The Main Library will be closed on November 8th so that staff can set up for the annual Black Tie Bingo library fundraiser. All branch locations will remain open.

An Evening with Jennifer Pharr Davis: Athlete, Author, and National Geographic Adventurer of the Year

Program Type:

Books & Writing, Health & Fitness, Special Events

Age Group:

Everyone
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Program Description

Jennifer Pharr Davis is a lover of long journeys and good stories.  She is an author, speaker, record setter, and 2012 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year who has covered more than 14,000 miles of long-distance trails on six different continents.  In 2011, she set the overall fasted known time on the Appalachian Trail by hiking 47 miles a day for 46 straight days.  Jennifer has authored seven books, including her latest critically acclaimed work, The Pursuit of Endurance: Harnessing the Record-Breaking Power of Strength and Resilience.  She has also written three guidebooks and two hiking memoirs, as well as articles for the New York Times, Outside magazine, Backpacker, Trail Runner, and Blue Ridge Outdoors.  Copies of her books will be available for sale and signing at this engaging evening event for all ages.