Join celebrated local YA author Colleen Oakes for a writing workshop focused on writing villains to terrify and heroes to inspire. Pizza will be provided for creative inspiration. Appropriate for adults and teens.
Join us for a panel discussion with local authors Mario Acevedo, Colleen Oakes, Len Vlahos, Rachel Weaver and Betsy Dornbusch on The Great American Read. The Great American Read is an eight-part series from PBS that explores and celebrates the power of reading, told through the prism of America’s 100 best-loved novels as chosen in a national survey. Visit pbs.org/the-great-american-read for the complete list. Gain insights into modern American literary taste, then engage in smaller group discussions to share stories with our panelists and fellow community members about novels that have impacted your life. Light refreshments will be served. Appropriate for adults and teens. No online registration necessary.
Travel Colorado with renowned ski mountaineer and author Dr. Jon Kedrowski. Learn more about the best ski descents the state has to offer. Kedrowski will discuss preparation, gear selection, planning, and analysis of weather and snowpack for skiing in the backcountry. Hear exciting first-hand stories from the Colorado wilderness, and get inspiration for adventures of your own. Dr. Jon Kedrowski is a Colorado native who has climbed to the top of Mount Everest and has been featured on Dateline NBC, the Discovery Channel, CBS and CNN. No online registration necessary.
