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Book Clubs are led by the community members that attend on a regular basis\, they select the monthly books in advance so everyone can read the same book title. This book club meets the second or third Monday of the month\, \;from September to May .

Listed below are a few reminders so eve ryone can enjoy the club: \;

The safety of our participants and staff is our top priority\, please review our \; Stay Safe Guidelines.
Registration is required\, sp ace is limited. If you cannot attend\, please cancel your registration.\n
All participants are encouraged to read the book\, if you don't li ke the style\, at least read the first few chapters and the final chapter so you can participate in the discussions.
Remember to stay on t opic\, you invested the time to read the book\, so come prepared to discus s. There are no wrong or right interpretations of a book ? just different perspectives.
Be gracious in your comments. If you did not like the book\, be kind in your feedback. Contribute positively and respectfull y.
Take turns\, give everyone a chance to share. Remember\, book clubs are discussion groups. Keep an open mind\, ready to discover new bo oks and ideas. \;
Respect the discussion space\, be a good l istener and don't engage in side conversations\, be sure to mute your cell phones! \;
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Book Club Selections< /strong>

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September 12 - The Anthropocene Reviewed: Essays on a Human Centere d Planet by John Green
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October 17 - The Day the World Stops Shopping by J.B. MacKinnon
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November 14 - Claws of the Panda: Beijing&rsquo\;s Campai gn of Influence &\; Intimidation in Canada by Jonathan Manthorpe
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December 12 - 21 Lessons for the 21st Century by Yuval Harari
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Janu ary 9 - Th e Horde: How the Mongols Changed the World by Marie Favereau
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F ebruary 13 - How to Be A Climate Optimist: Blueprints for a Better World by Chris Tu rner
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March 20 - Basic Income for Canadians (2020) by Evelyn Forget\n
April 17 - Overdose Heartbreak and Hope In Canada by Benjamin Perrin
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Reminders
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If yo u have any questions\, please call \;705-728-1010 \;or email \ ;askus@barrielibrary.ca \; \;
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