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Book Discussion Groups

In-person library programs and meeting room bookings remain suspended until further notice.

All discussions held virtually via Zoom. Registration required. Limit 12. Books are available one month prior to meetings. Limited digital copies are available through OverDrive and Digital Library of Illinois. Programs via Zoom: A link and password to the Zoom meeting will be emailed after registration. New to Zoom? It’s easy. Learn how to use this service here.

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Book Discussions

BookBites: Reading Social

Thursdays, 7 PM • Via Zoom

Co-sponsored by the Niles-Maine District Library.

April 1: Mornings with Rosemary by Libby Page

May 6: The Confessions of Frannie Langton by Sara Collins

 


Page Turners

Mondays, 1 PM • Via Zoom

April 5: The Secrets We Kept by Lara Prescott

May 3: Little Faith by Nickolas Butler

 


BookIt! Nonfiction Book Group

Wednesdays, 1 PM • Via Zoom

March 24: At Home by Bill Bryson

May 26: The Death and Life of the Great Lakes by Dan Egan


Great Books Discussion

Wednesdays, 10 AM 

March 10: The Tempest by William Shakespeare
April 14: Rhetoric by Aristotle
May 12: Paradise Lost by John Milton

Discussions moderated by journalist/editor Michael Bartlett. Contact Michael at 773-220-2553 or mbartlett11@yahoo.com with questions.


Much Ado About Mysteries

Thursday, March 11, 7-8:30 PM • Via Zoom

Discussion Topic: Sherlock’s Family & Friends


Science Fiction/Fantasy Book Club

Mondays, 7-8 PM • Via Zoom

March 22: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams
April 26: The Man in the High Castle by Philip K. Dick
May 24: Prelude to Foundation by Isaac Asimov


The Next Chapter Book Club logoNext Chapter Book Club

Bi-Weekly, Wednesdays, 1-2 PM • Via Zoom

Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities read and learn, make friends, and have fun together in a public setting. Trained volunteers facilitate each club meeting. Meetings are held Wednesday mornings in the Library. Read more about becoming a member.


All Things Spanish

Wednesdays, 7 PM • Via Zoom

March 17: View & Review—Stream the movie Entre Nos on Hoopla before the meeting and then join the discussion.
April 21: Game Night—Join us for a virtual round of Contraseña. Minimum 6.
May 19: Read a News Article—Read in advance then join the discussion. Limit 10.


Collections for Book Clubs

Book Club in a Bag

Ten copies of each title plus book discussion guides with questions. Perfect for book clubs.

Book Discussion Collection

Multiple copies of specially selected titles available for your book club.


Need More Help?

Call 847-729-7500 x7600, visit the Reader Services Desk or fill out an online request form.

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