book signing
Smith, McCorkle, Chapman and Berg to perform at the Belcourt for Vanderbilt’s libraries
Mar. 7, 2019—“An Evening of Stories and Songs with Lee Smith, Jill McCorkle, Marshall Chapman and Matraca Berg," a fundraiser for the Heard Libraries, will take place at the Belcourt Theatre April 11.
Tichi’s latest research is ‘how-to manual’ for Gilded Age socialites
Mar. 4, 2019—Cecelia Tichi, Gertrude Conaway Vanderbilt Professor of English and professor of American studies, will discuss the many rules for making it into the top tier of late-19th century high society during a reading and discussion of her book "What Would Mrs. Astor Do?" March 13 in the Vanderbilt Library's Special Collections.
Political surveillance of civil rights activists topic of Seigenthaler Series
Oct. 12, 2018—Political surveillance of civil rights activists is the focus of a Seigenthaler Series talk with author and journalist Marc Perrusquia at the First Amendment Center Oct. 15.
Elvis, Roy Orbison among subjects at Barnes & Nobles’ four book signings in June
May. 17, 2018—The Barnes and Noble at Vanderbilt bookstore announces four book-signing and discussion events in June at its 2501 West End Ave. location.
Levine to sign ‘The Marvelous Mustard Seed’ at Parnassus Books May 19
May. 16, 2018—Amy-Jill Levine will discuss and sign copies of her latest book, The Marvelous Mustard Seed, at Parnassus Books from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 19. Based on the mustard seed parable in the Bible, this inspiring children's book shows young readers that one tiny seed—just like one small child—carries a world of potential.
Rabbi David Dalin discusses, signs recent book Jan. 25 at bookstore
Jan. 11, 2018—Barnes and Noble at Vanderbilt presents historian and rabbi David Dalin, who will discuss and sign his recent book, 'Jewish Justices of the Supreme Court: From Brandeis to Kagan,' in the bookstore Thursday, Jan. 25, at 7 p.m.
Children’s Bible storybook has Vanderbilt Divinity ‘voices’
Jan. 4, 2018—Creating a children's Bible storybook that reflects excellence in biblical scholarship and diversity in families were among goals for a new publication with many Divinity School 'voices.'
Performance, book signing by singer-songwriter Matthew West April 15
Apr. 12, 2017—Award-winning Christian music singer-songwriter Matthew West presents a musical performance along with a discussion and signing of his new book "Hello, My Name Is: Discovering Your True Identity" at Barnes & Noble Vanderbilt on Saturday, April 15, beginning at 2 p.m.
Ann Patchett leads off spring 2017 Vanderbilt Visiting Writers
Jan. 9, 2017—Author Ann Patchett will read and discuss her latest novel, "Commonwealth," at the Central Library Jan. 26 as part of the Vanderbilt Visiting Writers Series.
Bill Nye, ‘The Science Guy,’ to sign latest book on campus March 31
Mar. 3, 2016—Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt welcomes science educator, TV personality, comedian and political commentator Bill Nye to the store March 31 for a signing of his latest best-seller.
Songwriter Bobby Braddock to perform, sign book Oct. 19
Sep. 17, 2015—Braddock has been prowling the streets of Nashville's Music Row since the 1960s, plying his trade and selling his songs to singers like George Jones, Tammy Wynette and Toby Keith.
ABC’s John Quiñones signs ‘What Would You Do?’ July 19
May. 29, 2015—ABC News journalist John Quiñones will sign "What Would You Do?," his book based on the hit television series, at 4 p.m. Sunday, July 19, at Barnes & Noble at Vanderbilt.