TOWNSEND — As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, author and longtime broadcaster Ted Reinstein invites the community to take a fresh — and often humorous — look at the stories behind America’s founding.
Reinstein will present “Greetings from Breed’s Hill … and Other Stories of Fact & Folklore for the 250th” from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, at the Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Road, sharing little-known anecdotes and surprising details gathered over nearly three decades of reporting across New England.
Long before independence was officially achieved, moments both monumental and overlooked helped shaped the nation’s identify.
Reinstein will revisit these iconic events such as Paul Revere’s famous ride and explore the enduring rivalry between Bunker Hill and Breed’s Hill.
The program will also delve into the ongoing (and good-natured) competition between Concord and Lexington, visit historic Copp’s Hill Burying Ground, and uncover the stories behind artifacts that still bear witness to the Revolutionary era.
Blending history, storytelling and humor, Reinstein’s presentation will offer a deeper look at the “story behind the story” of America’s beginnings.
Reinstein is a longtime reporter for “Chronicle,” WCVB-TV’s award-winning regional news magazine, and the author of several books exploring New England history, culture and its wonderful people.
“The theme of ‘community’ has long been central to my reporting around New England,” said Reinstein. “Diners, general stores and public libraries are all gathering places, and that’s what I love most about doing my talks — being part of that and helping to foster it. This new talk for the 250th is especially fun because the stories I share go beyond the well-known narrative, uncovering lesser-known moments with a real ‘who knew?’ element — which I love.”
This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Townsend Public Library.
For more information on this presentation, or to register, visit the library’s calendar at townsendlibrary.org. For more information on Ted Reinstein, visit tedreinstein.com.
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