Township: Author Event with Jamie Lyn Smith

The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County and Kenyon College Office for Community Partnerships will present a reading and author talk with Township writer Jamie Lyn Smith. Library Director John K. Chidester and Kenyon Review Editor Emeritus David H. Lynn will join Smith in conversation about Township, her new collection of short stories.

Saturday, January 29, 2022, 2:00pm via Zoom webinar.

Due to COVID-19 concerns, this event has moved to virtual format. The book signing will be scheduled at a later date in collaboration with Paragraphs Bookstore. Township will be available for checkout at the Main Library after January27th, and can be preordered from Cornerstone Press, Paragraphs Bookstore and the Kenyon Bookstore.

The Library apologizes for any inconvenience to attendees. Existing reservations will be honored, and a Library staff member will reach out to confirm details. For anyone who wishes to make a new reservation, please register here, email knoxwrites1@gmail.com or call (740) 392-BOOK ext. 259.

All Library events are free and open to the public. COVID 19 prevention protocols will be strictly observed at this event. Masks that cover the nose and mouth are required for all attendees, regardless of vaccination status. Seating is limited, and reservations are required. Attendees should note that the Wright Center is fully ADA accessible, and ample street parking is available. For more information, visit the Library's website at http://www.knox.net. For reservations, please email knoxwrites1@gmail.com or call (740) 392-BOOK extension 259.

Time: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm