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Book Discussions
Espresso Libre Book Club
LitAnalysis: Reading Fiction with Freud: The Cat's Table
Saturday, May 25, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Discuss contemporary fiction with insight from professional psychoanalysts from the Pittsburgh Psychoanalytic Center.
Bound Together Book Club - Library & Museum Collaboration
Friday, May 31, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:15 PM
Summary: Join us for a 15-minute gallery talk followed by conversation in a casual museum setting. We'll discuss People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks and related works from the permanent collection.
Books and Brew Book Club
Teen Book Club: 13 Reasons Why
Saturday, June 1, 2013
12:30 PM
- 1:30 PM
Summary: Join our monthly group of book-loving teens to talk about the latest hyped book. Pick up a copy at the West End each month!
Discussions happen the first Saturday of each month from 12:30-1:30 over snacks.
Let's Read English: June's book is To Kill a Mockingbird by Paul Griffin
Monday, June 3, 2013
6:00 PM
Summary: Improve your vocabulary by practicing
reading and conversational skills.
If English is not your native tongue,
join us for a monthly book discussion
led by one of our Let’s Speak English volunteers.
Book Buzz: Pairings: A Book Discussion with a Twist
Monday, June 3, 2013
7:00 PM
- 8:00 PM
Summary: Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh wants to connect with you. Each month we’ll meet twice to discuss two related titles: an old favorite and something a little more off-beat. Come to one discussion – or the other – or both
Light Literary Lunch Club: A Short Story Discussion Group
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Love literature, but don’t have much time? Bring a lunch and join us at Amazing Books at noon on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a short story. This month's story is Raymond’s Run, by Toni Cade Bambara.
Bound Together Book Club - Library & Museum Collaboration
Saturday, June 8, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:15 PM
Summary: Join us for a 15-minute gallery talk followed by conversation in a casual museum setting. We'll discuss People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks and related works from the permanent collection.
Teen Book Club: My Friend Dahmer
Book Discussion
Twelve Months of Mystery: Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively conversations about contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction.
Bound Together Book Club - Library & Museum Collaboration
Thursday, June 13, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:45 PM
Summary: Join us for a 15-minute gallery talk followed by conversation in a casual museum setting. We'll discuss People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks and related works from the permanent collection.
3 Poems by Samuel Taylor Coleridge . . . Poetry Discussion Group
Thursday, June 13, 2013
7:30 PM
- 9:00 PM
Summary: The 3 Poems by . . . Poetry Discussion Group will discuss three poems by Samuel Taylor Coleridge. Join us for lively discussions of your favorite poetry. Registration is encouraged, but not required. Register to receive the poems by email in advance.
Let's READ English: To Kill a Mockingbird
Friday, June 14, 2013
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native language and you like to read, join us to read one book each month and then meet to discuss the story, improve your vocabulary and practice your English reading and conversational skills.
Between the Lines: Monday Evening Book Discussion
Monday, June 17, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 6:50 PM
Summary: Explore new ideas and perspectives through fiction and nonfiction.
Out of the Gutter: Graphic Novel Discussion Group - Alias the Cat by Kim Deitch
Monday, June 17, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: This program is meant for adults and teens who want to share their interest in graphic novels, discuss graphic novel related news and trends, and discover more titles and authors to enjoy.
Smithfield Critics Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Genre Book Club- Liar: Young Adult
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
6:00 PM
Summary: Join us on the third Wednesday of each month for a literary adventure as we explore and discuss different genres.
Teen Book Talk
Books in the Afternoon: The Sisters Brothers
Thursday, June 20, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of contemporary fiction. This month's selection is The Sisters Brothers The Sisters Brothers by Patrick deWitt.
Books in the Afternoon: The Sisters Brothers
Thursday, June 20, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of contemporary fiction. This month's selection is The Sisters Brothers by Patrick deWitt.
Red Herring Book Club: Thou Shalt Kill
Friday, June 21, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of your favorite mystery novels. This month's selection is Thou Shalt Kill by Daniel Blake. Discussions are held in the Teen Quiet Study Room.
Book Buzz Book Discussion - Game of Thrones
Saturday, June 22, 2013
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Join us for a discussion of Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin. To check on the availability of the book, ask a librarian or access our Catalog at: www.catalog.einetwork.net
LitAnalysis: Reading Fiction with Freud: Night Circus
Saturday, June 22, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Discuss contemporary fiction with insight from professional psychoanalysts from the Pittsburgh Psychoanalytic Center.
PALS Book Group
Book Discussion Catherine the Great: Portrait of a Woman by Robert K. Massie.
Thursday, June 27, 2013
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Please join the Squirrel Hill Adult Book Group in our discussion of Catherine the Great: Portrait of a Woman by Robert K. Massie.
Teen Genre Book Club
Thursday, June 27, 2013
3:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Join us each month this summer for our very first genre book club! Each month we'll share our favorite books in a particular genre. June's genre is Science Fiction/Fantasy. Light refreshments will be served. For ages 12-18 or grades 6-12.
Light Literary Lunch Club: A Short Story Discussion Group
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Love literature, but don’t have much time? Bring a lunch and join us at Amazing Books at noon on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a short story. This month's story is “Parson's Pleasure,” by Roald Dahl.
Book Discussion
Twelve Months of Mystery: Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively conversations about contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction.
Between the Lines: Monday Evening Book Discussion
Monday, July 15, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 6:50 PM
Summary: Explore new ideas and perspectives through fiction and nonfiction.
Out of the Gutter: Graphic Novel Discussion Group - Cecil and Jordan in New York by Gabrielle Bell
Monday, July 15, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: This program is meant for adults and teens who want to share their interest in graphic novels, discuss graphic novel related news and trends, and discover more titles and authors to enjoy.
Teen Book Talk
Books in the Afternoon: The Dovekeepers
Thursday, July 18, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of contemporary fiction. This month's selection is The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman.
Books in the Afternoon: The Dovekeepers
Thursday, July 18, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of contemporary fiction. This month's selection is The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman.
Red Herring Book Club: Steel City Confessions
Friday, July 19, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of your favorite mystery novels. This month's selection is Steel City Confessions by Thomas Lipinski. Discussions are held in the Teen Quiet Study Room.
PALS Book Group
Black Holes, Beakers, and Books: The Better Angels of our Nature
Sunday, July 28, 2013
| Other Dates
3:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Join us for a discussion of The Better Angels of our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined by Steven Pinker.
Light Literary Lunch Club: A Short Story Discussion Group
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Love literature, but don’t have much time? Bring a lunch and join us at Amazing Books at noon on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a short story. This month's story is “White Horse,” by Margaret Atwood.
Book Discussion
Twelve Months of Mystery: Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively conversations about contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction.
Teen Book Talk
Red Herring Book Club: Sticky Fingers
Friday, August 16, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of your favorite mystery novels. This month's selection is Sticky Fingers by Nancy Martin. Discussions are held in the Teen Quiet Study Room.
Between the Lines: Monday Evening Book Discussion
Monday, August 19, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 6:50 PM
Summary: Explore new ideas and perspectives through fiction and nonfiction.
Out of the Gutter: Graphic Novel Discussion Group - Like a Velvet Glove Cast in Iron by Daniel Clowes
Monday, August 19, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: This program is meant for adults and teens who want to share their interest in graphic novels, discuss graphic novel related news and trends, and discover more titles and authors to enjoy.
PALS Book Group
Light Literary Lunch Club: A Short Story Discussion Group
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Love literature, but don’t have much time? Bring a lunch and join us at Amazing Books at noon on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a short story. This month's story is “The Second Bakery Attack,” by Haruki Murakami.
Twelve Months of Mystery: Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively conversations about contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction.
Between the Lines: Monday Evening Book Discussion
Monday, September 16, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 6:50 PM
Summary: Explore new ideas and perspectives through fiction and nonfiction.
Black Holes, Beakers, and Books: The Disappearing Spoon
Sunday, September 22, 2013
| Other Dates
3:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Join us for a discussion of The Disappearing Spoon: And Other True Tales of Madness, Love, and the History of the World from the Periodic Table of the Elements by Sam Kean.
PALS Book Group
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
12:00 PM
Light Literary Lunch Club: A Short Story Discussion Group
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Love literature, but don’t have much time? Bring a lunch and join us at Amazing Books at noon on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a short story. This month's story is “Why Don’t You Dance?” by Raymond Carver.
Twelve Months of Mystery: Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively conversations about contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction.
Between the Lines: Monday Evening Book Discussion
Monday, October 21, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 6:50 PM
Summary: Explore new ideas and perspectives through fiction and nonfiction.
PALS Book Group
Light Literary Lunch Club: A Short Story Discussion Group
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Love literature, but don’t have much time? Bring a lunch and join us at Amazing Books at noon on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a short story. This month's story is “Beggar Maid,” by Alice Munro.
Twelve Months of Mystery: Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively conversations about contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction.
Between the Lines: Monday Evening Book Discussion
Monday, November 18, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 6:50 PM
Summary: Explore new ideas and perspectives through fiction and nonfiction.
Black Holes, Beakers, and Books: Sex at Dawn
Sunday, November 24, 2013
| Other Dates
3:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Join us for a discussion of Sex at Dawn: The Prehistoric Origins of Modern Sexuality by Christopher Ryan.
PALS Book Group
Light Literary Lunch Club: A Short Story Discussion Group
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Love literature, but don’t have much time? Bring a lunch and join us at Amazing Books at noon on the first Wednesday of each month to discuss a short story. This month's story is “Puppy,” by George Saunders.
Twelve Months of Mystery: Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively conversations about contemporary and classic fiction and nonfiction.
Between the Lines: Monday Evening Book Discussion
Monday, December 16, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 6:50 PM
Summary: Explore new ideas and perspectives through fiction and nonfiction.
PALS Book Group
Black Holes, Beakers, and Books: The Poisoner's Handbook
Sunday, January 26, 2014
| Other Dates
3:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Join us for a discussion of The Poisoner's Handbook: Murder and the Birth of Forensic Medicine in Jazz Age New York by Deborah Blum.
