with author Oliver Darkshire in conversation with Mechanics' Institute Events Assistant Pam Troy The histories and mysteries of one of the worlds oldest bookstores, in London, are revealed by author, […]
Are you a technical editor, or interested in learning about technical editing? Join a friendly discussion of editing in technical fields. This event is free to attend and open to […]
Are you a technical editor, or interested in learning about technical editing? Join a friendly discussion of editing in technical fields. This event is free to attend and open to […]
Join us for an evening with the 2023 Oregon Book Award finalists for the Sarah Winnemucca Award for Creative Nonfiction. Readings will be followed by an audience Q&A.
Black writers on tour promotes literacy awareness, gives exposure to African-American authors and writers, and motivates and develops aspiring new writers and authors. The event also showcases Black Businesses by […]
I am happy to announce two antiquarian book fairs in Sacramento this year. The 2023 Spring Antiquarian Book Fair will be held March 25th and the 2023 Fall Antiquarian Book […]
Join us for storytime with the 2023 Oregon Book Award finalists for the Eloise Jarvis McGraw Award for Children's Literature. This is a virtual event.
Join us for a virtual lecture! Whether you have a priceless first edition or your high school scrapbook, books have intrinsic value beyond the words on the page. Get tips, […]
Join us for a reading featuring the 2023 Oregon Book Award finalists for the Leslie Bradshaw Award for Young Adult Literature. This is a virtual event.
Though not everyone realizes it, the U.S. Constitution can have serious repercussions on a mystery novel. Search warrant requirements, Miranda warnings, and prohibitions against rubber hoses are just a few […]
In partnership with Alano Club of Portland, “The Break is a monthly virtual gathering of writers and artists lead by Kaveh Akbar, celebrating amongness, collaboration, and interdisciplinary creative experimentation. Though many […]
The creative career of Joseph Jacinto “Jo” Mora (1876-1947) was both compelling and diverse. A painter, muralist, sculptor, building designer, cartographer, actor, set designer, cowboy, and husband and father, Mora’s […]