One Book, One Community with OLLI

One Book, One Community reads "The Savage, Noble Death of Babs Dionne" by Ron Currie

McGoldrick Center, Salons A-C

University of Southern Maine, Portland Campus

Tuesday, March 10

8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

$25; includes a continental breakfast

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Southern Maine

Hear author Ron Currie speak about his book in conversation with Franco-American poet Jeri Theriault. Plus, join in the discussion as Anna Faherty, archivist with the University of Southern Maine Franco-American Collection, and Ron Currie address, “What does it mean to be Franco-American today?”

About the Book

Set in Waterville, Maine, The Savage, Noble Death of Babs Dionne is a crime saga like no other, with a ferocious matriarch at its bruised, beating heart. With sharp wit and profound empathy, award-winning author Ron Currie delivers an unforgettable novel exploring love, retribution, and the ancestral roots that both nurture and trap us.

Seats are limited; registration is required. Visit the OLLI website to register.