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Book Club

Monday Morning Downtown

Discover 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 or third Monday of the month, from September to May.

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 Stay Safe Guidelines.
• 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

September 12 - The Anthropocene Reviewed: Essays on a Human Centered Planet by John Green

October 17 - The Day the World Stops Shopping by J.B. MacKinnon

November 14 - Claws of the Panda: Beijing’s Campaign of Influence & Intimidation in Canada by Jonathan Manthorpe

December 12 - 21 Lessons for the 21st Century by Yuval Harari

January 9 - The Horde: How the Mongols Changed the World by Marie Favereau

February 13 - How to Be A Climate Optimist: Blueprints for a Better World by Chris Turner

March 20 - Basic Income for Canadians (2020) by Evelyn Forget

April 17 - Overdose Heartbreak and Hope In Canada by Benjamin Perrin

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