Gitcha Goomsba Up! The Bavarian Battle is a gnarly 5k obstacle run held in the Bavarian village of Leavenworth, Washington. Racers will jump, slide, run, climb, hop and crawl their way to the finish line. Want to be a sponsor for this radical event? Email events [at] skileavenworth.com The proceeds from this event help the Leavenworth Winter Sports youth programs and community projects. Thanks for your support! www.bavarianbattle.com

Lance Weller, Wilderness Fri. June 28 7:00 – 8:00 PM Free Presentation A richly detailed narrative, that is both grim and deeply moving, Wilderness is an immensely impressive debut. Ravaged by the civil war, survivors untangle the threads of their lives, as they strive for hope and renewal. Wilderness tells not only the moving tale of an unforgettable character, but a story about who we are as human beings, a people, and a nation.

Lance Weller, Wilderness Fri. June 28 7:00 – 8:00 PM Leavenworth Library Presentation A richly detailed narrative, that is both grim and deeply moving, Wilderness is an immensely impressive debut. Ravaged by the civil war, survivors untangle the threads of their lives, as they strive for hope and renewal. Wilderness tells not only the moving tale of an unforgettable character, but a story about who we are as human beings, a people, and a nation.

H.S. Clark, Secret Thoughts Sat., June 29 1:00-3:00 PM Free Book signing and Book Buzz A Book For all Seasons H.S.Clark’s debut novel, Secret Thoughts, is a medical thriller that brings danger close to home. The reader is taken on a wild ride along the cutting edge of technology in a Seattle area hospital and into the dark side of digital medicine.

Jeanne Matthews, Her Boyfriend’s Bones Sat., June 29th 1:00 – 3:00 PM Free Book signing and Book Buzz A must- not- miss event. Join us in welcoming back Jeanne Matthews with her latest book in the popular Dinah Pelerin mystery series, Her Boyfriend's Bones and Lance Weller signing his engaging book, Wilderness.

Lance Weller, Wilderness Sat. June 29 1:00-3:00 PM Free Book signing and Book Buzz Lance reads from his book, Wilderness, a richly detailed narrative, that is both grim and deeply moving. Wilderness is an immensely impressive debut. Ravaged by the civil war, survivors untangle the threads of their lives, as they strive for hope and renewal. Wilderness tells not only the moving tale of an unforgettable character, but a story about who we are as human beings, a people, and a nation.

Jeanne Matthews, Her Boyfriend’s Bones Sat., June 29th 1:00 – 3:00 PM Free Book signing and Book Buzz A Book For all Seasons Join us in welcoming back Jeanne Matthews with her latest book in the popular Dinah Pelerin mystery series, Her Boyfriend's Bones, scheduled for release in mid-June.

Lance Weller, Wilderness Sat. June 29 1:00-3:00 PM A Book for All Seasons Free Book signing and Book Buzz A richly detailed narrative, that is both grim and deeply moving, Wilderness is an immensely impressive debut. Ravaged by the civil war, survivors untangle the threads of their lives, as they strive for hope and renewal. Wilderness tells not only the moving tale of an unforgettable character, but a story about who we are as human beings, a people, and a nation.

Bonny Becker, The Sniffles For Bear Thursday, July 4 1-3 PM Free Book Signing Bonny Becker visits ABFAS, to celebrate Kinderfest Bonny Becker, author of a number of award-winning picture books and middle-grade novels, says that the persistent mouse featured in A VISITOR FOR BEAR just popped into her head one day and wouldn't go away.  She is well known for these Bear and Mouse stories.  Bonny lives in Seattle.

Luis Alberto Urrea, Into the Beautiful North 7:00-9:00pm Friday, July 5 Icicle Creek Center for the Arts Bicultural Festival and Bilingual Educational Fun   Award winning author, Luis Alberto Urrea (author appearance sponsored by The Sleeping Lady Foundation), will be featured at the exciting new Bicultural Festival at Icicle Creek Center for the Arts. Join in the free family activities including educational booths, Mariachi bands, the Village Voices, dancing, food, hourly bilingual Nature walks and wildlife booths. Something for everyone.