Programs & Events Listings
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MCSO Library Services
Book Club
Senior Book Club
Our club continues to appreciate Young Adult fiction.
This morning we will discuss the novel, Jumping the Scratch by Sarah Weeks. Jamie is having bad thngs happen; however support comes from an unexpected source.
Charlotte Fit Girls
This 6 week running and reading program for girls in the 4th-6th grade consists of non-competitive workouts designed to safely build endurance to run the Dowd Y 5k and "Great Book of the Day" discussions featuring bold female protagonists.
Young Writers Club
6th-12th graders are invited to join our writers' group. Bring something you're working on. We'll share ideas, critiques, and help each other become better writers! Information: Call 704-416-6600, option #4.
Author Visit from Richard Peck
The award winning author Richard Peck will be coming to ImaginOn. Richard Peck is the author of the 2001 Newbery Award winning book, A Year Down Yonder, and the 1999 Newbery Honor winning book, A Long Way From Chicago.
Business Book Discussion
Join others in this monthly discussion of the latest business topics. In November we will hear an excerpt from the forthcoming book by Janice Allen Jackson; she is developing a book project around her 16 years of executive experience in management.
NaNoWriMo
It's National Novel Writing Month, which means if you've ever wanted to write a book, now's the time! Any teen interested in taking this challenge should join us every Monday in Novemeber at FRL. Prizes for all teen writers!
"The Giving Tree"
We will read Shel Silverstein’s classic, The Giving Tree,
and we will make a giving tree of our own where each leaf will indicate a good dead we will do.
American Girls Club: Little Sisters
This is a hands-on bookclub for grades K-2 that brings the American Girls series to life. Registration if for Winter and Spring meetings. Registration begins 10/28. Info: 704-416-5000 option #2.
Boys Will Be Boys
A fun once-a-month book club just for boys that will discuss books that defines what it is to be a boy!!
The Boys of Summer Reading Club
This book club meets on the second Monday of the month and discusses books about baseball. Info: (704) 416-5431.
American Girls Club: Big Sisters
This is a hands-on bookclub for grades 3-5 that brings the American Girls series to life. Registration if for Winter and Spring meetings. Registration begins 10/28. Info: 704-416-5000 option #2.
UNIVERSE-city Readers
The UNIVERSE-city Readers meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. to discuss science fiction and fantasy fiction.
Meet the Author: Mike Thaler
Mike Thaler, author of the classic Black Lagoon Series, is coming to ImaginOn! Enjoy a performance by Mike as he reads, draws, and inspires kids to create. http://www.mikethaler.com/
Wednesday Warriors Book Club
Join our 5th-8th grade book club as we read Alcatraz vs. the Evil Librarians by Brandon Sanderson. Registration required, call 704-416-5000 ext. 4.
Rea Road Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of Loving Frank by Nancy Horan. Led by a South County staff member.
Mystery Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of Cold in Hand by John Harvey. Led by a library staff member.
Evening Edition Bookclub
The Evening Edition Bookclub meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:00pm. We read and discuss a variety of Fiction and Non-Fiction titles. Please call 704-416-5200 for the current title.
Local Author Pat J. Schulz
Join us for a captivating evening as local author Pat J. Schulz reads and discusses her extraordinary life lessons from her autobiography Making Sweet Lemonade. Refreshments provided.
Bow Wow Books
Come read one of your favorite books to one of our wonderful therapy dogs. Register for a 15-minute appointment between 10:00 am and 12 noon for Saturday, Nov. 14. Call 704-416-580...
Charlotte Writers
Join other Charlotte area writers for open-format discussions and constructive criticism. Aspiring writers can visit meetup.com/charlottewriters to learn more about this group and share their work. Please register in advance on the website.
Men and Boys
Join this informal gathering of men of all ages as we discuss things that matter and share good books and much more. Please register in advance for these sessions.
Who-Done-It Readers
November: Thyme of Death by Susan Wittig Albert
Daylily Book Club
Meets the third Monday of every month. In November, we will discuss "A Walk In the Woods" by Bill Bryson. Check at desk for copy of the book. Call 704-416-3800 for more info.
Magic Tree House Club
A book club for 2nd-5th graders. Come and travel through time and around the world with Jack and Annie. Registration for Winter and Spring begins 10/28. Info: 704-416-5000 option #2.
New Book Club
Meet and discuss Dreams From My Father, by Barack Obama. This book club meets on the third Tuesday of every month at the Morrison Regional Library. Info: (704) 416-5431.
Kwabena Book Club
This month the book club will be reading Through It All: Reflections 0n My Life, My Family and My Faith by Christine King-Ferris. Come join us for an enriching book discussion with refreshments.
Mother & Daughter Bookclub
Mother and daughters learn, discuss, and share together the book - "The Penderwicks" by Jeanne Birdsall. Registration required 704-416-5421 (Grades 4-6).
Tuesday Talkers Book Club
The Tuesday Talkers Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
Lifelong Learners Book Club
The Lifelong Learners Book Club meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. to discuss recent non-fiction of general interest.
Magic Treehouse Club
Join us for adventures with Jack and Annie! Grades 1-3. Registration required: 704-416-5421
No Girls Allowed: A Book Club for Guys
This month, we will be discussing the book Hatchet by Gary Paulsen.
Solve this Mystery: How Do You Write a Whodunit?
Bring a friend to this fun writers’ workshop. You will learn the components of every mystery and then write a mini-story. Mrs. Baldwin will be availble to sign her book, Teaching the Story: Fiction Writing in Grades 4-8.
Ebony Readers Book Club
The Ebony Readers of University City discuss fiction and non-fiction titles of African-American interest. Please call for title information.
Myers Park Readers Book Club
Celebrating North Carolina writers.
Aug 27 - Margaret Maron
Sept 24 - Ron Rash
Oct 22 - Timothy Tyson
Call 704-416-5800 for details
Mountain Island Lake Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The Necklace by Cheryl Jarvis. Led by a library staff member.
BC Book Club
We're discussing the book, Dirty Old Men by Omar Tyree. Join us.
Teen Writers Night
Do you have a creative spark? Want to put your thoughts and ideas down on paper with other teens? Join our ongoing group.
Comics Camp
The next Comics Camp event will be held at ImaginOn in the Round on 11/19/09 with registration starting on 11/4/09. Local artists & comic book creators John DaCosta and Eraklis Petmezas (Herc)will present this workshop that comic fans will love!!!
New Frontiers Book Club
New Frontiers is a science fiction, fantasy, and graphic novel book club that meets at North County Regional Library. This month, we have an Open Book Night. Bring along your favorite title to discuss with an open, friendly group.
Society of Speculative Fiction Book Club
This month’s selection – Maximum Ride: the angel experiment by James Patterson
Summary: After the mutant Erasers abduct the youngest member of their group, the "birdkids" take off in pursuit.
Books and Bites
Join us for a book discussion followed by snacks!
Kid Lit for Adults
Enjoy an informal book discussion of quality literature by William Steig. Welcome teachers, parents, media specialist, grandparents, librarians and all adults who enjoy reading children's books. Registration required: 704-416-6600 Option 2
Scaleybark Book Club
Don't miss our discussion of Moon Women, a novel which shows how a supportive family can help one move on in life. Info: 704-416-6400.
Hodgepodge for Seniors
Senior Citizens are invited to participate in a literary and cultural adventure of fun.
LOL-Literature Out Loud!
Calling all teens! Do you love to read? Love talking about the latest books you've read? Come meet enthusiastic teens just like you the last Tuesday of each month.
Murder By the Book
This month we'll discuss Schemers, by Bill Pronzini. Murder by the Book is a book club for mystery lovers and meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 12:15. Info: (704)416-5431.
Wandering Book Club
Read Rhyming Life & Death, by Amos Oz for November. This book club meets on the third Tuesday of every month at the Morrison Regional Library. Info: (704) 416-5431.
Senior Book Club
We will discuss Walter Moseley's novel, The Man In My Basement.
This novel explores blacks learning about whites while living
in the same house. Moseley examines power, manipulation and unimagined humanity.
Wednesday Warriors Book Club
Join our 5th-8th grade book club for The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman. Registration required, call 704-416-5000 ext. 4.
Rea Road Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of Sweet By And By by Todd Johnson. Led by a South County staff member.
Family Book Club
Bring the whole family and your favorite picture book (or two) and share them with the group. There will be a light supper provided. Registration begins November 30th. Registration is required. Info: 704-416-5630.
Mystery Readers Book Club
Join us for a discussion of House Rules by Mike Lawson. Led by a library staff member.
Reader’s Choice Book Club
This month, join the book club for a lively discussion of two books: Sisters and Lovers AND Sisters and Husbands, both by Connie Briscoe.
Who-Done-It Readers
December: Destination Murder : A Murder She Wrote
Mystery by Donald Bain
Business Book Discussion
Join others in this monthly discussion of the latest business topics.
New Book Club
Meet and discuss Her Fearful Symmetry, by Audrey Niffenger. This book club meets on the third Tuesday of every month at the Morrison Regional Library. Info: (704) 416-5431.
No Girls Allowed: A Book Club for Guys
This month, we will be discussing the book Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer.
New Frontiers Book Club
New Frontiers is a science fiction, fantasy, and graphic novel book club that meets at North County Regional Library. This month, we will read The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams.
West Boulevard Book Club
A book discussion of the newly released novel....A Deep dark secret by Kimberla Lawson Roby
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