Joanne Zienty at Ford Library at 7 on November 18

Join the first Soon to be Famous Illinois Author Project winner Joanne Zienty in exploring the vital role that libraries play in the lives of readers and their communities. Joanne will present a light-hearted look at libraries she has known and loved, entitled “Adventures in Libraryland,” and will read aloud and discuss her award-winning debut novel The Things We Save. Copies will be available for purchase and Joanne will be happy to inscribe them. 7-8:30 PM at Thomas Ford Memorial Library, 800 Chestnut St. Register online or call 708-246-0520.