In the Shadow of Diablo: Mystery of the Great Stone House - Book Talk And Signing With Author Dan Hanel, Saturday, Sept. 16

The Contra Costa County Historical Society invites you to its next Author in the Archives Series on Saturday, September 16th. Author and educator Dan Hanel presents an illustrated talk about his book In The Shadow of Diablo: Mystery of the Great Stone House. Enjoy hearing Dan talk about his novel which alternates between a local teacher’s present day adventure and the historical accounts of the brutal murder of Dr. John Marsh, one of the most important figures in Contra Costa County and California history.

When: Saturday, September 16, 2017 - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Dan’s talk begins at 1:00 pm. Book signing to follow immediately.

Where: Contra Costa County History Center, 724 Escobar Street, Martinez

Details: Admission and parking are free. Refreshments will be served. RSVP is requested by Sept. 12th.

To RSVP, please call (925) 229-1042 or send an email to mkting@cocohistory.org

A $10 donation is suggested at the door. All proceeds benefit the preservation work of the Contra Costa County archives.

About the Author: Dan Hanel has been an educator for over 30 years - as an award winning science teacher receiving the Eukel Teacher Trust award for outstanding teachers of Contra Costa County and named the Distinguished High School Science Teacher for the State of California; as an award winning school administrator serving as a high school Assistant Principal, a Curriculum Coordinator for K-12 Math and Science, and as a Principal of Student Programs for the Contra Costa County Office of Education. He grew up in Richmond, CA and graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Biology. He received a Masters in Education from Cal State University, Hayward. Dan and his wife currently live in Brentwood, CA.