Book Clubs
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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
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
November 24: Thanksgiving Holiday - Closed at 5:30 p.m.
November 25: Thanksgiving Day - Closed All Day
For Youth
Beyond the Book – Grades 2 to 4
Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.
November 11: Chester Nez and the Unbreakable Code by Joseph Bruchac
Please email Ms. Rosemary at rosemary.isbell@baldwinlib.org to register for this non-fiction book club.
Books Plus – Grades 2 to 3 and a grownup
Mondays at 7:00 p.m.
October 25: The Case of the Snack Snatcher by Liam O’Donnell
Please email Ms. Donna at donna.smith@baldwinlib.org to register.
Books and Bagels – Grades 4 to 6
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
October 26: The Goldfish Boy by Lisa Thompson
A book club for children in grades 4 to 6. Please email Ms. Susan at susan.dion@baldwinlib.org to register.
Mother/Daughter Book Club – Grades 4 to 6 and their moms
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
November 9: Stand Up, Yumi Chung! by Jessica Kim
Please email Ms. Susan at susan.dion@baldwinlib.org to register.
Panels and Frames – Grades 3 to 6
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
October 19: Recess Warriors: Hero is a Four Letter Word by Marcus Emerson
Email Ms. Caroline at caroline.salucci@baldwinlib.org to register for this graphic novel book club.
Moms Book Club
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
December 1: Vinegar Girl by Anne Tyler
Email Susan Dion at susan.dion@baldwinlib.org to register.
For Teens
Pizza and Pages
Thursdays 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 program will meet in person. Email teen@baldwinlib.org if you would prefer to join via Zoom.
OCTOBER 7: ON THE COME UP BY ANGIE THOMAS
For Adults
Next Non-fiction
Meets the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. Facilitated by Adult Services Librarian Mick Howey. This club will meet virtually until further notice. To join the discussion please email Mick at mick.howey@baldwinlib.org.
November 9: Why Can’t We Sleep by Ada Calhoun
December 14: A Game of Birds and Wolves by Simon Parkin
January 11: The Poison Squad by Deborah Blum
February 8: Blood Brothers by Randy Roberts
Wednesday Afternoon Book Group
Meets the second Wednesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. Facilitated by Adult Services Librarian Vicki. This club will meet virtually until further notice. If you are interested in attending a discussion please email Megan at megan.novak@baldwinlib.org.
October 13: The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead
November 10: Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston
December 8: Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore by Matthew J. Sullivan
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 will meet virtually until further notice. If you are interested in attending a discussion please email H at h.jennings@baldwinlib.org.
November 7: “The Creature From the Black Lagoon” (G, 1954) and the book The Lady From the Black Lagoon by Mallory O’Meara
December 5: “Little Women: (PG-13, 2019) and the book So Many Beginnings: A Little Women Remix by Bethany C. Morrow
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 will meet virtually until further notice. If you are interested in attending a discussion please email Rebekah at rebekah.craft@baldwinlib.org.
November 1: The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich
December 6: A Slow Fire Burning by Paula Hawkins
January 3: The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klun
February 7: We Are Not Like Them by Christine Pride & Jo Piazza
Friends Don’t Let Friends Read Alone
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.
October 19: On Immunity by Eula Biss
November 16: Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid
December 21: In Five Years by Rebecca Serle
Books & Brews
Meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Facilitated by Adult Services Librarian Sarah. If you are interested in attending a discussion please email Sara at Sara.Jurek@baldwinlib.org.
October 27: When Time Stopped by Ariana Neumann
November 24: NO MEETING
December 22: The Innocents by Michael Crummey
Free Two-Hour Parking in Chester Street Deck
Metered street parking around Library
Free Parking on Sundays
248-647-1700
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:
November 24: Thanksgiving Holiday - Closed at 5:30 p.m.
November 25: Thanksgiving Day - Closed All Day