
Read: "The Mountain in the Sea" by Nayler
Cozy pub discussion of speculative maritime mystery and thematic worldbuilding, with casual conversation over beers welcoming both readers and curious drop-ins; the group will tackle Walter Miller's A Canticle for Leibowitz next month.
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Quiet communal reading with beer at The Whale in West Asheville; arrive at 6 for an hour of silent reading (print or headphone audiobooks) with an optional casual discussion afterward.

Quiet communal reading with beer at The Whale in West Asheville; arrive at 6 for an hour of silent reading (print or headphone audiobooks) with an optional casual discussion afterward.
Quiet communal reading with beer at The Whale in West Asheville; arrive at 6 for an hour of silent reading (print or headphone audiobooks) with an optional casual discussion afterward.

In-depth discussion of Francis Spufford's Cahokia Jazz, a longer-than-usual historical novel, with a month-plus reading window and evening meetup in Zillicoah Beer Co.'s brewery taproom; modest Meetup contributions welcomed.

In-depth discussion of Francis Spufford's Cahokia Jazz, a longer-than-usual historical novel, with a month-plus reading window and evening meetup in Zillicoah Beer Co.'s brewery taproom; modest Meetup contributions welcomed.
In-depth discussion of Francis Spufford's Cahokia Jazz, a longer-than-usual historical novel, with a month-plus reading window and evening meetup in Zillicoah Beer Co.'s brewery taproom; modest Meetup contributions welcomed.

Community led afternoon book discussion where readers gather for an hour of guided conversation, recommendations, and community connection; drop in attendees and new members welcome.

Community led afternoon book discussion where readers gather for an hour of guided conversation, recommendations, and community connection; drop in attendees and new members welcome.
Community led afternoon book discussion where readers gather for an hour of guided conversation, recommendations, and community connection; drop in attendees and new members welcome.

Darkly humorous and unsettling prose about transformation sparks group discussion in a casual cider taproom setting, with readers dissecting themes of alienation, absurdity, and domestic decay.

Darkly humorous and unsettling prose about transformation sparks group discussion in a casual cider taproom setting, with readers dissecting themes of alienation, absurdity, and domestic decay.
Darkly humorous and unsettling prose about transformation sparks group discussion in a casual cider taproom setting, with readers dissecting themes of alienation, absurdity, and domestic decay.

Casual Sunday-morning coffee conversations for local non-believers, meeting at Earth Fare’s cafe for open, drop-in discussion; twice-monthly book club at Standard Pizza and occasional weekday brewery gatherings.

Casual Sunday-morning coffee conversations for local non-believers, meeting at Earth Fare’s cafe for open, drop-in discussion; twice-monthly book club at Standard Pizza and occasional weekday brewery gatherings.
Casual Sunday-morning coffee conversations for local non-believers, meeting at Earth Fare’s cafe for open, drop-in discussion; twice-monthly book club at Standard Pizza and occasional weekday brewery gatherings.

Lyrical magical realism reading of Gabriel García Márquez’s 'Death Constant Beyond Love,' delving into power, mortality, and political spectacle with irony and quiet tenderness; informal short story discussion in a cocktail lounge.

Lyrical magical realism reading of Gabriel García Márquez’s 'Death Constant Beyond Love,' delving into power, mortality, and political spectacle with irony and quiet tenderness; informal short story discussion in a cocktail lounge.
Lyrical magical realism reading of Gabriel García Márquez’s 'Death Constant Beyond Love,' delving into power, mortality, and political spectacle with irony and quiet tenderness; informal short story discussion in a cocktail lounge.
Women gather in Leveller Brewing's Weaverville taproom for a facilitated discussion of Margaret Maron's Bootlegger's Daughter, hosted by Gab in a relaxed evening brewery setting with casual conversation and community connection.
Women gather in Leveller Brewing's Weaverville taproom for a facilitated discussion of Margaret Maron's Bootlegger's Daughter, hosted by Gab in a relaxed evening brewery setting with casual conversation and community connection.
Women gather in Leveller Brewing's Weaverville taproom for a facilitated discussion of Margaret Maron's Bootlegger's Daughter, hosted by Gab in a relaxed evening brewery setting with casual conversation and community connection.

Readers gather for a relaxed morning discussion of rotating genres at Pack Memorial Library on the second Wednesday monthly, welcoming newcomers to casual conversation and thoughtful commentary on fiction, nonfiction, and short-form works.

Readers gather for a relaxed morning discussion of rotating genres at Pack Memorial Library on the second Wednesday monthly, welcoming newcomers to casual conversation and thoughtful commentary on fiction, nonfiction, and short-form works.
Readers gather for a relaxed morning discussion of rotating genres at Pack Memorial Library on the second Wednesday monthly, welcoming newcomers to casual conversation and thoughtful commentary on fiction, nonfiction, and short-form works.

Energetic evening of fun, informative short talks spanning pop science, history, and quirky topics in a casual River Arts District brewery taproom, pairing curiosity driven presentations with a relaxed bar atmosphere.

Energetic evening of fun, informative short talks spanning pop science, history, and quirky topics in a casual River Arts District brewery taproom, pairing curiosity driven presentations with a relaxed bar atmosphere.
Energetic evening of fun, informative short talks spanning pop science, history, and quirky topics in a casual River Arts District brewery taproom, pairing curiosity driven presentations with a relaxed bar atmosphere.

Casual Sunday morning conversations for secular thinkers, pairing open discussion with a biweekly book club; group also meets Wednesday evenings at local breweries and hosts monthly Hendersonville gatherings and multi-location meetups.

Casual Sunday morning conversations for secular thinkers, pairing open discussion with a biweekly book club; group also meets Wednesday evenings at local breweries and hosts monthly Hendersonville gatherings and multi-location meetups.
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Engage in close-read discussions of nonfiction on climate change, global conflicts, and cultural studies, parsing policy implications and historical context with fellow readers in the Transylvania County Library meeting room.

Engage in close-read discussions of nonfiction on climate change, global conflicts, and cultural studies, parsing policy implications and historical context with fellow readers in the Transylvania County Library meeting room.
Engage in close-read discussions of nonfiction on climate change, global conflicts, and cultural studies, parsing policy implications and historical context with fellow readers in the Transylvania County Library meeting room.

Candlelit browsing through a curated selection of romance paperbacks and bookish themed gifts, paired with drinks and casual mingling in a cozy West Asheville pop up atmosphere for readers and gift hunters.

Candlelit browsing through a curated selection of romance paperbacks and bookish themed gifts, paired with drinks and casual mingling in a cozy West Asheville pop up atmosphere for readers and gift hunters.
Candlelit browsing through a curated selection of romance paperbacks and bookish themed gifts, paired with drinks and casual mingling in a cozy West Asheville pop up atmosphere for readers and gift hunters.

Dice clatter and laughter fill a West Asheville taproom for casual board game nights with taught play, craft brews, and social mingling—bring your favorite games or learn new ones with a local gaming crowd.

Dice clatter and laughter fill a West Asheville taproom for casual board game nights with taught play, craft brews, and social mingling—bring your favorite games or learn new ones with a local gaming crowd.
Dice clatter and laughter fill a West Asheville taproom for casual board game nights with taught play, craft brews, and social mingling—bring your favorite games or learn new ones with a local gaming crowd.

Casual board-game nights in a lively brewery taproom with local craft beer; bring your favorite titles or learn new tabletop and card games from welcoming players—beginner-friendly social meetup.

Casual board-game nights in a lively brewery taproom with local craft beer; bring your favorite titles or learn new tabletop and card games from welcoming players—beginner-friendly social meetup.
Casual board-game nights in a lively brewery taproom with local craft beer; bring your favorite titles or learn new tabletop and card games from welcoming players—beginner-friendly social meetup.

Low-pressure social gathering where developers, tech pros, and hobbyists mingle over craft beer, trade project tips, and offer mentorship in a relaxed brewery taproom during an evening meetup.

Low-pressure social gathering where developers, tech pros, and hobbyists mingle over craft beer, trade project tips, and offer mentorship in a relaxed brewery taproom during an evening meetup.
Low-pressure social gathering where developers, tech pros, and hobbyists mingle over craft beer, trade project tips, and offer mentorship in a relaxed brewery taproom during an evening meetup.

Casual, welcoming board game night in a brewery taproom where players of all skill levels bring favorite titles to play; light snacks are available onsite and nearby takeout makes it easy to linger and socialize.

Casual, welcoming board game night in a brewery taproom where players of all skill levels bring favorite titles to play; light snacks are available onsite and nearby takeout makes it easy to linger and socialize.
Casual, welcoming board game night in a brewery taproom where players of all skill levels bring favorite titles to play; light snacks are available onsite and nearby takeout makes it easy to linger and socialize.

Close-read community discussion of Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle's WWII-era novel exploring Cherokee life, identity, and wartime memory; participant-led literary analysis with historical-context insights and small-group dialogue.

Close-read community discussion of Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle's WWII-era novel exploring Cherokee life, identity, and wartime memory; participant-led literary analysis with historical-context insights and small-group dialogue.
Close-read community discussion of Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle's WWII-era novel exploring Cherokee life, identity, and wartime memory; participant-led literary analysis with historical-context insights and small-group dialogue.

Casual weekly Wednesday night tabletop sessions for a rotating mix of strategy, party, and cooperative board and card games; friendly players teach newcomers and accommodate all skill levels in a relaxed café atmosphere.

Casual weekly Wednesday night tabletop sessions for a rotating mix of strategy, party, and cooperative board and card games; friendly players teach newcomers and accommodate all skill levels in a relaxed café atmosphere.
Casual weekly Wednesday night tabletop sessions for a rotating mix of strategy, party, and cooperative board and card games; friendly players teach newcomers and accommodate all skill levels in a relaxed café atmosphere.

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Monthly conversational book discussions centered on African Diaspora literature, histories, and futures, led by Alexandria Ravenel in YMI Cultural Center’s art gallery or Noir Collective AVL, fostering community-centered dialogue.
Monthly conversational book discussions centered on African Diaspora literature, histories, and futures, led by Alexandria Ravenel in YMI Cultural Center’s art gallery or Noir Collective AVL, fostering community-centered dialogue.

Cozy evening discussion of Casey McQuiston's saucy, time-travel sapphic romance—magical, big-hearted love and found-family themes—held at a cocktail bar with food, drinks, and queer-led conversation.

Cozy evening discussion of Casey McQuiston's saucy, time-travel sapphic romance—magical, big-hearted love and found-family themes—held at a cocktail bar with food, drinks, and queer-led conversation.
Cozy evening discussion of Casey McQuiston's saucy, time-travel sapphic romance—magical, big-hearted love and found-family themes—held at a cocktail bar with food, drinks, and queer-led conversation.