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You Can Reserve a Spot Now To See Andrew Morton, Biographer to the Royals, When He Speaks in Stamford

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You can reserve a spot now to see Andrew Morton, known for his books about the British royal family, on Tuesday, Nov. 15, when he visits Stamford’s Ferguson Library. Ferguson Library is reserving spots, and Darien Library put out an announcement about it. Here it is:

Darien Library and Ferguson Library invite all British royalty enthusiasts to a special event on this side of the Atlantic that is not to be missed. Biographer Andrew Morton, bestselling author of biographies of the Duke and Dutchess of Windsor, Prince Andrew, Meghan Markle, and, most notably, Princess Diana, will visit Ferguson Library’s Main Library to discuss his latest book, The Queen.

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‘The Good Wife’ Actor Julianna Margulies Visits DCA May 10 to Discuss Her Memoir, Now Out in Paperback

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Actor and author Julianna Margulies will visit the Darien Community Association on Tuesday, May 10 , to celebrate the paperback release of her memoir, “Sunshine Girl: An Unexpected Life.” — an announcement from Darien Community Association and Barrett Bookstore

The evening will include time for Q&A from the audience. A signed copy of Sunshine Girl is included in the ticket price and additional copies will be available at the event, which is co-sponsored by Barrett Bookstore. Before the event begins at 7 p.m., there will be a wine reception, starting at 6:15 p.m., also included in the ticket price. Julianna Margulies will be in conversation with Darien’s Kristen Harnisch, internationally bestselling author of The Vintner’s Daughter and The California Wife, as well as the soon to be published sequel, The Vintner’s Legacy.

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Lisa Steele

Better Cooking With Eggs: Online Discussion Thursday Evening

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Lisa Steele, author of The Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook will talk about expanding your egg repertoire beyond the usual breakfast fare of fried and scrambled in a discussion Thursday evening on Zoom.com. — an announcement from Darien Library

Learn why you should:

—never salt eggs before they finish cooking;

—the best way to hard boil eggs so that they peel easily;

—why you should never beat cold egg whites but should separate eggs while they are still cold; and

—eat the yolk! Curious about using goose, quail, duck, and turkey eggs? Steele has guidance on substituting them in your cooking and baking. Darien Library is hosting the discussion in partnership with Hotchkiss Library and the Essex Public Library.

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Indian American Actor, Writer, Former White House Staffer Speaks March 8 on His Memoir

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Actor, writer and former Obama White House staffer Kal Penn will give a talk Tuesday, March 8 at Greenwich High School Performing Arts Center to launch the India Cultural Center Speaker Series. The speaker series will showcase the impact of South Asian Americans in the U.S. and the world. — an announcement from the India Cultural Center

Penn will discuss his new memoir “You Can’t Be Serious,” which brings the reader a series of candid, hilarious, consequential, and inspiring stories about his life. Best known for his roles in the Harold and Kumar films and the hit TV show House, Penn took a sabbatical from his entertainment career to serve as an associate director in the White House Office of Public Engagement, where he was President Obama’s liaison to young americans, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, and the arts community. After his hiatus in politics, Penn returned to acting, writing, and producing.

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WBZ-TV Meteorologist Eric Fisher

Meteorologist to Discuss His Book, ‘Mighty Storms of New England’ Tuesday Night

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Meteorologist and author Eric Fisher will discuss his book, “Mighty Storms of New England,” in a virtual event Tuesday evening, Jan. 25. — an announcement from Darien Library

Chief Meteorologist for CBS Boston’s WBZ-TV News, Fisher will dive in to the most intense storms that have touched down in New England, from hurricanes to tornadoes to blizzards. Learn about legendary storms that have brought major cities to standstills and changed the landscape in our region. The event is co-sponsored by Darien Library and Barrett Bookstore.

Healthy Living
You Should Leave Now Brie Doyle book and author

Author Discusses New Book About Going on Transformational Personal Retreats

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Discover the advantages of going on a personal retreat with author Brie Doyle, speaking online from 7 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Jan 6 in an event sponsored by Darien Library. In a world where speed, outcomes and achievement rule, and where health means fitting into your skinny jeans, You Should Leave Now: Going on Retreat to Find Your Way Back to Yourself poses a revolutionary wellness solution – transformational personal retreats. — an announcement from Darien Library

Taken once or multiple times a year, a solo retreat is an opportunity to rest, reboot and cultivate the most valuable relationship in one’s life – the relationship with yourself. Brie Doyle, founder of She Glows Retreats, LLC and a mindfulness teacher of over 20 years, shares her vibrant wit and wisdom to take the reader on this ultimate journey to wellness. About the Book
In this time of extraordinary change and transition, You Should Leave Now offers the perfect restorative for emotional well-being.

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Four Bestselling Thriller Authors Speak in Virtual Darien Library/Barrett Bookstore Event

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Start 2022 at the edge of your seat with four bestselling thriller authors— Darien Library and Barrett Bookstore present a virtual evening with Debbie Babitt, author of “Saving Grace;” Lynne Constantine, author of “The Stranger in the Mirror;” Wendy Walker, author of “Don’t Look for Me;” and Hank Phillippi Ryan, author of “Her Perfect Life.” Follow the stories of mysterious disappearances, forgotten pasts, shady characters, and secrets galore at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 12. Register online. — an announcement from Darien Library

What makes a thriller so hot that it gives you the chills?

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Darien Library Tween Book Club event

Booktweens (9 to 12 Years Old) Invited to Read a Mystery, Tell Others What You Think on Dec 29

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Darien Library invites bookworms between the ages of 9 and 12 to join this month’s Tween Book Club. Read any book that falls under the month’s theme, then stop by the virtual book group to chat with fellow book lovers. Share book recommendations, enjoy snacks, and find a safe space to share your thoughts. December’s theme is “M is for Mystery.” Read or listen to a book that centers on a character that has to solve a mystery. This story can be in any format, from chapter books to audiobooks to graphic novels.

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Cooking Simply: Online Presentation From Two Cookbook Authors Thursday Night

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With Thanksgiving around the corner, Darien Library and Barrett Bookstore are presenting an online program that simplifies the art of cooking. Founding editor of New York Times Cooking Sam Sifton and cookbook author Dawn Perry will discuss their latest cookbooks: The New York Times Cooking No-Recipe Recipes and Ready, Set, Cook. Learn how to cook intuitively and confidently, whether you are serving up a regular weekday meal or a holiday feast. — an announcement from Darien Library

This event is co-sponsored by Barrett Bookstore. If you would like to add to your cookbook collection, please visit their website.

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Greg Peters

Learn About America’s National Forests in an Online Presentation Tuesday Evening

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Travel through the United States’ national forests from the comfort of home with author Greg Peters, who will discuss his book, Our National Forests, in a virtual conversation Tuesday evening. From the lowland swamps of coastal Carolina, across the tallgrass prairies of Illinois, to Colorado’s iconic snowy peaks and California’s towering redwood forests, our national forest system is a legacy that belongs to each of us. These beautiful landscapes have a story to tell, and so do the people who help keep them alive and thriving—whether it’s citizen scientists tracking wildlife populations, dedicated members of the Forest Service overseeing sustainable timber harvests, or everyday advocates for responsible usage and equitable access. If You’re Attending … The event runs from 7 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Nov.

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Read Elizabeth Kolbert’s ‘Under a White Sky’ and Discuss It With the Author

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What’s better than a night under a starry sky, by a warm fire, with great food and a good book? Darien Library, Barrett Bookstore, Darien Land Trust, and Darien Nature Center are excited to host a unique book group for Under a White Sky by Elizabeth Kolbert. Join Kiera Parrott, director of Darien Library, at the Darien Nature Center on Oct. 28 for an enlightening discussion. — an announcement from Darien Library

Elizabeth Kolbert’s highly anticipated new book, Under a White Sky, is a powerful and resonant exploration of human innovation.

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Get Inspired to Revamp Your Home: Two Interior Designers Speak Thursday Night

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Interior designer Charlotte Moss and textile guru Lisa Fine will share their expertise on designing private spaces and speak about their latest books, Flowers and Near & Far: Interiors I Love. — an announcement from Darien Library and Barrett Bookstore

This virtual event will take place on Thursday, June 3 at 7 p.m. You can register on Darien Library’s website. About Charlotte Moss

Charlotte Moss is an interior designer, author, and philanthropist. She has designed private residences in the United States and abroad, in addition to collections of carpets, furniture, fabrics, china, and enameled jewelry. She has authored ten books, most recently Rizzoli’s Charlotte Moss Entertains (2018).

Alexandra Andrews
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Two Authors of Emotional Thrillers Interviewed Online Thursday by a Third

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Author Alexandria Andrews’ new novel about a young woman faced with a bizarre career opportunity has been described as “taut, twisty, and unpredictable.” Ashley Audrain’s first novel describes how a mother’s fears about her young child become an awful reality. Darien Library and Barrett Bookstore invite you to an online discussion Thursday with both novelists as they discuss their new books with a third author Wendy Walker. — an announcement from Darien Library and Barrett Bookstore

Andrews and Audrain both have captivating debut novels that readers won’t be able to put down. Join Wendy Walker as she dives into the questions we want answers to!