Do you like to read and discuss books? The George Mackie Library Evening Book welcomes new members! The group meets on the second Tuesday of the month, from 7 pm to 7:45 pm. Some of the titles they read in 2023 were Anxious People, The Vanishing Half, and 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act. In honour of Black History Month in February, the Evening Book Club decided to select and read a book written by a Black author. The title, Between the World and Me, by Ta-Nehisa Coates (part of FVRL’s circulating collection), was suggested. However, members weren’t limited to this title and could choose from a myriad of books, from authors Chinua Achebe to Colson Whitehead. If you’d like to recognize Black History Month too, check out some FVRL staff-curated lists on Black Voices at www.fvrl.ca by selecting List from the dropdown list, typing Black Voices, and clicking the search button.
Looking for Book Clubs in Ladner or Tsawwassen? The Monday Evening Book Club meets on the fourth Monday of the month, from 6 pm – 7:30 pm at the Ladner Pioneer Library. The Page Turners Book Club meets on Mondays, February 12, March 18 and April 15, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm and on Wednesdays, February 14, March 20 and April 17, from 1 pm to 2 pm at the Tsawwassen Library.
The Ladner Pioneer Library offers other book-related programs too!
The Rosy Readers Book Club is a weekly opportunity on Mondays until February 12, from 1 pm to 2 pm, for adults with developmental disabilities to read and learn together, talk about literature, make friends, and have fun in a relaxed community setting. Seating is limited. Registration is required.
Seniors! Join library staff for Tea and Tales at McKee Seniors Recreation Centre on Wednesdays, February 7 and March 6, from 11 am to 12 pm, with a reading of short stories as well as a lively discussion afterwards. Membership is not required to join this program!
Have you read a book you feel that more people should hear about? Or is there a book that everyone should avoid at all costs? Check out the book talk, Sharing is Caring! Join a library staff member on Mondays, January 29 and April 29, from 2 pm to 3 pm at the Ladner Pioneer Library to discuss your latest picks and pans, and get suggestions from others in turn.
2024 marks the 23rd round of Canada Reads! What title do you think will be the 2024 winning book? Join us for Canada Reads Shortlist Social on Friday, March 1, from 3:45 pm to 4:30 pm at the Ladner Pioneer Library to learn about this year’s Canada Reads shortlisted titles and engage in a group discussion. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Registration is required.
