Curious about clouds? Mystified by Marbled Murrelets? How do you begin to learn about something you know nothing about? Join Olympia author Maria Mudd Ruth for her presentation on the her latest books, A Sideways Look at Clouds (2017) and Rare Bird: Pursuing the Mystery of the Marbled Murrelet (2013). Maria will explore the role of curiosity, honesty, humor, and personal "sideways" perspective in appreciating and understanding the natural wonders around us.

The program will feature a selection of slides featuring stunning Pacific Northwest clouds, marbled murrelets followed by Q&A, and sales/signing of her two books.