Expand AllClick here for a more accessible versionLet's Talk Beer! - May 2021
It's no secret - Pennsylvania loves beer; the state ranks first in the nation for the number of barrels produced, and the state's brewers, breweries, and beers all have interesting stories to tell.
Join author Alison Feeney as she discusses stories featured in her book "For the Love of Beer" and all things barley and hops.
"For the Love of Beer" examines Pennsylvania's brewing history, geography, and cultural richness while highlighting over 100 of the states thriving craft breweries. From long-lasting breweries that survived Prohibition, to the most recent openings with upscale food and cutting-edge technology, this book describes how craft breweries in Pennsylvania have something to offer everyone.
Book Talk with Author Phaedra Patrick - April 2021
This is a recording of the virtual book discussion with Phaedra Patrick, author of The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper, who discussed her book and answered questions from the virtual audience on April 7, 2021.
The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper was the "One Book, One Community" selection for York, Dauphin, Perry, and Cumberland Counties for Spring 2021. Phaedra Patrick is the international bestselling author of several books, including The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper, which has been translated into over twenty languages worldwide. Film rights for The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper have been optioned in the United States by a major Hollywood production studio. A USA Today bestseller, the novel was awarded the Prix des Lectrices 2017 in France, and was a top ten Audible audiobook in the US. It also reached top three on the Apple iBooks chart.
Publisher's Bindings - April 2021
Virtually explore the vaults of the State Library of Pennsylvania!
This is the first in a series of virtual programs about Rare Books. Watch Michael Lear, the State Library’s Rare Collections Librarian, as he delves into topics on book preservation and history. Each session will highlight an aspect of items protected within the vaults of the State Library of Pennsylvania.
Session One: “Publishers' Bindings”
This session features a discussion on the end of the hand-binding era and the emergence of publisher designed and produced edition bindings in the early-19th century. Mr. Lear will discuss the evolution of styles and methods used to produce 19th-century publishers' bindings between 1830-1930.
Exploring Your Roots - A Presentation on Genealogy - March 2021
Curious about your ancestors? This recorded presentation features Amy and Kathy, expert librarians at the State Library of Pennsylvania who have over 15 years of genealogy experience. This presentation is for adults who would like to learn the basic steps of researching your family history and connecting with your ancestors. This presentation will help you discover tips and tricks to find your elusive family members, engage with the experts with your own genealogy questions, and learn how to organize your family history and conduct family interviews. By the end of the presentation, you will learn how to start a family tree and formulate your own research strategy using various digital resources.
A recording of the session can be accessed on YouTube.
18th Century Books - January 2021
Enjoy this presentation from Michael Lear, the State Library's Rare Collections Librarian, as he delves into topics on book preservation and history. This presentation gives an overview of the 18th-century book in America from British imports to American-printed works and the role of the printer, bookbinder, and bookseller. Technology and production methods are discussed including paper making, printing, and binding. Examples from the State Library's collection are shown.
“Out in Central Pennsylvania” – August 2020
This session featured William Burton and Barry Loveland speaking about and sharing passages from their book
Out in Central Pennsylvania: The History of an LGBTQ Community.
A recording of the session can be accessed
on YouTube.
“When Candy Goes to War” – August 2018
This session featured guest presenter Curtis Vreeland, who spoke about the morale-boosting and peacemaking power of sweets in times of conflict.
A recording of the session can be accessed
on YouTube.
“The 100th Anniversary of the 1918 Armistice” - December 2018
This session featured guest presenter Michael Neiburg, chair of War Studies at the United States Army War College in Carlisle, PA.
A recording of the session can be accessed
on YouTube.
One Hundred Voices: Harrisburg's Historic African American Community, 1850-1920
This session features the authors and creators of the One Hundred Voices Monument describing their work to commemorate the Fifteenth and Nineteenth Amendments by establishing a new monument in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
A recording of the session can be accessed on YouTube.