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Book Clubs

Know the Prose

HumorRead a book that's plain (or darkly) funny

Jan. 11th @ 4:00pmMeets in the Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of Each Month

4:00 - 5:00pm

The Library’s Know the Prose Book Club connects our reading community so we can enjoy the company of other readers, share our love of storytelling, offer book recommendations, and enjoy light refreshments in a relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading to share with the group.

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DystopiasRead a book set in a totalitarian world

Feb. 8th @ 4:00pmMeets in the Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of Each Month

4:00 - 5:00pm

The Library’s Know the Prose Book Club connects our reading community so we can enjoy the company of other readers, share our love of storytelling, offer book recommendations, and enjoy light refreshments in a relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading to share with the group.

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ThrillersRead a book that keeps you on the edge of your seat

Mar. 14th @ 4:00pmMeets in the Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of Each Month

4:00 - 5:00pm

The Library’s Know the Prose Book Club connects our reading community so we can enjoy the company of other readers, share our love of storytelling, offer book recommendations, and enjoy light refreshments in a relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading to share with the group.

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PoetryRead poems or something lyrical

Apr. 11th @ 4:00pmMeets in the Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of Each Month

4:00 - 5:00pm

The Library’s Know the Prose Book Club connects our reading community so we can enjoy the company of other readers, share our love of storytelling, offer book recommendations, and enjoy light refreshments in a relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading to share with the group.

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Old FavoritesRead a book that someone loves

May 9th @ 4:00pmMeets in the Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of Each Month

4:00 - 5:00pm

The Library’s Know the Prose Book Club connects our reading community so we can enjoy the company of other readers, share our love of storytelling, offer book recommendations, and enjoy light refreshments in a relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading to share with the group.

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Travel and AdventureRead a book about a journey or quest

June 14th @ 4:00pmMeets in the Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of Each Month

4:00 - 5:00pm

The Library’s Know the Prose Book Club connects our reading community so we can enjoy the company of other readers, share our love of storytelling, offer book recommendations, and enjoy light refreshments in a relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading to share with the group.

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Picture BooksRead a (or some) children's or adult picture book(s)

July 13th @ 4:00pmMeets in the Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of Each Month

4:00 - 5:00pm

The Library’s Know the Prose Book Club connects our reading community so we can enjoy the company of other readers, share our love of storytelling, offer book recommendations, and enjoy light refreshments in a relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading to share with the group.

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RomanceRead a romance book or story

Aug. 10th @ 4:00pm

Meets in the Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of Each Month

4:00 - 5:00pm

The Library’s Know the Prose Book Club connects our reading community so we can enjoy the company of other readers, share our love of storytelling, offer book recommendations, and enjoy light refreshments in a relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading to share with the group.

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Myth & FolkloreRead a book of myths or one based on mythology

Sept. 14th @ 4:00pmMeets in the Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of Each Month

4:00 - 5:00pm

The Library’s Know the Prose Book Club connects our reading community so we can enjoy the company of other readers, share our love of storytelling, offer book recommendations, and enjoy light refreshments in a relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading to share with the group.

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HorrorRead a book that sends shivers down your spine

Oct. 12th @ 4:00pmMeets in the Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of Each Month

4:00 - 5:00pm

The Library’s Know the Prose Book Club connects our reading community so we can enjoy the company of other readers, share our love of storytelling, offer book recommendations, and enjoy light refreshments in a relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading to share with the group.

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MemoirsRead an autobiography or a personal narrative

Nov. 9th @ 4:00pmMeets in the Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of Each Month

4:00 - 5:00pm

The Library’s Know the Prose Book Club connects our reading community so we can enjoy the company of other readers, share our love of storytelling, offer book recommendations, and enjoy light refreshments in a relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading to share with the group.

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Best of 2023Read a book from 2023 that you (or a critic) really enjoyed

Dec. 14th @ 4:00pmMeets in the Library

Meets 2nd Thursday of Each Month

4:00 - 5:00pm

The Library’s Know the Prose Book Club connects our reading community so we can enjoy the company of other readers, share our love of storytelling, offer book recommendations, and enjoy light refreshments in a relaxed, welcoming, and inclusive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring the book they are reading to share with the group.

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Borrow A Book Club Set For Your Book Club

The library is excited to offer sets of popular titles for local book groups to read and enjoy.
All available Book Club sets are advertised in our New Books section near the main desk.

How It Works
Your account has to be in good standing.
  • You have no overdue items
  • Your card is active
You are responsible for all pieces in the set.
  • Each set lists the number of copies
Check the set out for two months.
  • You can renew each set once for one more month
  • Must be renewed by library staff
Return the entire set.
  • Return the set in its bag
  • Return it to the front desk

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