Tom Farmen, author of Bessie’s Story: Watching the Lights Go Out, gave a very well-attended discussion and book signing at the Bachelder Library on October 28. Patrons ranging in age from 9 to 90 enjoyed Tom’s readings and his message to “be like Bessie”, who despite her blindness lives life to the fullest and enjoys every day. Having Bessie at the presentation made Tom’s presentation all the better. Pictured are Dominic (left) and Dante (right) Delaney, who attended the presentation after reading Bessie’s Story. They both brought drawings they had done of Bessie to show to Tom. (Photo Credit: Ashley Farmen)
