The friends of the library sponsors book club kits available to check out for extended periods. Book questions and reading guides discussion guides for book clubs more than 500 printable reading guides for exceptional books. Select a number of questions, write each on an index card, and pass them out. Readers discover what makes a good group tick, from how to organize meetings, select members and books, and stimulate discussion to turning a flagging group around. For those with eclectic tastes, this book club reads selections from such varied authors as charles dickens, neil gaiman, ayn rand and kurt. Book discussion groups the nyack library in person book discussion groups suspended until further notice. Created in part with funds granted by the oregon state library under the library services and technology act, administered by the oregon state library. Adult book discussion groups section menu booked for lunch. Dont forget to check out the librarys overdrive collection for possible downloadable audio books and e books. Please sign up for bimonthly emails they summarize the highlights and contain essential links to exciting events and bonuses. The wednesday evening book discussion group reads both fiction and nonfiction titles, and is currently meeting virtually at 6. Check out bookspots directory of discussion groups. Due to the covid19 pandemic, some programs are being offered via webex and others may be postponed until further notice.
Find the latest new york community bancorp, inc nycb stock discussion in yahoo finances forum. Book groups are hosted at libraries throughout the city and facilitated by new york public library staff. Our classic film discussion group will meet on the third saturday of the month at 2. The cambridge public library offers a variety of book discussion groups for adults and children. Book clubs get especially clubby the new york times. Were a nationwide nonprofit organisation with a 46year track record. The group seeks to engage members of our community with the tradition and excellence of all forms of irish literature. Join nypl and wnycs virtual book club the new york public. The chesterfield county public library offers a variety of book discussion groups for customers to gather and discuss their love of books. View the complete schedule with book selections for 20202021. Welcome to the discussion group for the walking book club. Book discussion clubs may meet in private homes, libraries, bookstores, online forums, pubs, and i.
This friendly group reads current nonfiction selected by the group on a wide variety of topics. Presented as part of get lit, the monthly book club from wnycs. Single book discussion groups usually select book titles in advance and all members read and discuss the same book join a group at your library. Meeting information and scheduled reads bon air bookies. Book group meets on the first saturday of the month at noon and covers a variety of titles. Some libraries are hosting book discussions through email or online. Aug 08, 2019 about a book discussion group is a forum where readers can come together and talk about books and the reading experience. Book discussion groups at your neighborhood library the. Since 1947, the foundation has helped millions of people make the reading and discussion of literature a lifelong source of enjoyment, personal growth, and social engagement. The new york public library sponsors book discussions at many branches. Reading about book discussion groups the new york public. Big book discussion group monongahela aa meetings in. For more information about a particular group or reading interest, please consult the calendar listings below.
Feb 16, 2015 an 11yearold boy named michael boards a ship crossing the indian ocean and the suez canal. This book discussion will be held online on the zoom platform. Throughout the year, various libraries across york county will hold monthly or weekly book discussion groups for teens. Specialinterest groups, groups with professional leaders or sponsors, new groups, and groups that have been meeting for decades are all represented. The novel conversations book discussion group is currently meeting virtually on zoom at 4pm on the fourth wednesday of each month. Join each months author, stewart, and readers everywhere. May 21, 2012 book group meets on the first saturday of the month at noon and covers a variety of titles. Find local intellectual discussion groups in new york, new york and meet people who share your interests. A membership for yourself or as a gift for a special reader will promise a year and a month.
Heres a look at some book clubs groups near new york. Books of the jewish prophets discussion group home facebook. Briarcliff manor public library this website was created by amy b. Mocha girls read harlem well read sistas book club bucket list book club. Need help finding the right addiction treatment for you.
Other frequently used terms to describe a book discussion club include reading group, book group, and book discussion group. Day and three cohosts, has almost 10,000 members and is organized around monthly livestreamed discussions about two. Novels of new york book club find meetup groups near you. John dalton great books summer institute at colby college p. Members often form strong bonds that keep a club going, even when they disagree about a book. Choose one question at a time and toss it out to the group. Book clubs for every genre and discussion groups around every literary topic imaginable. Joyce east left, a retired professor of irish studies, and mary wilber right, a retired librarian and former member of the scottsdale library board. Find local book club groups in buffalo, new york and meet people who share your interests. See whether your college alumni association sponsors one or more nyc groups. Book clubs and discussion groups arent just for adults. Book discussion groups meet at mcls libraries throughout the county. Adult discussion group a novel idea plainfield public. We have groups that meet at the library, online and offsite.
Poverty and profit in the american city by matthew desmond and prison baby by deborah. Meetup is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the asian community on our platform and in the world. Limited digital copies are available through overdrive and digital library of illinois. Book groups are hosted at libraries throughout the city and led by. Great books discussion group morning book discussion group nonfiction. A book discussion club is a group of people who meet to discuss a book or books that they have read and express their opinions, likes, dislikes, etc. In our engaging group discussions, readers will bring the current featured book or their own personal favorites to share.
Links for the 20192020 book lists are below, but you can find the brochure at the library and each sessions selection in the library calendar. Join a group and attend online or in person events. Below is a list of virtual book discussions scheduled with ccpl. At this nonfiction book discussion, a group selected title is discussed each first tuesday of the month from 7 to 8 p. A directory of online book clubs, and online and offline book discussions. The bookish life of nina hill by abbi waxman nina hills life may. Wed, 121pm apr 14, talking to strangers by malcolm gladwell may 12, the pull of the stars by emma donaghue how about a little food for thought. To find out about your branch, go to book discussion groups in neighborhood libraries. See below for an updated list of book discussion groups. These groups can be organized in a variety of ways. Inperson library programs and meeting room bookings remain suspended until further notice. The great books foundation promotes reading, thinking, and the sharing of ideas for people of all ages. Home aa meetings pennsylvania moon moon big book discussion group.
Political junkies like to be around other political junkies and talk. Music writing book group meets the second saturday of the month at 3 p. Book discussion groups falls church, va official website. Join us as we launch a new discussion group on thursday evenings. Plus, dont miss out on our librarianled book club discussions, hosted online. Book discussion groups the wayne public library adult reference department has seven different book discussion groups to meet the needs of a wide variety of readers. Book discussion group november 18, 2020 this page was created for the book. Quick start guide book discussion groups libguides at. Contact the reference desk for more information 9736944272 ext. Rachels compendium of online book discussions, et al. The walking book club discussion group has 4,284 members. Important questions to ask at your first book discussion. Find a popular virtual book club the new york times.
The library hosts three different book discussions for adults. Novel conversations is a monthly book discussion group fostering dialogue around works of fiction and nonfiction, exploring world literature. Looking for moon aa meetings to help you stay sober. Each member or a team of 2 or 3 takes a card and answers the question. After hours book club a book discussion group for adult readers when. Its a book club of political junkies, sadikkhan said. Connect and share ideas around your favorite subjects. Below is a list of just some of the groups we offer. Bonney lake nonfiction book club third sundays, 2 p. Find out what meeting times and availability are for moon big book discussion group.
Due to the extended time frame, participants will need to. Adult discussion group a novel idea plainfield public library. Find out what meeting times and availability are for big book discussion group monongahela. Wednesday evening book discussion group north olympic. Book discussion groups at your neighborhood library meet new people in your neighborhood. Book groups are hosted at libraries throughout the city and led by the new york public library staff. There are adult groups, studentled groups, motherdaughter groups, fatherson groups, and parentchild groups, to name just a few. Aprils meetings will be a virtual meeting held via zoom. This group, headed up by reese witherspoons production company, is dedicated to books, both fiction and nonfiction, that celebrate women. The book club kits includes ten hardback copies, one audio version and a discussion guide. Find local book club groups in new york, new york and meet people who share your interests. Contact your member library to find out more about book discussion groups near you, or check the listing below of upcoming programs. Book discussion groups at your neighborhood library the new.
For youth book clubs, visit our youth programs page. Part of the story, an annual book discussion program for teens, encourages teens to read a book on a specific. Book clubs and reading groups for new york city kids, tweens. Discussion groups a novel idea virtual book discussion april 8 at 7. Its a good idea, though, to think about what you and your fellow readers would like to get from the experience, and plan accordingly. Includes directory of book groups by genre, upcoming author chats and ways to create your own online discussion group. Due to the extended time frame, participants will need to obtain their own copies of each months title. Bethlehem public library book discussions group 51 members. Book discussion groups also serve to broaden the reading horizons of book discussion group participants, as books are often scheduled for discussion in said groups that do not represent the customary book selections for said partcipants. Tuesday, april at 1 pm the beekeeper of aleppo by christy lefteri. Kehilla kedosha haemek, toronto is a new traditional jewish. Groups receive enough copies of their selected title to allow everyone in the group to read the same book at the same time. Key center friends of the library book discussion group fourth thursday, third thursday in november, 11 a.
Book groups at the library memorial hall library sponsors three book clubs at the library. Starting a book group doesnt take muchjust interested participants and good reading material. Sep 22, 2014 book discussion groups, as a form of a reading group, are ideal formats for the lively exchange of ideas, opinions and information. Part of the story, an annual book discussion program for teens, encourages teens to read a book on a specific theme and participate in community discussions. Book discussion group descriptions great books foundation discussion series. Join a book discussion group for adults, seniors, teens or kids. Parklandspanaway mystery book group second thursdays, 12 p. The librarys fiction book club meets the second monday each month at 1 pm and 7 pm. Book discussion groups washingtoncenterville public library. This film groups will be led by librarian samuel rome, who is able to combine his love of film with his love of books. It is more often called simply a book club, a term that is also used to describe a book sales club, which can cause confusion. Book discussion groups and books wolfeboro public library.
Book discussion groups chesterfield county library, va. The book discussion group at the mcclelland library is led by dr. A contact person is listed for each group and they will be happy to answer your questions. Home book discussion groups libguides at american library. Sep 22, 20 jessica kourkounis for the new york times vaginal fantasy hangout, led by ms. Books are available one month prior to meetings, except where noted. Moon big book discussion group aa meetings in moon, pa. Please register here to receive an email with login details. A great books discussion concentrating on literary classics both traditional and modern meeting at 7 p. Valley jewish congregation of toronto hebrew title. Share your opinion and gain insight from other stock traders and investors. Three of the titles available are just mercy by bryan stevenson, evicted.
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