May 17, 2026 | 3 pm @ Washington County Public Library
• MAY 17:Homer Hickam, Jr.speaks at the Washington County Public Library, Abingdon, Va. at 3 p.m. He is the author of one of the most famous contemporary American memoirs,“Rocket Boys.” Looking back after a distinguished NASA career, Hickam shares the story of his youth, taking readers into the life of the little mining town of Coalwood and the boys who would come to embody its dreams. Refreshments, book sales and signing follow.276-676-6383, www.wcpl.net
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Category: Literature