Derek Volk, author of “Chasing the Rabbit: A Dad’s Life Raising His Son on the Spectrum,” will talk about the challenges and triumphs his family has experienced raising a son with autism, as well as sharing coping strategies and lessons he has learned through daily interaction. Books will be available for purchase and signing. A Q&A will follow the talk. Refreshments will be served.

WHEN: 6:30 p.m. Thursday

WHERE: Topsham Public Library, 25 Foreside Road

HOW MUCH: Free

INFO: 725-1727; topshamlibrary.org