In celebration of the 2026 Reading Challenge from the Massachusetts Center for the Book, we invite you to join local author Julie Rumrill for an engaging exploration of the many forms a journey cat take-and how writers bring those journeys to life on the page. Through a selection of thoughtfully chosen stories, including her memoir Finding Mary (Red Bird Press, 2021), Julie will encourage you to reflect on your own path of self discovery.

She’ll share insights into the practice of journaling as a tool that deepens our understanding of both personal and collective journeys, and she’ll discuss how grounding ourselves in peaceful external experiences can help cultivate an inner sense of well being. Get yourself a cup of coffee, settle in, and join us for this reflective and inspiring conversation.

Signed copies of Finding Mary will be available for purchase.