Moving Forward Book Group: Between Two Kingdoms by Suleika Jaquad

book1 pm - 2 pm via Zoom
Join us for Moving Forward, a book discussion series geared towards those who have suffered a loss or tragedy and could use an infusion of hope. In cooperation with Hospice of Central PA, we will be reading books focusing on the redemptive power of the human spirit. Between Two Kingdoms is a searing, deeply moving memoir of illness and recovery that traces one young woman’s journey from cancer diagnosis to remission and, ultimately, a road trip of healing and self-discovery. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration begins May 1.

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Curl Up with the Classics: The Old Man and the Sea

book10 am – 11 am Hybrid, In Person AND Zoom
Join us as we discuss The Old Man and the Sea, Hemingway’s award-winning novella about a Cuban fisherman’s struggle with success. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration begins May 1.

 

 

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Curl Up with the Classics: Treasure Island

book10 am – 11 am via Zoom
Join us as we discuss Treasure Island, a classic that compliments this year’s summer reading theme of Oceans of Possibilities. What will you discover as you read and discuss this adventure novel? You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration begins May 1.

 

 

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Curl Up with the Classics: The Trumpet of the Swan

book10 am – 11 am Hybrid, In Person AND Zoom
Join us as we discuss The Trumpet of the Swan, another of E. B. White’s stories about overcoming obstacles. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration begins May 1.

 

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Fredricksen Reads: The Less People Know About Us: A Mystery of Betrayal, Family Secrets, and Stolen Identity

book7 pm – 8 pm via Zoom
Join us for this month's discussion of The Less People Know About Us, a memoir about Axton Betz-Hamilton searching for the person who “broke the unwritten rules of love, protection, and family.” You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration begins May 1.

 

 

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Fredricksen Reads: The Last Train to Key West

book7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Hybrid, Community Room and Zoom
Join us for this month's discussion of The Last Train to Key West, a novel that compliments this year’s summer reading theme of Oceans of Possibilities. How will three women’s lives change because of their holiday weekend in Key West? You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration begins May 1.

 

 

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Fredricksen Reads: The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek

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Join us for this month's discussion of The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek, a historical fiction novel about the struggles of the Kentucky Blue people and the Pack Horse Library Project. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration begins May 1.

 

 

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Moving Forward Book Group: Recipes for a Sacred Life by Rivvy Neshana

book1 pm - 2 pm via Zoom
Join us for Moving Forward, a book discussion series geared towards those who have suffered a loss or tragedy and could use an infusion of hope. In cooperation with Hospice of Central PA, we will be reading books focusing on the redemptive power of the human spirit. April’s choice is Recipes for a Sacred Life: True Stories and a Few Miracles. Rivy Neshama’s true tales, a memoir of sorts, are filled with love, warmth, and timeless wisdom. They ground us, and they lift us up. They make us laugh, and they make us cry. And most of all, they connect us more deeply with the grace and meaning of our lives. Ages 18 and older, please. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Registration begins February 1.

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Book Review

Book Cover for "The Last King of America, the Misunderstood Reign of George III" by Andrew RobertsJoin the Friends of New Cumberland Public Library for their monthly book review program. In May, Charles Stone will review The Last King of America, the Misunderstood Reign of George III by Andrew Roberts on Tuesday, May 9 at 10:30 a.m.

Reviews, which are presented by the Friends of the New Cumberland Public Library, are held on the second Tuesday of the month from September through November and March through May. Reviews are free and open to the general public. No need to have read the book to attend the review.
 

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Curl Up with the Classics: The Woodlanders by Thomas Hardy

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Join us as we discuss The Woodlanders, a classic novel that compliments this year’s Longwood Gardens Community Read theme of trees. This rivalry between a woodlander and an outsider takes place in the enthralling forest around Little Hintock. Ages 18 and older, please. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Registration begins February 1.

 

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