In conjunction with the Big Read program, a joint venture of the Everett Public Library and the Sno-Isle Libraries, the public is invited to a theatrical presentation of the Big Read book, “The Things They Carried,” by Tim O’Brien.
The 90-minute free performance takes place from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Everett High School Little Theatre, 2331 Hoyt Ave., Everett.
The book is O’Brien’s chronicles of his Vietnam experiences. The theatrical performance, intended for ages 14 and up, will be followed by a discussion. If you want to read the book first, the libraries have many copies available to check out.
The libraries offer many other opportunities to join in the discussion of the book, including online chats, book club discussions at the libraries, and recommendations of related books and movies. Go to www.sno-isle.org/bigread or www.epls.org/bigread for information about all the events for this month-of-May community read.
Hard study: Author Gary Reiswig shares his families’ participation in studies of the Alzheimer’s gene, and the painful revelations and results they had to contend with at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Third Place Books.
Reiswig’s book, “The Thousand Mile Stare: Our Family’s Journey Through the Struggle and Science of Alzheimer’s,” lists at $22.
Third Place Books is 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. You can call 206-366-3333 for more information about this event. Check their website, www.thirdplacebooks.com, for other author appearances.
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