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Book Club

Thursday Morning Downtown

Discover new book titles and connect with like-minded readers for animated discussions.

*December's meeting time has changed.

10-12 AM at the Downtown Barrie Library, followed by lunch at The Lazy Tulip

Two books will be discussed: On Consolation by Michael Ignatieff and The Swans of Fifth Avenue by Melanie Benjamin

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Book Clubs are led by the community members that attend on a regular basis; they select the monthly books in advance so everyone can read the same book title. This book club meets the second Thursday of each month from September to June.

Listed below are a few reminders so everyone can enjoy the club: 

• The safety of our participants and staff is our top priority, please review our Patron Conduct Policy.
• Registration is required, space is limited. If you cannot attend, please cancel your registration.
• All participants are encouraged to read the book, if you don't like the style, at least read the first few chapters and the final chapter so you can participate in the discussions.
• Remember to stay on topic, you invested the time to read the book, so come prepared to discuss. There are no wrong or right interpretations of a book ? just different perspectives.
• Be gracious in your comments. If you did not like the book, be kind in your feedback. Contribute positively and respectfully.
• Take turns, give everyone a chance to share. Remember, book clubs are discussion groups. Keep an open mind, ready to discover new books and ideas. 
• Respect the discussion space, be a good listener and don't engage in side conversations, be sure to mute your cell phones!

Book Club Selections

Nov - On Consolation by Michael Ignatieff

Dec - The Swans of Fifth Avenue by Melanie Benjamin

Jan - The Maid by Nita Prose

Feb - A Great Country by Shilpi Somaya Gowda

March - Only the Beautiful by Susan Meissner

April - Empress of the Nile by Lynne Olson

May - Denison Avenue by Christine Wong

• If you are unable to attend, we ask that you cancel your registration or email askus@barrielibrary.ca

• Questions? Please call 705-728-1010 or email askus@barrielibrary.ca

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