Skip to main content
close
font 1 font 2 font 3
Reset to standard size
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Yellow on Black White on Black Soft Greys Black on Linen Black on White
Reset to default contrast
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Utah Humanities Book Festival graphic with illustration of UT

Registration now closed

Todd Hugie, "Unveiling Secrets

Inside House Down Dirt Lane", Author Event
2024-10-29 19:00:00 2024-10-29 20:30:00 America/Denver Todd Hugie, "Unveiling Secrets In Partnership with the Utah Humanities Book Festival. Brigham City Library - Room 3, Rooms 1&2 (Combined)

Tuesday, October 29
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-29 19:00:00 2024-10-29 20:30:00 America/Denver Todd Hugie, "Unveiling Secrets In Partnership with the Utah Humanities Book Festival. Brigham City Library - Room 3, Rooms 1&2 (Combined)

Brigham City Library

Room 3, Rooms 1&2 (Combined)

In Partnership with the Utah Humanities Book Festival.

Join us for an electrifying evening with Todd Hugie, author of the gripping suspense novel House Down Dirt Lane. As part of the Utah Humanities Book Festival, Todd Hugie will delve into the creation of this captivating story, exploring the blend of real-life events, political intrigue, and the unseen forces that drive the narrative. Discover the inspiration behind the characters, the challenges of weaving fact with fiction, and the process of building suspense that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Whether you’re a fan of thrillers, interested in the writing process, or simply love a good story, this event promises an unforgettable experience.

Author Todd Hugie  Book Cover for House Down Dirt Lane: old, weathered house in the moonlight

Author Bio:

Residing in Utah’s picturesque Cache Valley, Todd Hugie draws inspiration from the beauty around him, supported by his loving wife, Sandra, and their five wonderful children, their dog, and their mischievous cat. His diverse experiences, including an adventurous childhood, serving in the Marine Corps, and earning degrees in computer science and library and information science, shape his imaginative storytelling. He currently works at Utah State University Libraries as the director of information technology and has been involved in running and race directing for over forty years. This is his first suspense novel.

Author Website: www.toddhugie.com

Additional Event Information

 Author book signing and book sales information: A book signing will follow this event. Many thanks to Three Goats Gruff book store for providing book sales for this event.

 Registration: Registration for this event is not required, however, if you register you will receive an event reminder via e-mail, and if you opt-in to a text message, also a text reminder.

 Access information: If you would like to attend via Zoom, please use this link to register for the "Brigham City Library Book Festival Events" Zoom recurring webinar. This link will work for all four of the Library's 2024 Festival events.

 Credits & Partnerships: Part of the Brigham City Library Book Festival: Celebrating Books, Ideas, and Imagination.

Utah Humanities Book Festival

This event is made possible in Partnership with Utah Humanities as part of the annual Utah Humanities Book Festival.

For other Utah Humanities Book Festival programs and events around the state visit the Utah Humanities website to view the Festival calendar.

  

This event counts toward the NaNoWriMo challenge, and word counts may be included in your weekly totals. To join NaNoWriMo or learn more, CLICK HERE!

 

AGE GROUP: | General |

EVENT TYPE: | Writing | Special Event | Book Sale | Authors |

TAGS: | Book Festival |

Brigham City Library
Phone: 435-723-5850
Hours
Mon, Mar 10 10:00AM to 8:45PM
Tue, Mar 11 10:00AM to 8:45PM
Wed, Mar 12 10:00AM to 8:45PM
Thu, Mar 13 10:00AM to 8:45PM
Fri, Mar 14 10:00AM to 5:45PM
Sat, Mar 15 10:00AM to 5:45PM
Sun, Mar 16 Closed
previous
this week
next
About the Branch

The Brigham City Public Library is located between Main Street and 100 East, northeast of the old courthouse.

Upcoming Events

English Class - Beginning ELL
Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Room 1
Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with other students. No experience required.
Registration is now closed
English Class - High Beginning ELL
Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Room 3
Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with other students.
Registration is now closed
English Class - Intermediate ELL
Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Room 2
Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with other students. Some English skill required.
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Smart Dating - USU Extension Class
Mon, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Brigham City Library
Learn the signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships and avoid falling for a jerk (or jerkette). FREE CHILDCARE provided by the Box Elder Family Support Center!
Storytime - Tuesdays (ages 3-5)
Tue, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Stories, songs, & activities for children ages 3-5 with a craft and 20-30 minutes of playtime after storytime. No registration!
Library Board Meeting
Tue, Mar 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Brigham City Library - Room 3
Public meeting of the Brigham City Library Board.
Storytime - Wednesdays (ages 3-5)
Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Stories, songs, & activities for children ages 3-5 with a craft and 20-30 minutes of playtime after storytime. No registration is needed!
Baby Storytime - Wednesdays (ages 0-2)
Wed, Mar 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Stories, songs, & activities for children ages 0-2 years with 15-20 minutes of playtime after storytime. No registration!
English Class - High Beginning ELL
Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Room 3
Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with other students.
Registration is now closed
English Class - Beginning ELL
Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Library - Mystery Corner
Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with other students. No experience required.
Registration is now closed
English Class - Intermediate ELL
Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Library - Literacy Office
Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with other students. Some English skill required.
Registration is now closed
Japanese American Pioneers in Box Elder County - Curating the Exhibit in the Brigham City Museum
Thu, Mar 20, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Come hear our panelists discuss the creation of the exhibit “Uncovering the Journey: Japanese American Pioneers in Box Elder County”.
English Class - Beginning ELL
Mon, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Room 1
Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with other students. No experience required.
Registration is now closed
English Class - High Beginning ELL
Mon, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Room 3
Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with other students.
Registration is now closed
English Class - Intermediate ELL
Mon, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Room 2
Practice speaking, reading, and writing English with other students. Some English skill required.
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Smart Dating - USU Extension Class
Mon, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Brigham City Library
Learn the signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships and avoid falling for a jerk (or jerkette). FREE CHILDCARE provided by the Box Elder Family Support Center!
Storytime - Tuesdays (ages 3-5)
Tue, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Stories, songs, & activities for children ages 3-5 with a craft and 20-30 minutes of playtime after storytime. No registration!
Alysia S. Knight, "You Want to be a Writer" - Author Event
Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
So you want to write a book. Let's get you started by going over the story elements, theme, setting, characters, and conflict. And, take a look at plot diagrams that can help on laying out your story.
Storytime - Wednesdays (ages 3-5)
Wed, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Stories, songs, & activities for children ages 3-5 with a craft and 20-30 minutes of playtime after storytime. No registration is needed!
Baby Storytime - Wednesdays (ages 0-2)
Wed, Mar 26, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Stories, songs, & activities for children ages 0-2 years with 15-20 minutes of playtime after storytime. No registration!
Localscapes Class - Brigham City
Wed, Mar 26, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Transform unused lawn areas into beautiful landscape! Learn from the experts on how to turn your yard into a stunning oasis. The class is free and space is limited, so register today!
Register
Evening Storytime
Thu, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Stories, songs, & activities for ages 3-5. Drop-in attendance, no registration needed!
Internet Safety for Parents and Caregivers - Protecting Your Kids from Online Predators
Wed, Apr 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Please join Detective Dustin Stewart from the Weber County Sheriff's Office for a presentation and discussion on keeping kids safe online.
Humanities Book Group - Enduring Conviction
Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Reading & discussion on "Enduring Conviction" by Lorraine K. Bannai.
Cardboard Creations
Mon, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Bring the whole family to a night of creativity and teamwork! Registration required. This event is part of National Library Week.
Storytime - Tuesdays (ages 3-5)
Tue, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Stories, songs, & activities for children ages 3-5 with a craft and 20-30 minutes of playtime after storytime. No registration!
Game Zone
Tue, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Bring your own games and meet other gamers. Plenty of space and large tables! This event is part of National Library Week.
Speed Date with a Book - Spring Multi-Author Panel
Tue, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Meet six authors! Find out more about their books and writing lives and bring any questions you have for them on writing or their paths to publication. This event is part of National Library Week.
Storytime - Wednesdays (ages 3-5)
Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Stories, songs, & activities for children ages 3-5 with a craft and 20-30 minutes of playtime after storytime. No registration is needed!
Baby Storytime - Wednesdays (ages 0-2)
Wed, Apr 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Stories, songs, & activities for children ages 0-2 years with 15-20 minutes of playtime after storytime. No registration!
Game Zone
Wed, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Bring your own games and meet other gamers. Plenty of space and large tables! This event is part of National Library Week.
P/K Book Group - Ghosts
Thu, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Book club for kids and their parents. Includes a book to read and a treat to share. This event is part of National Library Week.
P/K Book Group - Ghosts
Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Book club for kids and their parents. Includes a book to read and a treat to share. This event is part of National Library Week.
Family Chalk Art
Sat, Apr 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Bill of Rights Plaza - between Brigham City Offices & Library
Help decorate the plaza outside the Library with chalk art. Registration encouraged. This event is part of National Library Week.
Storytime - Tuesdays (ages 3-5)
Tue, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Brigham City Library - Rooms 1&2 (Combined)
Stories, songs, & activities for children ages 3-5 with a craft and 20-30 minutes of playtime after storytime. No registration!
Library Board Meeting
Tue, Apr 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Brigham City Library - Room 3
Public meeting of the Brigham City Library Board.
See all events