2009-06-08 at 7 – 9 p.m.
Reston Presents is a monthly lecture and presentation series that highlights the multifaceted talents of local residents. Topics include anything from cooking demonstrations to stories from war veterans and book signings with local authors. Reston Presents… is sponsored by the Reston Association and the Reston Community Center.

No registration required.

For more information or to volunteer to be a presenter, please contact 703-435-6577.

FEATURING: “Spreading the Word – A History of Information in the California Gold Rush.” Meet the author of this fascinating book, Dick Stillson and learn about the trials and travails of gold rushers from the East seeking their fortune in California. Mr. Stillson’s presentation will feature maps and images of newspaper articles as well as guidebooks used by the gold rushers.