Dr. Crocker’s Events

Nov 29, 2025

In-person, 10 am-3 pm, Manassas Museum lawn, 9101 Prince William St, Manassas, VA

Old Town Manassas Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Show

Dr. Caroline Crocker will join other children’s book authors at this amazing event. Books will be for sale, so come prepared to be Santa to your littles! 

Sep 24, 2025

In-person, 6:30 pm, Elaine’s Restaurant, 208 Queen St, Alexandria, VA

Dinner, drinks, and a talk

Dr. Caroline Crocker will speak about her award-winning WWII narrative nonfiction book, Unforgivable, as part of the restaurant’s author series. Books will be for sale, so come prepared! More information at https://ramblingruminations.com/unforgivable-home/.

Aug 30, 2025

In-person, 9:00 am-1:00 pm, Fairfax Farmer’s Market, 10500 Page Ave, Fairfax, VA

Books, crafts, and fresh produce!

This is the place to be on a Saturday morning. Pick up some delicious peaches, a loaf of bread, and some amazing reading material. Dr. Crocker will be happy to sign the books you purchase.

Aug 26, 2025

In-person, 11:40 am – 2:30 pm, First Baptist Church, 2932 King St, Alexandria, VA

God’s Extravagant Love

Dr. Caroline Crocker will share how God’s extravagant love for her and her father could be witnessed during the last month of his life. More information at https://ramblingruminations.com/unforgivable-home/.

June 28, 2025

In-person, 9:00 am-1:00 pm, Fairfax Farmer’s Market, 10500 Page Ave, Fairfax, VA

Books, crafts, and fresh produce!

This is the place to be on a Saturday morning. Pick up some delicious peaches, a loaf of bread, and some amazing reading material. Dr. Crocker will be happy to sign the books you purchase.

Jun 5-7, 2025

In-person, Richmond Convention Center, 403 North 3rd st, Richmond, VA

Home Educators Association Virginia

Dr. Caroline Crocker will be speaking on Read My Writes and will be available to speak with you and your children about WWII and history, God’s extravagant love, how science reflects the Maker, and more. Books will be for sale.

May 24, 2025

In-person, 12:00 to 3:00 pm, Barnes and Noble, 8135 Stonewall Shops Square, Suite 405-B, Gainesville, VA

Book Signing

Dr. Caroline Crocker will be the featured author at the newly-opened B&N. (Caroline will have three books for sale, but you can get others from B&N online.) Come! You can hear about her books and purchase signed copies!

May 10, 2025

In-person, 9:00 am-1:00 pm, Fairfax Farmer’s Market, 10500 Page Ave, Fairfax, VA

Books, crafts, and fresh produce!

This is the place to be on a Saturday morning. Pick up some delicious peaches, a loaf of bread, and some amazing reading material. Dr. Crocker will be happy to sign the books you purchase.

May 3, 2025

In-person, 10:00 am-3:00 pm, 9101 Prince William St, Manassas, VA

Old Town Manasses Art Show and Craft Spring Fair

Enjoy strolling through this delightful fair, picking up local crafts and a book or two. Dr. Crocker will be happy to sign the books you purchase.

April 26, 2025

In-person, 11:00 to 4:00 pm, 9101 Prince William St, Manassas, VA

Festival and Sale

Dr. Caroline Crocker will be present at the Anythings Pawsible fun run and festival. Come! You’ll be helping provide service dogs to children with disabilities. And, as a bonus, you can purchase books about the adorable Clemmy.

April 19, 2025

In-person, 11:00 to 5:00 pm, Carroll Creek Park, Frederick, MD

Spring on the Creek Arts and Crafts Show

Dr. Caroline Crocker will be present at this event, showing and selling her books. And, if you ask, she may even read a Clemmy book to your littles! 

March 31, 2025

In-person, 10:30-11:30 am, Heatherwood Independent Living, Burke, VA

Book Talk and Signing

In this closed session, Dr. Caroline Crocker will speak about Unforgivable: Through a Child’s Eyes. Books will be available for purchase.  https://ramblingruminations.com/unforgivable-home/.

Date TBD, 2025

In-person, Northern Virginia Writer’s Club meeting, Date and time are in flux! Watch this space.

Presentations by Golden Nib Winners

Dr. Caroline Crocker will be one of six speakers talking about her winning entry for the Golden Nib award, in nonfiction. https://ramblingruminations.com/unforgivable-home/.

March 14, 2025

In-person, 2:00-3:00 pm, The Virginian Independent Living, Fairfax, VA

Book Talk and Signing

In this closed session, Dr. Caroline Crocker will speak about Unforgivable: Through a Child’s Eyes. Books will be available for purchase.  https://ramblingruminations.com/unforgivable-home/.

March 7, 2025

In-person, 10:30-11:30 am, The Gardens at Fair Oaks, Fairfax, VA

Book Talk and Book Signing

In this closed session, Dr. Caroline Crocker will speak about Unforgivable: Through a Child’s Eyes. Books will be available for purchase.  https://ramblingruminations.com/unforgivable-home/.

Dec 7, 2024

In-person, South County High School, 9:00-3:00, 8501 Silverbrook Rd, Lorton, VA

Lorton Holiday Extravaganza

Come see Santa, enjoy a silent auction, food trucks, and Rambling Ruminations books!

Nov 16, 2024

In-person, Christ Church, Ladies Brunch, De Kuilenaar 60, 1851 RZ Heiloo 1851, The Netherlands; 10:30 am

God’s Extravagant Love

Talk by Caroline Crocker; books available for sale

Nov 9, 2024

In-person, Robinson Marketplace, 9:00-3:00; 5035 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax, VA

Rambling Ruminations Books and other goodies available!

Come, enjoy, and do your Christmas shopping!

Nov 9, 2024

In-person, Woodson Craft Show, 10:00-4:00, 9525 Main Avenue, Fairfax, VA

Christmas Shopping Opportunity!

Dr. Caroline Crocker and many other crafters will be at this amazing fair. Purchase handmade arts and crafts, as well as signed copies of Caroline’s books!

Oct 12, 2024

In-person, Fredericksburg Book Festival, 10:00-4:00, Riverfront Park, Fredericksburg, VA

Books by Indie Authors Available!

Dr. Caroline Crocker (and many fellow indie authors) will be at this exciting festival, where you can hear about her books and purchase your very own signed copies!

Oct 5, 2024

In-person, Art on the Avenue, 10:00-6:00, Mount Vernon Avenue, Del Ray, Alexandria, VA

So Many Virginia Writers will be there!

Dr. Caroline Crocker and many fellow authors will be at this exciting festival, where you can hear about books and purchase your very own signed copies! We will be at Booth E125, and Caroline is scheduled for 12-2.

Sept 21-22, 2024

In-person, Bluemont Fair, 10:00-5:00, 33846 Snickerville Turnpike, Bluemont, VA 20135

Enjoy the Fair and Purchase My Books!

Dr. Caroline Crocker (Booth M15) and many other authors will be at this exciting fair at the foot of the Blueridge Mountains. Come enjoy food trucks, pony rides, a petting zoo, and local crafts. Hear about Caroline’s books and purchase your very own signed copies!

May 11; June 22; Sep 7, 2024

In-person, Fairfax Farmer’s Market, 9:00 am-1:00 pm, Fairfax, VA 22030

Fairfax Farmer’s Market

Come get your fruits, vegetables, bread, plants, local crafts, and reading material! 

Aug 31, 2024

In-person, Mary Riles Library, 1:00-4:00 pm, 120 North Virginia Avenue, Falls Church, VA

Meet Me and 20 Local Authors!

Dr. Caroline Crocker is looking forward to meeting you at the Northern Virginia Author’s Showcase in the Little City, where you can hear book readings, meet authors, enjoy a panel discussion, and purchase your very own signed copies!

Aug 27, 2024

In-person, Book Group, 7:30 pm, Christ Church Vienna Office, Vienna, VA

Hear Dr. Crocker speak about her most recent book–and what it shows us about faith.

This is a small event primarily for the women of Christ Church Vienna, but other women are welcome!

August 10, 2024

In-person, Lorton Library, 2:00 pm, 9520 Richmond Hwy, Lorton, VA

Talk on “How to Write Your Memoir”

Dr. Caroline Crocker will share information on how to write and publish your story. The audience will have a chance to engage in practical exercises, and questions will be welcomed. There will also be an opportunity to purchase Dr. Crocker’s various books, all of which are truth that reads like fiction.

July 13, 2024

In-person, Living Word Lutheran Church, 2:00-4:00 pm, 2031 W Northwest Hwy, Grapevine, TX 76051

Book launch at Living Word Lutheran Church

Dr. Caroline Crocker will introduce the event and Meta, the person who knew Frits best, will read a part of Unforgivable and answer questions. Both will sign copies of the book while the audience enjoys refreshments. 

June 6-8, 2024

In-person, June 6 from 5-8 pm, June 7 all day, June 8 all day, Greater Richmond Convention Center, Richmond, VA

Exhibition of Books at HEAV

Dr. Caroline Crocker will be an exhibitor at the largest home school convention, Freedom in Home Schooling, in Richmond, Virginia. All are welcome in the Exhibition Hall.

June 2, 2024

In-person, Fairfax Library, 3:00-4:30 pm, Rm A/B, 10360 Main St, Fairfax, VA

Book launch in partnership with Fairfax Library

Dr. Caroline Crocker will read a part of Unforgivable, answer questions, and sign copies of the book! Meta, the person who knew the hero of the book best, will also be in attendance.

May 25, 2024

In-person, Urbandale Library, 3520 86th St, Urbandale, IA, 2:00-4:00 pm

Book Launch Event

Come hear from the author and one of the characters in Unforgivable. After the program, books will be sold in the parking lot (library regulation). Bring them inside for a signature!

May 24, 2024

In-person, Scottish Rite Park, 2909 Woodland Ave, Des Moines, IA, 12:00-2:00 pm

Book Sale

Restricted to residents of Scottish Rite Park, who will hear from the author and one of the characters in Unforgivable and be able to purchase both Brave Face and its coquel Unforgivable!

May 23, 2024, 2:00-5:00 pm

In-person, The Curiosity Shop, 622 Franklin St, Pella, IA

Presentation and Book Signing

Come hear the author and one of the characters in Unforgivable speak about the post-war Netherlands and why the world is now FULL of Dutch heritage people! Attendees will also have the opportunity to  purchase both Brave Face and its coquel Unforgivable!

See photos of the event!

May 19, 2024

In-person, Write-on Fairfax Memoirist’s Event, 2:00-4:00 pm, Fairfax Library, 10360 North St, Fairfax, VA

Book Talk Event

Come hear four of Fairfax’s memoirists, ask them questions, and purchase their signed books!

May 11, 2024

In-person, Fairfax Farmer’s Market, 9:oo am-1:00 pm, Fairfax, VA

Book Sale

Books by Caroline Crocker will be signed and sold at the market. Come, pick up food and books both!

Apr 20, 2024

In-person, Truro Anglican, 2:00-4:00 pm, Undercroft, 10520 Main St, Fairfax, VA

Book launch at Truro

Dr. Caroline Crocker will read a part of Unforgivable, answer questions, and sign copies of the book! Meta, the person who knew the hero of the book best, will also be in attendance.

Apr 10, 2024

In-person, Green Acres, Noon-2:00 pm, Rm 114, 4401 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax, VA

Book launch for seniors

Dr. Caroline Crocker will read a part of Unforgivable, answer questions, and sign copies of the book!

Apr 5, 2024

On-line

Unforgivable is available

The e-book, paperback and hardback are all available at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and other on-line retailers.

Mar 10, 2024

In-person, Fairfax Library, 10360 Main St, Rm A/B, 2-4 pm, Fairfax, VA

Fairfax Commission for Women Author Event

Meta Evenbly, coauthor of Brave Face, will be part of a panel for Women’s History Month.

Mar 5, 2024

On line

Unforgivable is Launched

At long last, you can preorder Unforgivable on line!

Feb 11, 2023

Dallas

Dr Crocker is out of town

Spending just over a week with my mother, who also happens to be Frits’ widow–going over the final draft of Unforgivable before it is published.

Jan 14, 2023

Fairfax

Write-on Fairfax

Yours truly joins two other history writers for a round table event at the Fairfax Library in Virginia.