Each kit includes 810 copies of a book, background information about the author, sample discussion questions and more. The cedar rapids public library has a collection of more than 100,000 items available for you to check out. The dc public library offers a variety of book clubs for residents to gather and discuss their love of books. In 2008, historic water levels decimated downtown cedar rapids.
Most kits contain 1012 copies of the book with the adult kits including large print copies. In the first book of what promises to be a smash series, poldi moves from munich to sicily, intent on cheerfully drinking herself to death with a view of the sea. Grand rapids public library, main library 111 library st. A limited reference service to residents of cedar rapids and other patrons with metro library network cards. Classic literature book club do your reading tendencies lean toward the classics.
Fiction and nonfiction books by, for, and about women. The grand rapids public library inspires opportunity, connection, and innovation. Click here for helpful tutorials on using our econtent on your device. The librarys function regarding book clubs, both library sponsored and community sponsored, is to offer resources and expertise for reading and discussing literature. The detroit public library enlightens and empowers people by providing diverse and dynamic pathways to literacy and learning. The most surprising aspect of the new library is the ways in which the. The coon rapids public library offers readers an opportunity to join a local book club. Check out as few or as many copies of the book as you need. Search oneclick digital for downloadable audio books. Grand rapids public library 2020 all you need to know. Opl can help you find a new book club, select a title for your upcoming book club meeting, or help you start your own book club. This library is affiliated with the library system that serves cedar rapids, ne.
We welcome you to celebrate your special day or event at the downtown cedar rapids public library. Join the librarys online book clubs and start receiving chapters from popular books in. The cedar rapids public library is a beacon of literacy to all who seek knowledge and understanding. The friends of the cedar rapids public library will hold a book sale to support literacy programs. The book club selects two titles a month to discuss among an online and inperson community of readers. We are compassionate navigators to the information, resources, and entertainment you seek. Several edmonton public library branches host and run book clubs for a wide variety of reading tastes, including bestselling fiction.
Greyhound cafe is located in the downtown library, providing a full service coffee shop for visitors, as well as catering for meetings and special events. Whether you are learning the nuances of chess, love to get deep into a game of scrabble, or are looking for fellow readers, the cedar rapids public library has a club for you. Grand rapids public library covers a lot of ground in book. You can support river rapids district library library with any amazon purchase. Discussion questions for each book can be downloaded below. The friends of the cedar rapids public library would like to welcome you to the books bymail program. In 2011, the library embarked on a new brand identity to match their vision for a new. Meets at the downtown library in the conference room the 1st thursday of each month at 6. Each book checks out separately and can be returned separately to. Stop by the circulation desk to pick up this months book.
Welcome to rock rapids public library library closed on march 18 until further notice. Cedar rapids public library opn architects archdaily. The library has over 200 kits of popular books for adult, teen, and childrens book clubs to checkout. Omaha public library opl offers a variety of book club resources. The cedar rapids public library exists to impact our community and transform its quality of life through education, civic engagement, the arts, and entertainment. Below is a selection of the many reading groups and book discussions. Or ask for a copy of the questions at the information desk on level 1 of the main library. The grand rapids public library since 1871 the grand rapids public library inspires opportunity, connection, and innovation. The metro library network was created in 1999 when the cedar rapids public library including its west side branch, the marion public library, and the hiawatha public library agreed to cooperate to provide library services to the metro area.
This includes our upcoming talks by laila lalami minneapolis, james rollins woodbury, dahr jamail saint paul, kate quinn apple valley, chris ingraham chanhassen, and benjamin percy blaine. Our book club library will provide your book group with multiple copies of the books you want to talk about. Each of them features books from a variety of settings, genres and subjects to open up spaces for discussion among readers. Use the link above to access the amazon website and the library will receive a percentage of all your purchases with no added cost to you. Microfilm coming from the south dakota historical society must be paid for at rapid city public library before a. The cedar rapids public library offers book club kits with multiple copies of the same book, enough for each member in your club to read. Friends of the library cedar rapids public library. Since that time, the three libraries have provided a unified electronic catalog. The cedar rapids micro program may be what you need, and we can help you get started. Grand rapids and itasca county are in the middle of the minnesota north woods where the nature of the community reflects and complements the splendor and strength of the outdoors so priorities are in their natural order and perspective remains fresh. Book clubs onondaga county public libraries skip to screen reader friendly pages.
This book club meets around the first tuesday of each month and discusses a book of african american interest. These clubs meet monthly and are facilitated by community members. Fill out the purchase suggestion form or contact the rapid city public library reference desk at 605 39469 extension 7501. Visit the event calendar for book details each month. Watch documentaries, indie and foreign films, classics, and blockbuster movies. We asked our book expert staff what books have worked well in the book clubs they host in library branches across the city. Poudre river public library district, colorado, usa. A book club for adults that meet the second monday of every month from 12. Friends of the library book sale cedar rapids public library. We have books for all ages, interests, and reading abilities. In the interest of public health, all grpl locations will be closed starting saturday, march 14 until further notice. Please check the calendar to make sure an event is scheduled on the date you wish to attend. View all titles and join our facebook group find information on nonames latest reads, meet ups, conversation and so much more. Support the friends of the crpl and get a great read at the same time by attending one of their regularly scheduled book sales throughout the year.
If you prefer to join a club that already exists, many of our libraries have book clubs that welcome everyone. Library clubs offer various opportunities to participate cedar. Place holds on cedar mills kits in the library catalog. The library offers a variety of clubs and each one is open to anyone who would like to participate. Friends of the cedar rapids public library home facebook. Dont forget you can download popular ebooks, eaudiobooks, digital comics, and magazines from our digital downloads. Youll then wander throughout the downtown area searching for the items. Book club members each have a chance to choose a book and facilitate the discussion. The grand rapids public library was founded in 1871 when members of the grand rapids board of education agreed to combine their book holdings with those of two other organizations the ladies literary association and. For more information see nypls website terms and conditions.
Please complete this form and add any comments that will help us serve you better. Using an app on your smartphone, youll be given nearly 150 objects to find during your scavenger hunt. Join dc public library librarians on the third wednesday of each month at gordon biersch brewery for a modernday book club. There are even treadmills to walk on while you read or listen to a book, as well as a coffee shop. Kits are available for loan throughout the county, and have a six week checkout period. Books by the stack books are checked out for 6 weeks one 3week renewal is available. The collection of the library contains 10,452 volumes. If your library is not listed, please contact them directly to ask about a book club meeting. Grand rapids public library covers a lot of ground in book clubs. Online book clubs nonames book club in august, 2019, chicagobased rapper noname launched her book club, and we are excited to be one of their partner. The library both offers book clubs and will assist you if you wish to set up your own book club.
Carroll county public library supports community book clubs. Book groups are hosted at libraries throughout the city and facilitated by new york public library staff. Search our catalogs to find books, dvds, cds, audiobooks, video games and more. Douglas county libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection. Books, ebooks, household items, baby items, sports equipment, everything qualifies.
The public is welcome for book discussion and refreshments. Theres a new detective in town and shes 60, sexy, wise and utterly adorable. Between the covers book club cedar rapids public library. Cedar rapids public library brand completed youtube.
More information about library sponsored book clubs may memorial public library lunch bunch book club. Cedar rapids public library staff make suggestions on how and where to return your books and other materials. The messenger public library has four monthly book clubs the messenger library book discussion group, which meets on the first thursday of the month at 7 pm, the morning coffee break with a book club, which meets on the fourth tuesday at 10. Due to concerns over covid19, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the remainder of this springs club book lineup. To support the needs, improvements, and programs of the library and serve as a. Metro library network the cedar rapids, marion, and. Please note that sometimes book club events are canceled or rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances. While ccpl offers a variety of book clubs at our branches, you may also be interested in starting your own. Each kit contains copies of a readers guide to help you with topics for discussion. All denver public library locations and book drops are temporarily closed until further notice. We meet the last monday of every month except december.
While all the physical locations of the dc public library are closed, the librarys book club has moved to twitter. Grand rapids public library covers a lot of ground in book clubs, both geographically and topically. In order to fill your requests, we need some information on what types of materials you desire. Our kits make hosting your own book club easier than ever. Download and enjoy thousands of ebooks, eaudiobooks and read popular magazine titles on your computer or portable device. Please join us for any of our upcoming book sales to support the cedar rapids public library.
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