An Evening with Don Winslow: 2026 Annual Author Talk Fundraiser

Join us for the Mystic & Noank Library’s fifth annual Author Talk at Snediker Yacht Restoration, featuring bestselling author Don Winslow, in conversation with Rick Koster.

Named “America’s Greatest Living Crime Writer” by The Providence Journal, Winslow is the acclaimed author of numerous works of crime fiction, including the Cartel Trilogy - beginning with The Power of the Dog - and the City on Fire trilogy, set among Irish and Italian mob families in Rhode Island.

Winslow will discuss his celebrated writing career and his latest book, The Final Score, a collection of six novellas exploring crime, corruption, and vengeance.

The evening will also offer an opportunity to celebrate the Mystic & Noank Library’s 2026 Volunteers of the Year, Friends of the Library Co-Presidents Kathy Busse and Patricia Menno-Coveney, and to recognize their dedicated service to the Library and our community.

The event begins with a reception from 5:00 to 6:00 PM, featuring drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and an opportunity to purchase books from Bank Square Books. The author conversation will follow from 6:00 to 7:00 PM.

Tickets are $125 per person and include admission to the reception and author talk. Space is limited, and the event is expected to sell out.

We are grateful to Snediker Yacht Restoration for generously hosting this special evening at its beautiful Old Mystic location:

35 Campground Road
Old Mystic, CT

This event is part of the Mystic & Noank Library’s 2026 Annual Fundraising effort. Proceeds support the Library, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing access to resources, programs, lifelong learning, and meaningful community connection.

Thank you for your support.

Interested in sponsoring the event?

Sponsors receive recognition in event promotions and on-site materials.

To ensure inclusion, all sponsorship commitments and company logos must be submitted by September 1, 2026.

We are deeply grateful to the incredible sponsors who are helping make this evening possible. Their support plays a vital role in sustaining the Mystic & Noank Library and its many programs.