WHITE SALMON — A first for White Salmon Valley Library Community Reads Program: Two well-matched books by Pacific Northwest writers.
“Crow Talk,” a novel by Hood River author Eileen Garvin, and nonfiction work “Gifts of the Crow” by University of Washington professor of environmental and forest sciences Dr. John Marzluff and co-author-illustrator Tony Angell, are on the Community Reads roster for four program events in October.
Books were distributed in August. However, check with the White Salmon Valley Community Library to see if any have returned that you can pick up and read. Make sure to return your book to the library.
All programs are free and open to the public. Schedule is as follows:
Art reception — Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. Artwork inspired by one or both books will be on display in the White Salmon library gallery. Music styling by Charles Crosman.
All programs — Thursdays at 6:30 in the White Salmon Valley Community Library Gallery.
Oct. 3, meet author Eileen Garvin, “Crow Talk,” as she presents her latest novel, explores the writing process, discusses finding her voice and answers your questions.
Oct. 10, meet author John Marzluff, “Gifts of the Crow,” as he presents his research on the remarkable brains and behavior of corvids and answers your questions.
Oct. 17, creating corvids: Local artist Jen Smith presents a workshop focused on the creation of crow and raven drawings and paintings. Limited space. Registration required. Call 509-493-1132, visit fvrl.org or register directly online at fvrl.librarymarket.com/community-reads-1.
Oct. 24, “Nature: A Murder of Crows.” Watch a 30-minute PBS episode that explores the life of these remarkable creatures, who use tools, recognize each other’s voices and can make 250 distinct calls.
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Call 509-493-1132 for more information, pick up a brochure at the library or visit fvrl.org.
Crow Talk
Frankie O’Neill and Anne Ryan have little in common. Frankie is a lonely ornithologist struggling to salvage her dissertation. Anne is an Irish musician far from home and family, raising her five-year-old son, Aiden, who refuses to speak. An injured baby crow brings all three lost souls together on a path toward recovery embraced by the healing power of nature.
Gifts of the Crow
Corvids (crows) have their own form of eloquence as they exercise mischief, playfulness, and passion. They also lead us to reflect on their common behaviors with us and other sentient creatures and empower us with a deeper understanding of nature. With Marzluff’s original research on the intelligence and startling abilities of corvids — crows, ravens and jays — Angell’s line drawings and a lively joint narrative, the authors offer an in-depth look at these complex creatures and the traits and behaviors we share.
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