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March Calendar of Events  

Information about more activities and events is available on the Main Library page.

Author Afternoon with Luke Boyd

On Saturday, March 13 from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Dr. Lucas G. "Luke" Boyd, former principal of Battle Ground Academy and local columnist, will speak in the Meeting Room of the main Library. Boyd is the author of two books, coon Dogs and Outhouses: Tall Tales from the Old South, and Coon Dogs and Outhouses: Tall Tales from the Mississippi Delta. Editors describe Boyd's work as "…reflecting the folk humor and local color that are hallmarks of Southern writing. His story telling is part remembrance of a culture that is gradually fading, part recollection of lessons learned over a lifetime." Come hear a fine story teller intrigue you with talk of his work and tales of his experiences. Boyd will be available to sign copies of his books.

Writing Workshop: Collaborative Writing with Kyle Dickerson

On Saturday, March 20 from 9:30 - 11:30 am, local author Kyle Dickerson will discuss his involvement with the Worldwide Book Project, a novel created online as a collaboration of authors from all over the world. Writing as a team is a challenge. Come hear Dickerson explain how he and his online colleagues produced their book in just one year, and try your hand at group writing as Dickerson offers tips and instruction in this rewarding style. Call 615-595-1250 or email to register.

Resolve to be Organized with Liz Jenkins

On Saturday, March 20 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm, Professional organizer Liz Jenkins of A Fresh Space will share ideas for organizing your spaces. Being organized can help you achieve your goals by making things easier in your life. Here's your chance to ask questions and get some real answers about how to get organized -- and stay organized. Pre-registration is suggested by phone at 615-595-1250 or email, but walk-ins are welcome.

"Women Composers" Presentation with Emily Gaskill

On Sunday, March 21 at 3:00 pm, Emily Gaskill, Assistant Professor of Music at Columbia State Community College, will present a program on women composers who have made a significant contribution to music history and the world of music. Gaskill will highlight the work of Hildegard von Bingen, Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel, Maria Theresa von Paradis, Ellen Zwilic, and many others.

Friends of the Library Book Sale

The Friends of the Williamson County Public Library will hold their first book sale of 2010, Thursday through Saturday, March 25 - 27. Hours are: Thursday, 9:00 am - 7:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm; Saturday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. On Saturday, books will be half-price until noon. From noon until closing, books will be sold by the bag at $5.00 per bag. On Wednesday, March 24 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm, there will be a preview sale for members of the Friends group. If you're not already a member, you can join that night. Individual memberships are $10 per year; family memberships are $15. The book sale is the primary fundraiser of the Friends group, with all proceeds donated directly to the WCPL for the purchase of new books.

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