The question of the moment: Where can you hear great lectures on the Mackinac Bridge, pet peeves about the English language, our state’s legacy of lighthouses, Detroit’s role during World War II, the history of motorsports and beekeeping all in one evening that also includes a strolling dinner, beverages plus an exciting silent auction? The answer is, at the Friends of the Rochester Hills Public Library’s Fifth Annual Wine, Wit & Wisdom (WW&W) event set for April 14 at the Library, … [Read more...]
Michigan Public Radio’s Anne Curzan Visits Rochester Hills Public Library
October 30, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Between You and Me A Linguist's Guide to Language Join Host and Linguist Anne Curzan, Thursday, November 9 at 7:00 p.m., to hear about her language pet peeves. Curzan will tackle topics like why we say what we say, how words like ‘funner’, ‘snuck’ and ‘lol’ are creeping their way into the English Language and take your questions. “We’re excited to have a Michigan Radio Host join us for this exciting presentation,” says Community Relations Specialist Amanda Harrison Keighley, “Curzan’s … [Read more...]
