Book Club
Downtown Monday Morning
Monday, September 09
11:00am - 12:00pm
Downtown Branch
Angus Ross RoomDiscover new book titles and connect with like-minded readers for animated discussions.
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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 Monday of the month, from September to June (except where noted differently).
Listed below are a few reminders so everyone can enjoy the club:
- For the enjoyment of all, all participants are encouraged to read the book. If you don't like the style, try to read the first few chapters and the final chapter so you can still participate in the discussions.
- 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.
- 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
September - An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth by Chris Hatfield
October - Fluke: Chance, Chaos & Why Everything We Do Matters by Brian P. Klaas (3rd Wed of the month)
November - The Future of Geography by Tim Marshall
December - Ultra-Processed People by Chris van Tulleken
January - Choose one of:
The Bill Gates Problem by Tim Schwab
Limitarianism by Ingrid Robeyns
The Price of Humanity by Amy Schiller
February - China Unbound by Joanna Chiu
March - Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World by Henry Grabar
April - At a Loss for Words by Carol Off
May - The Art Thief by Michael Finkel
- If you are unable to attend, we ask that you cancel your registration or email askus@barrielibrary.ca
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Downtown Branch
Our Downtown Branch is centrally located in the Downtown core at the corner of Worsley and Owen Streets. The building and facilities are fully accessible. Enjoy a beverage or a small snack from our Café located inside the lobby, use our complimentary wifi, experiment with technology and maker tools, or soak up the sun on our Rooftop Reading Garden.