
August - Romantic Suspense/Horror
Romantasy book discussion centered on romantic suspense and horror titles that deliver thrills and chills—while still guaranteeing a happily ever after with the love interests together. Meet among the greenery for genre talk, recs, and community reading vibes.
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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.
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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.

Readers unpack Simone St. James’s haunted-motel mystery through theories, favorite moments, and discussion of horror and suspense in a welcoming group open to new members.

Readers unpack Simone St. James’s haunted-motel mystery through theories, favorite moments, and discussion of horror and suspense in a welcoming group open to new members.
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Monthly discussions explore romance novels, with readers sharing perspectives on the genre and October’s selection, Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez. Adult readers and newcomers are welcome.

Monthly discussions explore romance novels, with readers sharing perspectives on the genre and October’s selection, Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez. Adult readers and newcomers are welcome.
Monthly discussions explore romance novels, with readers sharing perspectives on the genre and October’s selection, Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez. Adult readers and newcomers are welcome.

Readers gather after hours to choose upcoming monthly selections and shape the club’s conversations, sharing preferences for a relaxed community book discussion and future reading schedule.

Readers gather after hours to choose upcoming monthly selections and shape the club’s conversations, sharing preferences for a relaxed community book discussion and future reading schedule.
Readers gather after hours to choose upcoming monthly selections and shape the club’s conversations, sharing preferences for a relaxed community book discussion and future reading schedule.

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.

Discuss a murder mystery with fellow readers, whether you loved the book, disliked it, or haven’t read it yet. Trade opinions and discover new titles for your to-be-read list.

Discuss a murder mystery with fellow readers, whether you loved the book, disliked it, or haven’t read it yet. Trade opinions and discover new titles for your to-be-read list.
Discuss a murder mystery with fellow readers, whether you loved the book, disliked it, or haven’t read it yet. Trade opinions and discover new titles for your to-be-read list.

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.

Readers bring a book of their choice for an open discussion, welcoming varied genres and reading tastes. The monthly library gathering meets on the third Wednesday this month.

Readers bring a book of their choice for an open discussion, welcoming varied genres and reading tastes. The monthly library gathering meets on the third Wednesday this month.
Readers bring a book of their choice for an open discussion, welcoming varied genres and reading tastes. The monthly library gathering meets on the third Wednesday this month.

Readers select individual titles around a rotating shared theme, then compare perspectives and discover unfamiliar genres in a welcoming, every-other-month literary discussion with fellow readers.

Readers select individual titles around a rotating shared theme, then compare perspectives and discover unfamiliar genres in a welcoming, every-other-month literary discussion with fellow readers.
Readers select individual titles around a rotating shared theme, then compare perspectives and discover unfamiliar genres in a welcoming, every-other-month literary discussion with fellow readers.

A welcoming monthly reading group discusses Virginia Feito’s Victorian Psycho, exploring dark Victorian fiction and contemporary literary themes in a community library setting. Readers can share interpretations and connect over their latest read.

A welcoming monthly reading group discusses Virginia Feito’s Victorian Psycho, exploring dark Victorian fiction and contemporary literary themes in a community library setting. Readers can share interpretations and connect over their latest read.
A welcoming monthly reading group discusses Virginia Feito’s Victorian Psycho, exploring dark Victorian fiction and contemporary literary themes in a community library setting. Readers can share interpretations and connect over their latest read.

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.

Casual introvert happy hour vibes with a little chit chat before settling into quiet, shared reading time. Bring your own fantasy or sci fi book, then swap rants and raves with fellow readers in a Riverside brewery taproom.

Casual introvert happy hour vibes with a little chit chat before settling into quiet, shared reading time. Bring your own fantasy or sci fi book, then swap rants and raves with fellow readers in a Riverside brewery taproom.
Casual introvert happy hour vibes with a little chit chat before settling into quiet, shared reading time. Bring your own fantasy or sci fi book, then swap rants and raves with fellow readers in a Riverside brewery taproom.

A late-night ACOTAR fandom bash with a pop-up bookshop, 9:30–10:30 trivia, and costume-friendly hangouts. Expect themed drink specials, crafts and games with prizes, then a midnight pickup of ACOTAR 6.

A late-night ACOTAR fandom bash with a pop-up bookshop, 9:30–10:30 trivia, and costume-friendly hangouts. Expect themed drink specials, crafts and games with prizes, then a midnight pickup of ACOTAR 6.
A late-night ACOTAR fandom bash with a pop-up bookshop, 9:30–10:30 trivia, and costume-friendly hangouts. Expect themed drink specials, crafts and games with prizes, then a midnight pickup of ACOTAR 6.

Readers gather for an adult book-club conversation about psychological suspense, character motives, and the twists in Alex Michaelides’s The Silent Patient, sharing interpretations and reading perspectives.

Readers gather for an adult book-club conversation about psychological suspense, character motives, and the twists in Alex Michaelides’s The Silent Patient, sharing interpretations and reading perspectives.
Readers gather for an adult book-club conversation about psychological suspense, character motives, and the twists in Alex Michaelides’s The Silent Patient, sharing interpretations and reading perspectives.

Discuss Stephen Graham Jones’s horror novel The Only Good Indians over coffee and lively conversation in a welcoming library meeting room. Registration is required for this monthly book group.

Discuss Stephen Graham Jones’s horror novel The Only Good Indians over coffee and lively conversation in a welcoming library meeting room. Registration is required for this monthly book group.
Discuss Stephen Graham Jones’s horror novel The Only Good Indians over coffee and lively conversation in a welcoming library meeting room. Registration is required for this monthly book group.

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.

Casual book chat centered on an education and learning theme while sipping wines and snacking in an informal upstairs meetup space. Bring any fiction or nonfiction pick tied to the topic and settle in for relaxed conversation.

Casual book chat centered on an education and learning theme while sipping wines and snacking in an informal upstairs meetup space. Bring any fiction or nonfiction pick tied to the topic and settle in for relaxed conversation.
Casual book chat centered on an education and learning theme while sipping wines and snacking in an informal upstairs meetup space. Bring any fiction or nonfiction pick tied to the topic and settle in for relaxed conversation.

A welcoming monthly discussion explores romance novels and contemporary love stories, with newcomers encouraged to join adult readers. November’s selection is Canadian Boyfriend by Jenny Holiday.

A welcoming monthly discussion explores romance novels and contemporary love stories, with newcomers encouraged to join adult readers. November’s selection is Canadian Boyfriend by Jenny Holiday.
A welcoming monthly discussion explores romance novels and contemporary love stories, with newcomers encouraged to join adult readers. November’s selection is Canadian Boyfriend by Jenny Holiday.

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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.