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Making Your Life Into Speculative Fiction

with award-winning writer, Cat Rambo

2026-01-15 17:30:00 2026-01-15 19:00:00 America/New_York Making Your Life Into Speculative Fiction How can you use your own everyday existence to write a story that seems real, even when it’s got otherworldly elements like cybernauts, dragons, or amorphous creatures from another dimension? Francis Branch - The Pasture Room

Thursday, January 15
5:30pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-15 17:30:00 2026-01-15 19:00:00 America/New_York Making Your Life Into Speculative Fiction How can you use your own everyday existence to write a story that seems real, even when it’s got otherworldly elements like cybernauts, dragons, or amorphous creatures from another dimension? Francis Branch - The Pasture Room

Francis Branch

The Pasture Room

How can you use your own everyday existence to write a story that seems real, even when it’s got otherworldly elements like cybernauts, dragons, or amorphous creatures from another dimension?

Come prepared to write in the class as we test out some of the principles of turning ordinary existence into the fantastic! 

photo of author of Cat Rambo

Cat Rambo (they/them) is an American science fiction and fantasy writer and editor. Rambo is winner of the Nebula Award for Best Novelette for "Carpe Glitter". They were co-editor of Fantasy Magazine from 2007 to 2011, which earned them a 2012 World Fantasy Special Award—Non-professional nomination.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Literature & Writing | Language & Storytelling |

Francis Branch

Phone: 574-282-4641
Branch manager
Tisa Birdette

Hours
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Mon, Mar 02 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Mar 03 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Mar 04 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Mar 05 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Mar 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Mar 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 08 Closed

About the branch

Features: two public meeting rooms, public computers, wireless laptops for in-house use, outdoor patio

Upcoming events

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Tue, Mar 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.

Tue, Mar 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Silo Room
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Meet Community Health Workers and get a free health screening at our SJCPL branches!

Tue, Mar 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
The Pasture Room
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Kirsten will explain what decluttering really means, why it’s so beneficial, and the psychology behind letting go of belongings.

Tue, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.

Thu, Mar 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Silo Room
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Do you love fantasy literature, or are you hoping to expand your reading world? Join us at The Green Dragon, a fantasy book club hosted by the Francis Branch.

Tue, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.

Tue, Mar 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Silo Room
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Meet Community Health Workers and get a free health screening at our SJCPL branches!

Tue, Mar 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Silo Room
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Pick up a crow quill pen, dip it in ink, and learn the fine art of hand lettering. Participants will try a variety of calligraphic exercises and styles!

Tue, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.

Tue, Mar 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Silo Room
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Meet Community Health Workers and get a free health screening at our SJCPL branches!

Wed, Mar 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Pasture Room
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Play video games and experience our VR headset in a glowing blacklight atmosphere. Test your skills at mini golf, enjoy light snacks, and hang out with friends. For ages 12–18.

Tue, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.

Tue, Mar 31, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
The Pasture Room
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Come join us for Book Talks! This book club meets in person on the last Tuesday of every month. Be a part of the discussion by sharing your review of your current reads!

Tue, Mar 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Silo Room
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Meet Community Health Workers and get a free health screening at our SJCPL branches!

Tue, Apr 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Silo Room
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Meet Community Health Workers and get a free health screening at our SJCPL branches!

Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.

Thu, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Silo Room
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Do you love fantasy literature, or are you hoping to expand your reading world? Join us at The Green Dragon, a fantasy book club hosted by the Francis Branch.

Mon, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 2:35pm
The Pasture Room
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This six-week course will focus on empowering older adults to make positive, healthy choices. This series is in partnership with REAL Services.
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Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Silo Room
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Meet Community Health Workers and get a free health screening at our SJCPL branches!

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Pasture Room
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Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs which build on practices that prepare children to learn to read. Recommended for ages 3 - 5. Families are welcome.