Book Discussions

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"Lab Girl" by Hope Jahren. In conjunction with Missouri State University’s Common Reader Program. An MSU faculty member will lead the discussion
Book Discussion
at Library Station
1:30 p.m.
"Frankenstein or The Modern Prometheus" by Mary Shelley. It's the 200th anniversary of this horror classic
Great American Read Book Discussion
at Strafford Branch Library
4:30 p.m.
Discuss titles from PBS' Great American Read. A Great American Read event.

"Dear Mrs. Bird" by AJ Pearce
British Literature Book Club
at Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
1:30 p.m.
Discuss books written by British authors. Tea and biscuits will be provided.
"Bel Canto" by Ann Patchett
NXT Chapter: A Book Group for 20/30-Somethings
at Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library
7:30 p.m.

"The Ninth Hour" by Alice McDermott
Book Discussion
at Republic Branch Library
1:30 p.m.

"Sing, Unburied, Sing" by Jesmyn Ward
Northview Center Book Discussion
at Northview Center, 301 E. Talmage St.
10:30 a.m.
Join us for this library-sponsored book group just for seniors.

"A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail" Hike and Campfire at Ritter Springs Park. Gather at the pavilion in Ritter Springs Park (drive past the parking lot next to playground and through the open gate to reach pavilion parking lot) and embark on a moderate 2-mile guided hike. Activity will be followed by a campfire and discussion of by Bill Bryson. Limited to 10 participants
The Outdoor Adventure Book Club
at Ritter Springs Park, 3683 W. Farm Road 92
4-6 p.m.
The Library is heading into the great outdoors! Join us for this series of nature-themed book discussions held at parks in Springfield. Each discussion is paired with a related outdoor activity led by Springfield-Greene County Park Board Outdoor Initiatives staff.

"The Golden Legend" by Nadeem Aslam
Center City Book Club
at Midtown Carnegie Branch Library
1:30 p.m.
"The Good House" by Tananarive Due
Donuts & Death
at Hurts Donut Company, 320 Park Central West
6 p.m.
Horror has never tasted so sweet. Join our horror book club and sink your teeth into a good book while enjoying Hurts donuts.
"Lincoln in the Bardo" by George Saunders
Evening Book Discussion
at Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library
6:30 p.m.

"Beartown" by Fredrik Backman
Book Discussion
at Library Center
1-2:30 p.m.
"Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah
Book Discussion
at Fair Grove Branch Library
1:30 p.m.

"Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
South Side Senior Book Discussion
at South Side Senior Center, 2215 S. Fremont Ave.
1:30 p.m.
Liven up your afternoon by joining fellow readers and library staff to talk about the monthly book selection.
"Krampus and the Old, Dark Christmas: Roots and Rebirth of the Folkloric Devil" by Al Ridenour
Books & Brew
at Mother's Brewing Company, 215 S. Grant Ave.
6 p.m.
Enjoy a cold glass of beer and discuss aspects of American culture.

"Fangirl" by Rainbow Rowell
YA for Adults Book Club
at BYOPizza, 431 S. Jefferson Ave.
6 p.m.
We'll read a mix of old and new favorites in this book club for Young Adult fiction fans who aren't so "Y" any more.
"Lincoln's Body: A Cultural History" by Richard Wightman Fox
Civil War Book Discussion Group
at Library Center
7 p.m.

"Over the Plain Houses" by Julia Franks
Ash Grove Bibliophiles
at Ash Grove Branch Library
1:30 p.m.

"The Great Alone" by Kristin Hannah
Book Discussion
at Library Station
1:30 p.m.