Kate Flannery | Overserved

Kate Flannery presents *Overserved: The Lucky Life of the Office Drunk*, an offbeat comedy memoir about her unconventional route to Hollywood and her breakthrough as Meredith Palmer on NBC’s *The Office*. The actress and comedian recounts moving from waiting tables and serving celebrities in Los Angeles to becoming a performer herself, finally landing her defining role at age forty.

Flannery’s story includes her childhood as the daughter of an Irish American bar owner, her years working as a waitress, backup singer, movie extra, off-Broadway actor, host, and comedian, and the determination that carried her through each stage of her career. She also shares behind-the-scenes stories from *The Office*, including her decision to wear little or no makeup, perform many of her own stunts, and collaborate with the show’s writers on Meredith’s memorable moments. The memoir addresses questions about whether she really shaved her head, how the scene in which Meredith is hit by Michael Scott’s car was filmed, and how she found love on set.

When: Wednesday, December 2, 2026

Showtime: 7:00 p.m.

Venue: Parkway Central Library

Tickets: Bundle; registration is required. The library asks attendees to make a donation when registering to support the Author Events Series. Tickets are non-refundable.

Featured author: Kate Flannery, best known for playing Meredith Palmer on *The Office*

Event series: Author Events Series, a ticketed series

Ages: Adults

Books: Copies of *Overserved: The Lucky Life of the Office Drunk* will be available for purchase at the library on the evening of the event.

Accessibility: ADA-accessible seating is available. Contact authorevents@freelibrary.org in advance to request wheelchair seating or other accessibility accommodations.

Address: 1901 Vine Street, between 19th and 20th Streets on the Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103-1189

Phone: 215-567-4341