June Virtual Author Talks

We are proud to partner with the Library Speakers Consortium to bring you award-winning authors through free, monthly virtual live-streamed author talks. These discussions from bestselling authors and industry thought leaders are available from the comfort of your home. Library branches may host watch parties for some events.
This partnership is made possible through the generous support of the
Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Capitola .
Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig
A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration
Wednesday, June 3rd 2026 at 11:00 AM PDT
Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat: Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman
New York Times Bestselling Author and Literary Dungeon Master
Thursday, June 11th 2026 at 4:00 PM PDT
Nurturing Future Generations: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood with Ted Page
Author, Creative Entrepreneur, and Grandpa
Thursday, June 18th 2026 at 11:00 AM PDT
Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri
and Asha Loupy
Kadri, CEO & Founder of Diaspora Spice Co. and Loupy, Renowned Food and Recipe Writer
Tuesday, June 23rd 2026 at 11:00 AM PDT
To view and register for upcoming virtual talks and watch past talks, visit the SCPL Virtual Author Talks website at: https://libraryc.org/santacruzpl
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