Program Description
Event Details
Join us for a new monthly book club exploring books that have been banned or challenged. This month, we're celebrating Pride Month with the graphic novel The Giver by Lois Lowry. Register for a copy of the book starting on August 20. Staff will notify you when your book is ready for pickup.
Summary: Life in the community where Jonas lives is idyllic. Designated birthmothers produce newchildren, who are assigned to appropriate family units. Citizens are assigned their partners and their jobs. No one thinks to ask questions. Everyone obeys. Everyone is the same. Except Jonas.
Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver of Memory does he begin to understand the dark, complex secrets behind his fragile community. Gradually Jonas learns that power lies in feelings. But when his own power is put to the test—when he must try to save someone he loves—he may not be ready. Is it too soon? Or too late?
Summer schedule:
June 11: Heartstopper by Alice Oseman
July 9: Born a Crime by Trevor Noah
August: Programming break
September 10: The Giver by Lois Lowry
Disclaimer(s)
This program is for those 18 and up only. Children are not allowed in the meeting room during adult events. We apologize for any inconvenience.
We welcome all abilities - if there is anything we can do to accommodate your specific needs, please let us know in advance. We will do our best to ensure you have a wonderful experience and are supported by our team during your time at our events.