If you missed my book talk at the Happy Medium Books Cafe on November 17th, you can catch an updated presentation at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library on Sunday, December 8, at 3 p.m. My illustrated talk will bring James R. Anthony to life, and you’ll learn how this unknown but pivotal figure rose from a poor Georgia farm boy to what one historian called the “King of the Chain Banks.” Anthony’s story is part of the broader history of Florida, and yes, I will have books on hand for anyone wishing to buy one.

Book Talk
Sunday, December 8 at 3 p.m.
Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library
101 Library Boulevard in PVB

James R. Anthony rose from poor Georgia farm boy to what one historian called “the King of chain banks.” I’ve been invited to share his story and how he impacted Florida’s story at the Amelia Island Museum of History’s monthly program, 3rd on 3rd — the 3rd Friday of the month — February 21. This will be a one-hour show-and-tell with vintage photographs of the events swirling around this little-known but pivotal figure in our state’s history.

Friday, February 21 at 6 p.m.
Amelia Island Museum of History
233 S. 3rd Street
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034