The Acclaimed Author Series, presented by Jewish Experiences, a collaboration of Jewish Federation and The J, will conclude its spring season with an event with Joe Posnanski.
Posnanski, as New York Times bestselling author of six books and former Kansas City Star sports columnist, will speak on Thursday, March 7, at 7 p.m. at the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (1616 E. 18th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108). He will focus on his book “Why We Love Baseball: A History in 50 Moments.”
The event is free, and registration is strongly encouraged. Interested individuals can visit thejkc.org/aas for more information and to register.
When Posnanski’s father came to the United States from Israel, he made certain to learn baseball so that he could teach it to his oldest son. When Posnanski’s mother saw that her son was a baseball nut, she helped him collect baseball cards. Posnanski has made a career out of sports coverage, being named National Sportswriter of the Year by five organizations and writing six books.
Moderated by Ben Heisler, host of “Benny & The Bets” on KC Sports Network, the event will include special guests from the Kansas City sports community.
The Acclaimed Author Series is co-sponsored by Jewish Experiences and the Jewish Book Council and is supported by the Sam Schultz Jewish Book Fair Fund.
Monarch Books & Gifts is the exclusive bookseller of the Acclaimed Author Series. Only copies purchased from Monarch Books & Gifts will be eligible for signing by the author.
Additional information about the Acclaimed Author Series and other programs held by Jewish Experiences is available at thejkc.org/jewishexperiences.
