
Read: "The Dog Stars" by Heller
A relaxed book discussion explores Peter Heller’s post-apocalyptic novel The Dog Stars, with beer and conversation welcoming readers who haven’t finished—or even started—the book. Susanna Clarke’s Piranesi is next month’s pick.
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Casual evening book discussion geared toward women in a laid-back brewery setting in Weaverville. Expect community conversation over pints, with a welcoming, low-pressure meetup vibe for regulars and newcomers.

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Conversation-driven discussion of Olga Tokarczuk’s literary mystery set in a remote Polish village, with themes of astrology, isolation, and dark winter intrigue. A casual digital-nomad meetup in a downtown dessert bar for thoughtful readers and new connections.

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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.
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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.
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Discuss Terry Roberts’s novel about Jo Salter, a mathematical prodigy from the North Carolina mountains who rebuilds her life after her mother’s death and imagines an unexpected future.

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Settle into quiet communal reading during Banned Books Week, celebrating open access to information and the freedom to seek and express ideas alongside Asheville’s literary community.

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Discuss H. G. Wells’s classic science fiction novel The War of the Worlds over coffee in a relaxed morning gathering for readers and literary conversation.

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Discuss the Star Trek universe, watch episodes, test your knowledge with trivia, and make themed crafts in an inclusive gathering for adult fans, from longtime Trekkies to newcomers.

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Build reading confidence in a relaxed library setting by reading aloud to Freya, a certified therapy Springer Spaniel who listens without judgment. Bring a favorite book or choose one from the shelves.

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Young readers build fluency, confidence, and enjoyment through a relaxed 15-minute read-aloud with certified therapy dog Hayley; advance registration and a parent or guardian waiver are recommended.

Young readers build confidence by practicing aloud with Freya, a certified therapy dog who listens without judgment. Bring a favorite book or choose one from the library shelves.

Young readers build confidence by practicing aloud with Freya, a certified therapy dog who listens without judgment. Bring a favorite book or choose one from the library shelves.
Young readers build confidence by practicing aloud with Freya, a certified therapy dog who listens without judgment. Bring a favorite book or choose one from the library shelves.

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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.

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Discuss Tracy Chevalier’s historical novel At the Edge of the Orchard in a welcoming reader gathering, with physical and digital copies available through Buncombe County Public Libraries.
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