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Author Discussion

Author Talk with Brian Stannard – Alcatraz Ghost Story

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Come out to hear about Alcatraz Ghost Story. Written by Brian Stannard, a guide with Alcatraz Cellhouse Tours, Alcatraz Ghost Story explores the life of Roy Gardner in the context of his great love story and the larger backdrop of drug addiction, incarceration, and the racial and labor violence of the 1920s and 1930s.

Arriving directly from Alcatraz, Stannard will host a conversation with the audience about all things pertaining to the Rock. Have questions about ghosts? What are ghosts? Did Al Capone play banjo? Stannard is eager to answer!

Author Talk with Dr. Kristin Vogel-Campbell

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Join Dr. Kristin Vogel-Campbell to discuss her new book and share a few of the book’s vignettes, her experience as an educator, and a Q & A with the audience.

This book is geared towards both pre- and in-service educators and administrators who are seeking to deepen their understanding of parent perspective and how they can tailor their practices to ensure a more inclusive and inviting environment.

Please register here for the free event.

Getting to Sorry with Susan McCarthy (Author Discussion)

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Author Talk: Getting to Sorry

We all recognize terrible apologies. You’ve probably gotten a few. Excuse-laden, blame-shifting, weaselly offerings can fracture friendships and family bonds, harm businesses, and damage workplace relationships.

Join Susan share about the book and discuss apologies. Learn how to elicit better apologies, how to offer great ones, and how to teach kids how to apologize.

 

Event is free

Author Reading & Signing: Stacey Bowen

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Join us for our first author reading and signing. Stacey Bowen will read from her book “Things I wish I Knew”. She will also personalize copies of her books. They are available for purchase at Peninsula Books. See you there.

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