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Cover of "Vacations Can Be Murder: Volume 2" by Dawn M. Barclay, features a bloody U.S. map with yellow “Mid-Atlantic” tape, conveying a sinister tone.

"Vacations Can Be Murder: The Mid Atlantic States" with True Crime Author, Dawn M. Barclay

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Online at Joshua Hyde Public Library

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Teens, Adults

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Cover of "Sarah's Key" by Tatiana de Rosnay shows a sepia-toned photo of a girl skipping rope above Paris rooftops, conveying nostalgia and mystery.

Afternoon Book Group: Sarah's Key

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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Cover of "Burned by Billionaires" by Chuck Collins. A lit match with a bright flame is set against a black background, evoking urgency and critique.

Book Discussion: Burned by Billionaires

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Offsite at Joshua Hyde Public Library

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Book cover titled "You Can’t Catch Us" by Shannon McKenna Schmidt. Features a black-and-white photo of women in 1960s attire and a bustling campaign train scene.

Shannon McKenna Schmidt Discusses "You Can't Catch Us", A Story of Lady Bird Johnson

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Online at Joshua Hyde Public Library

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Cover of "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng. Aerial view of suburban houses on winding streets at dusk, emitting warm light, creating a mysterious yet inviting atmosphere.

Armchair Travelers Book Club: Little Fires Everywhere

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Cover of "New York’s Secret Subway" by Matthew Algeo, featuring vintage illustration of men entering a tunnel. Text highlights the theme of underground mass transit innovation.

Author Matthew Algeo Discusses "New York's Secret Subway"

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Online at Joshua Hyde Public Library

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Cover of "The Color of Magic" by Terry Pratchett features a figure in a wizard hat facing a purple magical swirl, against a backdrop of fiery red-tinted rooftops. Fantasy theme.

World Building Book Group: The Color of Magic

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Easter

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Book cover for "The River is Waiting" by Wally Lamb features a tranquil lake with a heron, silhouetted trees, and a serene sky, Oprah's Book Club 2025 pick.

Afternoon Book Group: The River is Waiting

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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Book cover for "The Mighty Red" by Louise Erdrich with bold red and gold text over a dark textured background, featuring a white abstract design.

Armchair Travelers Book Club: The Mighty Red

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Patriots' Day

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Cover of "Wool" by Hugh Howey. Bold, black letters spell "WOOL" on a textured red background, with yellow stairs winding through them. Two small human figures stand on the stairs, conveying mystery and intrigue.

World Building Book Group: Wool

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Four women relax on a beach under colorful umbrellas, engrossed in books. The scene evokes a nostalgic, leisurely summer vibe. Text: "The Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club" by Martha Hall Kelly.

Afternoon Book Group: The Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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A woman with dark hair, seen from behind, wears a red coat, standing in a misty forest. Overhead, two planes fly. Text reads "The Forest of Vanishing Stars" by Kristin Harmel.

Armchair Travelers Book Club: The Forest of Vanishing Stars

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Teens, Adults

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Memorial Day

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Surreal book cover for "Annihilation" by Jeff VanderMeer; features a distorted boar adorned with vibrant, eerie flowers, against a black background. The tone is mysterious and evocative.

World Building Book Group: Annihilation

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Teens, Adults

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Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm

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Thursday, December 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 8:00pm

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