If you’re going to be in Houston next Thursday, remember that Jay Nordlinger will be signing copies of Peace They Say, his remarkable and acclaimed history of the Nobel Peace Prize, at Brazos Bookstore (7 p.m.). Jay will also be giving some remarks about the book, and taking questions from the audience. It’s sure to be a wonderful evening. Be part of it: RSVP by visiting the event’s special Facebook page. Or email [email protected].

And if you find yourself in Ashland, Ohio, that evening, make sure you attend the 27th Annual John M. Ashbrook Memorial Dinner. The featured speaker will be former Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee, and all proceeds go to Ashland University’s very worthwhile and vital Ashbrook Center, which is simply one of America’s best conservative academic institutions.