Hastings Public Library Online Author Talks

Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.

Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.

Upcoming Speakers

Pasta with a Twist: A Fresh Take on Italian Classics with Food Network Star Joe Sasto
National Bestselling Author, Celebrity Chef, and Pasta Innovator
Tuesday, October 6th 2026 at 1:00 PM CDT

Ghosts, Grief, and Growing Up: YA Storytelling with Cherie Dimaline
Bestselling and Award-Winning Author of The Marrow Thieves and Empire of Wild
Thursday, October 22nd 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT

Reclaiming Your Inner Wisdom: Sacred Indigenous Teachings with Asha Frost
Indigenous Medicine Woman, Spiritual Mentor, and Bestselling Author
Tuesday, November 3rd 2026 at 1:00 PM CST

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Past Event Recordings

Courage, Choice, and What Comes Next with Dystopian Icon Veronica Roth
#1 New York Times and International Bestselling Author
Thursday, October 1st 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT

Paletero Man: un viaje por el barrio, la música y el arte con Lucky Diaz
Artista ganador del premio GRAMMY y aclamado autor de libros infantiles
Thursday, September 24th 2026 at 7:00 PM CDT

Where the Paletero Man Goes: A Journey of Neighborhood, Music, and Art with Lucky Diaz
GRAMMY Award-Winning Artist and Celebrated Children’s Author
Thursday, September 24th 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT

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