Chekhov/Paley Short Stories
A relaxed literary discussion pairs Anton Chekhov’s “Boys” with a short story by Grace Paley. Readers gather for close reading, shared interpretation, and conversation about fiction.
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Discuss Madeline Miller’s short stories “Galatea” and “Mestra,” exploring literary retellings of Greek mythology in an adult readers’ book club conversation.
Discuss Madeline Miller’s short stories “Galatea” and “Mestra,” exploring literary retellings of Greek mythology in an adult readers’ book club conversation.
A cozy, introvert-friendly reading ritual invites book lovers to set aside distractions and read quietly alongside neighbors. Come solo or with a friend for focused pages and gentle literary company.
A cozy, introvert-friendly reading ritual invites book lovers to set aside distractions and read quietly alongside neighbors. Come solo or with a friend for focused pages and gentle literary company.
A cozy, introvert-friendly reading ritual invites book lovers to set aside distractions and read quietly alongside neighbors. Come solo or with a friend for focused pages and gentle literary company.
An adult reading group gathers to discuss classic literature, share interpretations, and connect through thoughtful conversation about enduring books in a welcoming public library setting.
An adult reading group gathers to discuss classic literature, share interpretations, and connect through thoughtful conversation about enduring books in a welcoming public library setting.
An adult reading group gathers to discuss classic literature, share interpretations, and connect through thoughtful conversation about enduring books in a welcoming public library setting.
Weekly Critique
MoreWriters share new creative work in a supportive group critique, bringing 8–10 printed copies for close reading and constructive feedback. Listeners are welcome to discuss craft and find inspiration.
Writers share new creative work in a supportive group critique, bringing 8–10 printed copies for close reading and constructive feedback. Listeners are welcome to discuss craft and find inspiration.
Writers share new creative work in a supportive group critique, bringing 8–10 printed copies for close reading and constructive feedback. Listeners are welcome to discuss craft and find inspiration.
Thoughtful group discussions explore literature centering the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora, creating a community-centered space for cultural reflection, shared reading, and conversation.
Thoughtful group discussions explore literature centering the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora, creating a community-centered space for cultural reflection, shared reading, and conversation.
Thoughtful group discussions explore literature centering the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora, creating a community-centered space for cultural reflection, shared reading, and conversation.
Bring a fantasy or science-fiction book for casual conversation, spirited recommendations, and quiet reading alongside fellow genre fans. No assigned title or group discussion required.
Bring a fantasy or science-fiction book for casual conversation, spirited recommendations, and quiet reading alongside fellow genre fans. No assigned title or group discussion required.
Bring a fantasy or science-fiction book for casual conversation, spirited recommendations, and quiet reading alongside fellow genre fans. No assigned title or group discussion required.
Explore Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina history through readings and guided discussions inspired by themes from a local exhibit. The four-part series brings curious community members together for regional learning.
Explore Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina history through readings and guided discussions inspired by themes from a local exhibit. The four-part series brings curious community members together for regional learning.
Explore Asheville, Buncombe County, and Western North Carolina history through readings and guided discussions inspired by themes from a local exhibit. The four-part series brings curious community members together for regional learning.
Bring a current read for a relaxed, no-assigned-book gathering that blends casual reading with conversation, drinks, and meeting fellow book lovers at a local Asheville hangout.
Bring a current read for a relaxed, no-assigned-book gathering that blends casual reading with conversation, drinks, and meeting fellow book lovers at a local Asheville hangout.
Bring a current read for a relaxed, no-assigned-book gathering that blends casual reading with conversation, drinks, and meeting fellow book lovers at a local Asheville hangout.
A relaxed annual December gathering brings adult readers together for book-club conversation, seasonal camaraderie, and community connection in a welcoming public-library setting with an easygoing social atmosphere.
A relaxed annual December gathering brings adult readers together for book-club conversation, seasonal camaraderie, and community connection in a welcoming public-library setting with an easygoing social atmosphere.
A relaxed annual December gathering brings adult readers together for book-club conversation, seasonal camaraderie, and community connection in a welcoming public-library setting with an easygoing social atmosphere.
A relaxed reading meetup for adults ages 18–25, bringing young readers together for conversation, literary discussion, and community connection in a neighborhood community center. Registration required; $5 fee.
A relaxed reading meetup for adults ages 18–25, bringing young readers together for conversation, literary discussion, and community connection in a neighborhood community center. Registration required; $5 fee.
A relaxed reading meetup for adults ages 18–25, bringing young readers together for conversation, literary discussion, and community connection in a neighborhood community center. Registration required; $5 fee.
Discuss Ruth Reichl’s novel The Paris Novel in a welcoming adult reading group, with physical and digital library copies available to borrow through Buncombe County Public Libraries.
Discuss Ruth Reichl’s novel The Paris Novel in a welcoming adult reading group, with physical and digital library copies available to borrow through Buncombe County Public Libraries.
Discuss Ruth Reichl’s novel The Paris Novel in a welcoming adult reading group, with physical and digital library copies available to borrow through Buncombe County Public Libraries.
BOOK CLUB!
MoreAdult readers gather monthly to discuss a selected book, share interpretations, and connect through a relaxed literary conversation; upcoming reading titles have not been specified.
Adult readers gather monthly to discuss a selected book, share interpretations, and connect through a relaxed literary conversation; upcoming reading titles have not been specified.
Adult readers gather monthly to discuss a selected book, share interpretations, and connect through a relaxed literary conversation; upcoming reading titles have not been specified.
Discuss Virginia Evans’s novel The Correspondent in an adult evening book club, sharing perspectives on the month’s pick in a welcoming public library setting.
Discuss Virginia Evans’s novel The Correspondent in an adult evening book club, sharing perspectives on the month’s pick in a welcoming public library setting.
Discuss Virginia Evans’s novel The Correspondent in an adult evening book club, sharing perspectives on the month’s pick in a welcoming public library setting.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
A relaxed literary meetup centered on shared reading and group discussion in a cozy listening-room setting. Ideal for readers looking to connect locally, swap recommendations, and unwind with thoughtful conversation.
Discuss Kazuo Ishiguro’s unsettling speculative novel about students at an English boarding school confronting their purpose, identity, and humanity, with light refreshments and conversation among adult readers.
Discuss Kazuo Ishiguro’s unsettling speculative novel about students at an English boarding school confronting their purpose, identity, and humanity, with light refreshments and conversation among adult readers.
Discuss Kazuo Ishiguro’s unsettling speculative novel about students at an English boarding school confronting their purpose, identity, and humanity, with light refreshments and conversation among adult readers.
Readers discuss Tracy Chevalier’s historical novel Girl with a Pearl Earring, exploring its portrayal of 17th-century Delft, art, and the lives behind a famous painting in a welcoming library book club.
Readers discuss Tracy Chevalier’s historical novel Girl with a Pearl Earring, exploring its portrayal of 17th-century Delft, art, and the lives behind a famous painting in a welcoming library book club.
Readers discuss Tracy Chevalier’s historical novel Girl with a Pearl Earring, exploring its portrayal of 17th-century Delft, art, and the lives behind a famous painting in a welcoming library book club.
Explore classic and modern prose, poetry, and drama alongside works in philosophy, economics, political science, and psychology. Shared inquiry discussion gives readers context to examine assigned selections together.
Explore classic and modern prose, poetry, and drama alongside works in philosophy, economics, political science, and psychology. Shared inquiry discussion gives readers context to examine assigned selections together.
Explore classic and modern prose, poetry, and drama alongside works in philosophy, economics, political science, and psychology. Shared inquiry discussion gives readers context to examine assigned selections together.
A relaxed monthly gathering centers on discussion of the group’s selected book, with readers sharing interpretations, perspectives, and conversation in a welcoming community setting.
A relaxed monthly gathering centers on discussion of the group’s selected book, with readers sharing interpretations, perspectives, and conversation in a welcoming community setting.
A relaxed monthly gathering centers on discussion of the group’s selected book, with readers sharing interpretations, perspectives, and conversation in a welcoming community setting.
Watcha Readin'?
MoreSettle into a quiet, communal reading hour with a book you bring or choose from the shelves, a cocktail in hand, and an easygoing after-work atmosphere.
Settle into a quiet, communal reading hour with a book you bring or choose from the shelves, a cocktail in hand, and an easygoing after-work atmosphere.
Settle into a quiet, communal reading hour with a book you bring or choose from the shelves, a cocktail in hand, and an easygoing after-work atmosphere.
Stitch N Listen
MoreSettle into a relaxed adult crafting circle while an audio short story plays, combining hands-on creative work with quiet listening and neighborly connection.
Settle into a relaxed adult crafting circle while an audio short story plays, combining hands-on creative work with quiet listening and neighborly connection.
Settle into a relaxed adult crafting circle while an audio short story plays, combining hands-on creative work with quiet listening and neighborly connection.