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\nIncludes interactive author interviews\, live webina rs\, podcast episodes\, challenging discussion questions and rich backgrou nd on the human rights aspects of popular novels and how they apply to the real world. Amnesty International actions or more information on how you can get involved in every guide. Meetings are the third Thursday of the mo nth - 3 times in the spring (March\, April and May) and 3 times in the fal l (September\, October and November).
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\nBook Clubs are led by the commu nity members that attend on a regular basis\; they select the monthly book s in advance so everyone can read the same book title. This book club meet s at 7 PM on the second Thursday of each month from September through May.
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Listed below are a few reminders so everyone can enjoy the
club: \;
The safety of our participants and staff is our top p
riority\, please review our \;Stay Safe Guidelines &\; Patron Condu
ct Policy.
Registration is required\, space is limited. If you cannot
attend\, please cancel your registration.
All participants are encou
raged to read the book\, if you don't like the style\, at least read the f
irst few chapters and the final chapter so you can participate in the disc
ussions.
Remember to stay on topic\, you invested the time to read th
e book\, so come prepared to discuss. There are no wrong or right interpre
tations of a book ? just different perspectives.
Be gracious in your
comments. If you did not like the book\, be kind in your feedback. Contrib
ute positively and respectfully.
Take turns\, give everyone a chance
to share. Remember\, book clubs are discussion groups. Keep an open mind\,
ready to discover new books and ideas.
Respect the discussion space\
, be a good listener and don't engage in side conversations\, be sure to m
ute your cell phones!
October 12\, 2023 - \; Dasch uk James. \; \;Clearing the Plains: Disease\, Politics of Star vation\, and the Loss of Aboriginal Life
\nNovember 9\, 2023 - Lama\, Tsering Yangzom. \; \;We Measure the Earth with Our Bod ies: a novel
\nJanuary 11\, 2024 - \; Corcoran\, Katherine. \; \;In the Mouth of the Wolf: a Murder\, a Cover-up\, and th e True Cost of Silencing the Press
\nFebruary 8\, 2024 - \; Ypi\, Lea. \; \;Free: \; A Child and a Country at the End of History
\nMarch 14\, 2024 - Martinez\, Oscar. \; \; The Beast: Riding the Rails and Dodging Narcos on the Migrant Trail
\nApril 11\, 2024 - \; Nasrallah\, Dimitri. \; \; Hotline: a novel
\nMay 9\, 2024 - Planning Session - Jo in us as we decide which books to read when we reconvene in the fall
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If you are unable to attend\, we ask that you cancel your registra tion.
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Video Conference Programs: \; \;
\n< p>Allows you to enjoy real-time video chat with library staff and other re gistered participants. When joining\, you have the option to connect with audio only\, but it is encouraged to allow audio and video to get the most out of the program. Please note that you will be sent an email with the Z oom conference link prior to the start of the program. You will need this link to join the program.\nThe health and safety of our participant s and staff is our top priority\, please review our Stay Safe Guidelines.< /p>\n
If you are unable to attend\, we ask that you cancel your registra tion or email askus@barrielibrary. ca
\nQuestions? Please call 705-728-1010 or email askus@barrielibrary.ca
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