’s Planet\, “where hearts soar & imaginations roar\,” explores emotions through dance\, play\, and mindful activities. Youngsters leave with new ways to manage challenges and embrace joy in their hearts. For more information or to register\, contact the library at (860) 779-5383\, or visit https://www.killinglypl.org/ .
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/book-voyagers-tycld/
LOCATION:Killingly Public Library\, 25 Westcott Rd\, Danielson\, CT\, 06239\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Voyagers,CTH Funded,February 2026,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T193000
DTSTAMP:20260713T072118
CREATED:20260213T190551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T190551Z
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SUMMARY:Literary Prose Reading Series
DESCRIPTION:Sonder: a new prose reading series coming to Hartford this spring\, featuring 4 writers on the fourth Friday of each month\, bringing together a community to showcase a diverse range of writers\, both established and emerging\, in fiction\, non-fiction\, and the occasional poet! Coming soon. Dead Language Beer Project. Celebrating community and literary arts.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/literary-prose-reading-series/
CATEGORIES:April 2026,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T140000
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SUMMARY:14th Annual Author Luncheon\, featuring Amity Gaige
DESCRIPTION:Celebrated novelist Amity Gaige will speak about her writing process and her new critically acclaimed book\, “Heartwood.” She is also the bestselling author of four additional books: “O My Darling (2005) “The Folded World” (2007)\, “Schroder” (2013) and “Sea Wife” (2020). “Heartwood\,” has been called “the best thriller of the year” by The Boston Globe and was named Best Book of 2025 by The New York Times\, among other awards. Amity Gaige’s books will be for sale at the event. Tickets start at $55 each\, and are available here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/hakaw9x
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/14th-annual-author-luncheon-featuring-amity-gaige/
LOCATION:Avon Free Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:April 2026,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Avon Free Public Library":MAILTO:tpanik@avonctlibrary.info
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T150000
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SUMMARY:A Defiant Woman/Author Event with Karen Olson (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person author event with Karen Olson\, to celebrate the release of her new book\, A Defiant Woman. \nKate Tudor’s marriage to billionaire Hank Tudor continues to fray when his ex-wife resurfaces in the wake of their daughter’s kidnapping\, in the latest novel in this genre-defying crime series. \nEight years ago\, Nan Tudor escaped her husband\, billionaire businessman Hank Tudor\, afraid for her life and leaving a dead body behind—but in doing so\, she abandoned her three-year-old daughter\, Lizzie. Still wracked with guilt for that decision\, she is living a quiet life as a restaurant cook in France with her son when she receives a mysterious text: “We have your daughter.” \nLured back to the scene of the crime on Martha’s Vineyard by a threat against Lizzie’s life\, Nan believes the kidnapper is exacting revenge against her\, stopping at nothing to do so—and discovers that she and her daughter may not be the only targets. Kate Parker—Hank’s sixth and latest wife—is also on the island and drawn into the kidnapper’s elaborate web of retaliation. \nKeeping their alliance secret from Hank\, Hank’s fixer Thomas Cromwell\, investigator Steve Gardiner\, and reporter Tom Seymour\, the two women find themselves in a race against time to rescue Lizzie—and to make sure they both stay alive. \nKaren E. Olson is the winner of the Sara Ann Freed Memorial Award and a Shamus Award finalist. She is the author of the Annie Seymour mysteries\, the Tattoo Shop mysteries\, and the Black Hat thrillers. Karen was a longtime editor\, both in newspapers and at Yale University Press. She lives in New Haven\, Connecticut. Learn more about her here. \nBoth books in the series will be for sale at this event. \nPlease register\, so we can set the community room up with appropriate seating. \nThis event is part of our National Library Week celebration!
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/a-defiant-woman-author-event-with-karen-olson-in-person/
LOCATION:Avon Free Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:April 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T173000
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SUMMARY:By the People / Exploring Connecticut's History Through Poetry
DESCRIPTION:In this intergenerational event (ages 10+) participants will discover how poetry illuminates both American history and the rich\, layered story of Connecticut. Though an opening presentation and poetry reading by Antoinette Brim-Bell\, Connecticut’s 8th State Poet Laureate\, we’ll explore how poets have chronicled the evolution of interconnected communities\, and how poetry deepens our understanding of the ongoing pursuit of a more perfect nation. A writing workshop and Q&A will conclude the session. This program is part of the national By the People initiative\, marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independent. For more information\, contact the library at (203) 797-4505\, or visit Danbury Library – Enriching Lives\, Building Community .
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/by-the-people-exploring-connecticuts-history-through-poetry/
LOCATION:Danbury Public Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, 06810
CATEGORIES:By the People,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000
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SUMMARY:Book to Series with Georgia Hunter
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, April 19 as we welcome author Georgia Hunter and actress Eva Feiler for a conversation about the making of the series\, We Were the Lucky Ones. The pilot episode will be shown immediately following the discussion. Books will be available for purchase and signature. \nThis event is $16 for members and $20 for nonmembers. Light snacks and beverages will be served.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/book-to-series-with-georgia-hunter/
LOCATION:Bruce Museum\, 1 Museum Drive\, Greenwich\, CT\, 06830-7157\, United States
CATEGORIES:April 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T140000
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SUMMARY:Poetry Reading with Bristol's Poet Laureate Tom Lagasse
DESCRIPTION:April is National Poetry Month and what better way to celebrate than experiencing live poetry! Three established Connecticut poets\, Dale Lombardi\, Elaine Nadal\, and Karen Warinsky will join Tom Lagasse\, Bristol’s Poet Laureate\, for a reading of their work. Please sign up by calling Manross Memorial Library at #860-584-7790.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/poetry-reading-with-bristols-poet-laureate-tom-lagasse/
LOCATION:Manross Memorial Library\, 260 Central Street\, Bristol\, CT\, 06010\, United States
CATEGORIES:April 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T200000
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Author Kat Rosenfield
DESCRIPTION:New York Times-bestselling author Kat Rosenfield will join the Friends on Wednesday\, April 8 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Friends program room to discuss How to Survive in the Woods her recently published thriller novel. She will be in conversation with New York Times-bestselling mystery author Lynne Constantine. Set in Maine’s Hundred Mile Wilderness—the treacherous final stretch of the storied Appalachian Trail\, this heart-stopping\, psychologically rich tale of passion\, betrayal and control takes readers on a twisty journey deep into Maine’s back country and in the dark minds of an unforgettable cast of characters. “This gripping story will shock readers from the beginning and keep them guessing until the end”— Library Journal. How to Survive in the Woods is being adapted by Amazon MGM for feature film\, with Denise Di Novi (Heathers) producing.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/an-evening-with-author-kat-rosenfield/
LOCATION:Simsbury Public Library\, 725 Hopmeadow St.\, Simsbury\, CT\, 06070\, United States
CATEGORIES:April 2026,Discussion,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T200000
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SUMMARY:Book Release Event
DESCRIPTION:Gather in community for an evening celebrating Melanie Pappadis Faranello’s debut award-winning story collection\, Everybody Needs Something\, forthcoming March 2026. There will be an author reading and conversation\, book signing\, live jazz\, an interactive activity and opportunity to add words to The Community Poem Project\, snacks and more!
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/book-release-event/
CATEGORIES:March 2026,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260316T150000
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SUMMARY:"How to Read a Book" - Four-part series at Fairfield Public Library with Dr. Mark Schenker
DESCRIPTION:Fairfield Public Library favorite presenter Mark Schenker returns for another installment of his “How To Read A Book“ series\, focusing this time on America 250\, our nation’s birth. Join us for a discussion of American literature spanning over 100 years. \nMondays at 2 pm: \nMarch 16: The Scarlet Letter (1850) by Nathaniel Hawthorne\nMarch 30: Life on the Mississippi (1883) by Mark Twain\nApril 13: The Grapes of Wrath (1939) by John Steinbeck\nApril 27: Song of Solomon (1977) by Toni Morrison \nRegistering for the first session commits you to the following three.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/how-to-read-a-book-four-part-series-at-fairfield-public-library-with-dr-mark-schenker/
LOCATION:Fairfield Public Library\, 1080 OLD POST RD\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,March 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T210000
DTSTAMP:20260713T072118
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SUMMARY:Award-Winning Poet Brenda Hillman to Visit UConn as 59th Wallace Stevens Poet
DESCRIPTION:Internationally acclaimed poet Brenda Hillman will visit the University of Connecticut in March as the 59th Wallace Stevens Poet\, part of UConn’s longstanding Wallace Stevens Poetry Program. \nHillman will give a public reading on Wednesday\, March 11\, at 7 p.m. in the Konover Auditorium of the Dodd Center\, 405 Babbidge Road\, Storrs\, CT 06269. The event is free and open to the public and will feature readings by award-winning UConn student poets prior to Hillman’s appearance. \nHillman will also give a special reading for E.O. Smith High School students on Tuesday\, March 10\, as part of the program’s commitment to literary outreach and arts education. \nHillman is the author of numerous poetry collections\, including Practical Water\, which won the LA Times Book Award for Poetry; Seasonal Works with Letters on Fire\, winner of the 2014 Griffin Poetry Prize and the Northern California Book Award for Poetry; Extra Hidden Life\, Among the Days; and her most recent collection\, In a Few Minutes Before Later. In 2016\, she was named chancellor of the Academy of American Poets. \nHer honors also include the 2012 Academy of American Poets Fellowship\, the 2005 William Carlos Williams Prize for poetry\, and fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Guggenheim Foundation. \nHillman’s visit is organized by the Wallace Stevens Poetry Program Committee in UConn’s Department of English in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Funding is provided by the Aetna Chair of Writing\, the English Department Speaker’s Fund\, the UConn Humanities Institute\, and private donations from English faculty and community supporters through the 2024 UConn Gives Campaign. \nFor more information\, please visit the Wallace Stevens Poetry Program website.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/award-winning-poet-brenda-hillman-to-visit-uconn-as-59th-wallace-stevens-poet/
LOCATION:Thomas J. Dodd Research Center\, University of Connecticut\, 405 Babbidge Road\, Storrs\, CT\, 06269-1205\, United States
CATEGORIES:March 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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