# Event Details - **Event Name**: An Afternoon with Lois Lowry - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Step into a world where history, mystery, and imagination meet with bestselling author Lois Lowry as we celebrate her new book BUILDING 903!About this EventJoin us in Bangor, ME on October 17th for a special afternoon celebrating the release of Building 903, the newest novel from acclaimed author Lois Lowry! The event will feature a discussion and Q+A followed by a book signing with the author herself. Together, we'll explore the ideas at the heart of Building 903: the mysteries found in unexpected places, the connections between past and present, and how ordinary spaces can reveal extraordinary stories.Event Information:Each ticket includes a signed copy of Building 903 that Lois will personalize during the signing portion of her eventGuests may bring up to two (2) books from home to have signedCopies of Lois' backlist will be available to pre-purchase ahead of time via Eventbrite. Limited copies will also be available in store during the eventAttendees are welcome to take photos during the discussion and signing, but Lois will not be posing for non-candid photosWhether you're a lifelong fan, a passionate reader, or simply curious about the stories hidden in the places we pass every day, this event offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Building 903.Come ready to ask questions, uncover mysteries, and discover what lies beyond the doors of Building 903. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/ddbc1fe0-be54-11f1-a0c5-ed8c5a3c0e2b-rimg-w433-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg In the tradition of her bestselling, award-winning phenomenon, The Giver, Lois Lowry delivers a story about censorship, comfort, complicity, and the radical power of books to open portals and unlock our humanity through our most powerful tool: the imagination.Twins Tessa and Theo live in a world ruled by a tyrannical leader, where there are no dangers or rebels... or so they've been told. In this world, citizens live long lives, and while many hate their leader, they are comfortable and safe. So, when Tessa's brother disappears, nobody wants to discuss it. But then Miriam, their 135-year-old neighbor bound for the retirement community, slips Tessa a key—not only to her brother's disappearance, but to the source of all real magic . . . books. As Tessa and her parents begin their search for Theo, Tessa learns that books not only tell us stories—they open portals and unlock our humanity through our most powerful tool: the imagination. Once that truth has been revealed, Tessa won't be able to rest until she has retrieved her twin and society itself has been transformed.Two-time Newbery-winner Lois Lowry has crafted a narrative that feels at once prescient and eternal: in this world, the imagination is the revolution. Not only does Building 903 sit in the same resonant space as The Giver Quartet, but it is also a profound addition to Lois's enduring body of work—and a testament to the strength and value of her voice, vision, and legacy. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/ddef3dd0-be54-11f1-a0c5-ed8c5a3c0e2b-rimg-w603-h740-dce8c8b8-gmir.jpg Lois Lowry is the author of more than fifty books for children and young adults, including the New York Times bestselling Giver Quartet and the popular Anastasia Krupnik series. She has received countless honors, among them the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award, the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award, the California Young Reader Medal, and the Mark Twain Award. She received Newbery Medals for two of her novels, Number the Stars and The Giver. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bangor/an-afternoon-with-lois-lowry/100001996507804588 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Books-A-Million - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.5, max: 28.5, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Bangor - **state**: ME - **country**: United States - **location**: Books-A-Million - **lat**: 44.8278652 - **long**: -68.7576745 - **full address**: Books-A-Million, 490 Stillwater Avenue, Bangor, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: An Afternoon with Lois Lowry - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/580f71ae9b061e53856f7a2ba7066da1757ba08cf1237e4ea20b8478c49eed69-rimg-w1200-h630-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1786402989 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is An Afternoon with Lois Lowry being held? - **A:** An Afternoon with Lois Lowry takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Books-A-Million, 490 Stillwater Avenue, Bangor, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing An Afternoon with Lois Lowry? - **A:** An Afternoon with Lois Lowry is organized by Books-A-Million. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Books-A-Million's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Books-A-Million a rating of 4.67/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Books-A-Million has 128+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Books-A-Million has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** An Afternoon with Lois Lowry is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bangor, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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