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.
October 11: Shark Dog by Ged Adamson
November 8: The Cow Who Climbed a Tree by Gemma Merino
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.
October 24: The Second Mrs. Hockaday by Susan Rivers
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.
October 18: The Littles by John Peterson
November 15: Freckle Juice by Judy Blume
Registration required. Books generously provided by the Hornac Endowment Fund
MOTHER DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB – GRADES 4 to 6
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
October 23: I Love You, Michael Collins by Lauren Baratz-Logsted
November 27: Towers Falling by Jewell Parker Rhodes
Registration required. Books generously provided by the Hornac Endowment Fund.
BOOKS AND BAGELS – GRADES 4 TO 6
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
October 9: The Blackthorn Key by Kevin Sands
November 13: Story Thieves by James Riley
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.
November 26: The Young Chef by The Culinary Institute of America
Register by October 22 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.
Registration required
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.
SEPTEMBER 4: A Night Divided by Jennifer A. Nielsen
OCTOBER 2: The Hired Girl by Laura Amy Schlitz
NOVEMBER 6: The Nest by Kenneth Oppel
High School Pizza and Pages
Grades 9-12, the first Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
Registration required
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.
SEPTEMBER 6: Scythe by Neal Shusterman
OCTOBER 4: Allegedly by Tiffany D. Jackson
NOVEMBER 1: Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes
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.
SEPTEMBER 12: The Story of Arthur Truluv by Elizabeth Berg
OCTOBER 10: Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan Stradal
NOVEMBER 14: Enchanted Islands by Allison Amend
Next Popular Reads Book Club
Meets occasional Mondays at 1:00 p.m. at Birmingham Next. Facilitated by Rebekah, Associate Director.
SEPTEMBER 10: The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn
NOVEMBER 12: The Gunners by Rebecca Kauffman
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.
SEPTEMBER 26: We Are All Welcome Here by Elizabeth Berg
OCTOBER 24: Nutshell by Ian McEwan
This club does not meet in November.
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.
SEPTEMBER 18: Open House by Elizabeth Berg
OCTOBER 16: We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves by Karen Joy Fowler
NOVEMBER 20: The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen
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
September 1-3 - Labor Day Weekend
October 19 - Closing at 1:00 p.m.