History meets the present at BPL

History meets the present at BPL

We have some really wonderful programs coming up in our Main Reading Room on Saturdays at 1:00 through the end of September. Join us Saturday the 14th for Paul St. Cyr, local author who has written two historical novels based on the journey of a Confederate soldier. Alex Myers will be here on the 21st to discuss stories of transgender identity and contribution to American history, from the Revolutionary War to today. Finally, Stan Cohen will be here on the 28th presenting Women in the American Civil War, having been inspired by the contributions of women as he did extensive research into American Civil War history.

Each of these presentations is an opportunity to explore issues of gender, choice, loyalty, and courage that are as relevant today as they have ever been. Pre-registration is requested, light refreshments will be served at each event.

 

Paul St. Cyr will be here this Saturday

Paul St. Cyr will be here this Saturday

Paul St. Cyr, the third author in our series, currently resides in Westbrook, Maine and writes on the “American Civil War as more than battles in well-known locations, but as stories of common men and women who demonstrated the dedication, determination, and true grit of common men and women.” His two novels, Innocent Pride and Aftermath, capture the story of a young Confederate soldier’s journey.

Please join us Saturday, September 14, 1-2:30. Pre-registration requested but not required.