BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY TO HOST TWO DETROIT-CENTRIC AUTHOR TALKS  

February 4, 2025

Bloomfield Township Public Library is proud to present the following Detroit-centric author talk programs:

The Library and the Jewish Historical Society of Michigan are pleased to co-present an evening with the Honorable Gerald E. Rosen (Ret.), author of Grand Bargain: The Inside Story of Detroit’s Dramatic Journey from Bankruptcy to Rebirth on Sunday, February 23 at 2 p.m. As the architect of the “Grand Bargain”—the landmark deal that helped to preserve the city’s invaluable assets, including the Detroit Institute of Arts’ priceless collection—Judge Rosen will reflect on the extraordinary process that brought the city back from the brink of collapse. Books will be available to purchase. Registration for this event is required at jhsmichigan.org.

Journalist John Gallagher discusses his new book, Rust Belt Reporter: A Memoir on Tuesday, February 25 at 7 p.m. as he reflects on his 32 years reporting for the Detroit Free Press. His stories describe the ups and downs of Detroit’s unique history as well as an inside look at the local newsroom. Books will be available to purchase. Registration for this event is required at btpl.org or by calling 248-642-5800.

“We are thrilled to host two remarkable local authors this February, offering our community a chance to dive deep into Detroit’s history and transformation. John Gallagher’s memoir will give a unique, firsthand perspective on the city’s evolution, while Judge Rosen’s insights into the ‘Grand Bargain’ showcase the incredible resilience of Detroit and its cultural treasures. These events are a wonderful opportunity to learn from two individuals who have witnessed and shaped the city’s journey,” said Laura J. Kraly, Adult and Teen Services Department Head.

 

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