Haunted Histories of Ontario with Mark Leslie at KPL

Author and storyteller Mark Leslie visits Kitchener Public Library for a chilling journey through haunted history, ghostly stories, eerie folklore, and more. With over a half dozen books exploring the supernatural, including his latest collection, Ghost Stories of the Great Lakes, Mark has spent years documenting the spine-tingling reports that lurk in the corners of our local communities. Just in time for Halloween he'll take you on a virtual tour to spotlight some of his favorite haunts and the stories that keep him awake at night. In this special presentation, Mark will weave together tales from his extensive portfolio of true haunting investigations—from phantom ships on the inland seas to the restless spirits echoing through the streets of various Canadian locations, including a few tales from right here in Waterloo Region. He'll share a behind-the-scenes look at the research, the eyewitness accounts, and the legends that refuse to fade away. The evening will feature a combination of visuals to accompany engaging tales similar to the ones you might expect to hear around a campfire or in a haunted parlor, and will include a few brief readings from his latest books and a deep dive into the craft of a life spent fascinated with an researching the paranormal. Regsitration required: Register for Mark Leslie: Haunted Histories of Ontario

Location: Kitchener Public Library, Central Library Theatre Doors: 6:30 p.m. Audience Q&A and book signing to follow.

Books will be available to purchase onsite from Words Worth Books

Kitchener Public Library

events@kpl.org