n celebration of his forthcoming book, The Mayor, SPC is co-hosting an author talk and Q&A with author Brian Alexander. The Mayor highlights the story of Chester Mayor, Stephan Roots, and explores the realities of local government alongside the people working to shape the future of their community. Both Brian and Mayor Roots will be present and in discussion with one another during this time. The book also features other leaders in our local community, members of SPC, and longtime partners.

As a follow up to the talk on December 3, Rev. Sarah Cooper Searight will be leading a book discussion on Sunday, January 10 at Celia’s Bookshop. Interested readers will have an opportunity to purchase the book at the event on December 3 and read prior to the discussion. We are excited to have the opportunity to partner together with a local business and to get to know our Chester neighbors better through this discussion. For more information and to register, click here.