Events Calendar

Join us for an evening with John T. Edge, host of the Emmy Award-winning television show TrueSouth and author of The Potlikker Papers: A Food History of the Modern South. John T. Edge will be discussing his new memoir House of Smoke: A Southerner Goes Searching for Home with author George Singleton. Meet us for this exciting event at Hub City Bookshop on September 30th at 6 PM.

**NOTE** Your ticket includes a copy of the book.

Raise a glass to more than 60 of country music’s biggest hit albums with this spirited collection of music and mood-setting drink recipes—a delightful companion to the bestselling listening party guide, Booze & Vinyl. Features more than 100 cocktail recipes! If you love cocktails and country music, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with André Darlington!

The captivating new historical novel from Madeline Martin, set in Victorian London, tracing the lives of four women and the clandestine book club that frees them from the constraints of their husbands and homes. If you love Kate Quinn and Marie Bostwick, you do not want to miss Lunch & Lit with Madeline Martin for The Secret Book Society!

Internationally recognized speaker and workforce strategist Kamber Parker Bowden’s debut book, “The Generational Advantage,” delivers practical tips for developing strong, multigenerational teams.

Parker Bowden will be visiting M. Judson from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 4 for a Saturday popup. She will be discussing her business insights and sharing details about her book.

This book is built on more than 10,000 interviews and over 50,000 hours of research, translating real-world insights into practical action items for business leaders. “The Generational Advantage” covers how to attract and retain top talent in a shifting labor market, bridge communication gaps across generational and technological divides, and turn workplace friction into collaboration and measurable business growth.

Back by popular demand, the third Annual Mountain Monarch Festival will be at Gorges State Park in Sapphire on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This free event, hosted by the park and sponsored by the Friends of Gorges State Park and other partners, will celebrate the monarch butterfly during its migration and raise awareness about the species’ declining numbers. The park lies along the monarchs’ migratory route. The butterflies can be seen in early October each year flying over the park, heading south to the high-elevation fir forests in central-southern Mexico’s Volcanic Belt, where they overwinter until early spring.

The festival will offer educational programs and exhibits as well as children’s crafts, face painting by Brevard College cheerleaders, a butterfly hike, and a Monarch Migration Passport to guide visitors through the activities. The featured speakers will be Heyward Douglas, an entomologist who is a former naturalist and has served on the Foothills Trail Conservancy’s board of directors since 1989, who will talk about visiting the wintering area for the monarchs in Mexico, and Brian Bockhahn, interpretation and education specialist for North Carolina State Parks, who will discuss “Monarch Life Cycle and Tagging.”

The event, activities and programs are free and open to the public. The event will be held rain or shine and is first-come, first-served. For event details, visit https://www.friendsofgorges.org

Join us for a free In Conversation event with author Daniel Miyares to hear about his latest book, How To Say Goodbye In Cuban!

Kamber Parker Bowden, CEO and founder of Generational Performance Solutions and Furman University alumna is an expert on labor-related issues with more than 50k hours of research on the subject. Her debut book, “The Generational Advantage,” compiles Parker Bowden’s research and insights to deliver practical tips for today’s workforce.

Parker Bowden will be visiting the Bell Tower Bookstore from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7 for a signing and author meet and greet. She will also be discussing her business insights and sharing details about her book.

“’The Generational Advantage’ addresses an issue that has plagued work environment throughout time—generational divides,” said Elizabeth Davis, President of Furman University. “Rather than lamenting generational differences, Kamber encourages and educates leaders to use such differences to enhance the workplace and ultimately business outcomes.”

There are places on earth where nature’s powers gather. Girls raised there are bequeathed strange gifts. A few have powers so dark that they fear to use them. Such a place is Wild Hill, on the tip of Long Island. For centuries, the ghost of a witch murdered by colonists claimed the beautiful and fertile Wild Hill…until a young Scottish woman with strange gifts arrived. Sadie Duncan was allowed to stay. If you love Emilia Hart and Roshani Chokshi, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with Kirsten Miller for The Women of Wild Hill!

Book and Lyrics by Sarah Hammond, Music by Will Aronson
Based on the Pete the Cat series of books by Kimberly and James Dean

For Pete the Cat, life is an adventure no matter where you wind up. So the minute the groovy blue cat meets The Biddles, he gets the whole family rocking – except for young Jimmy Biddle, the most organized second grader on planet Earth! But when Jimmy draws a blank in art class during the last week of school, it turns out Pete is the perfect pal to help him out. Join Jimmy and Pete on a musical adventure this crowd-pleasing musical based on the hit book series.

Internationally recognized speaker and workforce strategist Kamber Parker Bowden’s debut book, “The Generational Advantage,” delivers practical tips for developing strong, multigenerational teams.

Parker Bowden will be visiting Barnes & Noble at Greenridge from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 12 for a signing and author meet and greet. She will also be discussing her business insights and sharing details about her book.

This book is built on more than 10,000 interviews and over 50,000 hours of research, translating real-world insights into practical action items for business leaders. “The Generational Advantage” covers how to attract and retain top talent in a shifting labor market, bridge communication gaps across generational and technological divides, and turn workplace friction into collaboration and measurable business growth.

Join us at M. Judson for a free In Conversation event with poet Garrett Ashley for his new book, A Field Guide of North American Trees!

Stop by M. Judson for a free pop up with local author Kathryn Rountree and her new children’s book, Fudgie’s Afraid of the Dark!

ABOUT THE BOOK:

In Fudgie’s Afraid of the Dark, young Fudgie is left home with quirky Mrs. Shivers and her grumpy cat. Fudgie’s fear of the dark turns into a magical journey when she meets Salem, a theatrical black cat. Together they attend a magical talent show with a cast of unique characters. When thieves threaten the show, it’s up to Fudgie and Salem to save the day, transforming Fudgie’s fear into a thrilling adventure.

An epic, soaring coming-of-age story, All the Colors of the Dark shows the cost of keeping things hidden, how love can grow stronger over the years, about what lurks in the shadows of obsession and the blinding light of hope. If you love Jodi Picoult and Kristin Hannah, you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with Chris Whitaker!

Join us for a free In Conversation event with author and activist Omkari Williams to discuss her new book, Micro Activism: How You Can Make a Difference in the World (Without A Bullhorn)!

Stop by M. Judson for a free pop up with local author Kimalee Finelli and her new book, Under Authority!

ABOUT THE BOOK:

A powerful Reverend with a hidden agenda. A blind and fearful congregation. In this unusual account of Kate Elliot’s experience as a victim of a manipulative church leader, Kate arrives home in Twin River’s Junction after a long absence. As phantoms from long ago emerge, she must return to the place where it all began. Will Kate be able to face her tormented past and find the answers she’s looking for along with the courage to forgive?

This is a one-hour immersive ceremony where sound and skin art unfold in real time.

As Callie Adams plays crystal singing bowls live, the space is filled with vibration and intention. Henna artist Art Nehart tunes into the energy, creating intuitive designs flowing like vines across the skin.

You may choose to receive henna or simply rest in the sonic field.
All participants are held in a space of beauty, breath, and belonging.

To preserve the intimacy of this offering, advance registration is required.
Henna adornment is limited and walk-ins are not available.

A cozy romantic fantasy novel for fans of Legends and Lattes and Assistant to the Villain, with friends-to-lovers, small-town setting and baby dragons. This friendship is going up in flames, and you do not want to miss Books Over Drinks with A.T. Qureshi for Baby Dragon Bakery! She will be in conversation with fellow author Beth Revis.

Kardea Brown, the breakout star of Food Network’s hit show Delicious Miss Brown, celebrates the Gullah/Geechee culinary traditions of her family in this spectacular cookbook, Make Do With What You Have, featuring 125 original mouthwatering recipes and gorgeous four-color photos. To celebrate this new cookbook, M. Judson is throwing a dinner party like no other. Your ticket includes entrance to the event, a copy of the book, and a four course meal with wine pairings.

Free admission. This event is a discussion, not an in-character performance. Hughes Main Library and online.

Ernest Hemingway – Novelist, journalist and short story writer,
Hemingway revolutionized all three literary forms, earning him
the 1954 Nobel Prize in Literature. His life was as rebellious and
noteworthy as his writings.

Free admission. This event is a discussion, not an in-character performance. Hughes Main Library and online.

Ernest Hemingway – Novelist, journalist and short story writer,
Hemingway revolutionized all three literary forms, earning him
the 1954 Nobel Prize in Literature. His life was as rebellious and
noteworthy as his writings.