Tolkien Reading Day

A celebration of the life and works of JRR Tolkien

With the advent of the new Amazon Prime show “The Rings of Power,” a new age of Middle-earth has come to the screen from the pages of J.R.R. Tolkien's writings. One character brought to new life is Sauron, the dreaded foe of The Lord of the Rings. But what was Sauron doing during the Second Age, the period in which the new show is set, according to the source material? Join us for Tolkien Reading Day, an international celebration of the acclaimed author, for a selection of readings on Sauron in the Second Age.

This event involves listening to a panel of readers who will read selections from Tolkien's Second Age. Context will be provided so audience members who haven't read the source material will still be able to follow. Time will be set aside for Q&A and discussion of Tolkien and his work will follow.

What is Tolkien Reading Day?

Tolkien Reading Day is held on the 25th of March each year. The date of the 25th of March was chosen as the date on which the Ring was destroyed, completing Frodo’s quest and vanquishing Sauron.

It has been organized by the Tolkien Society since 2003 to encourage fans to celebrate and promote the life and works of J.R.R. Tolkien by reading favorite passages. 

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We strive to make events welcoming for people of all abilities. To request accommodations, call the library at 509-444-5308.

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