Reading Together: Book Groups and More
We have a wonderful selection of reading groups for all ages. Advance copies of most books are available near the Borrower Services desk. Please check our calendar for upcoming titles, dates and details!
Word of Mouth
Have you read any good books lately? Stop by the library for this informal gathering on last Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. Share your reads and listen to picks and pans of this avid group of readers.
Studio 64 Book Club
Looking for a casual book group where you can discuss, engage and laugh with other like-minded readers? The Studio 64 Book Club meets on Friday (after the third Tuesday) of each month in the Studio Space of the library at 64 Middlesex Avenue. Titles include a sampling of fiction and nonfiction genres and writing styles. Led by an RPL Librarian. Regular and large print copies of each month’s selection are available in the Hold Shelf area of Borrower Services.
RPL Nonfiction Book Group
Join other nonfiction enthusiasts for engaging discussions about history, current events, memoirs, science and nature, health and wellness, and other great topics featured in rotating selections of nonfiction titles. This book group is open to all and is facilitated by an RPL Librarian. Regular and large print copies of each month’s selection are available in the Hold Shelf area of Borrower Services. This group will meet monthly on the 2nd Wednesday each month at 7:00 pm in the Lower Level Conference Room at the Library.
Fact or Fiction Book Group
The Fact or Fiction Book Group, an inclusive adult reading group, will meet monthly for lively discussions about selected titles and recent or current reads. Attendees select titles for conversation and facilitate meetings. Meetings may include slide shows or videos. All are welcome to listen, question, and participate. Print titles will be available at the Book Group Pick-up Shelf in the library. Other formats (like e-books or audio books) may also be available. Contact Research and Reader Services at rdgref@noblenet.org or call (781-942-6703) for assistance. Meetings are third Tuesdays, September through May, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Family Book Club
Check out the library’s monthly book pick and accompanying discussion questions to foster conversation about diversity and difference. Take the book home to read and discuss with your family, or together with friends and neighbors. Please contact the Children’s Room for more details.