An Evening of Stories and Songs with Rick Reiss and Doug Mishkin

In celebration of local author Rick Reiss’ debut novel, The Fireflies, Reiss will be joined by folk singer and songwriter Doug Mishkin for an evening of storytelling and music.

Rick Reiss is an author, columnist, and playwright whose writing captures the intricacies of life, family, love, and nature. He is a regular contributor to The Berkshire Eagle through his column, Reiss’ Pieces. His books include Desperate Love: A Father’s Memoir and his debut novel, The Fireflies, which tells the story of a man whose structured life is shattered after witnessing a horrible tragedy. The novel explores resilience and human connection, and how confronting deep-seated guilt and childhood wounds can pave a path toward love and redemption.

Doug Mishkin is an American folk singer-songwriter, activist, and attorney whose music carries the torch of legends like Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger. Best known for his song “Woody’s Children,” Mishkin blends acoustic storytelling with social commentary on civil rights, freedom, and economic justice. His latest album is Tip of the Spear, combining social protest and the personal.

This event is free and open to the public. Copies of The Fireflies will be available for sale and signing!