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December 2008

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Blockbuster December Programs

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“Great show -- genuine, talented, fun performance…AWESOME!!!!... a haunting voice!” These are among the reactions to the musicians who’ll be performing at your local libraries in December. Don’t let the current economic situation spoil your holidays. Please join us for some great entertainment and light refreshment, free and open to all!


The Kenny Blackwell Dorian Michael Duo

The Kenny Blackwell Dorian Michael Duo

Kenny Blackwell and Dorian Michael form a mandolin/guitar duo that play a wide range of music from bluegrass roots to blues, jazz, old-timey, Celtic, and Brazilian. Blackwell is also a member of the famed Laurel Canyon Ramblers and is a sought after studio musician.

Tuesday, December 2 at 7:00 pm — Atherton Library
Thursday, December 4 at 7:00 pm — Foster City Library

Tuesday, December 9 at 7:00 pm — Belmont Library



Mary McLaughlin

A Gaelic Christmas

Celtic singers Mary McLaughlin and Janet Herman combine their haunting voices with the breathtaking harp work of Steve Coulter for a memorable concert of authentic Gaelic Christmas music.

Tuesday, December 2 at 8:00 pm — Belmont Library
Thursday, December 4 at 7:30 pm — Pacifica-Sanchez Library
Wednesday, December 10 at 7:00 pm — Millbrae Library

Sunday, December 14 at 3:00 pm — Half Moon Bay Library
Wednesday, December 17 at 7:00 pm — San Carlos Library


2009 Sneak Preview
Mystery and Mayhem at the Belmont Library – Save the Date!

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STEPHEN J. CANNELL

Stephen J. Cannell

TV producer (Rockford Files) and author reads from On the Grind.
Saturday, January 10 at 2:00 pm Belmont Library



Catherine Coulter

Catherine Coulter

Talks about her FBI series featuring husband and wife team Savich and Sherlock.
Sunday, January 25 at 2:00 pm Belmont Library



Leonard Downey

Leonard Downey

Former editor of the Washington Post reads from Rules of the Game, “a deadly serious story about journalism, influence peddling, clandestine sources, and the presidency” says Bob Woodward.
Friday, January 30 at 7:30 pm Belmont Library



Val McDermid

Val McDermid in conversation with Laurie King

The British and American talents compare notes.
Thursday, February 19 at 7:00 pm Belmont Library


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