Best Selling Author James Patterson talks “James Patterson” to Packed Library Forum
WestportLocal.com photosThe Westport Library was packed tonight as hundreds, both in the Trefz Forum and streaming online, listened to authors Nina Sankovitch and James Patterson discuss Patterson’s memoir: “James Patterson by James Patterson.” The duo discussed his life and experiences as he ventured from “a boy from small-town New York to the world’s most successful writer.” The free event by the Westport Library included a meet and greet when he also signed pre-purchased copies of the novel.
Patterson: James Patterson is the world’s bestselling author. His enduring fictional characters and series include Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, Michael Bennett, Maximum Ride, Middle School, and Ali Cross, along with such acclaimed works of narrative nonfiction as Walk in My Combat Boots, E.R. Nurses, and his autobiography, James Patterson by James Patterson. Bill Clinton (The President Is Missing) and Dolly Parton (Run, Rose, Run) are among his notable literary collaborators. For his prodigious imagination and championship of literacy in America, Patterson was awarded the 2019 National Humanities Medal. The National Book Foundation presented him with the Literarian Award for Outstanding Service to the American Literary Community, and he is also the recipient of an Edgar Award and nine Emmy Awards. He lives in Florida with his family.
Sankovich: Nina Sankovitch is the author of several nonfiction books, including American Rebels and The Lowells of Massachusetts. She has written for the New York Times, the Huffington Post as a contributing blogger, and was formerly a judge for The Book of the Month Club. A graduate of Tufts University and Harvard Law School.
Westport Pride: 2nd Annual Pride Celebration this Saturday “Not to be missed”
Westport Pride Press Release: Westport Pride’s third in person event for 2022 is not to be missed! The entire community is invited to celebrate Westport’s second-ever Pride Celebration.
The rally will feature a select group of community speakers, performers, local clergy as well as political leaders who will gather to celebrate this event. Jen Tooker, Westport Selectwoman, will be issuing a proclamation declaring June Pride Month in Westport. The town will also fly a pride flag on Jesup Green in honor of the event.
In addition, there will be children’s art activities, face painting, hair and makeup, pride merchandise and ‘swag,’ vendors and educational materials on hand.
Details:
Date: June 12, 2022, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine. Speeches will begin promptly at 1 p.m. in the order listed, followed by performances by local students and artists.
1:00 p.m. – Opening remarks by Westport Pride Founder Brian McGunagle*
1:05 p.m. – Jen Tooker, First Selectwoman – Proclamation Announcement
1:10 p.m. –Will Haskell, State Senator to present a citation
1:15 p.m. – 2:55 p.m. – Various Musical Performances and Speakers
3:00 p.m. – Closing blessing and dismissal: Cantor Julia Cadrain, Temple Israel of Westport with Westport/Weston Clergy Association
Place: Jesup Green, Westport, CT, located at Jesup Rd. & Taylor Pl., Westport, CT 06880. Additional parking is available at the Westport Library.
Fire Department: Downtown Garage Fire Causes “Extensive Damage”
Westport Fire Department Press Release:On Monday, June 6, 2022 at approximately 7 pm, Westport Fire Dispatch received a report of a structure fire at 9 Evergreen Ave. The caller reported seeing flames from a building. Upon the arrival of the first engine, they reported a heavily involved detached garage fire. Engine 2 deployed a hose line with the assistance of other firefighters from responding units. The fire was contained to the garage and did not extend to the house. There were several small explosions in the garage that were attributed to normal garage contents and vehicle tires. Firefighters extinguished the fire and checked to make sure there was no remaining hidden fire. The garage sustained extensive damage as did the contents of the garage, including the vehicle parked inside. The scene was turned over to the Fire Marshal’s Office for investigation and all fire units were cleared. There were no reports of civilian or firefighter injuries at the time of this release.
Morning Weather Report
Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. South wind 5 to 15 mph.
Tonight
A chance of showers before 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2am and 4am, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 4am. Low around 64. South wind 9 to 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tomorrow
Showers and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly before 11am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 11am. High near 77. Southwest wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tomorrow Night
Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. South wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.