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A feast of books for the library

lit lunch table Collage The tables were set in the most feminine way and the room filled with girlfriends. No, this wasn’t my birthday party, as a matter of fact I only knew one or two people previously when I arrived at the Lit Lunch, the kick-off event of Broward Library’s Literary Feast that runs from March 15-17. The room at Fort Lauderdale’s Hyatt Pier 66 was full of women dressed for a luncheon, and a silent auction that included some WONDERFUL prizes. lit lunch auction Collage The month of literary events include authors and parties, at homes and restaurants to raise funds for the amazing work that the Broward Library Foundation offers.  Programs like the children’s bookfest, the summer reading program with the Miami Dolphins and even a scholarship program for library staff to continue their education are just a few of what this foundation supports. They were able to fund the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center (only the third on in the US) with monies raised in the past.

jen lancaster

Headlining last week’s Lit Lunch was author Jen Lancaster, who had us all laughing and nodding in complete understanding as she told stories and read from her hysterical book The Tao of Martha. I wanted to go out and buy ALL of her books…from Bitter is the New Black to her newest (a novel) Twisted Sisters after hearing her speak. This was NOT your AVERAGE reading, that’s for sure. From the FABULOUS lunch, the room of girlfriends (yes, I made lots of new friends while I was there), to listening to a favorite author, these literary events are just the OPPOSITE of a dull author reading. signing Collage Jen was also available to sign copies of her newest books. As you can see…I had one signed for ONE OF YOU!

“To a champagne living reader! XO, Jen Lancaster”

I’ll let you know how you can win in at the bottom, but for my readers in the Palm Beach, Broward and even Dade counties here are some of the upcoming authors:

  • Robin Cook – Cell
  • Arthur Agatston MD – South Beach Diet
  • Jane Green – Tempting Fate – one of my faves!
  • John Grogan – Marley & Me
  • and MORE

If you love books and grew up at the library, you know just how much this means to the children of Broward County. Why not enjoy an afternoon or evening with one of your favorite authors for a great cause? Upcoming Literary Feasts are being held at peoples homes and restaurants in Broward County. This is a GREAT way to support your library and have a fun time.

For more information

  •  www.literaryfeastonline.org
  • On Facebook at: BPL Foundation 
  • On Twitter at: @LiteraryFeast 

Enter to win

a signed copy of Jen Lancaster’s The Tao of Martha, along with a Champagne Living mug to drink your coffee, tea, or hot chocolate in while you relax and read (don’t worry, it’s not the one I’m drinking from).

lit lunch prize Collage

WINNER: Francis A 

Thank you to Laurie Menekou for inviting me as her guest to this event. I had a wonderful time and hope that the remainder of the events are just as successful as this was.


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About Zipporah Sandler

Zipporah Sandler AKA Zippy is a lifestyle and travel specialist who after living everywhere from Providence to Paris found herself suddenly residing in South Florida (something she swore she’d never do).

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Comments

  1. Jefn says

    February 28, 2014 at 11:03 pm

    Just saying hello and would like to enter the contest for the coffee mug and book ,,, Thanks and have a weekend …..

  2. Linda Kish says

    February 28, 2014 at 11:31 pm

    I liked the Nancy Drew books.

  3. Nicol Bowers says

    March 1, 2014 at 3:25 am

    Honestly, I was a pretty silly kid 🙂 and loved all rhyming books… the funny Cat in the Hat was a definite fav!

  4. dale bartlett says

    March 1, 2014 at 10:09 am

    hello. I love to read

  5. Virginia Saunders says

    March 1, 2014 at 1:22 pm

    wouldlove to win!!!

  6. Virginia Saunders says

    March 1, 2014 at 1:26 pm

    nancy drew

  7. Laura says

    March 1, 2014 at 3:35 pm

    I would love to win this! Thanks fir the chance 🙂

  8. teresa sulyok says

    March 1, 2014 at 6:47 pm

    tie between curious George and Winnie the pooh, all of which I still adore.

  9. Jeanne says

    March 1, 2014 at 7:01 pm

    I loved reading all the Nancy Drew Mystery books.

  10. Janice Santillo says

    March 1, 2014 at 7:40 pm

    The VelveteenRabbit

  11. Betty R. says

    March 1, 2014 at 7:53 pm

    Would love this, thanks for the chance.

  12. Jess O says

    March 1, 2014 at 9:23 pm

    My favorite childhood book was A Wrinkle in Time. I read it over and over, and loved the sequels, too, but the first one will always hold a special place in my heart.

  13. AJ Murray says

    March 1, 2014 at 9:27 pm

    Treasure Island

  14. Gabby E O says

    March 1, 2014 at 9:33 pm

    Junie B Jones! Any of the books in that series.

  15. CM says

    March 1, 2014 at 9:48 pm

    I have to agree with Janice – The Velveteen Rabbit is one of my all-time favorites.

  16. Aline Boutz says

    March 2, 2014 at 7:23 am

    My first years in school were in England. Pooh and any Christoper Robin stories bring back such great memories.

  17. johnnie B says

    March 3, 2014 at 8:48 pm

    I loved to read lots and lots of Historical Romances, generally from the Regency era… loved all the Victorian “swooning” women

  18. connie moore says

    March 4, 2014 at 3:09 am

    Velveteen Rabbit

  19. Diane L says

    March 6, 2014 at 4:17 pm

    I think Goldilocks and the Three Bears was my favorite book as a child

  20. charlotte ping says

    March 8, 2014 at 3:47 pm

    Anything with murder and mayhem

  21. Gary G says

    March 9, 2014 at 12:01 pm

    One of my Hobbies are going to book signings!

  22. charlotte ping says

    March 11, 2014 at 8:40 am

    would like to win

  23. charlotte ping says

    March 15, 2014 at 10:00 am

    I read all the time, especially murder and mayhem

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