Barris speaks to Durham Genealogical Society

As part of its fall 2011 program, the Durham Region Genealogical Society has invited Ted Barris to address the membership on Tuesday, September 6, 2011. He will speak about the job of getting veterans to speak about their experiences; his talk is based on one of his recent bestselling books, “Breaking the Silence: Veterans’ Untold Stories from the Great War to Afghanistan.” Copies of a number of Ted’s books will be on hand for sale and autographing.

During visits, Ted reads, speaks and offers visuals.
During visits, Ted reads, speaks and offers visuals.

When: 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011.

Where:  Oshawa Public Library, 65 Bagot St., Oshawa, Ontario (one block south of City Hall)

Contact: 905-720-0985 durham@ogs.on.ca


About Ted Barris

Ted Barris is an accomplished author, journalist and broadcaster. As well as hosting stints on CBC Radio and regular contributions to the national press, he has authored 18 non-fiction books and served (for 18 years) as professor of journalism/broadcasting at Centennial College in Toronto. He has written a weekly column/webblog - The Barris Beat - for more than 30 years.

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