Iconic Fluff expert and author Mimi Graney will be extolling the virtues and sharing the history of the sticky confection as she offers up her new book, “Fluff: The Sticky Sweet Story of an American Icon.”

By Rebecca Danvers

It has been 100 years since Archibald Query concocted one of the most popular confectionary treats ever to grace our snack trays and tantalize our taste buds, right here in Somerville: the one and only Marshmallow Fluff.

The occasion has not been overlooked either, as fans and devotees are taking part in a series of celebratory events that will lead up the grand finale at this year’s big What the Fluff? A Tribute to Union Square Invention festival in September.

This past Saturday, the 100th birthday of Fluff was celebrated at the Somerville Winter Farmers Market. What the Fluff? co-founder and organizer Mimi Graney also celebrated the launch of her new book chronicling the Fluff phenomenon, Fluff: The Sticky Sweet Story of an American Icon. She was present, along with vendors and crafters, greeting Fluff fans and signing copies of the book.

The event was just one of many scheduled to take place between now and the big festival taking place on September 23 of this year as Graney offers her insights on the history of Fluff.

Upcoming events include:

March 10: Catch Graney at Spindler Confections from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Get your signed copy of Fluff and sample Spindler’s tasty caramel swirls, made with – what else? – Marshmallow Fluff.

March 22: Learn about Fluff’s sticky 100-year legacy from Graney herself at the Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation for a book talk and signing at 6:30 p.m.

March 26: Join Graney in Fluff’s hometown of Somerville for a book talk and signing at the Somerville Public Library at 3:00 p.m.

April 1: Chat about all things Fluff and snag yourself a signed copy at the charming and funky Somerville gift shop Davis Squared from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

For more information about Graney’s scheduled events, contact caitlin@unionparkpress.com. For information about the festival in September, go to http://www.flufffestival.com.