As part of the Concord Festival of Authors, we are fortunate to have Jean Duffy join us to discuss her book, Soccer Grannies: The South African Women Who Inspire the World. This book tells the story of a team of 40 to 80-year-old women in rural South Africa who defy social convention to play soccer for the health benefits and companionship it provides. Their strength and resiliency help them face life’s challenges with dignity, humor, and hope. They teach the rest of us that age, gender, and expectations cannot define an athlete.

Please note that instead of our usual amble on the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail the fourth Wednesday of the month, for October we are meeting at the Fowler Branch on the fifth Wednesday at 10 am. We will gather downstairs in the Fowler meeting room to enjoy a special presentation.

If you would like to read the book before the talk, copies will be available for pick up at Fowler, or the eBook can be downloaded from Libby.