Monday, October 7, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Join us for the fascinating story of how the Chinese language overcame unparalleled challenges and revolutionized the world of computing. In his new book The Chinese Computer: A Global History of the Information Age, Stanford professor Thomas S. Mullaney explores the many iterations of Chinese language computing technology from the wake of World War II to today.
Thomas S. Mullaney is a Professor of Chinese History at Stanford University. His work has been featured in the LA Times, The Atlantic, the BBC and in invited lectures at Google, Microsoft and Adobe. He holds a Ph.D from Columbia University.
Q&A, book sale and signing to follow.
This talk will take place in the Program Room. Registration is not required.
Tuesday, Oct. 8, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Take a moment to unwind with some quiet reading time. Bring a book of your choice, or choose one from the Library's shelves. After an hour of silent reading together, you'll have time to socialize with your neighbors about what you're reading or anything else.
This program will take place in the Library Program Room. Registration is not required.
Thursday, October 10, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Join us in the Library Program Room on World Mental Health Day for a screening of the 2004 movie Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. In this drama starring Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet, a man has all memories of his girlfriend erased after they break up.
This movie is rated R by the MPAA. Registration not required.
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