The Fern Ridge Library Foundation is honored to host our 14th annual Writers & Wine event, featuring author and artist Emily Poole, wine from Bennett Vineyards & Wine Co., appetizers and dessert from Broadway Grill, and raffle prizes.
Save the date for October 18th, 2026!
Writers & Wine 2026 featured author,
Emily Poole
and her latest work, Cascade of Life: An Artist’s Seasonal Guide to the Wild Northwest
About Emily Poole
Born and raised in the mountain town of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Emily Poole has been exploring the wild spaces of the western United States since shortly before she could walk. Emily holds a BFA in illustration from Rhode Island School of Design and has created work for organizations such as Creature Conserve, HawkWatch International, and the National Museum of Wildlife Art. Her work has appeared regularly in High Country News, and she has been the illustrator on six natural history books, including BirdNote: Chirps, Quirks, and Stories of 100 Birds from the Popular Public Radio Show and Northwest Know-How: Trees. She lives in Eugene, Oregon and was voted 2025 Best Artist in Eugene by the Eugene Weekly.
About the Book
Poole’s most recent work, Cascade of Life: An Artist’s Seasonal Guide to the Wild Northwest, is a vividly illustrated book exploring the Pacific Northwest’s ecosystems through the seasons, featuring over 120 species, hands-on activities, and science sidebars. This is her first publication as both author and illustrator.
Celebrating our 14th year of Writers & Wine
Initiated in 2012, this is the 14th year that Writers & Wine has been sponsored by the Fern Ridge Library Foundation. Writers & Wine is a fundraising event for the library and features a regional winery and a Northwest author, with a newly–released book. Your support of the library and for authors makes all the difference. Thank you for your support.
Thank You Sponsors!
Many thanks to Champion Friction Technologies, Lane Forest Products, Swanson Brothers Lumber Co., Territorial Vineyards and Wine Co., David Floyd and Bets Cole, and Mary Jo Wade and Jack Gray for their support.
David Floyd & Bets Cole
Mary Jo Wade & Jack Gray
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Thank you for your support of the Fern Ridge Library
The Fern Ridge Library is a hub for community activity, hosting programs for kids, teens, and adults, and an engaging makers space. You’re sure to find something going on at the Library.
The Friends of the Library is a tax-exempt organization, founded in 1991, that supports library events, programming, outreach, and services. Book sales are a major fund-raiser and involve many volunteers.