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Request your copy of the books online through CountyCat, call the library at (414) 321-9595, or stop at the Reference Desk.
Adult Book Discussion
Second Wednesday of the Month, 7:00-8:00 PM
September 11, October 9, November 13
For the Zoom meeting link contact Emily at emilya@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4106.
October 9: The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael Finkel
November 13: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
History Book Club
Fourth Tuesday of the Month, 7:00-8:00 PM
September 24, October 22, November 26
The History Book Club is a critical, yet social conversation for those who enjoy learning about and discussing history. All are welcome, even those who did not read but enjoy history! Contact Phil at phils@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4116 for more details and to register.
September 24: Dodge City: Wyatt Earp, Bat Masterson, and the Wickedest Town in the American West by Tom Clavin
October 22: Checkpoint Charlie: The Cold War, The Berlin Wall, and the Most Dangerous Place on Earth by Iain MacGregor
November 26: Book Report! Read a history book and present it to the group.
Afternoon Book Talks
Second Thursday of the Month, 2:00-3:00 PM
September 12, October 10, November 14
We are offering a new book club for those who would rather hold discussion in the afternoon! Join us for Afternoon Book Talks featuring some of the best and most popular novels of today! Come prepared with questions and talking points, having read the novel before each meeting. Contact Gabriel for more info: gabriels@greenfieldwi.us or (414) 321-9595 ext. 4101.
September 12: I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger
October 10: A Death in Cornwall by Daniel Silva
November 14: Eruption by Michael Crichton & James Patterson
Explore Our Booklists:
- Adult Book Discussion
- Afternoon Book Talks
- History Book Club
- Past Adult Book Discussion Selections
- Past History Book Club Selections
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