
May - In the Lives of Puppets
Lively discussion of T. Kingfisher’s novel In the Lives of Puppets in a garden setting, with a small-group conversation focused on themes, characters, and favorite moments among local readers.
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Spooky literary discussion of Shirley Jackson’s gothic classic The Haunting of Hill House, digging into eerie atmosphere, psychological tension, and haunted-house themes. Gather with fellow readers at the Botanical Gardens for an autumn book-club meetup.

Spooky literary discussion of Shirley Jackson’s gothic classic The Haunting of Hill House, digging into eerie atmosphere, psychological tension, and haunted-house themes. Gather with fellow readers at the Botanical Gardens for an autumn book-club meetup.
Spooky literary discussion of Shirley Jackson’s gothic classic The Haunting of Hill House, digging into eerie atmosphere, psychological tension, and haunted-house themes. Gather with fellow readers at the Botanical Gardens for an autumn book-club meetup.

Cozy story time in a cat lounge with a cat themed children’s book read aloud while resident black cats lounge nearby. Geared to families with kids age 7 and under for a relaxed, sensory friendly reading hangout.

Cozy story time in a cat lounge with a cat themed children’s book read aloud while resident black cats lounge nearby. Geared to families with kids age 7 and under for a relaxed, sensory friendly reading hangout.
Cozy story time in a cat lounge with a cat themed children’s book read aloud while resident black cats lounge nearby. Geared to families with kids age 7 and under for a relaxed, sensory friendly reading hangout.

Cozy evening story time surrounded by resident cats in a whimsical, candlelit boutique setting. Expect relaxed listening, cat cuddles, and community hangout energy centered on feline-friendly fun.

Cozy evening story time surrounded by resident cats in a whimsical, candlelit boutique setting. Expect relaxed listening, cat cuddles, and community hangout energy centered on feline-friendly fun.
Cozy evening story time surrounded by resident cats in a whimsical, candlelit boutique setting. Expect relaxed listening, cat cuddles, and community hangout energy centered on feline-friendly fun.

Bring a book of your choice for a reader-led discussion in a welcoming library setting. Monthly conversations invite neighbors to share perspectives across a wide range of genres.

Bring a book of your choice for a reader-led discussion in a welcoming library setting. Monthly conversations invite neighbors to share perspectives across a wide range of genres.
Bring a book of your choice for a reader-led discussion in a welcoming library setting. Monthly conversations invite neighbors to share perspectives across a wide range of genres.

A monthly group discussion centered on the club’s current book selection, with a casual, conversational vibe in a quiet public library setting. Ideal for readers who enjoy shared reflection, recommendations, and community connection.

A monthly group discussion centered on the club’s current book selection, with a casual, conversational vibe in a quiet public library setting. Ideal for readers who enjoy shared reflection, recommendations, and community connection.
A monthly group discussion centered on the club’s current book selection, with a casual, conversational vibe in a quiet public library setting. Ideal for readers who enjoy shared reflection, recommendations, and community connection.

Spooky-season fantasy romance discussion centered on undead love interests—vampires, liches, zombies, and more. Expect reader recommendations, trope talk, and lively conversation in a cozy book-club meetup setting.

Spooky-season fantasy romance discussion centered on undead love interests—vampires, liches, zombies, and more. Expect reader recommendations, trope talk, and lively conversation in a cozy book-club meetup setting.
Spooky-season fantasy romance discussion centered on undead love interests—vampires, liches, zombies, and more. Expect reader recommendations, trope talk, and lively conversation in a cozy book-club meetup setting.

An author conversation explores a debut novel of transatlantic travel, romance, and self-discovery through the perspective of a Black millennial woman, followed by a book signing.

An author conversation explores a debut novel of transatlantic travel, romance, and self-discovery through the perspective of a Black millennial woman, followed by a book signing.
An author conversation explores a debut novel of transatlantic travel, romance, and self-discovery through the perspective of a Black millennial woman, followed by a book signing.

Trace plants and gardens across literature, film, and social media, from familiar favorites to macabre tales spanning centuries and genres. Gather ideas for creating a garden of your own.

Trace plants and gardens across literature, film, and social media, from familiar favorites to macabre tales spanning centuries and genres. Gather ideas for creating a garden of your own.
Trace plants and gardens across literature, film, and social media, from familiar favorites to macabre tales spanning centuries and genres. Gather ideas for creating a garden of your own.

A quiet, communal reading session creates space to settle into a book alongside fellow readers, with an unhurried literary atmosphere centered on focused reading rather than discussion.

A quiet, communal reading session creates space to settle into a book alongside fellow readers, with an unhurried literary atmosphere centered on focused reading rather than discussion.
A quiet, communal reading session creates space to settle into a book alongside fellow readers, with an unhurried literary atmosphere centered on focused reading rather than discussion.

A welcoming monthly reading group gathers for thoughtful conversation about Sarah Addison Allen’s First Frost, blending Southern fiction, family ties, and a touch of magical realism in a relaxed community setting.

A welcoming monthly reading group gathers for thoughtful conversation about Sarah Addison Allen’s First Frost, blending Southern fiction, family ties, and a touch of magical realism in a relaxed community setting.
A welcoming monthly reading group gathers for thoughtful conversation about Sarah Addison Allen’s First Frost, blending Southern fiction, family ties, and a touch of magical realism in a relaxed community setting.

Folk-horror and gothic-romance vibes anchor a release night with poetry and singer-songwriter sets, an author chat and audience Q&A, then a late-evening book signing with Andrew K. Clark and local writer Thomas Calder.

Folk-horror and gothic-romance vibes anchor a release night with poetry and singer-songwriter sets, an author chat and audience Q&A, then a late-evening book signing with Andrew K. Clark and local writer Thomas Calder.
Folk-horror and gothic-romance vibes anchor a release night with poetry and singer-songwriter sets, an author chat and audience Q&A, then a late-evening book signing with Andrew K. Clark and local writer Thomas Calder.

Adult readers gather monthly to discuss a selected book, exchange perspectives and interpretations, and connect through literary conversation in a welcoming public library setting.

Adult readers gather monthly to discuss a selected book, exchange perspectives and interpretations, and connect through literary conversation in a welcoming public library setting.
Adult readers gather monthly to discuss a selected book, exchange perspectives and interpretations, and connect through literary conversation in a welcoming public library setting.

Adult readers gather for a community book discussion in a public library setting. The conversation creates space to share perspectives, explore literature, and connect with fellow readers.

Adult readers gather for a community book discussion in a public library setting. The conversation creates space to share perspectives, explore literature, and connect with fellow readers.
Adult readers gather for a community book discussion in a public library setting. The conversation creates space to share perspectives, explore literature, and connect with fellow readers.

Quiet, cozy Silent Book Club time unfolds in a pasture alongside a friendly dairy-goat herd, with plenty of goat snuggles and curious nuzzles. A short herd intro and supervised treat-feeding round out this low-key farm hangout.

Quiet, cozy Silent Book Club time unfolds in a pasture alongside a friendly dairy-goat herd, with plenty of goat snuggles and curious nuzzles. A short herd intro and supervised treat-feeding round out this low-key farm hangout.
Quiet, cozy Silent Book Club time unfolds in a pasture alongside a friendly dairy-goat herd, with plenty of goat snuggles and curious nuzzles. A short herd intro and supervised treat-feeding round out this low-key farm hangout.

Adult readers gather for an in-person discussion of Patrick Ryan’s novel Buckeye, sharing thoughtful literary conversation and community connection in a recurring monthly gathering for local readers.

Adult readers gather for an in-person discussion of Patrick Ryan’s novel Buckeye, sharing thoughtful literary conversation and community connection in a recurring monthly gathering for local readers.
Adult readers gather for an in-person discussion of Patrick Ryan’s novel Buckeye, sharing thoughtful literary conversation and community connection in a recurring monthly gathering for local readers.

Unwind with coloring pages in a cozy cat lounge while friendly resident cats roam, nap, and sometimes “help” with your art. A low key evening for teens and adults to socialize, de stress, and create.

Unwind with coloring pages in a cozy cat lounge while friendly resident cats roam, nap, and sometimes “help” with your art. A low key evening for teens and adults to socialize, de stress, and create.
Unwind with coloring pages in a cozy cat lounge while friendly resident cats roam, nap, and sometimes “help” with your art. A low key evening for teens and adults to socialize, de stress, and create.

Soothing, low-lit cat lounge session of gentle purring and cuddles alongside 50 minutes of adult coloring from provided books and markers; a social, stress-relief evening for cat-lovers seeking calm and creative connection.

Soothing, low-lit cat lounge session of gentle purring and cuddles alongside 50 minutes of adult coloring from provided books and markers; a social, stress-relief evening for cat-lovers seeking calm and creative connection.
Soothing, low-lit cat lounge session of gentle purring and cuddles alongside 50 minutes of adult coloring from provided books and markers; a social, stress-relief evening for cat-lovers seeking calm and creative connection.

Late-night tarot readings in a cozy cat-filled space with an occult, mystical vibe. A small, intimate session suited for seekers of divination, spiritual curiosity, and relaxed social energy.

Late-night tarot readings in a cozy cat-filled space with an occult, mystical vibe. A small, intimate session suited for seekers of divination, spiritual curiosity, and relaxed social energy.
Late-night tarot readings in a cozy cat-filled space with an occult, mystical vibe. A small, intimate session suited for seekers of divination, spiritual curiosity, and relaxed social energy.

Explore gardens across literature, film, and social media, from beloved classics like The Secret Garden to macabre mysteries. Discover fresh reading and viewing favorites alongside inspiration for creating your own garden.

Explore gardens across literature, film, and social media, from beloved classics like The Secret Garden to macabre mysteries. Discover fresh reading and viewing favorites alongside inspiration for creating your own garden.
Explore gardens across literature, film, and social media, from beloved classics like The Secret Garden to macabre mysteries. Discover fresh reading and viewing favorites alongside inspiration for creating your own garden.

Late-night literary discussion of Nikos Kazantzakis’ classic novel set on Crete, tracing Zorba’s zest for life alongside questions of God, faith, love, and purpose. Expect reflective conversation and community connection in a casual pizza spot.

Late-night literary discussion of Nikos Kazantzakis’ classic novel set on Crete, tracing Zorba’s zest for life alongside questions of God, faith, love, and purpose. Expect reflective conversation and community connection in a casual pizza spot.
Late-night literary discussion of Nikos Kazantzakis’ classic novel set on Crete, tracing Zorba’s zest for life alongside questions of God, faith, love, and purpose. Expect reflective conversation and community connection in a casual pizza spot.