Promoting Life-Long Learning in School & Public Libraries

The Dedham Library Innovation Team (DLIT) is a 501(c)(3) organization committed to creating collaborative, positive partnerships between the libraries, schools, public officials, businesses, and residents in order to support the strategic vision and development of a best-in-class, vibrant public library system in Dedham, MA. 

Dedham Reads Together 2025

Celebrating unlikely friendships

featuring

the sound of a wild snail eating by Elisabeth tova Bailey

“Brilliant.” —The New York Review of Books

In a work that beautifully demonstrates the rewards of closely observing nature, Elisabeth Tova Bailey shares an inspiring and intimate story of her encounter with a Neohelix albolabris—a common woodland snail.

While an illness keeps her bedridden, Bailey watches a wild snail that has taken up residence on her nightstand. As a result, she discovers the solace and sense of wonder that this mysterious creature brings and comes to a greater understanding of her own place in the world.

Meet author Elisabeth Tova Bailey
during a Zoom event at the Dedham Public Library
Wednesday, April 30th - 6:30 pm

Sip and Paint (a snail) with DLIT
Wine Tasting and Paint Night at TLC Studios in Dedham Square with
Peter H. Reynolds (Blue Bunny and TLC Studios) and
Stan Hilbert (Few and Far and Satellite Bottle Shop).
Friday, May 2nd - 6:30 pm