The Friends and Foundation of Albany Public Library hosts regular book reviews, author talks, and special presentations. Mark your calendars, and be sure to register using the links below to join us for our upcoming March events!
Author Talk:
The American Crisis: Chronicling and Confronting the Trump Shitstorm
Tuesday, March 7 • 12:15 to 1:15 p.m.
[For ages 18+] Please join us as Frank S. Robinson, JD, discusses and reads from his book, The American Crisis: Chronicling and Confronting the Trump Shitstorm.
Book Review:
Milkweed Smithereens
Tuesday, March 14 • 12:15 to 1:15 p.m.
“Milkweed Smithereens” by Bernadette Mayer, will be reviewed by Bob Sharkey, poet and member of the board, Hudson Valley Writers Guild.
Book Review:
Ship Ablaze: The Tragedy of the Steamboat General Slocum
Tuesday, March 21 • 12:15 to 1:15 p.m.
“Ship Ablaze: The Tragedy of the Steamboat General Slocum” by Edward T. O’Donnell will be reviewed by Joseph Krausman, poet and long-time member of the Friends of APL.
Book Review:
African American Freedom Journey in New York and Related Sites, 1823-1870: Freedom Knows No Color
Tuesday, March 28 • 12:15 to 1:15 p.m.
[For ages 18+] “African American Freedom Journey in New York and Related Sites, 1823-1870: Freedom Knows No Color” by Harry Bradshaw Matthews, will be reviewed by Roger Green, MLS, retired librarian, NY Small Business Development Center, and board member, FFAPL.
