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Will Hillenbrand
Authors at the Library
Saturday, August 29
11:00am - 2:00pm
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2026-08-29 11:00:00
2026-08-29 14:00:00
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Will Hillenbrand
Bring the whole family to hear from beloved picture book author Will Hillenbrand!
Main Library - Auditorium
Main Library
AuditoriumBring the whole family to hear from beloved picture book author Will Hillenbrand!
Authors at the Library with WILL HILLENBRAND
Saturday, August 29 | 11 a.m.
Auditorium | Main Library | 96 S. Grant Ave.
9 a.m. | Library opens
10 a.m. | Book sale by Cover to Cover
11 a.m. | Author Talk with Will Hillenbrand
11:45 a.m. | Book sale and signing
11:45 a.m. | Bird-related crafts and Audubon passive program
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Will Hillenbrand is a celebrated author and illustrator whose works include 80 picture books for young readers, and his notable achievements and collaborations with renowned writers like Verna Aardema and Jane Yolen showcase his influence in children’s literature and inspire educators and parents alike. As a child, Hillenbrand explored the streets of College Hill/Cincinnati in search of adventure and stories. He has spent most of his life in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he grew up as the youngest of four boys, with childhood routines revolving around the neighborhood, his parents’ barbershop, the Northern Hills Library, playing baseball, and drawing.
He now works in a small Terrace Park studio in the upstairs of his Cape Cod home, which he shares with his wife, Jane, a kindergarten teacher, and their son, Ian, a geologist, who is an avid reader and writer with many published scientific papers, currently doing postdoctoral work at the United States Geological Survey in Denver, Colorado.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Let your curiosity take flight with this nonfiction picture book exploring the world of North American birds from acclaimed author Will Hillenbrand.
Why are feathers so light? Why do woodpeckers drum? What should you do if you find an injured bird? Acclaimed picture book author Will Hillenbrand has the answers that are sure to make readers’ imaginations soar!
In these pages you’ll meet North America’s most fascinating birds, like nature’s drummers (the woodpecker) to its most dynamic dancers (the sandhill crane) and flashiest fliers (the blue jay), and more. Explore the bird’s habitats, and bright, accessible infographics invite readers to experience every part of the birds’ world, from the brown pelican’s seven-plus foot wingspan to the light waves that make bluebirds so blue. In this vibrantly-illustrated nonfiction picture book, the sky’s the limit on what there is to learn.
EVENT DETAILS
The event is free to the public but due to limited seating registration is requested.
Will's books will be sold on site by Cover to Cover.
Columbus Audubon will be on site with informational displays and interactive elements to learn more about our feathered friends. The Audubon will bring a selection of bird biofacts (nests, eggs, skulls, beaks, taxidermized birds, etc.) and a specimen matching game for the audience to explore.
Parking available in Main Library's attached garage, while available.
AGE GROUP: | Families |
EVENT TYPE: | Families | Authors at the Library | Author Visit |
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