PROGRAMMING
Past Programs:
Author Chris Bohjalian with L-R; Ben Blackmon, Library Director; Maureen Cole; Denise Munger; Mark Van Baalen; Foundation Board Memebers
June 2022; Chris Bohjalian author talk: Chris Bohjalian, is a Vermont resident and author of 20 novels. His recent novel, The Lioness, was of much interest to an enthusiastic audience, who jumped on the opportunity to purchase books after Bohjalian’s talk. He rewarded each person with an individualized cartoon in addition to his signature!
September 2022; Lily King author talk: Lily King packed the Rockport Opera House to overflowing and everyone agreed that she was a terrific speaker as well as writer. A natural storyteller, King is the author of 5 award-winning novels and short story collections.
May 2023; Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers presents: “Everybody Loves Pirates!”
July 2023; Bella Musica, Rockport’s Musical Century; The program featured musical performances, projected historical photographs, and narration of the dramatic history of the town as a center of great music and musicians. Featured; Bay Chamber’s current Artistic Director, Manuel Bagorro, pianist, and the organization’s Co-Founder and retired Artistic Director Thomas Wolf, flutist and narrator. This presentation was based on Thomas Wolf’s book, Musical Gifts: How a Maine Fishing Village Became a Center of Great Music.
August 2023; The Petra and Mo Puppet Show
September 2023; Will Shortz; Master Puzzler for the New York TImes.
