Library Lecture Series While we don't yet have a library building in which to host cultural events, the library can still serve in this traditional fashion by sponsoring a lecture series in Ester's nearby community space, Hartung Hall. The lecture series focuses on writers, artists, adventurers, scholars, entrepreneurs, musicians, craftspeople, and colorful characters from, visiting, or of interest to Ester. Admission is free; donations are encouraged—and very much appreciated. Upcoming speakers for the 2012 forum includes Ross Coen, Mike Emers, Peter McRoy, Tom Zimmer and Susan Willsrud, Matt Nolan, Trish Wurtz, and others. Dates and times for each speaker will be announced. The JTEL Events & Programs Committee is responsible for organizing speakers and lectures. The forum is held in Hartung Hall, Main Street & Ester Loop, Ester, at 7 pm on the third Wednesday of the month. Parking and beverages are available at the nearby Golden Eagle Saloon. Next speaker: Ross Coen: The Long View: Dispatches on Alaska history Wednesday, March 16, 2012 Book signing and talk on Alaska history
Previous speakers: "A Long and Lustrous Winter" "Images of China" "All is Well": The Life, Death, and Diary of a Backcountry Pioneer A Trip Through the Aleutians "Criticism, Craft, and Concept in Contemporary Art" Jamie Smith on Sequential Art The Panchatantra Passive Houses in Alaska "Otherwise, there is nobody." The fate of the people of Attu Island A History of Ester, Alaska Oil Taxation "Predator Control" and other Alaska political commentary "Long Distance Animal Navigation: How do insects, birds, and fish do it?" | |||
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