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Author Linda McCann: Lost Linn County
2025-09-18 18:00:00 2025-09-18 19:00:00 America/Chicago Author Linda McCann: Lost Linn County The Friends of the Hiawatha Public Library are thrilled to welcome Linda McCann back! Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1

Thursday, September 18
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-18 18:00:00 2025-09-18 19:00:00 America/Chicago Author Linda McCann: Lost Linn County The Friends of the Hiawatha Public Library are thrilled to welcome Linda McCann back! Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1

Hiawatha Public Library

Forrest Kramer Room 103.1

The Friends of the Hiawatha Public Library are thrilled to welcome Linda McCann back!

Discover the hidden history of Linn County, Iowa! Linda's book Lost Linn County explores over 200 named locations—from forgotten post offices and early town names to quirky nicknames and vanished landmarks. Uncover the stories behind places like Pin Hook, Katieville, and Prairiesburg.

For over a decade, Linda McCann has been a popular speaker at Iowa libraries, captivating audiences with her in-depth research and engaging wit. Don't miss this fun evening.

Books will be available for purchase.

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Speaker | Friends of HPL | Community |

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