Upcoming events for writers, book lovers

The Dayton Jewish Community presents its 2017 Cultural Arts & Book Festival, running Oct. 19-Dec. 7, and including a variety of film, theater and book events.

The festival kicks off on Thursday, Oct. 19, with “Einstein! A One Man Show,”at 7 p.m., at the Oakwood High School Auditorium (1200 Far Hills Avenue, Oakwood) and explores Einstein’s early years in Berlin. The show is presented by actor Jack Fry, an award-winning playwright and actor. Tickets may be purchased online in advance, at www.jewishdayton.org or at the door.

Therem aining events offer the opportunity for attendees to purchase speakers’ books. These eve ntsare:

■ Wednesday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m., Wright Memorial Library (1776 Far Hills Ave., Oakwood) — Author Gail Saltz shares her book, “The Power of Different,” an inspiring examination of the connection between the“potential for great talent and conditions commonly thought tobe‘d isabilities ,’” based on her experiences as a psychoanalyst and professor of psychiatry. This event is free and open to the public.

■ Monday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m., Boonshoft CJCE (525 Versailles Drive, Centerville) — Rabbi Naomi Levy shares her book “Einstein & The Rabbi: Searching for the Soul,” inspired by a poignant letter by Einstein. To register, visit www.jewishdayton.org.

■ Wednesday, Nov. 1, 6:30 p.m., Coco’s Bistro (250 Warren St., Dayton) — an evening with author Jill Santopolo, whose nationally and internationally best-selling romantic debut novel, “The Light We Lost,” has been translated into more than 30 languages. This is a ticketed event; visit www.jewishdayton.org for reservations.

■ Thursday, Nov. 2, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Washington-Centerville Public Library,C enterville Library Cynthia Klinck Community Room, 111 Spring Valley Road — in partnership with this year’s 2017 Jewish Cultural Arts & Book Festival and the Friends of the Washington-Centerville Library, the library will offer an interview with author Jill Santopolo, author of “The Ligh tWeLost.”T he event is free and open to the public, but advance reservations are appreciated. Vistwww.wc library. info for more details.

■ Wednesday, Nov. 8, 7 p.m., Stivers School for the Arts Auditorium (1313 E. Fifth St., Dayton) — Local Holocaust survivor Robert Kahn will share his memo ir:“The Hard Road of Dreams.” After his discussion, the Stivers orchestra will perform an original piece inspired by his story. The event is free, but RSVP at www.jewishdayton.org.

■ Wednesday, Nov. 9, 7:15 p.m., The Neon (130 E. Fifth St., Dayton) — After viewi ngt he legendary movie, “High Noon,” Pulitzer Prize-winner Glenn Frankel will discuss his book, “High Noon: The Hollywood Blacklist and the Making of an American Classic,” and how the movie became a parable about the Red Scare. Register and learn more at www.jewishdayton.org

■ Thursday, Nov. 16, 7 p.m., Boonshoft CJCE (525 Versailles Drive, Centerville) — Dr. Jessica Nutik Zitter shares her book, “Extreme Measure: Finding a Better Path to the E ndof Life.” Register at www.jewishdayton.org

■ Tuesday, Dec. 5, 7 p.m., Boonshoft CJCE (525 Versailles Drive, Centerville) — Dr. David Novick shares his finding in his book “A Gastroenterologist’s Guide to Gut Health.” Register at www.jewishdayton.org.

UPCOMING LITERARY EVENTS

■ Sunday, Oct. 15, 2:30 p.m., Wright Memorial Public Library, 1776 Far Hills Avenue, Oakwood — Writers’ Café, a casual hang out for writers ages 18 and up and of all experience levels, meets the first Friday (7 p.m.) and third Sunda y(a t 2:30) of each month.

■ Monday, Oct. 16, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Dayton Metro Main Library, Community Room 2A, Second Floor (215 E. Third St., Dayton) — Ghosthunter and author John Kachuba, author of s even books including four about ghosts and ghosthunting, will take youona t ourofsomeof Ohio’s most haunted locations, sharing his chilling stories and ghost photos.

Sharon Short (www. sharonshort.com) is a novelist and director of the Antioch Writers' Worksh op.Con tact Sharon with news about your book club or organization. Email: sharonshort@ sharonshort.com. Twitter: @SharonGShort