Who Controls the Ballot Box? The Fight for Federal Control
Tuesday, October 27
5pm PT

Join ProPublica to learn how the Trump administration has dismantled guardrails meant to protect the vote and what it all means for the midterm elections.

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Readers Club: Anthony Horowitz  |  Marble Hall Murders
Thursday, October 29
5pm PT

PBS Books Readers Club welcomes bestselling mystery author Anthony Horowitz to discuss his latest novel and the PBS Masterpiece series Marble Hall Murders.

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PBS Books Presents: Barbara Kingsolver LIVE
Thursday, November 5
5pm PT

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Barbara Kingsolver is coming to PBS Books for an exclusive LIVE virtual event celebrating her highly anticipated new novel, Partita.

Be among the first readers to hear Kingsolver discuss the book she describes as one she has been "waiting her whole life to write." During this special conversation, she'll share the inspiration behind Partita, reflect on her remarkable literary career, and answer questions from readers across the country.

Your donation of $150 includes access to the live virtual event on November 5, 2026, at 5pm PT, a hardcover copy of Partita, and a PBS Books Readers Club mug featuring our new "My Weekend is BOOKED" design.

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Note: If you reserve your ticket between now and the event, you will not receive your copy of Partita before the event.

FREE Estate Planning Workshop
Wednesday, December 2
2pm PT
Presenter: David Seulean & Milan Hanson
Place: Gresham Room, Ashland Library

Join us for a free, 90-minute Estate Planning Workshop led by local attorneys. No sales pitches, no fundraising, just practical, plain-English guidance to help you protect yourself, your family, and what you've built.

What You'll Learn

• Wills vs. trusts — the difference and what you may actually need;

• Powers of Attorney and Healthcare Directives — how to set them up and why they matter;

• Beneficiary designations — how they work and the costly mistakes to avoid;

• Oregon-specific tools, including the POLST form;

• How to get organized and take your next step.

This meeting is not sponsored nor endorsed by the Library.