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Fiction Groups At Main
- Books in the Afternoon
The Main Library's contemporary fiction book group has been going strong for more than twelve years. - Horror Book Group
A horror book discussion group for all ages. - Life on Mars Book Group
CLP-Main and the Carnegie Museum of Art are collaborating on a monthly book discussion group to meet during the Life On Mars Carnegie International exhibit. - Mystery Book Group
Discuss classic and contemporary mysteries. - No One Belongs In This Book Group More Than You:
A Cult Fiction Book Club
Discuss literature from the margins and the extremes.
Nonfiction Groups at Main
- 3 Poems by... Poetry Discussion Group
Each month this group discusses three poems by a selected poet or about a selected topic. - Dish: A Foodie Book Club
This quarterly book group focuses on the world of food. -
Pathfinders: A Book Club for our Spiritual Journeys
This quarterly group discusses books that look at all angles of spirituality, including books on religion, agnosticism, or atheism; memoirs of spiritual awakening; or life guides by prominent spiritual and religious leaders.
Branch Book Groups
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CLP - Lawrenceville
Their book discussion group meets the second Monday of each month, February through December. Check their "programs" for more information. -
Smithfield Critics
Join the Smithfield Critics, our popular Downtown & Business book discussion group, on the third Wednesday of every month for cookies, coffee and lively discussion of interesting and diverse books that span multiple genres. You never know how smart you can become! Sign up for our newsletter. -
Squirrel Hill Adult Book Discussion Group
The Squirrel Hill Adult Book Discussion Group focuses primarily on nonfiction including memoirs and page-turning histories. An occasional novel is covered. The group meets the fourth Thursday of the month. No meetings in August and December.
Book Group Connections
In existence since 2001, Book Group Connections is a service offered by the New & Featured Department that provides book groups with information packets designed to enhance book discussions. Check it out!
CLP Book Discussions
Life on Mars Book Club: Pale Fire
Carnegie Museum of Art
Thursday, October 9 at 6:30 PM
3 Poems by Emily Dickinson . . . Poetry Discussion Group
Thursday, October 9 at 6:30 PM
Center for Museum Education - Classroom A
Thursday, October 9 at 7:30 PM
Introduction to the Archives Services Center, University of Pittsburgh
Thursday, October 9 at 7:30 PM
Lecture Hall - Main
Saturday, October 11 at 10:00 AM
Adult Book Club Discussion
Saturday, October 11 at 10:00 AM
Lawrenceville
Monday, October 13 at 5:00 PM
Book Discussion
Monday, October 13 at 5:00 PM
Woods Run
Tuesday, October 14 at 11:30 AM
Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion
Tuesday, October 14 at 11:30 AM
Brookline
Wednesday, October 15 at 1:00 PM
Teen Graphic Novel Book Discussion
Wednesday, October 15 at 1:00 PM
Carrick
Wednesday, October 15 at 4:00 PM
Adult Book Discussion Group: Sex, lies, and handwriting by Michelle Dresbold.
Wednesday, October 15 at 4:00 PM
Squirrel Hill
Thursday, October 16 at 12:00 PM
Fiction, Film and Fun: Beloved
Thursday, October 16 at 12:00 PM
Squirrel Hill
Thursday, October 16 at 1:00 PM
Books in the Afternoon: Bridge of Sighs
Thursday, October 16 at 1:00 PM
Large Print Room - Main
Thursday, October 16 at 1:00 PM
Books in the Afternoon: Bridge of Sighs
Thursday, October 16 at 1:00 PM
Large Print Room - Main
Thursday, October 16 at 6:00 PM
Mystery Book Discussion Group: Maigret on the Riviera
Thursday, October 16 at 6:00 PM
First Floor - New & Featured (Main Library in Oakland)
Friday, October 17 at 1:00 PM
Book Discussion
Friday, October 17 at 1:00 PM
Hill District
Saturday, October 18 at 1:00 PM
Teen Fantasy and More Book Discussions
Saturday, October 18 at 1:00 PM
Beechview
Monday, October 20 at 5:30 PM
Monday Evening Book Discussion
Monday, October 20 at 5:30 PM
Brookline
Monday, October 20 at 6:00 PM
Monday, October 20 at 6:00 PM

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