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Lake County Reads Book Club - The Cold Millions by Jess Walter

Lake County Reads Book Club - The Cold Millions by Jess Walter In-Person

Lake County Reads!

Join a county-wide reading program this summer as 9 of the Lake County libraries all read Jess Walter’s new book, The Cold Millions!  Each library will have a book discussion, as well as a variety of special programs supporting the theme of the book.  We will wrap up the Lake County Reads program featuring an evening with author Jess Walter!

The book is available in our library now!  Pick a book club date that fits your schedule, as well as the special events that support the theme!  Don’t forget to join us on August 5th to wrap up the program with a visit with Jess Walter!

The Cold Millions by Jess Walter

Set in 1909 in Spokane, WA, this historical novel features hobos, evil tycoons, burlesque stars, brothels, the International Workers of the World, a pregnant union organizer and a detective on the take.  In other words, something for everyone!

Part 1 – Book Club Dates

6.09.21  Perry Public Library

6.21.21  Fairport Public Library

6.23.21  Morley Public Library

6.28.21  Kirtland Public Library

7.07.21  Willoughby/Eastlake Public Library

7.12.21  Wickliffe Public Library

7.26.21  Mentor Public Library

Part 2 - Calendar of Events

6.17.21  Suffragettes: Fight for Women’s Rights hosted by   Wickliffe Public Library

6.24.21  Ragged Blade Ragtime hosted by Perry Public Library

6.28.21 Book Discussion hosted by Kirtland Public Library

7.13.21 The Wobbles and Their Songbird hosted by Kirtland  Public Library

8.5.21 Author Jess Walter — virtual discussion.

Part 3 – Author Visit with Jess Walter

Don’t miss the culmination of the program with a discussion with Jess Walter

on Zoom on 8/5/21 at 6:30!

Check each library’s website or follow the League of Libraries’ Facebook page for more information.

Date:
Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Time:
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Outside
Audience:
  Adult  
Categories:
  Adult  
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