Everyone is welcome: West Point Society is bringing 3 authors to Elaine's

Elaine's Literary Salon welcomes the esteemed members of the West Point Society of DC to this upcoming luncheon event, featuring a panel discussion with three members who are also acclaimed authors. See their details below.

Agenda for our event:

• 11:30am — Welcome, be seated, and enjoy our delicious buffet of sandwiches, salads, and dessert selections from our award-winning menu.
• Noon — Our panel discussion begins with the three members who have written fascinating books
• 12:45 — Guests ask questions of the authors and buy their books.

Meet the authors:

MyLinh Brewster Shattan — West Point Class of 1991: Author of the newly released memoir Raising Athena, MyLinh Brewster Shattan shares her journey as a woman at West Point and reflects on the evolution of women's experiences at the Academy across generations. Her story comes full circle through the experience of her own daughter at West Point three decades later. Raising Athena is gaining significant attention following its release. Learn more: treehouseletter.com

Dr. Michael Lewis — West Point Class of 1984: Dr. Michael Lewis is an internationally renowned physician, researcher, and speaker specializing in brain health. He is the bestselling author of When Brains Collide: What Every Athlete and Parent Should Know About the Prevention and Treatment of Concussions and Head Injuries. He is also the founder of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Brain Health Education and Research Institute, dedicated to helping patients recover as quickly and fully as possible from traumatic brain injuries while educating others about optimizing lifelong brain health. Learn more: drmichaellewismd.com

Joe Relk — Army Veteran & Former Foreign Service Officer: Joe Relk is an Army veteran, former Foreign Service Officer, and author whose work draws on a distinctive combination of military service, diplomacy, conflict, imagination, and firsthand experience overseas. He is the author of the science-fiction series Sins of the Saviorsand the photographic book Afghanistan Through the Humvee Window, offering readers perspectives shaped by both lived experience and storytelling. Learn more: JoeRelk.com

About the organization: The West Point Society of DC and the National Capital Region (WPSDC) is an active alumni organization that connects graduates, cadets, and friends of the United States Military Academy (USMA) living in the Washington, D.C. area. Its mission is to build a strong, professional, and connected community among local West Point graduates while supporting the broader "Long Gray Line" and service initiatives. The society hosts regular gatherings including luncheons, networking events, and an annual Founders Day celebration. Find upcoming announcements, connect with leadership, or register for events through the official West Point Society of DC Facebook page or the West Point AOG Sallyport Portal.