Discovering the Boston Harbor Islands 

The blockbuster movie “Shutter Island” was set on a fictitious island in Boston Harbor, but the true stories of the 34 Boston Harbor Islands are even stranger than fiction. Author Christopher Klein takes you on a virtual tour through the colorful history and natural beauty of one of our best-kept local secrets: the Boston Harbor Islands national park area. Hear tales of ghosts, shipwrecks, prisoners of war, and Revolutionary War battles that took place on “the real Shutter Islands” and get inspired to leave port and visit this urban oasis. (45 minutes plus Q&A)

A History of Boston Sports: From Playful Puritans to Football Patriots

Sports are much more than just a recreational outlet for Bostonians. Sports are intricately woven into the cultural fabric of the city and reflect the Hub’s heart and soul. But, surprisingly, the city’s love affair with sports was far from preordained. Author Christopher Klein talks about Boston’s legendary sports history, offers tips to guide you through the city’s sports scene, and provides some lesser-known facts that’ll test the knowledge of even the most die-hard fan. This fun event will have something for rookies and old-timers alike. (45 minutes plus Q&A)

For availability and pricing, e-mail chris@christopherklein.com. To view his lecture on the Boston Harbor Islands (delivered at the New England Aquarium), click here. 

"We had a full house for the Boston Harbor Islands talk, and the audience raved about all the unique tidbits that Christopher shared in his lecture."--Michelle LeMonde-McIntyre, Framingham Public Library