Batavia’s Books Between Bites welcomes back author

Submitted by Batavia Public Library

Batavia’s noontime book program, Books Between Bites, announces its 26th season.

The monthly series is held from noon to 1 p.m. at the Batavia Public Library, 10 S. Batavia Ave., featuring a number of local authors and presenters, including several returning favorites.

The 2012-2013 season opens Thursday, Sept. 20, welcoming Chicago-area New York Times best-selling mystery writer Julie Hyzy to tell about her latest book. She first visited the program in 2010 to discuss her White House Chef series.

“Grace Among Thieves” is Hyzy’s third book in her Manor House Mystery series featuring her character Grace. Hyzy’s books will be available for sale and signing after the presentation.

The public is invited to attend these free programs from noon to 1 p.m. presented September through May on the third Thursday of the month. Reservations are not required. The program is held in the large community room on the main level of the Batavia Public Library. Parking is available in the lot just south and adjacent to the library.

People are invited to bring their lunch and eat as they enjoy the program and discussion. Lunch items, beverages and baked goods can be purchased at 10 South Coffee House, just inside the library and adjacent to the meeting room. To pre-order for pickup just before the program, call (630) 406-8870.

Books Between Bites was established in Batavia in 1987 by the late Lee C. Moorehead. The program has been continued by Moorehead’s wife, Betty, and his daughter, Becky Hoag, in partnership and cosponsorship with George H. Scheetz and Peterson of Batavia Public Library.

For more information about Books Between Bites, call program director Betty Moorehead at (630) 879-4426. The complete schedule can be found on the website booksbetweenbites.com. Printed season schedules are available at Batavia Public Library in the entry hall kiosk.