Looking forward to Isabel Allende coming to town!

I am proud to say this is the library system for which I work...come one and all - it is absolutely free! Isabel Allende in conversation with Michael Krasny, Thursday, October 11, 2007 Keynote Event

The 2007 selection for the One Book, One Community program is Daughter of Fortune by Isabel Allende. This novel was selected because its themes — immigration, cultural diversity and California history — are directly relevant to our community. We are proud to be hosting Ms. Allende for our keynote event. She will appear in conversation with Michael Krasny, host of KQED's Forum, on Thursday, October 11, 2007 at 7:30 pm at the San Mateo Performing Arts Center. Our first One Book, One Community program was launched last year with The Kite Runner, by Khaled Hosseini. In addition to hosting a personal appearance by the author, the libraries of San Mateo County produced 60 cultural programs and book discussions that explored the themes of the book. During the month of October, Peninsula libraries will produce programs that complement and supply a cultural context for Daughter of Fortune. We will host distinguished speakers, provocative films and other programs that will feature the food, music and art of Chile. All events are free and open to the public. One Book, One Community's ambition is to provide a forum for people in all walks of life to consider the issues that powerful literature can bring to light. Please join us for a fun and enlightening month.