Ted Morgan will be the guest speaker at historic Union Chapel in Oak Bluffs at 10 a.m. this Sunday. Mr. Morgan has recently returned from a memorable trip to Normandy for the 65th anniversary of the D-Day landing and will share his experiences at the service. The Rev. Dr. John Schule will lead the devotional section.

So you’re Kate Feiffer, and you think you’re set to have two new children’s books released, with all the attendant tours and book signings . . . when along comes another project with a yesterday-deadline attached to it, some super-sized hoopla stemming from its topicality, and the next thing you know USA Today’s Life section features it on the front page, Stephen Colbert is flashing a copy of your book on the air, and your Amazon.com sales perform a turn-around jump shot.

For the first time since the 1980s, Island photographer Peter Simon is teaching a series of courses for beginners. The next workshop runs from July 16 to July 19, with additional workshops August 13 to 16, Sept. 10 to 13, and Oct. 9 to 12 (Columbus Day weekend.) Participants don’t need fancy equipment or familiarity with the technical side of photography in order to qualify for the course.

Writing From the Heart

Writing coach Nancy Slonim Aronie will conduct a mini-workshop for aspiring writers at the Chilmark Public Library on Wednesday, July 1 at 5:30 p.m.

Writing From The Heart: Finding Your Own Voice is a workshop that is nurturing for the beginning writer and a jump-start for the burnt-out professional. Admission is free. For details, call 508-645-3360.

The Vineyard Haven library’s summer reading program for children of all ages begins June 30. This year’s theme is starship adventure, in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the first man landing on the moon. Children are encouraged to visit the library and sign up, keep a log of books read and attend programs, such as story times, drop-in crafts, chess club, Wii games, and several film showings.