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 many book club offerings.
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300 W. Merrill St.
Birmingham, MI 48009
Library Hours
Monday–Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Upcoming Holiday Closures
Sunday, April 9: Closed
For Youth
Beyond the Book – Grades 1 to 3
Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.
Monthly nonfiction book club for children in grades 1 to 3. Please email Rosemary at rosemary.isbell@baldwinlib.org to register.
December 8: Who Would Win? Ultimate Dinosaur Rumble by Jerry Pallotta
January 12: Alexander Von Humboldt: Explorer, Naturalist, & Environmental Pioneer by Danica Novgorodoff
February 9: We Are the Supremes by Zoe Tucker
Adventures in Books – Grades 1 to 3, grownups welcome
Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m.
Monthly after school book club for children in grades 1 to 3. Grownups are welcome to stay and participate in the book club or hang out in the Library during the program. Please email Melissa at melissa.behrens@baldwinlib.org to register.
December 28: Aven Green, Sleuthing Machine by Dusti Bowling
January 25: The Infamous Ratsos by Kara Lareau
February 22: Make Way for Dyamonde Daniel by Nikki Grimes
Who? What? Where? – Grades 4 to 6
Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.
Nonfiction book club reading books from the Who Was? What Was? Where Was? series. Meets once a quarter. Please email Rosemary at rosemary.isbell@baldwinlib.org to register.
January 5: Who is Stevie Wonder? by Jim Gigliotti
Books and Bagels – Grades 4 to 6
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Monthly book club for children in grades 4 to 6. Please email Susan at susan.dion@baldwinlib.org to register.
December 27: Here in the Real World by Sara Pennypacker
January 24: The House That Wasn’t There by Elana K. Arnold
February 28: Take Back the Block by Chrystal D. Giles
Mother/Daughter Book Club – Grades 4 to 6 and their moms
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Monthly book club for grades 4 to 6 and their moms. Please email Susan at susan.dion@baldwinlib.org to register.
December 13: Coo by Kaela Noel
January 10: Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation by Stuart Gibbs
February 7: The Year I Flew Away by Marie Arnold
Panels and Frames – Grades 3 to 6
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
A graphic novel book club for children in grades 3 to 6. Email Susan at susan.dion@baldwinlib.org to register.
February 21: Marshmallow & Jordan by Alina Chau
Kids Cookbook Club
Mondays at 7:00 p.m.
Choose a recipe from the cookbook to make and bring to share with everyone. This book club meets once a quarter. Email Syntha at syntha.green@baldwinlib.org to register.
January 30: Kid Chef: The Foodie Kids Cookbook by Melina Hammer
Moms Book Club
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Enjoy a night out at a special book club just for moms that meets every other month. Email Susan Dion at susan.dion@baldwinlib.org to register.
December 7: The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams
February 1: The Rose Code by Kate Quinn
For Teens
Pizza and Pages
First Thursday of Every Month at 7:00 p.m.
Grades 7-12. Facilitated by Elisabeth Phou, Teen Librarian.
The first 10 teens to register will receive a free book, thanks to the Friends of Baldwin Public Library. Pizza will be provided.
Registration required. This book club will meet in person.
January 5 – The Cruel Prince by Holly Black
February 2 – The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
March 2 – The Cousins by Karen McManus
April 6 – Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo
May 4 – Caraval by Stephanie Garber
For Adults
Next Non-fiction
Meets the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. Facilitated by Adult Services Librarian Mick. This club will meet virtually until further notice. To join the discussion please email Mick at mick.howey@baldwinlib.org
February 14: His Truth is Marching On by Jon Meacham & John Lewis
March 14: Sea People by Christina Thompson
April 11: Moonwalking with Einstein by Joshua Foer
May 9: When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi
Wednesday Afternoon Book Group
Meets the second Wednesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. Facilitated by Adult Services Librarian Megan. This club meets in person at the library but has a virtual option for those that prefer to Zoom. If you are interested in attending a discussion please email Megan at megan.novak@baldwinlib.org
February 15: The Revisioners by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton
March 8: Outlawed by Anna North
Page to Screen
Discuss a book and a related film. Meets the first Sunday of each month at 1:00 p.m. Facilitated by H, Adult Services Librarian. This club meets in person at the library but has a virtual option for those that prefer to Zoom. If you are interested in attending a discussion please email H at h.jennings@baldwinlib.org
February 5: Spare Parts (PG-13, 2015) and Spare Parts by Joshua Davis
Next Popular Reads Book Club
Now meets the first Monday of each month at 1:00 p.m. Facilitated by Rebekah, Library Director. This club meets in person at Birmingham Next but has a virtual option for those that prefer to Zoom. If you are interested in attending a discussion please email Rebekah at rebekah.craft@baldwinlib.org
February 6: Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
Third Tuesday
Meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Facilitated by Sara, Adult Services Librarian. This club will meet virtually until further notice. If you are interested in attending a discussion please email Sara at Sara.Jurek@baldwinlib.org
February 21: When Books Went to War by Molly Guptill Manning
March 21: The Push by Audrey Audrain
NEW! Graphic Novels for Grown Ups
Comics aren’t just for kids! Features memoirs, humor, superheroes, and more! Some titles contain mature/graphic content so please read the description before you register. Meets the first Tuesday of every other month at 7:00 p.m. This club meets in person at the library but has a virtual option for those that prefer to Zoom. For more information and registration click the book title or email Jen at jen.hassell@baldwinlib.org
February 7: March by John Lewis
April 4: Shadow Life by Hiromi Goto
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300 W. Merrill St.
Birmingham, MI 48009
Library Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Holiday Closures:
Sunday, April 9: Closed