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Book Discussions & Literary Events
The Library offers a variety of book discussion groups for adult readers, as well as poetry readings and other literary events. New participants are always welcome, so please consider joining us!
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS
Scholar’s Pick
Scholar-led by Dr. Jessica Gerson
Scholar’s Picks meets from September-November, March-June on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. Registration is suggested but not required; register here or call 563-3618. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the discussion.
March 21 – Jude the Obscure by Thomas Hardy
April 18 - The Space Between Us by Thrity Umrigar
May 16 - The Submission by Amy Waldman
June 20 - State of Wonder by Ann Patchett
The Underground Page
Designed for 20/30 somethings, The Underground Page meets on the LAST Monday of every month at 7 p.m. Led by Library Assistant, Sarah Hurd, this new book group will read and discuss books that address all things “seedy”, “unsavory” and “edgy”..
Registration is suggested but not required; register here or call 563-3618. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the discussion.
May 21 - World War Z by Max Brooks
June 25 - House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski
July 30 - Oblivion: Stories by David Foster Wallace
Newburgh Great Books
The Newburgh Great Books discussion group focuses on carefully selected readings and questions from anthologies published by the Great Books Foundation and follows the Shared Inquiry Method promoted by the Foundation.
This is an ongoing program and new participants are always welcome. Newburgh Great Books generally meets the 4th Wednesday night of every month at 6:30 p.m. and the 4th Friday at 11:30 a.m.
To find out more about the selected book, the Shared Inquiry Method of discussion or to register, please call 563-3613.
Spring/Summer 2012 Schedule
Daytime: Fridays: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
May 25, June 22, July 27, August 24
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Evening: Wednesdays: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
May 23, June 27, July 23, August 27
Poetry Circle
Join us each month for an evening of reading, appreciation and discussion of poetry. This new fun and informal discussion group is led by local poet Barbara Adams. All poetry lovers are welcome!
Bring a favorite poem by an established poet to share with the group. Add your enthusiasm, thoughts and curiosity about poems that others bring.
Thursday, May 31 at 7 p.m.
Thursday, June 28 at 7 p.m.
LITERARY EVENTS
The Library offers a variety of literary events during the year, such as poetry readings, author readings & receptions, and community reads.
Poetry Reading & Open Mic
Tuesday, May 15 – 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The Library will present an evening of poetry readings called “Family Albums: A Poetry Sampler”
with a focus on families and relationships. Featured poets are Mary Makofske and Donna Spector.
Open mic to follow, with registration at the door. For further information call 563-3629