Events

Jeff Kinney, author and illustrator of the juggernaut middle-grades "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" book series, will appear at Vanderbilt University on Saturday, Oct. 24, to celebrate the release of the 21st book in the series, "Fight or Flight." Read More

Grammy and Emmy award-winning entertainer Harry Connick Jr. will discuss his debut book, "Babe: Elaboratio–A Tribute to My Mother," on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Vanderbilt University. Read More

The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries will celebrate the conversations that arise from books, reading and the exchange of ideas when they host a series of talks on Vanderbilt University’s campus this fall featuring prominent authors. Read More

Vanderbilt is honored to be the repository for the Mike Longo Papers (MSS.1163). To honor the legacy of composer/arranger/jazz pianist Mike Longo, two exhibits highlighting his life, career, and contributions to jazz can be viewed both on the second floor of the Central Library and in the lobby of… Read More

Stand-up comedian Dusty Slay, known for his blue-collar observational storytelling style, will discuss his new collection of personal essays, "We’re Having a Good Time," on Thursday, Nov. 12, at Vanderbilt University. Read More

Lola the therapy dog will be at the Wilson Music Library from 12-2 p.m. on August 31, 2026. Neither she nor her handler, Holly, have a history of biting, so feel free to stop by!… Read More

The Anne Potter Wilson Music Library (located on the 2nd floor of the Blair School of Music) will be hosting an informal breakfast on the first day of fall semester classes, August 26, 2026, from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Drop by to meet faculty, students, and staff, and learn about our… Read More

Acclaimed, best-selling author Bonnie Garmus will discuss her new novel, "Peck & Peck," on Thursday, Nov. 19, at Vanderbilt University. Read More

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, BA’00, will discuss his new book, "Go and Do Likewise: How We Heal a Broken Country," on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Vanderbilt University. Read More

Celebrated author Barbara Kingsolver, who has written numerous bestselling novels, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning "Demon Copperhead," will discuss her latest book, "Partita," on Sunday, Oct. 11, at Vanderbilt University. Read More