Book Clubs
Reading becomes an even richer experience when it’s a shared one. Our book clubs are a great way to get readers of every age more comfortable discussing key themes in books. Whether you’re a new reader or a seasoned one with lots of favorite authors, we’ve got a place for you. Read on for more information on our diverse book club offerings:
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300 W. Merrill St.
Birmingham, MI 48009
Hours
Monday to Thursday 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
Friday and Saturday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For Youth
BOOK EXPLORERS – GRADES K TO 2
Thursdays at 4:30 P.M.
This book club is designed to encourage a love of reading for emerging and beginning readers. Participants do not need to read anything ahead of time.
December 13: My Dog Bob by Richard Torrey
January 10: Lion Lessons by Jon Agee
February 14: I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen
Registration required. Participants will receive a special treat thanks to the Bob and Jean Kelly Endowment.
MOMS BOOK CLUB
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
January 30: Circling the Sun by Paula McLain
Registration required. Books generously provided by the Hornac Endowment Fund.
BOOKS PLUS – GRADES 2 TO 3 AND A LOVING ADULT
Thursdays at 4:30 p.m.
December 20: Me and Mister P. by Maria Farrer
January 17: Emily’s Fortune by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
February 21: Who Was Harriet Tubman? by Yona Zeldis McDonough
Registration required. Books generously provided by the Hornac Endowment Fund
MOTHER DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB – GRADES 4 to 6
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
December 18: Zoe in Wonderland by Brenda Woods
January 15: Like Magic by Elaine Vickers
February 19: Serafina’s Promise by Ann E. Burg
Registration required. Books generously provided by the Hornac Endowment Fund.
BOOKS AND BAGELS – GRADES 4 TO 6
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
December 11: Astrotwins: Project Blastoff by Mark Kelly
January 8: Freakling by Lana Krumwiede
February 12: Just Like Jackie by Lindsey Stoddard
Registration required. Books generously provided by the Hornac Endowment Fund.
KIDS IN THE KITCHEN
Mondays at 6:30 p.m.
Prepare a dish at home from the chosen cookbook and bring it to share potluck style. The Library is not a nut free facility.
February 25: Baking Class: 50 Fun Recipes Kids Will Love to Bake by Deanna F. Cook
Register by January 21 and we will put your name in a lottery for a chance to win a free copy of the book thanks to the Hornac Endowment Fund.
For Teens
Middle School Pizza and Pages
Grades 7 & 8, the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Facilitated by Susan Dion, Youth/Tween Services.
Registration requested, drop-ins welcome.
Join us for pizza and a book discussion. The first 8 teens to register get a free book, thanks to the Friends of Baldwin Public Library! This book club is co-sponsored by Jet’s Pizza.
December 4: As Easy As Falling Off the Face of the Earth by Lynne Rae Perkins
Middle School Pizza and Pages will not meet in January.
February 5: Shadows of Sherwood by Kekla Magoon
High School Pizza and Pages
Grades 9-12, the first Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Facilitated by Elisabeth Phou, Teen Librarian.
Registration requested, drop-ins welcome.
Join us for pizza and a book discussion. The first 8 teens to register get a free book, thanks to the Friends of Baldwin Public Library! This book club is co-sponsored by Jet’s Pizza.
December 6: The Female of the Species by Mindy McGinnis
January 3: The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken
February 7: The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead
For Adults
Wednesday Afternoon Book Group
Meets the second Wednesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. in the Jeanne Lloyd Room. Facilitated by Adult Services Librarians Vicki and Ethan.
DECEMBER 12: Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi
JANUARY 9: Another Brooklyn by Jacqueline Woodson
FEBRUARY 13: Young Jane Young by Gabrielle Zevin
Next Popular Reads Book Club
Meets the second Monday of each month at 1:00 p.m. at Birmingham Next. Facilitated by Rebekah, Associate Director.
DECEMBER 10: A Place for Us by Fatima Farheen Mirza
JANUARY 14: Transcription by Kate Atkinson
FEBRUARY 11: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
Books & Brews
Meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Dick O’Dow’s. Facilitated by Adult Services Librarian Sarah.
DECEMBER 12: The Excellent Lombards by Jane Hamilton
JANUARY 23: The Death and Life of the Great Lakes by Dan Egan
FEBRUARY 27: The Best We Could Do by Thi Bui
*NEW* Page to Screen
Watch a film on Sunday and then meet to discuss a book corresponding to the film on Thursday. Facilitated by H, Adult Services Librarian.
DECEMBER 2 at 2:00 P.M.: Blade Runner (1982)
DECEMBER 6 at 6:00 P.M.: Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep by Philip K. Dick
DECEMBER 30 at 2:00 P.M.: 25th Hour (2002)
JANUARY 3 at 6:00 P.M.: The 25th Hour by David Benioff
FEBRUARY 3 at 2:00 P.M.: I Am Not Your Negro (2016)
FEBRUARY 7 at 6:00 P.M.: If Beale Street Could Talk by James Baldwin
Friends Don’t Let Friends Read Alone
Meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room. Facilitated by Maria, Head of Adult Services.
DECEMBER 18: Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard
JANUARY 15: Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
FEBRUARY 19: Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
Library Hours
Monday - Thursday
9:30am - 9:00pm
Friday & Saturday
9:30am -5:30pm
Sunday
12:00pm - 5:00pm
Baldwin Public Library
300 W. Merrill St.
Birmingham, MI 48009
248-647-1700
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248-647-1700
300 W. Merrill St.
Birmingham, MI 48009
Library Hours
Monday to Thursday
9:30 am - 9:00 pm
Friday and Saturday
9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday
12:00 pm - 5:00pm
Library Closed
January 21: Open for M.L. King Jr. Day
April 21: Closed for Easter
May 25-27: Closed for Memorial Day
July 4: Closed for Independence Day