Dear Gentle Reader,

We are delighted to welcome back Georgann Eubanks on Saturday, April 12 at 11am for her new book, The Fabulous Ordinary: Discovering the Natural Wonders of the Wild South (and rumor has it we might even have copies of her upcoming collection of poetry, Rural Astronomy). Georgann is a writer, Emmy-winning documentarian, and founder of the TableRock Writers Workshop. In this book, she offers readers a tour of the seasonal joys of ecosystems in the Southeast. Through phenomena, destinations and events, she reveals how plants, mammals, amphibians and insects are managing to persevere despite pressures from human invasion, habitat destruction, and climate change, Whenever Georgann visits, it promises to be quite interesting and fun.

In case you missed last week’s big news, Dr. Abraham Verghese will be here for a ticketed event in the Barn on Wednesday evening June 4th at 7pm for the paperback release of his novel, The Covenant of Water. The ticket is buying a copy of The Covenant of Water from McIntyre’s, Ticket sales have been brisk, and we have not made any mention yet beyond our followers, so do not tarry if you are considering attending.

Book Club Night is back! Join us on Thursday, May 15th at 6:30pm for a fun night swapping titles, staff recs, wine and giveaways. Last fall’s attendees had so much fun that, when asked if they would like to see us meet twice a year, the answer was a resounding yes. To purchase a ticket, click here.

Easter will be here quicker than your grass is growing in your yard. If you need any help crafting a basket, please know we are here to help with books, activity books, and stuffed animals. We have some seriously soft

The Usual Suspects,

Pete, Johanna, Sarah G, Sarah C, Tyler, Amy and Keebe