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Join us for a book talk, discussion, and signing of the newly published book Always Julia: The Art of a Life by Ava Zacardi (the pen name of Oasis art instructor Evelyn Fiorenza). Ava was inspired by her art students. Their desires and passion for learning and willingness to not see age as a barrier motivated her to rekindle her own dream of writing. A writing class at Oasis with Linda Lowen sparked the creation of this book.

The novel starts with a memory revealed in a dream. A dream that sets in motion a cascade of revelations. Recently divorced and unemployed, Julia finds herself living alone in a small house in Astoria. Haunting memories, surprising realities, and personal triumphs draw a new, unexpected picture. Spanning decades of Julia’s life, family memories lift themselves off the pages and into your heart. Always Julia is an emotional roller coaster with unexpected twists and turns. This fast-paced novel draws you in and leaves you wanting more.