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Book Discussions

On this page you will find the currently scheduled book discussions held either at the Library, or virtually.




Afternoon Book Discussion (In-Library)

Moderated by Professor William Schiavo, these in-person monthly discussions are open to all, no registration required. A combination of classic, world literature, and occasionally pertinent non-fiction will be discussed. Copies of books will be available at the Library.


 

king Lear book coverAfternoon Book Discussion: King Lear by Shakespeare, Adults

Thursday, October 5, 2:00 – 3:30 PM

A tragedy of an aging king, betrayed by his daughters, robbed of his kingdom, descending into madness. This tragedy explores themes of filial ingratitude, injustice, wretchedness, and the meaninglessness of life.


Upcoming Titles & Dates:

  • Crime and Punishment by Dostoyevsky – Thursday, November 2, 2023
  • Love and Will by Rollo May – Thursday, December 7, 2023
  • The Prince by Machiavelli – Thursday January 4, 2024
  • The Oresteia Trilogy by Aeschylus  (Agamemnon, The Choephori (The Libation-Bearers), Eumenides) – Thursday, February 1, 2024




Below you will find the scheduled Usual Suspects Mystery Book Club and Contemporary Book Evening Discussion Club books, along with the virtual discussion date/time and registration dates/links.


The Usual Suspects Mystery Book Club (Virtual)

Every 2nd Tuesday of the Month at 7:00 PM via Zoom

Love mysteries? Want to discover diverse and exciting mystery writers and fictional sleuths? Looking to connect with other enthusiastic readers? Join us for our monthly virtual mystery book club! Each month we’ll read and discuss a book by either a classic or contemporary mystery author. Discussions led by Erin Coughlin. Call the Library at 631-929-4488 to place a book on hold on the book, or come in to pick up. Provide your email address when registering to be sent your Zoom link.

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NO DISCUSSION IN SEPTEMBER

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The Lost Apothecary by Sara PennerThe Usual Suspects Mystery Book Club: The Lost Apothecary by Sara Penner, Adults **Virtual**

Tuesday, October 10, 7:00 – 8:30 PM

Secretly dispensing poisons to liberate women from the men who have wronged them, a London apothecary triggers unintended consequences that shape three lives across multiple centuries.

 Call the Library at 631-929-4488 to place a book on hold on the book, or come in to pick up. Provide your email address when registering to be sent your Zoom link.





Contemporary Book Evening Discussion Group (Virtual)

Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month at 7:30 PM via Zoom

Join us on the third Wednesday of the month. Please register for these book discussions and remember to provide your email address. The library will contact you as to when you may pick up your books. Discussions led by Erin Coughlin. Call the Library at 631-929-4488 to place a book on hold on the book, or come in to pick up. Provide your email address when registering to be sent your Zoom link.

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NO DISCUSSION IN SEPTEMBER

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Warlight by Michael OndaatjeContemporary Book Evening Discussion Group: Warlight by Michael Ondaatje, Adults **Virtual**

Wednesday, October 18, 7:30 – 8:45 PM

Years after growing up in the care of a group of mysterious protectors who served in unspecified ways during World War II, a young man endeavors to piece together the truth about his parents and the unconventional education he received.

Call the Library at 631-929-4488 to place a book on hold on the book, or come in to pick up. Provide your email address when registering to be sent your Zoom link.

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