VIRTUAL EVENT: Armchair Traveler - Greek Island of Chios

Tuesday, July 910:30—11:30 AMZoom

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Join Jeff Klapes, the Traveling Librarian, for his newest armchair travel presentations. This series highlights travel photography and stories and travel tips about destinations around the world. This month, travel to Chios, an island in the eastern Aegean, which captivates with its diverse landscapes and rich history. Famous for its medieval villages, fragrant citrus orchards, and serene beaches, it offers a blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty. The island is renowned for its unique mastic gum cultivation, a tradition dating back to ancient times. Visitors can explore UNESCO-listed monasteries and castles and enjoy local delicacies like mastiha-flavored sweets.  Jeff is the recently retired Head of Reference Services at the Lucius Beebe Memorial Library in Wakefield and an avid traveler and photographer.

Sponsored by the Friends of Thayer Memorial Library, the Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library and Corning Community Impact & Investment.

NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program.

Registration Required Via Zoom Link