Literary Calendar

Among local literary events over the coming week (free unless otherwise indicated):

“Every Child Ready to Read” - A family literacy workshop held Mondays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. through Oct. 25, for children age 3-6 and their parents/caregivers. Learn early literacy skills to prepare for reading success in school. Preregistration is required. Hayden Library, 8385 N. Government Way, Hayden, Idaho. (208) 772-5612

Zone 4 Reading Series - Monthly series with open mike 3-3:30 p.m., readings 3:30-5 p.m. by Terry Martin and Dan Peters. Today, John Thamm Gallery, Hutton Building, 11 S. Washington St. (509) 869-7434

M. Kienholz - Poetry reading and book signing of “Adventures in Poetry,” with music provided by Whitebird Ministries. Reception to follow. Today, 12:30-2 p.m., 3527 E. 29th Ave. (208) 640-4237

Jane Fritz - Reads from her book “Legendary Lake Pend Oreille,” Tuesday, 6 p.m., Athol Library, 30399 Third St., Athol, Idaho, (208) 683-2979; Thursday, 6 p.m. Spirit Lake Library, 32575 N. Fifth Ave., Spirit Lake, Idaho, (208) 623-5353.

Candice Reed - Freelance journalist and co-author of “Thank You for Firing Me” will discuss how to take advantage of a lost job. Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m., South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385

Eileen M. Starr - Planetarium educator presents her book “Star Myths of Northern Cultures,” which explains the diverse mythologies of northern peoples in regard to the constellations. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Sherrida Woodley - Local author presents her thriller “Quick Fall of Light.” Wednesday, 3-5 p.m., 4 Ever Bookstore, 2722 First St., Cheney. (509) 235-2963

Jo Ann Bender - Presents her work of historical fiction, “Lebensborn,” which centers on a network of maternity homes for women who had encounters with the SS during World War II. Wednesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Robert Wrigley - Reading from his new collection of poems, “Beautiful Country.” Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, Law School Courtroom, Moscow, Idaho.