Join in on the conversation at one of our APL Book Groups. No monthly commitment is required; just show up when you can! We have book groups for adults and children. Copies of current book group titles may be found on display nearby the Circulation Desk or at the Children’s Room Desk. (Please scroll to the bottom of the page or click here to see the APL Book Group Discussion protocol.)
APL Biography Book Group
(Meets monthly on a Tuesday morning)
Next meeting: The Stranger in the Woods by Michael Finkel
Next date: Tuesday, June 4, 10am
Balfour Room (1st floor)
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APL You & Me Book Group (Children in grades 1-4 & an adult)
(Meets monthly on a Thursday evening)
Next meeting: Choose Your Own Adventure Read Aloud (Email attleborokids@sailsinc.org for more information.)
Next date: Thursday, May 2, 6:30pm (*cancelled session*)
Children’s Activity Room (1st floor)
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APL Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Group
(Meets every other month on a Wednesday evening)
Next meeting: The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by Shannon Chakraborty
Wednesday, June 26, 7:00pm
Balfour Room (1st floor)
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APL Guys Book Group
(Meets quarterly on a Saturday morning)
Next Meeting: Such Kindness by Andre Dubus III
Saturday, August 3, 10:30am
Tech Lab (2nd floor)
Any adult who identifies as male is welcome to attend.
APL Parents Book Group (for parents who love to read)
(Meets monthly on a Thursday evening)
Next meeting: The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
Thursday, June 6, 7:00pm
Tech Lab (2nd floor)
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APL Wednesday Morning Book Group
(Meets on the first Wednesday morning of the month)
Next Meeting: West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge
Wednesday, June 5, 10:00am
Balfour Room (1st floor)
APL WWII Non-fiction Book Group
(Meets monthly on a Saturday afternoon)
Next Meeting: Top Secret Tales of World War II by William B. Breuer
Saturday, June 8, 2:00pm
OFF-SITE LOCATION FOR SUMMER: Hyman Fine Elementary School
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APL Book Group Discussion Protocol
- All members should read the monthly title selection. You are welcome to attend if you have not finished the book, but be prepared to hear the ending of the book.
- Discussion should focus on the main themes, characters, and author of the book. While additional detail and experiences can be useful, be brief, as the primary purpose is to share opinions of the book.
- Discuss aspects of the book which did not appeal to you. Difficulties should be expressed as questions rather than statements.
- Differing opinions should be expressed respectfully with the intent to disagree, not persuade others to modify their opinions. Keep an open mind, and carefully listen to the opinions of others.
- Discuss with the group as a whole. Everyone will be given an opportunity to share; however, participation is not a requirement.
- The group leader will allow discussion to progress naturally but will redirect discussion to allow others the opportunity to share their thoughts.
Start your own Book Group!
All Attleboro-area book groups are welcome to create a “Book Group” account at the Attleboro Public Library.
All book groups will:
- Provide a contact person and an e-mail address for the contact person
- Provide a schedule of titles chosen and meeting dates
- Provide a list of alternate titles in the event a title/copies are not available
- Provide a name for their book group
- Provide number of copies required
If you would like to set up an account for your book group, please contact the Reference Department at apl_ref@sailsinc.org.
Our Reference Department will:
- Create account for each book group
- Place holds for book groups
- Post current and accurate signage on group holds shelf
- Be primary contact for book groups
Member Tips:
- Members will pick up books from the holds area on the first floor of the library
- Books will be held on a bookshelf labeled with book club name
- Books will then be checked out to individual patron accounts
Please note that the library is not able to advance book group titles on any waitlist. We also cannot guarantee availability of titles.
