Writers Unite Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m. September 27, October 25, November 29, December 27 A writing group for writers. Chat with other writers about the writing process. Bring a laptop or paper and pen to spend time working on a writing project. Any level of writer, new, published, or in-between, is welcomed. Tai Chi Mondays at 11:30 a.m. September 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13 Join us for Tai Chi classes with instructor Gary Polvinale from Black Cat Tai Chi. Tai Chi requires no tools or accessories and can be done seated or standing. Although slow and smooth, Tai Chi provides a good workout. It can be easily learned and adjusted to accommodate different fitness levels and physical limitations. Registration is required as space is limited. Ricardo Morales Vivero: An Afternoon of Hispanic Music Friday, September 29, at 3:00 p.m. Ricardo Morales Vivero, guitarist and composer, presenter Ohio Regional Music Arts and Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) and the Sandusky Library present Ecuadorian guitarist Ricardo Morales Vivero in a program of Hispanic music to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Ricardo will perform a solo guitar set of Hispanic music, which will showcase his background in jazz through a varied repertoire including classic boleros, Latin American rock and originals. BOOK DISCUSSIONS: Books are available on Hoopla and Libby/Overdrive and through curbside pickup. It is not necessary to read the book to attend. The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Silvia Moreno-Garcia Monday, September 25, at 6:00 p.m. A lavish historical drama reimagining of The Island of Doctor Moreau set against the backdrop of nineteenth-century Mexico. To hear more from author Silvia Moreno-Garcia herself, plan to attend the author event on September 26, sponsored by the Lange Trust of the Sandusky Library. The Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi Coates Monday, October 23, at 6:00 p.m. Sandy Zagarell, Oberlin College, discussion leader Young Hiram Walker was born into bondage. When his mother was sold away, Hiram was robbed of all memories of her—but was gifted with a mysterious power. To hear more from author Ta-Nehisi Coates himself, plan to attend the author event on October 27, sponsored by the Lange Trust of the Sandusky Library. FOLLOW US! The Other Trail of Tears: The Removal of the Ohio Indians by Mary Stockwell Monday, November 27, at 6:00 p.m. In commemoration of Native American Heritage Month: The Indian Removal Act of 1830 was the culmination of the United States’ policy to force native populations to relocate west of the Mississippi River. The Other Trail of Tears: The Removal of the Ohio Indians tells the story of our region’s historic tribes as they struggled following the death of Tecumseh and the unraveling of his tribal confederacy in 1813. The Man Who Invented Christmas by Les Standiford Monday, December 18, at 6:00 p.m. Les Standiford whisks us back to Victorian England, its most beloved storyteller, and the birth of the Christmas we know best. Official Downton Abbey Cookbook by Annie Gray Thursday, October 19, at 2:00 p.m. Food historian and show consultant Annie Gray gives a rich and fascinating insight into the background of the dishes that were popular between 1912 and 1926, when Downton Abbey is set—a period of tremendous change and conflict, as well as culinary development. New Native Kitchen: Celebrating Modern Recipes of the American Indian by Freddie Bitsoie and James O. Fraioli Thursday, November 16, at 2:00 p.m. In this essential cookbook, Bitsoie shares his expertise and culinary insights into Native American cooking, suggests new approaches for every home cook, and celebrates the Indigenous heritage of American cuisine. COOKBOOK DISCUSSIONS Mi Cocina: Recipes and Rapture from My Kitchen in Mexico by Rick Martinez Thursday, September 21, at 2:00 p.m. Join Rick Martínez on a once-in-a-lifetime culinary journey throughout México that begins in Mexico City and continues through 32 states, in 156 cities, and across 20,000 incredibly delicious miles.
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