Author Talk: Avellina Balestri Revolutionary Reading

The Adams County Library System presents Author Talk: Avellina Balestri Revolutionary Reading on January 15, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. Local author Avellina Balestri will discuss the historical background of her American Revolution novel trilogy, All Ye That Pass By. Attendees will hear select excerpts read aloud and experience period music performed by Ms. Balestri on the bodhran drum, offering a unique blend of literature, history, and music.

This program promotes education and preservation of the historical context surrounding the founding of the United States, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the nation. By connecting storytelling, music, and historical insight, the event provides the community with an engaging and immersive exploration of America’s revolutionary era.