Friends of the Huntington Beach Public Library

Join us for a special Holiday Author Event on Thursday, December 10th at 4pm with Sarah Morgenthaler, author or "Mistletoe & Mr. Right". Northern Exposure meets The Gilmore Girls in this winning mix of two popular elements: Alaska + romantic comedy. The quirky Alaska town of Moose Springs is a fresh and exciting setting for this fun romcom which will leave you feeling like you've stepped into your favorite Hallmark Holiday movie. So, don your most festive holiday gear, or y...our ugliest Christmas sweater, grab a warm glass of holiday wassail (recipe on our website https://www.fotlhb.com/programs--special-events_1.html) and join us for this fun holiday event and start the season off right. We will be giving away fabulous door prizes, including copies of Sarah's books. This is a fun and free event for the whole family that you don't want to miss. Space is limited, register now at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-author-event-with-sara See more

Northern Exposure meets Gilmore Girls in this quirky romantic comedy set in Moose Springs, Alaska. This fun rom-com will leave you feeling as though you've stepped into your favorite Hallmark Holiday Movie! Join us December 10th at 4pm as we celebrate the holiday season with Sarah Morgenthaler and her new book Mistletoe & Mr. Right. Don your favorite festive gear or your ugliest holiday sweater! Door prizes for attendees and a special door prize for members only. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-author-event-with-sara

Mary Anna Evans joins us to discuss her Faye Longchamp archeological mystery series.

Watch our wonderful author talk with proific writer Jan Moran

Join the Friends on Thursday, November 5th at 4PM as we welcome award winning author Jan Moran. Jan is the author of several sweeping, historic 20th century novels as well as fun, relaxing beach reads. Jan is a prolific writer with something for everyone. This is a free event, registration is required and space is limited. Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-author-event-with-jan-

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Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a librarian in the Galapagos Islands? Meet Edgardo Civallero, who studied oceanography and biology prior to answering an international call for librarians to be stationed at the oldest and largest library in the Galapagos. Edgardo was selected from a group of 60 candidates from all across the world and is tasked with managing the library and archive collection at the Charles Darwin Foundation's research station.

Not yet a member? Join us during National Friends of Libraries Week for as little as $15 per year. https://www.fotlhb.com/fotl-membership.html

Greta Boris is the author of 'The Seven Deadly Sins' standalone psychological thrillers that expose the dark side of sunny Southern California. Her stories have been called, atmospheric, twisty and un-put-downable. Join us on November 19th at 4pm for this free virtual even as we talk live via zoom Greta Registration is required and space is limited. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-author-event-with-gret

October 18-24th is National Friends of the Libraries Week. Established by United for Libraries, this week long, nationwide celebration aims to raise awareness of library support groups and educate the public on what we do! We'd like to kick off the week by thanking all of our members, our volunteers, our generous donors and all those who love our library! Your support has made it possible for the Friends of the Huntington Beach Library (FOTL) to provide much needed support to the library over many years. Check back every day this week to learn more about who we are, what we do and how you can help!

Karin Crilly shares her remarkable and inspiring journey moving to a small village in France to live out her dreams at age 78.

We have some great news to share with our Friends, beginning today the Huntington Beach Central Library location is open with 'Grab & Go' services in place for the safety of the community. Modified service hours are: M-Th 9am-1pm and 2pm-6pm... Friday & Saturday from 9am - 1pm Closed Sundays All other branch locations remain closed for now. For more information on the 'Grab & Go' schedule and services available at the Central Library and what you need to know before you go please visit: https://hbpl.libguides.com/digital/express

Join us on Thursday, November 5th at 4pm with our guest, prolific writer Jan Moran. We will discuss all of Jan's latest novels including The Winemaker and The Chocolatier. This is a free event, registration is required. To register please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-author-event-with-jan-

Need a wine country getaway? Join us Thursday, November 5th at 4pm via Zoom as we talk with award winning historical and contemporary fiction author Jan Moran to discuss all her latest works including The Winemakers. This is a free event. Registration begins Friday, October 9th https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-author-event-with-jan-... Absolutely adored THE WINEMAKERS. Beautifully layered and utterly compelling. Intriguing from start to finish. A story not to be missed. Jane Porter, USA Today and NYT Bestselling author of It’s You and The Good Woman Readers will devour this page-turner as the mystery and passions spin out. VERDICT: A solid pick for fans of historical novels combined with a heartbreaking mystery. The Library Journal

Bestselling Author Gregg Hurwitz discusses his Orphan X thriller series and other highlights of his writing career.

Do you like thrillers? Register now for our free virtual author event with bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz, creator the famed Orphan X series and critically acclaimed, New York Times and internationally bestselling author of 20 novels. His novels have been shortlisted for numerous literary awards, graced top ten lists, and have been published in 30 languages. Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-author-event-with-new-