“When Mayor Doug Wilder Ruled Richmond.” Linwood Norman discusses his new book. Norman served as press secretary and communications director for Wilder, the former Virginia governor who returned to public service in 2005 as the city’s first “strong mayor.” Norman skillfully recounts the turmoil and transition, a memorable chapter in Richmond’s political history. Reception and book signing after. Sept. 24, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Richmond Public Library, Downtown Branch, 101 E. Franklin St.
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