# Event Details - **Event Name**: A History of America in 11 Pies with author Rossi Anastopoulo - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 03:30 pm - **Event Description**: Sweet Land of LibertyAbout this EventSweet Land of LibertyJoin us for a delicious journey through American history—one slice at a time! Award‑winning food writer Rossi Anastopoulo explores how iconic pies reveal turning points in our nation’s story, from colonial kitchens to civil rights counters, and from mid‑century marketing to modern identity. Expect lively storytelling, surprising connections, and recipes you’ll want to try at home.What you’ll taste in the stories:Apple Pie: how a dessert became a national myth and shorthand for “All‑American.”Molasses Pie: sweetness built on bitter histories of sugar and slavery.Bean Pie: a slice of resistance, entrepreneurship, and community identity.Mock Apple Pie: though associated with the Great Depression, this is actually Civil War ingenuity (yes, it’s made without apples).Jell‑O Pie: mid‑century convenience and shifting gender roles.Sweet Potato Pie: heritage, reclamation, and joy in Black American foodways.…and more!Door Prize: Everyone is automatically entered to win a Pie‑Making Kit!Take‑Home Bonus: All attendees will receive recipes for all 11 pies featured—so you can taste history yourself at home.Buy the Pie: Pies from local bakery Acme Pie Company will be available for purchase!Buy the book:A limited number of copies will be available for purchase at the event courtesy of One More Page BooksPurchase a copy in advance via One More Page Books and we'll have it waiting for you at the event.REGISTRATION THROUGH ARLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY'S WEBSITE IS RECOMMENDED: Author Talk: A History of America in 11 Pies with author Rossi Anastopoulo - Events Calendar - HomeFirst-come, first-served seating. By registering, you will receive event updates.For more information, email lib-Courthouse@arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-3352.This program supports the Library's celebration of .Transportation: Parking in the garage located beneath the Bozman Government Center is free on weekends and after 5:00 p.m. on weekdays. Watch this quick guide on how to park in the attached garage on Clarendon Blvd. We are also accessible via public transit: by Metro (Orange and Silver Lines - Courthouse) and by bus. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/arlington/a-history-of-america-in-11-pies-with-author-rossi-anastopoulo/100001993866142305 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, nonprofit, business, calendar, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Courthouse Library - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Arlington - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: Courthouse Library - **lat**: 38.8905714 - **long**: -77.0853953 - **full address**: Courthouse Library, 2100 Clarendon Boulevard, Arlington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: A History of America in 11 Pies with author Rossi Anastopoulo - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/4f8eca67f90b34f361e2e7d2824b9546f2beb9632fb3051e6d9424c7161a8928-rimg-w1000-h1500-dc6388b6-gmir.jpg?v=1784712072 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is A History of America in 11 Pies with author Rossi Anastopoulo being held? - **A:** A History of America in 11 Pies with author Rossi Anastopoulo takes place on Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 03:30 pm at Courthouse Library, 2100 Clarendon Boulevard, Arlington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing A History of America in 11 Pies with author Rossi Anastopoulo? - **A:** A History of America in 11 Pies with author Rossi Anastopoulo is organized by Arlington Public Library. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** A History of America in 11 Pies with author Rossi Anastopoulo is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Arlington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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