Events Calendar
Our Events Calendar is officially live, featuring all the book signings and market pop-ups where you can grab a copy of Travel That Makes Sense. Be sure to check the dates so you don't miss your chance to connect with us and finish your holiday shopping in one stop!
Book Stops - Atlanta GA September 7
This week, I’m starting a new Book Stops tour, visiting cozy bookstores and welcoming coffee shops. I’m excited to browse the shelves, talk with booksellers, find hidden literary gems, and enjoy a great cup of coffee. Some of the best travel stories begin in the small places where we take a break.
Date: September 7, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Atlanta, GA
North Georgia Book Fair September 12
The North Georgia Regional Book Fair celebrates emerging and aspiring writers from the Southeast in Dahlonega, GA, by nurturing writers, promoting literacy, and building community.
Contact us to find out where you can meet at the event!
Date: September 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: UNG Convocation Center, 180 Alumni Drive, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Book Stops - Knoxville, TN September 18
The bookstore tour continues in Knoxville, visiting local bookstores and introducing Travel That Makes Sense. I’m looking forward to meeting local bookstores and connecting with readers.
Contact us to meet at one of the wonderful bookstores in the Knoxville, TN area.
Date: September 18, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: Visiting bookstores around Knoxville, TN
Atlanta Writers Club Conference
The Atlanta Writers Club Writers Conference brings together authors, publishers, editors, and literary professionals for a full day of panels, workshops, and one-on-one conversations about the craft and business of writing.
Date: November 6-7, 2026
Time: All Day Event
Location: Westin Atlanta Airport
Book Stops - Lexington, KY October 1
This week, I’m starting a new Book Stops tour, visiting cozy bookstores and welcoming coffee shops. I’m excited to browse the shelves, talk with booksellers, find hidden literary gems, and enjoy a great cup of coffee. Some of the best travel stories begin in the small places.
Date: October 1, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Visiting bookstores around Lexington, KY
Book Presentation on November 19
Book event at the Big Canoe Rotary Club in Big Canoe. The Rotary Club has 60 members and supports local, regional, national, and international service projects.
Contact us to learn where you can meet the author!
Date: November 19, 2026
Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: The Clubhouse on Lake Sconti 186 Clubhouse Drive, Jasper, GA 30143
Book Publishing Day
The wait is finally over! Travel That Makes Sense officially launches on November 1st, inviting you to trade the checklist for a deeper connection with the world.
Contact us to find out where you can buy or order your book.
Date: November 1, 2026
Time: All-day Celebration
Location: Big Canoe, 186 Clubhouse Drive , Jasper, GA 30143
Book Presentation & Signing
The wait is finally over! Travel That Makes Sense officially launches on November 1st, inviting you to trade the checklist for a deeper connection with the world.
Contact us to find out where you can buy or order your book.
Date: November 5, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: Cumming Library, 585 Dahlonega Street, Cumming, GA 30040
2026 Holiday Market at The Lodge in Jasper, GA
Traveling or know someone who will travel soon? Fill the Christmas stockings with a Travel That Makes Sense! Meet with Dirk Ebener and learn more about his fascinating travel memoirs.
Date: November 21, 2026
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: The Lodge at Old Mill, 230 Old Mill White Rd Ext, Jasper, GA 30143
Meet the Author Online Networking Event
Join us for an exclusive first look at newly published book Travel That Makes Sense, as we host a morning of coffee and conversation with the author. Grab a cup and discover the inspiration behind the new release before it officially hits the shelves.
Date: November 22, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Coming Soon!
Big Canoe Holiday Market & Tree Lighting
Come celebrate Christmas with great company, festive vendors, delicious food, shopping, Santa Claus, Christmas Dancers, and a Big Canoe Christmas Tree Lighting
See you there! Hoo Hoo Hoo!
Date: November 27
Time: 11:00 am - 6:30 pm
Location: Big Canoe Club House
Book Signing on December 5
The wait is finally over! Travel That Makes Sense officially launches on November 1st, and it is time to celebrate! This will be the first of several book signing events coming up over the next couple of weeks.
Contact us to find out where you can meet with the author!
Date: December 5, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: The Lodge at Old Mill, 230 Old Mill White Rd Ext, Jasper, GA 30143
Book Signing on December 11
I’m delighted to be signing copies of Travel That Makes Sense at a special private event, sharing the stories and inspiration behind the book with guests. Stories that make every journey memorable.
Contact us to find out where you can meet with the author!
Date: December 11, 2026
Private Event!
Book Signing on December 12
The wait is finally over! Travel That Makes Sense officially launches on November 1st, and it is time to celebrate! This will be the first of several book signing events coming up over the next couple of weeks.
Contact us to find out where you can meet with the author!
Date: December 12, 2026
Time: TBD
Location: Bear Book Market,
85 East Main St., Dahlonega, GA 30533
Local Book Signings
Join us for an upcoming book signing of Travel That Makes Sense, where you can meet the author and share stories about your favorite local and global adventures. It’s the perfect opportunity to grab a signed copy just in time to wrap it up for the traveler on your Christmas list!
