Sat., April 23, 2:00, Downtown Library

Join outdoors journalist James Mills for an illustrated talk about making wilderness recreation more inclusive, inspired by his book about the first all-African American team of climbers to take on Denali. Mills has solo summited Mount Whitney and was just named a Yosemite Centennial Ambassador. Read more.

On April 9, Eliot Treichel (shown) discusses his novel for teens and adults, A Series of Small Maneuvers, about grief, family, and the healing power of nature. Lynn Ash's Vagabonda shares tales of solo camping in the West on April 16. On April 20, Bill Sullivan presents an illustrated talk about Oregon Coast hikes, featuring new trails he sought out for the latest edition of his 100 Hikes series.

That's April 10 - 16. Of course, Eugeneans celebrate year-round, voting last fall to expand library services. We're getting ready to provide more open hours, events, and technology starting July 1, including hiring new staff. It's also National Volunteer Week: please join us in a standing ovation for our terrific team of volunteers who make it possible for your Library to do more for you every day!