The Bradford Area Public Library (BAPL) is gearing up for a great week of programming, offering two exciting opportunities for the community to connect, learn, and be inspired.

Meet the Author: Angela Enos – Thursday, May 15 at 7 PM

In partnership with the local Book Friends book club, BAPL will welcome author Angela Enos for a special Author Visit on Thursday, May 15 at 7 PM. Enos will share insights into her writing journey, with a spotlight on her latest release, Under the Roof, a rom-com, mystery that was released in November 2024.

A storyteller with heart and humor, Enos draws on her 15 years of experience as both a legal assistant and a youth pastor to craft relatable, moving stories. Her first book, The Weight is Over—a nonfiction exploration of wellness—is currently being refreshed for a second edition, promising readers a new approach to health and fitness.

Angela lives near Harrisburg, PA with her husband John, a former Bradford resident. When she’s not writing, she enjoys hitting the gym, golfing, cooking, and cherishing time with the couple’s five children and five grandchildren.

Attendees will have the chance to meet Angela, enjoy a Q&A session, and get their books signed. Limited copies of Under the Roof will be available for purchase, and light refreshments will be served courtesy of the book club.

History Comes Alive: The Franklin Expedition – Saturday, May 17 at 6 PM

On Saturday, May 17 at 6 PM, BAPL invites history buffs to a fascinating presentation marking the 180th anniversary of the Franklin Expedition, the doomed Arctic voyage of the HMS Erebus and HMS Terror.

Former Bradford resident, Matthew Picklo will guide attendees through the harrowing saga of the expedition’s mysterious fate, backed by research and discoveries. Picklo, a Social Studies teacher at the Falk Laboratory School (University of Pittsburgh), holds degrees in both Music and History and a Master’s in History Education. His love of history brings this tragic piece of maritime history to life.

This free program is open to adults—no registration required. Light refreshments will follow the presentation.

Whether you’re a literature lover or a history enthusiast, the Bradford Area Public Library has something special in store for you this coming week.