Meet the Author Series
James Collins to Speak at the Library!
Update: Please note that this author event has been cancelled. This event will be rescheduled in the future. Please check back on our website for details.
On Thursday, May 14 at 7 p.m., author James Collins will be speaking here at the Library. His novel Beginner’s Greek, a national bestseller, will be coming out in paperback that week and we look forward to welcoming him to Darien!
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Author! Author!
We'll be hosting two author events here at the Library during the month of May. One author will talk about taking chances, the other, about second chances.
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W. Randall (Randy) Jones will be here on Sunday, May 3 at 5 p.m. to talk about his new book, The Richest Man in Town: The Twelve Commandments of Wealth.
Jones, the founder of Worth magazine, interviewed the richest men and women in the 100 largest towns in America – all of them self-made financial giants. In his book, he reveals the common traits of these individuals and makes their success tips available to everyone.
A book signing and reception will follow the presentation. Books will be available for purchase. Mr. Jones' talk is part of our Grand Opening Author Series.
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On Thursday, May 14 at 7 p.m., James Collins will be here to talk about his novel, Beginner's Greek, a national bestseller.
Update: Please note that this author event has been cancelled. This event will be rescheduled in the future. Please check back here on our website for details.
Brand new to paperback, "Beginner's Greek" is a romantic comedy with a distinct literary vein running beneath its surface. (The cover asks the question: "Could they have a second chance at love at first sight?")
"Jane Austen fans will feel right at home" - Library Journal
Refreshments will be served. A book signing will follow the presentation and books will be available for purchase.
Please join us for these special author events!
Additional parking for evening and weekend Library programs on Thorndal Circle (behind Nielsen's).
Talking about "The Richest Man in Town"
Written by Barbara T. on 04/25/2009
W. Randall Jones, the founder of Worth magazine and the author of The Richest Man in Town: The Twelve Commandments of Wealth, will be at the Library on Sunday, May 3 at 5 p.m.
Mr. Jones, who will be launching his book tour here at the Darien Library, interviewed the richest men and women in the 100 largest towns in America – all of them self-made financial giants. In his new book, “The Richest Man in Town,” which debuts on May 4, he reveals the key common traits of these individuals and makes their success tips available to everyone. Mr. Jones, a frequent commentator on numerous television shows including The TODAY Show, CNBC, CNN, CNNFN, and FOX News, will talk about his research and some of the surprising and extraordinary revelations he made.
“Clear, concise and actionable advice from 100 of the greatest self-made success stories of our time, ‘The Richest Man in Town’ shows you how you too can become the most successful person in your town.” – Jennifer Openshaw, personal finance columnist, MarketWatch.com
Mr. Jones serves as Chairman and CEO of American Idea Lab, a media ideation and investment firm. He sits on the boards of Wilmington Trust New York, Trinity Capital Services, Yureekah Technologies, and American Idea Lab. In addition, Jones is a member of the Young Presidents Organization (YPO), the Creative Coalition, and the Committee to Encourage Corporate Philanthropy. To satiate his passion for economic education, Mr. Jones has served as a board member of the National Council for Economic Education. The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of America recently honored him as “Philanthropist of the Year.”
Considered a serial entrepreneur, W. Randall Jones is an author, publisher, and media executive who has spent 30 years in the publishing, TV, internet, film, and media businesses.
A reception and book signing will follow the presentation. Books will be available for purchase.
Additional parking for evening and weekend Library programs on Thorndal Circle (behind Nielsen's).
Talking about "The Richest Man in Town"
W. Randall Jones, the founder of Worth magazine and the author of The Richest Man in Town: The Twelve Commandments of Wealth, will be at the ibrary on Sunday, May 3 at 5 p.m.
Mr. Jones, who will be launching his book tour at Darien Library, interviewed the richest men and women in the 100 largest towns in America – all of them self-made financial giants. In his new book, “The Richest Man in Town,” which debuts on May 4, he reveals the key common traits of these individuals and makes their success tips available to everyone. Mr. Jones, a frequent commentator on numerous television shows including The TODAY Show, CNBC, CNN, CNNFN, and FOX News, will talk about his research and some of the surprising and extraordinary revelations he made.
“Clear, concise and actionable advice from 100 of the greatest self-made success stories of our time, ‘The Richest Man in Town’ shows you how you too can become the most successful person in your town.” – Jennifer Openshaw, personal finance columnist, MarketWatch.com
Mr. Jones serves as Chairman and CEO of American Idea Lab, a media ideation and investment firm. He sits on the boards of Wilmington Trust New York, Trinity Capital Services, Yureekah Technologies, and American Idea Lab. In addition, Jones is a member of the Young Presidents Organization (YPO), the Creative Coalition, and the Committee to Encourage Corporate Philanthropy. To satiate his passion for economic education, Mr. Jones has served as a board member of the National Council for Economic Education. The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of America recently honored him as “Philanthropist of the Year.”
Considered a serial entrepreneur, W. Randall Jones is an author, publisher, and media executive who has spent 30 years in the publishing, TV, internet, film, and media businesses.
A reception and book signing will follow the presentation. Books will be available for purchase.
Additional parking for evening and weekend Library programs on Thorndal Circle (behind Nielsen's).
The things you can learn at a Girls Night Out ...or In
So last night, as Janet and I were baking confections (using recipes from I Loved, I Lost, I Made Spaghetti) for tonight's program, I learned I had a baking blindspot. Who knew? I was stirring and "missed a spot." I almost left some of the lemon zest on the plate. As you probably guessed, baking is not second nature to me and obviously, I need a spotter. (Thanks, Janet!)
The good news is that the girls night in (baking) precedes our Girls Night Out!
TONIGHT AT 7!
ILENE BECKERMAN AND GIULIA MELUCCI!
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Ilene Beckerman, author of Love, Loss, and What I Wore, and Giulia Melucci, author or I Loved, I Lost I Made Spaghetti will be at the Library tonight for what's sure to be a fun and lively night! We'll be talking love, life, food, and fashion.
We'll have wine...cheese...fruit...and some Giulia-inspired homemade treats! Please join us!
For more information, click here.
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Giulia's in the Kitchen (and on the TODAY Show and soon at the Darien Library!)
Giulia Melucci, the author of I Loved, I Lost, I Made Spaghetti was on The TODAY Show this morning. If the name sounds familiar, it's because Giulia will be here at Darien Library on Thursday, April 23 at 7 p.m. with Ilene Beckerman, the author of Love, Loss, and What I Wore for a special Meet the Author program we're calling Girls Night Out!
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Giulia's book just came out on Tuesday, and is getting fabulous reviews. Here's what Entertainment Weekly had to say, and...AND...if being on The TODAY Show wasn't enough good news for Giulia for one day, she is profiled in today's New York Times as the subject of the "At Home With..." feature!
I loved the book and am so thrilled that Giulia and Ilene will be coming here to Darien to share share their stories with us! Talk. Laughs. Food. Wine. You know...a girls night out! Please be sure to join us!
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The Poet's Voice at the Library
"In the room of the spirit, Janet Krauss fills all the seats" - Paul Dry, Paul Dry Books, Inc.
The Poet's Voice, yearly readings in Fairfield County libraries by outstanding poets, returns to the Darien Library on Sunday, April 19th at 3 p.m.. Poet Janet Krauss will read her poems at this annual event, which will be held in the Conference Room on the Mezzanine Level.
Janet Krauss is a widely published poet and teaches literature and writing at St. Basil College and Fairfield University. She is the recipient of the Fairfiled Adjunct Award of the Year, 2006, and was twice nominated for the Pushcart Prize in poetry.
A reception will follow the reading.
The reading is supported by the Horace E. Manacher Poetry Fund and contributions to the Darien Library Annual Campaign.
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Poet Christina Pugh at the Library
April is National Poetry Month!
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On Monday, April 13th at 7 p.m., our Grand Opening Author Series continues with award-winning poet Christina Pugh. She is the author of Rotary, the winner of the Word Press First Book Prize in 2004. Her second book of poems, Restoration, was published in October 2008. Her poetry has appeared in The Atlantic Monthly, Poetry, TriQuarterly, Ploughshares, and other publications. In addition to her own poems, she has also published numerous articles on poetry and poetics.
We are so pleased that Christina has agreed to come to Darien (especially during National Poetry Month) and to be part of our Grand Opening Author Series. Please join us for this special program.
Refreshments will be served.
Additional parking for evening and weekend Library programs on Thorndal Circle (behind Nielsen's).
Fashion + Food = Fun = Girls Night Out at the Library
Do you remember what you wore on your first date with Mr. Right? Do you remember what you cooked when Mr. Wrong came to dinner? This is how my memory works, so I am especially excited about our upcoming Meet the Author(s) event! On Thursday, April 23rd at 7 p.m., Ilene Beckerman, the author of the bestselling book Love, Loss, and What I Wore, and Giulia Melucci, the author of the BRAND NEW (it comes out on April 8th) book I Loved, I Lost, I Made Spaghetti, will be at the Library for a special event that we're calling Girls Night Out!
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Ilene Beckerman had a runaway bestseller in the 1990s when she poignantly told her life story through the clothes that she wore. Love, Loss, and What I Wore struck a chord that still resounds. So many of us can relate to the idea of memories evoked from a certain outfit or article of clothing. The author of this deliciously illustrated memoir reminds us that what we wear may help to shape our memories and ultimately may be forever intertwined in every recollection.
If every outfit tells a story...what's in your closet?
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How many of our memories are somehow wrapped up with food associations? How many conversations do we have over food? About food?! Few things evoke such strong memories for us... childhood, home, cafeterias, restaurants, good times, bad times, seduction, socializing, status, nurturing, caring, love, relationships...the list is practically endless. When it comes to relationships, my food instincts (unfortunately) lead me to food as comfort. In Giulia Melucci's new book, I Loved, I Lost, I Made Spaghetti, the author leads us on a culinary journey through her dating minefield, complete with laughs, disappointments, hope, worry, and wonderful recipes.
...and speaking of food, refreshments will be served! Please join us!
This Meet the Author(s) event is part of our Grand Opening Author Series.
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Upcoming Author Events at the Library
Yesterday afternoon, Arthur Frommer appeared at the Library for an entertaining and informative talk. This special program was part of our Grand Opening Author Series (yes, he was wonderful, as have been all of our speakers!). Lots of people asked about our upcoming author events, so in case you've lost the brochures, here's what's coming soon at the Library!
Wednesday, April 1, 7 p.m.
Jonathan Lopez
Author Jonathan Lopez will talk about his groundbreaking book, The Man Who Made Vermeers: Unvarnishing the Legend of Master Forger Han van Meegeren, the real story of the world’s most famous art forger, Han van Meegeren. The Man Who Made Vermeers is an absorbing account and “unvarnishing” of the van Meegeren legend, that of a folk hero for duping the Nazi leader Hermann Goering with a fake Vermeer. (A One Book, One Community event.)
Girls Night Out!
Please join us for these great programs!
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