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Event chairwoman Ilene Denton, Library Foundation Executive Director Alisa Mitchell, Renee Di Pilato and Sarah Karon
Photo by Harry SayerMany of Larson's books were available.
Photo by Harry SayerBJ Bavar, Susan Dweck and Karen Ginsberg
Photo by Harry SayerConnie Hake Davis with Ron and Alison Cutsinger
Photo by Harry SayerMike and Linda Burke
Photo by Harry SayerMary Lou Winnick with Susan and Greg Connolly
Photo by Harry SayerAlan and Ann Maio
Photo by Harry SayerCarole Beebe and Ricky Barry
Photo by Harry SayerExecutive Director Alisa Mitchell, author Erik Larson and Georgia Court
Photo by Harry SayerVeronica Thames with Jennifer and John Compton
Photo by Harry SayerAround 700 people attended the luncheon.
Photo by Harry SayerAround 700 people attended the luncheon.
Photo by Harry SayerErik Larson signs Alison Cutsinger's book during the VIP reception.
Photo by Harry SayerSusan Holik and Sam Faivus
Photo by Harry SayerJeff Sebeika, Brigitte Willis and Charlie Huisking
Photo by Harry SayerBob and Marsha Fottler
Photo by Harry SayerSarabeth Kalajian with Grier and Scott Ferguson
Photo by Harry SayerVeronica Brady and Julia Groom
Photo by Harry SayerMary Ann Pearson, John Arnold, Kim Lindsay and Debbie Dannheisser
Photo by Harry SayerMarty Schleichler and Mary Glynn
Photo by Harry SayerThe Library Foundation for Sarasota County packed The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota for its annual Love Our Libraries Author Luncheon on Feb. 10.
The 2023 luncheon brought Erik Larson — author of "The Devil in the White City," "The Splendid and the Vile" and other books — to meet with supporters and speak during a keynote presentation.
The annual event benefits the foundation's initiatives, which include providing funds for books and programs for the county library system, as well as advocating for Sarasota County libraries and educating residents in the area about the resources libraries offer and why they require support.
During his presentation, Larson himself spoke about the importance libraries play in researching his historical narratives.
Guests heard from Library Foundation Executive Director Alisa Mitchell, board President Sarah Karon and presenting sponsor Mark Pritchett of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation before it was time for Larson to speak.
Renee Di Pilato, director of Sarasota County Libraries and Historical Resources, completed the event with a Q&A with Larson.
