Meet the Author
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium
A Step Ahead: the Collected Essays of Ron Ciancutti by Ron Ciancutti
Tuesday, March 31
What began as a series of articles for a parks and recreation magazine, has grown into a storehouse of simple wisdom. Ron Ciancutti, the purchasing manager for the Cleveland Metroparks, specializes in appreciating the things we often overlook. His focus is on the here and now. He reminds us that, “all you ever really needed to know is already inside you if you just take the time to remember and draw it out.” Books will be available for sale and signing at the event.
The Search for Lost Habitats by Perry Peskin
Tuesday, April 7
Explore Northeast Ohio locales near and dear to the author’s heart in the search for the natural beauty of the rarest wildflowers. From the expansive wetlands and mature forests of Ashtabula County to the unusual clay banks of the Cuyahoga and Chagrin rivers, witness fragile habitats clinging to life—and even some orchids! Nature photographer and amateur botanist, Perry Peskin, illustrates the wealth of local diversity with photographs from his personal collection. Books will be available for sale and signing after the show.
The Beatles in Cleveland by Dave Schwensen
Tuesday, April 21
Relive the excitement of Beatlemania as John, Paul, George and Ringo visit Cleveland for two of the most out of control concerts in history. Devoted fan Dave Schwensen will take you behind the scenes and on stage with stories, memorabilia and never before published photos. The grand finale of the evening will be the screening of a rare film of the riotous 1966 concert. Books will be available for sale at the show.
Book of Hearts by Mary Lou Ferbert
Tuesday, May 5
Watercolor artist Mary Lou Ferbert shares twenty years worth of personal, hand-painted valentines in this one-of-a-kind collection. Originally created by the artist to pass along pieces of family history and to honor the people and events that hold a special place in her heart, these paintings will appeal to anyone willing to spend a quiet moment reflecting on their spirit and passion. Books will be available for sale and signing at the event. All proceeds from the sale of Book of Hearts will generously benefit the Rehabilitation Program at Lakewood Hospital.
Pepper Martin Mysteries: Night of the Loving Dead by Casey Daniels
Thursday, May 14
Cleveland’s own heiress turned cemetery tour guide has her hands full with hotties and ghosts in the latest Pepper Martin mystery. Will they ever let her rest in peace? The specter of a young woman in a labcoat wants her help. Before the woman died, she worked with a sexy, mysterious doctor who coincidentally once saved Pepper’s life. Labcoat says he’s in danger, but there seems to be more to the story. Devious doctors and obsessive, crazy love soon follows. Books will be available for sale and signing at the event.
Open Borders—America Invaded: A Trilogy by Richard D. Ondo
Thursday, June 4
True sportsmen know that Lake Erie fishing and boating can be dangerous. But who would ever expect a boat filled with terrorists to land in Northern Ohio? Novelist Richard Ondo has recently completed his terrorism trilogy with The Lore of Lake Erie, a dangerous mix of love, violence, mystery and the supernatural? He’ll be on hand to answer your questions and sign copies of his books which will be on sale at the event.
