BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Long Island Authors - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Long Island Authors X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Long Island Authors REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T203000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20251031T191329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T191329Z UID:3451-1762882200-1762893000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Books & Bites: Fire Island Vines DESCRIPTION:We’re back at Fire Island Vines in Bayshore for another exciting evening of Books & Bites with Long Island Authors! \n\n\nBooks & Bites at Fire Island Vines is the ultimate event for book lovers! \nJoin us at Fire Island Vines (FIV) for an evening of meeting our wonderful local Long Island Authors in a fantastic restaurant and winery setting right in the heart of downtown Bayshore. \nFire Island Vines is a wonderful family-owned business with many successful years operating First Glass Wine Tours. They decided to expand their hospitality business to treat everyone who comes to Fire Island Vines as if they were family and to provide a “beyond expectation” experience. Their Tasting & Tap Room will be available at additional cost. \nLong Island Authors Books & Bites Events are becoming the hot place to be to meet local authors from all genres. Don’t miss this night of food and fun. The event is free — register to attend on Eventbrite HERE! \n  URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/books-bites-fire-island-vines/ LOCATION:Fire Island Vines\, 17 East Main Street\, Bay Shore\, NY\, 11706\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Long Island Authors":MAILTO:authors@liauthors.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T193000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250905T151024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T151150Z UID:3349-1762452000-1762457400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Hometown Histories: Local Author Talk with Library Book Club DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member and educator Donna Catapano to discuss her debut work: “Franklin & Eleanor: The Parents of the Modern Day Democrat” and how this power couple’s legacy still affects our political arena today. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/hometown-histories-local-author-talk-with-library-book-club/ LOCATION:Bay Shore/Brightwaters Public Library\, 1 South Country Road\, Brightwaters\, NY\, 11718\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T150000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250905T150648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T150648Z UID:3347-1761483600-1761490800@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:A healing Journey (Poetry Power) DESCRIPTION:Come experience the powers of mental healing through love\, hope and poetry. Join us as we support and honor breast cancer survivors and remember those who fought the good fight and left a legacy. \nMeet our guest speakers and talented poets including Long Island Authors member Cheryl Williams author of A Collection of Poems:  A Journey Through Life and other great books. \nThere will be giveaways\, raffles and refreshments will be served. \nSpace is limited. \nRSVP by September 30th to reserve yours. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/a-healing-journey-poetry-power/ LOCATION:The Inn at Fox Hollow\, 7755 Jericho Turnpike\, Woodbury\, NY\, 11797\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T170000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20251013T185232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T190035Z UID:3411-1760878800-1760893200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Books & Bites: Country Pointe (Private Event) DESCRIPTION:Long Island Authors will be joining the residents of Country Pointe: Plainview for a private Books & Bites event.    Over 40 authors will be in attendance at this beautiful community.   We look forward to helping their community discover the wealth of talent available for their reading pleasure at Long Island Authors.com URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/books-bites-country-pointe-private-event/ LOCATION:Country Pointe: Plainview\, 1427 Old Country Road\, Plainview\, NY\, 11803\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T043000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T173000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250905T145546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T150153Z UID:3345-1759897800-1759944600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Teaching the Roosevelts: Using Nonfiction to Spark Big Ideas in History Classrooms DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, author\, history educator  Molloy alumna\, and Long Island Authors member Donna Catapano shares how her book\, “Franklin & Eleanor: The Parents of the Modern Day Democrat\,” can be used as a classroom tool to explore the evolving world of politics and the social and economic legacy of the Roosevelts. \nParticipants will engage with open-ended unit questions\, historical thinking prompts\, and activity ideas that connect the book’s themes to broader topics in history. Learn how nonfiction texts can foster critical inquiry and make history more engaging for today’s students.   \n  URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/teaching-the-roosevelts-using-nonfiction-to-spark-big-ideas-in-history-classrooms/ LOCATION:Molloy University\, 1000 Hempstead Avenue\, Hempstead\, NY\, 11570\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250905T142144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T160133Z UID:3343-1759053600-1759075200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Hallockville Farm Country Fair DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors founding member Effie Kammenou author of Evanthia’s Gift\,  Chasing Petalouthes\, Waiting for Aegina\, Love by Design\, Love is Worth Fighting for\,  Love is What You Bake of it  as she talks about and sells her books at this fun-filled country fair!  Historial tours\, live music\, activities for children\, vendors and more! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/hallockville-farm-country-fair/ LOCATION:Hallockville Farm\, 6038 Sound Avenue\, Riverhead\, United States\, 11901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T180000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250728T190716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T190716Z UID:3249-1758448800-1758477600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Brooklyn Book Festival DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Author member Meena RD author of Path to Rebirth:  Fight.  Survive. Repeat.  at the Brooklyn Book Festival!  It’s the 20th Anniversary of this Festival and there will more than two hundred local\, international\, debut and iconic authors are presented in panel discussions and book-signings on their outdoor stages and with partner venues.  URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/brooklyn-book-festival/ LOCATION:Brooklyn Borough Hall and Plaza\, 209 Joralemon Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T200000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250905T160033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T160033Z UID:3351-1758393000-1758398400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Greek Elder Care Book Club -- Live interview and book signing DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors founding member Effie Kammenou for the Hellenic-American Project Oral History LIVE interview at our book signing event documenting a live conversation between the author and Dr. Nicholas Alexiou\, Professor of Sociology at Queens College.      6:30 book signing.      7:00 interview. ALL ARE WELCOME. \nTICKETS ARE FREE. For more information call/text 929-289-6222 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/greek-elder-care-book-club-live-interview-and-book-signing/ LOCATION:Thespis Theater\, 25-02 Newton Avenue\, Long Island City\, NY\, 11102\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250814T153634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T175153Z UID:3312-1757775600-1757779200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Meet the Voices behind the Audiobook DESCRIPTION:Long Island Authors member Cheryl Williams will be introducing her Audiobook  A Lesson A Day: A Child’s Way.   The book teaches children valuable lessons in kindness\, patience\, and appreciation of self amongst other things.  There will be giveaways\, free raffles\, and one lucky child will win a copy of the book!  URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/meet-the-voice-behind-the-audiobook/ LOCATION:North Babylon Public Library\, 815 Deer Park Road\, North Babylon\, NY\, 11703\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T140000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250814T154005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T154005Z UID:3313-1756555200-1756562400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Author Reading & Craft Activity DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special afternoon as Long Island Authors children’s book author member Christina Testut reads her inspiring children’s book Embrace Your Features that celebrates self-love\, inner beauty\, and embracing what makes us all unique. \nEvent Highlights:\n*Author reading\n*Create your own affirmation mirror craft.\n*Book signing: Books will be available for purchase \nPerfect for children and families! \nCome be inspired\, get creative\, and leave with a reminder that you are enough\, just as you are. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/author-reading-craft-activity/ LOCATION:The Rams Head Inn\, 108 S. Ram Island Drive\, Shelter Island Heights\, NY\, 11965\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T190000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250814T153220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T153220Z UID:3311-1755234000-1755284400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Fireside Chat DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Irvina Lew to chat about her new book: Forays in France: A Flavorful Memoir.   She will be sharing great stories and personal anecdotes about her many travels to France and French food. She’ll answer questions\, sell and sign books at this iconic Shelter Island resort.   A touch of France for Long Islanders! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/fireside-chat/ LOCATION:The Rams Head Inn\, 108 S. Ram Island Drive\, Shelter Island Heights\, NY\, 11965\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T130000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250728T185709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T185806Z UID:3248-1754737200-1754744400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Meet Firefighter Charlie DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Author member Vincent E. Timmons as he hosts a meet up with Firefighter Charlie and read along with his fire safety tips from his books Firefighter Charlie and A Firefighters Christmas. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/meet-firefighter-charlie/ LOCATION:Barnes & Noble — Huntington\, 301 Walt Whitman Road\, Huntington\, NY\, 11746\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T180000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250728T190904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T190904Z UID:3239-1753462800-1753466400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Shelter Island Story Time and Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Joseph L. Licari at this special children’s event.  Enjoy an exciting reading and interactive workshop featuring the author of Mia’s Mouses and Mia’s Marvelous Farm Adventure\, complete with puzzles and worksheets. His books will be for sale\, and he will be available for book signings and photos immediately following. Perfect for kids 5-10 — bring the family for a day on Shelter Island! \nReserve your spot today!  Call (631) 749-0811 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/shelter-island-story-time-and-workshop/ LOCATION:The Rams Head Inn\, 108 S. Ram Island Drive\, Shelter Island Heights\, NY\, 11965\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T203000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250711T192551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T192551Z UID:3230-1753378200-1753389000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Books & Bites: Long Island Authors Event at Fire Island Vines DESCRIPTION:Books & Bites at Fire Island Vines is the ultimate event for book lovers! \nJoin us at Fire Island Vines (FIV)  for an evening of meeting our wonderful local Long Island Authors in a fantastic restaurant and winery setting right in the heart of downtown Bayshore.       \nFire Island Vines is a wonderful family-owned business with many successful years operating First Glass Wine Tours.   They decided to expand their hospitality business to treat everyone who comes to Fire Island Vines as if they were family and to provide a “beyond expectation” experience. Their Tasting & Tap Room will be available at additional cost. \nLong Island Authors Books & Bites Events are becoming the hot place to be to meet local authors from all genres.   Don’t miss this night of food and fun. The event is free — register to attend on Eventbrite HERE. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/books-bites-long-island-authors-event-at-fire-island-vines/ LOCATION:Fire Island Vines\, 17 East Main Street\, Bay Shore\, NY\, 11706\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Long Island Authors":MAILTO:authors@liauthors.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T150000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250709T201547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T201547Z UID:3227-1753185600-1753196400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Children's Book Author Expo DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Christina Testut\, author of Embrace Your Features\, along with many other Children’s Book Authors for the 2nd Annual Children’s Book Author July Expo! It’s FREE Admission. There will be author readings\, free face painting\, raffles and more. Hope to see you there! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/childrens-book-author-expo-2/ LOCATION:American Legion Post 1066\, 66 Veterans Blvd.\, Massapequa\, NY\, 11758\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T170000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250709T202548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T202548Z UID:3228-1752926400-1752944400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:The Write Women Book Fest 2025 DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Renee RD at this exciting festival.   She will be attending as a virtual author. \nDay 1: Author Signing for Readers and Book Lovers (12-5pm)    \nDay 2: Author Panels and Writing Workshops (2-4pm) \n\nOver 100 authors of a variety of genres tabling\, signing\, selling their books.  \nLive Poetry all day.\nChildren’s Room with YA and Children’s Authors!\nRaffles\, giveaways\, and swag.\nMeet Narrators and BookTubers!\nLive poetry\, story times\, publishers!\nBuy books right from the authors & get them signed!\n\nTo purchase tickets or more info. go to:\nwww.thewritewomenbookfest.org URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/the-write-women-book-fest-2025/ LOCATION:Comfort Inn Conference Center\, 4500 Crain Highway\, Bowie\, MD\, 20716\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T143000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250529T150721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T185753Z UID:3182-1751200200-1751207400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:A Celebration of Words -- Book Launch Event DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate a 3-year sonnet love affair with Long Island Authors member Blupoetres\, as she launches her latest book\, Call Her Woman and Bend the Knee: A Heroic Crown of Sonnets. \n*Please Pre-Order the book and bring it with you (limited books will be sold on site) \n*Register in advance and secure your ticket: https://buy.stripe.com/4gMaEZ0td4mJbGIgH7fw401 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/book-launch-event/ LOCATION:Walt Whitman Birthplace\, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road\, Hunting Station\, NY\, 11746\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T140000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250521T124107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T124137Z UID:3161-1749290400-1749304800@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:EMPOWERHER! DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Author member\, Christina Testut\, for an inspiring day connecting with incredible women across Long Island and discovering ways to empower yourself and uplift others. \nGirl Scouts\, friends\, and family will experience amazing activities\, such as speaking with women about their careers\, seeing dynamic performers\, exploring a marketplace of women-owned businesses\, meditating with a yoga session\, and more. Bring your lunch or purchase food from our trucks/carts/vendors. \nChristina Testut is honored to have a vendor table for her award winning children’s book\, Embrace Your Features. Come stop by and learn more about her book and its message. Hope to see you there! Open to the public. \nAll are welcome!\nPurchase your ticket here- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/empowerher-tickets-1302218082339 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/empowerher/ LOCATION:Camp Edey\, 1500 Lakeview Avenue\, Bayport\, NY\, 11705\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T130000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250521T123723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T123723Z UID:3159-1749207600-1749214800@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Meet & Greet Book Signing and Read Aloud DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Renée Greene-Murphy\, author of Your Heart’s Voice. \nCome say hello\, grab a signed copy\, and discover the heart behind this inspiring children’s book that helps young readers listen to their intuition and build emotional awareness. \nPerfect for parents\, educators\, and little book lovers! \nWe can’t wait to meet you! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/meet-greet-book-signing-and-read-aloud/ LOCATION:Barnes & Noble — Huntington\, 301 Walt Whitman Road\, Huntington\, NY\, 11746\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250529T172046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T172046Z UID:3181-1748768400-1748793600@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Smithtown Day Festival DESCRIPTION:Long Island Authors will be enjoying a wonderful Sunday outdoors with a booth at the Smithtown Day Festival!   Food\, vendors\, pet friendly and fun for all ages.   Stop by and say “The Plot Thickens” and receive a special gift for stopping by!  (While supplies last.)  Great day with the family — something for everyone 🙂 URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/smithtown-day-festival/ LOCATION:Smithtown Day Festival\, Main Street\, Smithtown\, NY\, 11787\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T233000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250509T204919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T204919Z UID:3139-1747821600-1747870200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Creative Writing Workshop DESCRIPTION:Sign up for a four session virtual workshop on Creative Writing/Journaling offered by Long Island Authors member Linda Williams\, Certified Book Coach and author of Success on your Knees.      \nRegistration is required at  www.westburylibrary.org URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/creative-writing-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250509T204234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T204234Z UID:3137-1747566000-1747584000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Gold Coast Book Fair - Oyster Bay DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Joseph L Licari and other local authors at the Gold Coast Book Fair on Saturday May 17th at the LIU Post campus in Brookville\, and again on Sunday May 18th in Downtown Oyster Bay. This is the biggest literary weekend in our area! And new this year\, look for Joseph and other authors at the dedicated children’s pavilion\, with a schedule of events and programming for kids of all ages. The fair also has an outdoor marketplace\, vendor booths\, games\, arts and crafts\, and more! You don’t want to miss this! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/gold-coast-book-fair-oyster-bay/ LOCATION:Downtown Oyster Bay\, Audrey Avenue\, Oyster Bay\, NY\, 11771\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T151500 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250509T203630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T203630Z UID:3135-1747490400-1747494900@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Gold Coast Book Fair Forum DESCRIPTION:Experience the vibrant spirit of Long Island’s poetry scene with a special screening of Poetry In Motion directed by Gregory Cioffi. The film captures local poets reciting their original poetry in nature at Hempstead Lake State Park and the Lido Beach Passive Nature Preserve\, and gives an accessible look into the thoughts and insights of the poet. Following the screening\, join featured poets André Williams a.k.a. Uncle Dre\, Jessica M. Payes for a live discussion and Q&A led by Long Island Authors member Paula Curci\, co-producer of the film and founder of the Acoustic Poets Network® LLC. \nAUTHORS: Paula Curci\, Jessica M. Payes and André Williams (a.k.a Uncle Dre.) \nInformation Table: Andre Williams will also have a table at the fair under: OLD LIONS LLC \nBook Signing: 2:45PM – Gold Coast Cinema\, Hillwood Commons \nhttps://www.goldcoastforum.org/fair-saturday-schedule/poetry-in-motion URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/gold-coast-book-fair-forum/ LOCATION:LIU Post\, 720 Northern Blvd.\, Brookville\, NY\, 11548\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T170000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250509T203905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T204344Z UID:3136-1747476000-1747501200@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Gold Coast Book Fair at LIU Post DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Joseph L Licari and other local authors at the Gold Coast Book Fair at the LIU Post campus in Brookville\, and again on Sunday May 18th in Downtown Oyster Bay. This is the biggest literary weekend in our area! And new this year\, look for Joseph and other authors at the dedicated children’s pavilion\, with a schedule of events and programming for kids of all ages. The fair also has an outdoor marketplace\, vendor booths\, games\, arts and crafts\, and more! You don’t want to miss this! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/gold-coast-book-fair/ LOCATION:LIU Post\, 720 Northern Blvd.\, Brookville\, NY\, 11548\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250509T203336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T203336Z UID:3134-1746878400-1746892800@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Spring Farm Festival DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a day of family fun at the Smithtown Historical Society’s historic farmhouse! Long Island Authors member Joseph L Licari will be sharing his latest book\, Mia’s Marvelous Farm Adventure\, on the farm! Meet the animals\, enjoy kids’ crafts\, buy books and farm-themed crafts\, dance to live music\, pet furry friends – and so much more! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/spring-farm-festival/ LOCATION:The Smithtown Historical Society\, 239 E Main Street\, Smithtown\, NY\, 11787\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250304T175635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T175755Z UID:2976-1746273600-1746288000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:MastiCon 2025 DESCRIPTION:Long Island Authors member Michael Thomas Perone will be attending the community comic con MastiCon at The Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Public Library where he’ll be selling discount copies of his books Danger Peak\, Déjà View\, and The Electric God and Other Shorts. Come stop by to enjoy the event’s other exciting vendors\, have a chat\, and get your book(s) signed! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/masticon-2025/ LOCATION:Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Public Library\, 369 Neighborhood Road\, Mastic Beach\, NY\, 11951\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T180000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250310T204441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T204441Z UID:3016-1745654400-1745690400@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:LA Times Festival of Books DESCRIPTION:Long Island Authors member Nash Hudson will be a featured author at the 30th anniversary celebration of the 2025 LA Times Festival of Books with copies of his award-winning book\, Undertow. The LA Times Festival of Books on the campus of USC\, Los Angeles. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/la-times-festival-of-books/ LOCATION:USC Los Angeles Campus Event\, 3551 Trousdale Pkwy\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90089\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T203000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250424T153219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T153219Z UID:3104-1745607600-1745613000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Poetry Reading and Open Mic DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors Member Cheryl Williams aka Bluepoetres & Company for Poetry Appreciation Month.    Wonderful night of poetry and connections!  Click here to sign up: https://www.cafeconlibrosbk.com/event-info/poetry-appreciation-month-featuring-blupoetres-company URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/poetry-reading-and-open-mic/ LOCATION:Cafe con Libros\, 724 Prospect Place\, Brooklyn\, 11216\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T120000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250304T174739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T174739Z UID:2975-1744624800-1744632000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Mia's Mouses Library Reading Program about Plural Nouns DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Joseph Licari as he reads his first book “Mia’s Mouses” during this library session.   Then an interactive workshop will follow designed for children ages 5-9. My workshop includes fun and educational activities that align with the themes of the book\, helping to reinforce the learning experience in an enjoyable manner. URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/mias-mouses-library-reading-program-about-plural-nouns/ LOCATION:Connetquot Public Library\, 760 Ocean Avenue\, Bohemia\, NY\, 11716\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250413T160000 DTSTAMP:20260525T033755 CREATED:20250310T202031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T202031Z UID:3013-1744556400-1744560000@www.longislandauthors.com SUMMARY:Poetry Readings DESCRIPTION:Join Long Island Authors member Cheryl Williams as she shares some of her published books with her audience.   There will be raffles and giveaways.  Fun for the whole family!! URL:https://www.longislandauthors.com/event/poetry-readings/ LOCATION:North Babylon Public Library\, 815 Deer Park Road\, North Babylon\, NY\, 11703\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR