A keeper of books

It wasn't just books and reading yesterday when Wendy Wendt direct or the Grand Forks Public Library spoke during Literary Lunches. She offered encouragement and advice to students.

"As you're thinking about your careers, think about what you really like to do," she said.  Wendt liked to read as a child but never thought anyone could work in a library, something she now does and loves.

Wendt read from The Last Book in the Universe by Rodman Philbrick, an author perhaps best known for Freak the Mighty.

And Wendt highlighted upcoming events such as The Big Read with an appearance by Tim O'Brien and a discussion with Lois Lowry about her book Crow Call. Students might be familiar with Lowry because of her book The Giver.

Take a look below at the scheduled events:

Great Conversation withTim O'Brien
Award-winning author, Tim O'Brien, will be appearing in Grand Forks to discuss his book, "The Things They Carried"
Event Location: Chester Fritz Auditorium, Grand Forks, ND 58201-6324

Date: Thu, Oct 14, 2010
Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Book: The Things They Carried

Kids' Big Read Book Discussion of "Crow Call" by Lois Lowry

Story time for children of all ages. Features "Crow Call" by Lois Lowry, the story of a young girl who is reunited with her father after he has been away on military service for an extended time.
Event Location: 2110 Library Circle, Grand Forks, ND 58201-6324

Date: Sat, Oct 16, 2010
Time: 2:00pm – 2:30pm

Book: The Things They Carried