Book Discussions/Events

Book discussion, author talks, Friend's book sales, Foundation events that are free and open to public.
Book discussion, author talks, Friend's book sales, Foundation events that are free and open to public.

Comics Workshop w/ Minnie Phan & Sophie Diao @Central CCR

Do you love comics?

Come to this workshop and learn from two professional illustrators using sequential art in everything from books to animation. Learn about their journeys as artists, get a free copy of their books (while supplies last!), and make comics in an exciting and collaborative environment. 

Saturday, August 24th, 11:30am

4th Floor Childrens Nonfiction Room @Central

2090 Kittredge St, Berkeley, CA

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Silent Book Club @THP South

Join us at the Silent Book Club @THP South!

What is a Silent Book Club? We like to call it our Introvert Happy Hour. It’s a BYOB – Bring Your Own Book – event where you can meet others, read your favorite book, and sip a free mocktail. 

We have been an official Silent Book Club chapter since 2023, part of an international membership of over 1,000 Silent Book Clubs all over the world that celebrate getting together to read. 

All ages welcome. 

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Kisses, Codes, and Conspiracies: Abigail Hing Wen @Central TR

Abigail Hing Wen in Conversation with Jenny Gold

Join for a fun afternoon with Author Abigail Hing Wen, in conversation with Jenny Gold, to celebrate the book launch of Kisses, Codes, and Conspiracies

Tan Lee finds himself embroiled in an unusual love triangle, all while trying to defuse a heist, unravel a conspiracy, and navigate the most complicated babysitting assignment ever in this YA novel by New York Times and Indie bestselling author Abigail Hing Wen.

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3rd & 4th Grade Graphic Novel Book Club @North

Calling all 3rd & 4th graders!

Join us for a graphic novel book club at North Branch Library!  From July 8 to July 29, we will be meeting every Monday to discuss some great graphic novels for the summer.  While supplies last, participants will receive their own copy of each title.

Please visit North Branch or call 510-981-6250 to sign up for the 3rd & 4th Grade Graphic Novel Book Club.

Meeting Schedule:

July 8 from 3pm to 4pm:  Orientation & pick up first title

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Berkeley Walks @Claremont

Join Janet Byron and Bob Johnson, co-authors of the best-selling Berkeley Walks, for a walk in the Elmwood District. While the area is highly regarded for its tree-lined streets and fine architecture, few know about the many famous (and infamous) people who lived here. Come with us on the level 1.5-mile jaunt to learn more. Afterward signed copies of Berkeley Walks will be available for purchase so you can explore more of Berkeley’s secrets. 

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Author Talk with Catherine Harrington @Claremont

Join us for a special author event with memoirist Catherine Harrington in conversation with parental custody advocate and lawyer, Sarita Camille Waite.  Harrington's marriage, so typical of the time, was one of power imbalance, people pleasing, and safety.  A bitter divorce and vitriolic custody battle ultimately forced her to reclaim personal power.   Now in her 80's, Harrington understands the whole picture and her own journey from a place of enmity to strength. Visit #thelongestwar to learn more about her work.

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Mystery Book Club @West

Join us for the first meeting of our brand new Mystery Book Club! July's title is First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston.

“This fast-paced read has everything you could want in a thriller: secret identities, a mysterious boss and a cat & mouse game that kept me guessing the whole way through.”—Reese Witherspoon 

We have a limited supply of free copies of this title for book club attendees. Please stop by West Branch Library to register for the book club and pick up a copy!  

West Branch (510) 981-6270

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BPL Book Club

This online book group will discuss recent literary fiction books, on the last Tuesday of the month. All sessions meet at 2pm

June 25: True Biz by Sara Novic

July 30: Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland by Patrick Radden Keefe

Register HERE

The discussion will take place over Zoom and include 15 participants with a waitlist.

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