2023 saw the 25th anniversary of not only Cushing Memorial Library & Archives but the publication of Green Rider, the first book in Kristen Britain’s widely popular and critically acclaimed fantasy series. Fittingly, Cushing is the repository for Britain’s literary archives. Join the University Libraries on April 5th-7th, 2024 for a celebration of Britain and her Green Rider Series. This three day event will coincide with a new exhibit centered around Kristen Britain and her fans at Cushing Memorial Library and Archives. Attendees will have the opportunity to attend a reading and signing with Kristen Britain and hear from fans who have taken creative inspiration from Green Rider, including soundtrack composer Kristina A. Bishoff. 

This is a free public event. Please register in advance if you are planning to attend. 

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Jeremy Brett at jwbrett@library.tamu.edu to communicate your needs. Early notification of at least five workdays before the event will facilitate the provision of reasonable accommodation.

Schedule of Events

All events are at Cushing Memorial Library and Archives unless otherwise noted. Please refer to the campus map for other locations: https://www.tamu.edu/map/index.html

Rider Notman’s Ribbon Hunt:

Ribbons are serious business, and as such, Rider Notman has designed several ribbons for you to collect! Those who join us will visit Professor Berry’s Library, see the great oak, attend a performance by the Golden Guardian, and even meet Karigan G’ladheon! Can you collect all of Rider Notman’s ribbons?

*Ribbon quantities are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis.

Meep Ups:

Team Meep would like to meet all of you to talk about all things Green Rider! We hope you will “Meep Up” with us for a morning warmup with Rider G’ladheon, Rider Trivia, and a group photo to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the series! We would love to see your PLUMAGE, so please wear your favorite Green Rider cosplay for Sunday’s activities. Rider Notman has provided us with a special ribbon, available only at Meep Ups! Check the event schedule for times and locations. 

Friday, April 5th 

1-2pm: Donato Giancola: "The Art of Illustration: Fantasy and Science Fiction"

Location: Viewing party at Cushing Memorial Library or register to watch on your own via Zoom

4:15-4:45pm: Ribbon Hunt

Meet us at the doors to Cushing Memorial Library to claim the first ribbon of the hunt! Professor Berry will not be in attendance, but mind your muddy boots or you might face Letitia’s wrath! 

5-6pm: Introduction and Welcome with Kristen Britain's Archivist

Speaker: Jeremy Brett

6-7pm: Outside the Publishing House: Author Support Teams in Modern-Day Publishing

Speakers: Megan Notman, Laura Richardson, Delacey von Busse

7:05-7:30pm: Ribbon Hunt & Meep Up: The Great Oak

Location: Century Tree

Join us at the Century Tree, Texas A&M’s version of the great oak! It’s a short walk from Cushing, and Team Meep will be there to tell you about the Century Tree’s history and hand out another ribbon! 

Saturday, April 6th

8:30-9:00am: Meep Up and Ribbon Hunt: Train With Karigan

Location: Academic Plaza (Weather Permitting)

Please join us at the Academic Plaza for a Black Shield training session with Rider G’ladheon. See if you have what it takes to earn your Swordmaster’s ribbon! New and experienced trainees are welcome as Karigan leads us through a series of beginner-level stretches and movements (Tai Chi) to help you wake up for your day. Afterward, we will walk together to the first presentation.  Please do not bring weapons or items that resemble weapons.  

9:30-9:50am: Ribbon Hunt

Location: Great Hall, 1st floor of the YMCA Building

Rider Notman encourages fans and scholars to arrive early for their first class with the Golden Guardian. Meet us at the YMCA building to claim your ribbon.

10-11am: Creating Worlds through Music and Art

Speaker: Kristina A. Bishoff

Location: Great Hall, 1st floor of the YMCA Building

11:30am: Offical Exhibit Opening

12:30-12:50pm: Ribbon Hunt

Meet Rider Notman in the Green Rider exhibit at Cushing Memorial Library if you want to claim her favorite ribbon for your own. After all, ribbons are serious business. 

1-2pm: Exploring Imaginary Worlds: Reader Reflection on the Meaning of the Map in Kristen Britain’s Green Rider Series

Speaker: Alex Mitchell

2:15-3:15pm: Women Taking on the World: Strong Female Characters in Fantasy

Moderator: Delacey von Busse

Panelists: Kristina A. Bishoff, Valerie Curtis, Alex Mitchell

3:30-4:30pm Greennote Talk with Kristen Britain

Speaker: Kristen Britain

5-6pm: Meep Up: Green Rider Trivia

Location: Library Annex 405

Join us on the 4th floor of the Library Annex for a round of Green Rider Trivia, led by Rider G’ladheon. Participants in Rider Notman’s Ribbon hunt will also have an opportunity to claim a new ribbon.

Sunday, April 7th

Atendees are encouraged to wear their favortie Green Rider  related costume on this day. Please do not bring weapons or items that resemble weapons (swords, bows, etc.)

9:30-9:50am: Ribbon Hunt

Those who attend today’s events in costume will be able to add to their plumage with a Ripaeria approved ribbon. Meet Team Meep at the steps of Cushing to claim your ribbon! Any level of costume counts, but we hope to see your favorite Green Rider costume!

10-11am: From Page to Seam: Crafting Characters from Non-Visual Content 

Speakers: Lyzz Bartlett, Megan Notman, Laura Richardson

11am: Closing Remarks

Speaker: Jeremy Brett

11:10am: Reading and book signing with Kristen Britain

1-2pm: Meep Up and Ribbon Hunt: Picture Perfect

Location: Rudder Fountain

Meet Rider G’ladehon at Rudder Fountain for some cosplay fun! Team Meep has learned the art of image trapping from T.C. Stamwell, and a group photo will be taken. Take photos, make TikToks, and claim a ribbon that only a member of His Majesty’s Messenger Service can provide. Fans are encouraged to wear their favorite Green Rider related costume. Please do not bring weapons or items that resemble weapons.