The Civil War Round Table of Eastern Pa. will host author Ron Kirkland who will present “Women to the Rescue at the Battle of Gettysburg’s George Spangler Farm,” at 7:15 p.m. on May 2 at the Delta Hotels by Marriot (formerly Holiday Inn), 7336 Adrienne Drive, Breinigsville.

Hear stories about female Civil War heroes who helped to pioneer professional nursing in the midst and aftermath of the battle while saving lives and bringing great comfort to the dying.

There is a small fee to attend.

For information, go to cwrteasternpa.org/calendar-1.