Lecture & Happy Hour with Homewaters author David B. Williams

4450 Blakely Avenue NE,Bainbridge Island 98110

12 March, 2023

Description

In this talk, author David B. Williams, tells the long story of the Sound, tracing human history from the earliest records more than 12,500 years ago to present. He will also consider overlooked species such as Olympia oysters, rockfish, geoduck, kelp, and herring, as well as salmon and orca. Witty, graceful, and deeply informed, these stories presents a fascinating and hopeful narrative, one that will introduce newcomers to the astonishing life that inhabits Puget Sound and offers longtime residents new insights into and appreciation of the waters they call home. IslandWood is very pleased to welcome David B. Williams, author of Homewaters, naturalist, interpretive guide, and fellow educator. In a moderated Q&A following his presentation, we welcome continued conversation and educational exploration of the natural and cultural forces that have shaped our regional lands, waters, and its peoples. We hope you join us for this relaxing evening. Your ticket price includes: Author's live lecture, Q&A, optional book signing, a non-alcoholic beverage, and a Salish Sea inspired *happy hour with appetizers. *A no-host bar will be available as well for additional purchases during the happy hour. Bio: David B. Williams is an author, naturalist, and tour guide whose award-winning book, Homewaters: A Human and Natural History of Puget Sound is a deep exploration of the stories of this beautiful waterway. He is also the author of the award-winning book Too High and Too Steep: Reshaping Seattle’s Topography, as well as Seattle Walks: Discovering History and Nature in the City. Williams is a Curatorial Associate at the Burke Museum and writes a free weekly newsletter, the Street Smart Naturalist. Read more about the author in the Seattle Times article: https://www.seattletimes.com/pacific-nw-magazine/learning-and-appreciating-the-history-of-puget-sounds-indigenous-people-is-the-key-to-creating-a-positive-future/