Debut novelist Melissa Falcon Field and author Bill Roorbach will kick off a Tainted Love Talk and Tour, discussing Roorbach’s “Remedy for Love” and Field’s “What Burns Away,” in an evening about love, winter and other natural disasters. A reception follows the talk, featuring chocolates, prosecco, cake and music by Paul Mellyn. Books will be available for purchase and book signing.

WHEN: 7 p.m. Friday

WHERE: The Firehouse Center, Damariscotta

HOW MUCH: $10 or free with purchase of either book

INFO: mainecoastbookshop.com, 563-3207