# Event Details

- **Event Name**: An Evening with Maine Author Anne Britting Oleson
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 19 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: The 2026 Ann B. McGowan Maine Writers Series and the Pittsfield Public Library are proud to present an evening with local Maine writer Anne Britting Oleson.

Born and raised in the southern part of the state, Anne Britting Oleson is a writer and teacher who now lives and works in Central Maine. She earned an MFA in writing from USM’s Stonecoast program, and has been awarded a Tiffany Farm Writing Residency, two Hewnoaks Artist Residencies, and an Amtrak Residency. Her books include three poetry chapbooks (The Church of St. Materiana, The Beauty of It, and Alley of Dreams) as well as nine novels.

Three of those novels are set in the Maine in which Anne grew up: The Book of the Mandolin Player, Cow Palace, and The Springs. Her other books are mystery/adventure novels which are set in the UK, a place to which she is a constant visitor; these include Dovecote, Tapiser, and the Aventurine Morrow series. All the novels feature strong central female characters.

Anne has three children, seven grandchildren, and two cats. Writing books is all she’s ever wanted to do.

Anne will have her works available for sale and signing at the event, which is free and open to the public.  Come support your local authors!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pittsfield/an-evening-with-maine-author-anne-britting-oleson/200030558309542
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Pittsfield
- **state**: ME
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 110 Library St, Pittsfield, ME, United States, Maine 04967
- **lat**: 44.78198
- **long**: -69.38333
- **full address**: 110 Library St, Pittsfield, ME, United States, Maine 04967

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is An Evening with Maine Author Anne Britting Oleson being held?
  - **A:** An Evening with Maine Author Anne Britting Oleson takes place on Wed, 19 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 19 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 110 Library St, Pittsfield, ME, United States, Maine 04967.
- **Q**: Who is organizing An Evening with Maine Author Anne Britting Oleson?
  - **A:** An Evening with Maine Author Anne Britting Oleson is organized by Pittsfield Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** An Evening with Maine Author Anne Britting Oleson 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 Pittsfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If An Evening with Maine Author Anne Britting Oleson sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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