Capturing History: Mystery, Myth, Legend, and Oral Storytelling

This engaging free conference is designed for both readers and writers of history and includes a free history-based light lunch for people who preregister. 9:30 : Sign-in For Attendees and Coffee 9:45 : Introduction by Library/Kelly Boyer Sagert 10-10:45 : Kelly Boyer Sagert will explore the role of legend, lore, myth, and ghost stories in nonfiction and how to use them responsibly to be creative within the confines of a true story. Break/Book Sale 11-11:45 : Bette Lou Higgins will share spine-tingling original ghost stories, along with historical background information, and will also share tips on how to create these stories. Break/Book Sale 12-12:45 : Christina Meier / CM BEEZ Tea & Honey Haven will share historical insights into tea, honey, and the Revolutionary War, also serving Liberty tea as we enjoy a light lunch. Break/Sale 1-1:45 : Follow along as Don Hilton demonstrates how a once-notorious Lorain County killing is transformed from a forgotten crime into the plot of a murder mystery set in in more modern times. Break/Book Sale 2-2:45 : Dan Zaleski will share intriguing tales shared on the podcast he hosts, Ohio Mysteries , and what it's like to host this type of podcast. 2:45-3:00 Book Sale/talk to presenters