About this Event
Join us for an intimate conversation featuring Susan Straight, acclaimed local author and Distinguished Professor of Creative Writing at the University of California, Riverside, and the Honorable Patricia Lock Dawson, Mayor of Riverside. Both women and their families have deep roots in Riverside and a close connection to the Museum of Riverside, with daughters now carrying that legacy forward in the field.
In-person attendees will receive:
- An autographed copy of Susan Straight’s latest novel, Sacrament
- Refreshments
- A recording of the conversation
- Parking
Streaming attendees will receive:
- An autographed copy of Susan Straight’s latest novel, Sacrament (available for mailing or local pick-up in Riverside)
- A recording of the conversation
The conversation will take place in the Salvatore G. Rotella Digital Library and Learning Resource Center at Riverside City College. A campus map can be found here.
To learn more about Susan Straight's latest novel, Sacrament, visit: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/790530/sacrament-by-susan-straight/
Agenda
🕑: 01:30 PM
Doors Open
🕑: 02:00 PM
Mingle and Refreshments
Info: Enjoy refreshments and have a conversation with Museum of Riverside staff, learn about construction updates, programs, and more!
🕑: 02:30 PM
Conversation Begins
Info: Museum Director Robyn G. Peterson will moderate a thoughtful conversation between two women who have a close connection with Riverside's natural and cultural history, as well as the museum that interprets those stories.
🕑: 03:30 PM
Q&A
Info: Ask questions, or share your own stories, about Riverside as a home and story.
🕑: 04:00 PM
Book Signing
Info: Receive an autographed copy of Susan Straight's latest novel, "Sacrament"
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Salvatore G. Rotella Digital Library and Learning Resource Center, 4800 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 50.00
