Author Amanda Montell: The Age of Magical Overthinking (Virtual)

Essex Library 33 West Ave, Essex

Join us as we chat with the New York Times bestselling author, Amanda Montell about her newest book, “The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality.” In a delicious blend of cultural criticism and personal narrative that explores our cognitive biases and the power, disadvantages, and highlights of magical thinking, Amanda Montell now turns her erudite eye to the inner workings of the human mind and its biases in her most personal and electrifying work yet. Register online at youressexlibrary.org or by calling the Library at 860-767-1560.

Free

Author Talk: Mikel Maria Delgado, “Play with your Cat!” (Virtual)

Essex Library 33 West Ave, Essex

Join us at Essex Library for a talk with Dr. Mikel Maria Delgado on why cats play and how interactive play can give your cat an outlet for one of their instincts, hunting! She’ll address cats who might be more challenging to play with, including “lazy cats,” senior cats, and cats in multi-cat homes. Learn about some of her favorite toys and tools for playtime and get ready to have more fun with your cat! This virtual program is FREE and available to the public. Register at youressexlibrar.org or by calling the Library at 860-767-1560.

Free