Each year the Library hosts readings, lectures, and discussions by authors and other public figures. You may watch video recordings of recent programs on our YouTube channel. Our archive of audio recordings goes back more than 10 years and includes thousands of memorable Library events.
Virtual Thrilling Tales: An Evening of Victorian Ghost Stories for the Holidays
Hello, and welcome to Thrilling Tales, Seattle Public Library's Story Time for Grownups, virtual edition. Thrilling Tales is a lunch hour short story program presented live at the downtown Library twice monthly. Since we can't gather now, we wanted to send some thrilling tales to wherever you are. Enjoy "An Evening of Victorian Ghost Stories for the Holidays". Recorded on December 13, 2021.
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(01:14:04)
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Virtual It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, Meeting 385
The Ballard Branch welcomes the 385th meeting of the It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, featuring author readings and open mics. Recorded on Dec. 9, 2021.
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(01:00:14)
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It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, Meeting 384
The Ballard Branch welcomes the 384th meeting of the It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, featuring author readings and open mics. Recorded on November 11.
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(00:55:21)
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Virtual Thrilling Tales: Luella Miller by Mary Wilkins Freeman
Hello, and welcome to Thrilling Tales, Seattle Public Library's Story Time for Grownups, virtual edition. Thrilling Tales is a lunch hour short story program presented live at the downtown Library twice monthly. Since we can't gather now, we wanted to send some thrilling tales to wherever you are. Enjoy "Luella Miller" by Mary Wilkins Freeman. Recorded on November 8, 2021.
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(00:37:28)
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Virtual It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, Meeting 383
The Ballard Branch welcomes the 383rd meeting of the It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, featuring author readings and open mics. Recorded on October 14.
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(00:57:50)
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Virtual It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, Meeting 382
The Ballard Branch welcomes the 382nd meeting of the It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, featuring author readings and open mics. Recorded on September 9.
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(00:57:51)
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Exploring Black Brilliance And Black Joy Through Storytelling And Writing: New Experiences/Memories
Listen to stories and explore fun writing prompts that can help you explore, create and share your own stories.
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(01:53:23)
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Virtual It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, Meeting 381
The Ballard Branch welcomes the 381st meeting of the It's About Time Writers' Reading Series, featuring author readings and open mics. Recorded on August 12.
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(01:06:16)
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Exploring Black Brilliance And Black Joy Through Storytelling And Writing: Family & Friends
Listen to stories and explore fun writing prompts that can help you explore, create and share your own stories.
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(01:08:58)
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Exploring Black Brilliance And Black Joy Through Storytelling And Writing: Nature & The Outdoors
Listen to stories and explore fun writing prompts that can help you explore, create and share your own stories.
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(01:04:05)
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