FREE BOOK FESTIVAL

OCTOBER 8TH10AM-2PM

HAMMOND BRANCH314 East Thomas St.www.tangilibrary.com

Tangi Library

Frank Davis • 12pm-2pmCome on down, ya’ll! Visit with Frank Davis, the notable and widely recognized New Orleans “character” whose effervescent personality and love for Louisana are contagious.

“I have a lot of fun doing what I do,’’ said the resident chef and outdoors director for WWL-TV in New Orleans (CBS). “I like to express that fun to everybody else as well.’’

Don’t miss this great presentation on Louisiana fishing and cuisine! Get your favorite books signed and may even some personal tips on how to create that perfect Louisiana dish!

Louisiana Discovery Dome 10:30am-1:30pmCome explore other planets, stars, stellar objects, planetary orbits, and space distances in this mini planetarium experience. Participants will enter in small groups for a 15 minute session that will challenge their outerspace knowledge while engaging the senses.

MORE FREE ACTIVITIES INSIDE

Join us for a FREE day of FUN for the WHOLE FAMILY

Journey of the Drum” touches on history, geography, science and music, while addressing current social issues that influence a lack of connection within community and on the planet which sustains us. The drum is a natural vehicle for presenting this information; having been used for centuries to create community and connection. Don’t miss this great performance at 10am to kick off a great day at the Tangi Library Free Book Festival!

Discover how to avoid costly pitfalls too many authors make which can even destroy your credibility. Attend Carol Pierce’s opening presentation, “Book Publishing: What Every Author Needs to Know.” Purchase an autographed copy of Wanna Self-Publish to learn even more cost-effective publishing tips.

To learn more about Author Carol Pierce, visit www.jumpnow.com

Journey of the Drum • 10am

Carol Pierce • 10am

Hammond Library314 E Thomas St.

Freeand open to the public.

all

10am-2pm• Free Hamburgers & Hot Dogs• Rotolo’s Pizza Samples and Info• Louisiana Discovery Center Craft Zone• Piper The Pelican Mascot• Author & Illustrator Michael Verrett• Ali the Library Mascot• Free Book Give-a-ways• Blood Donation with Life Share• Blood Pressure & Gluclose Tests by Thriftown Pharmacy• Child ID Kits by New York Life Insurance• Wii Gaming• Pet Adoption• TPL Geneaolgy booth• African American Geneaolgy booth with Antoniette Harrell• Multi-practice clinic - video game bike • Independence Eye Clinic Booth • Sherriff’s Office Child Safety Booth• Author Norman R. Smith• Author Brandon Hebert

Tangi Library Free Book Festival • 10am-2pm

Schedule of Events10am Journey of the Drum Performance10am Carol Peirce - Book Publishing: What Every Author Needs to Know10:30am Louisiana Art & Science Museum: Discovery Dome11am Author David Armond11am Tangi 96.5 Music & Free Give-a-ways12pm Frank Davis Presentation

Thank You to ALL 2011 Tangi Library Free Book Festival

participants!

Authors

Frank DavisCarol Pierce

David ArmondMichael VerrettNorman SmithBrandon Hebert

Entertainment & Information

Louisiana Discovery DomeJourney of the Drum

Hammond Garden ClubLouisiana Children’s Discovery Center

Life ShareThrift Town Pharmacy

Tangipahoa Parish SherriffNew York Life Insurance

Multi-Practice ClinicIndependence Eye Clinic

Genealogy