Stowe Free Library

The focus of the discussion will be on two landmark plays, “The Front Page” by Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur, and “Lucky Guy” by Nora Ephron. These plays, bookending the 20th century’s golden age of journalism, provide startling insights into the minds and methods of journalists. As well as a discussion about journalism — its past, present and future — the discussions will focus on the format of the stage as a method of presentation.

In addition to the two plays, participants will read a selection of Nora Ephron’s writing on journalism from the new collection, “The Best of Nora Ephron.”

Kerivan studied journalism and broadcasting at the University of Maine and has worked in radio, television and newspapers. He teaches at the Community College of Vermont; among his course offerings are classes on contemporary media studies. His new book, “A Brief History of Innkeeping in the 21st Century,” will be available from The Vermont Press this spring.

Information: 253-6145; stowelibrary.org.

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Conversation series continues at library

Stowe Free Library’s “In Our Own Backyard” speaker series continues next week with David Goodman, who will give a slideshow, talk and answer questions about the “Best Backcountry Skiing in the Northeast.” The event takes place Thursday, Feb. 6, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the library.

Future installments of the series will feature Walt McLaughlin on “The Allure of Deep Woods — Backpacking the Northville-Placid Trail” on March 27 at 7 p.m.; Ellen Stimson on “Mud Season” on April 3 at 7 p.m.; and Patricia Haslam on “Ski Pioneers of Stowe” on May 8 at 4 p.m.

All events are free and open to the public.