The Greatest Showman: P. T. Barnum | Bethel Public Library
The Greatest Showman: P. T. Barnum | Bethel Public Library
Join us to kick off our winter series of programs with a man who is well-known around the world and started in Bethel, CT! Bethel native P. T. Barnum was the country's wealthiest person. He left us a rich legacy of memories, including his Barnum & Bailey Circus. Attend this event to learn about his path to success. Also included in this presentation is an audio clip of P. T. Barnum that was made by Thomas Edison!
Presenter Mike Allen is a professional broadcaster of the popular podcast Amazing Tales From Off and On Connecticut's Beaten Path. He interviews experts about fascinating people, places and events from throughout Connecticut's rich history. His podcast is rated among the top 5 to 10% of all podcasts in the United States. Prior to that, he was the on-air radio News Director at i-95 FM (WRKI-FM) and its sister station 940 WINE AM, before becoming Press Secretary for the Mayor of Danbury. During a subsequent 25-year corporate career, he worked, lived, and traveled internationally, specializing in public speaking, communications, and marketing, before retiring. He's lived in Connecticut for more than 50 years and currently resides in Danbury.
Date:
Thursday Jan 5, 2023
Time:
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Contact:
Adult Services Department 203-794-8756 ext. 3 adult@bethellibrary.org
Location:
Maria Parloa Community Room
There are 37 spaces available.
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