Moving Forward Book Group: It's OK that You're Not OK: Meeting Grief and Loss in a Culture That Doesn't Understand

OK1 pm – 2 pm via Zoom
Join us for Moving Forward, our 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. February's choice is Megan Devine's nonfiction book about how to carry and tend to grief and loss. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration begins November 15 and is required for Zoom link.

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Moving Forward Book Group: I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai with Christina Lamb

malala1 pm – 2 pm via Zoom
Join us for Moving Forward, our 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. January's choice is Malala Yousafzai's autobiography of her young life and work for education for females. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration is open and is required for Zoom link.

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Moving Forward Book Group: Lucky Man: A Memoir by Michael J. Fox

1 pm – 2 pm via Zoom
Join us for Moving Forward, our 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. December's choice is Michael J. Fox's story of appreciating his life and career and sharing his work for a cure for Parkinson's. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration begins November 15 and is required for Zoom link.

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Moving Forward Book Group: Grit by Angela Duckworth

grit1 pm – 2 pm via Zoom
Join us for Moving Forward, our 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. November’s choice is Duckworth’s nonfiction book about the power of passion and perseverance. Find Grit in our catalog. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Registration begins August 15. Ages 18 and older, please.

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Moving Forward Book Group: Swimming in the Sink by Lynne Cox

MOVING1 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. October's choice is Cox’s memoir of life after loss. Find Swimming in the Sink in our catalog. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration begins August 15.

 

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Moving Forward Book Group: Carry On, Warrior: The Power of Embracing Your Messy, Beautiful Life by Glennon Doyle (2014)

carry1 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. September's choice is Doyle’s personal story of her journey to love herself and others and her encouragement for you to do the same. Find Carry On, Warrior (2014) in our catalog. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Ages 18 and older, please. Registration begins August 15.

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Moving Forward Book Group: A Stone Boat by Andrew Solomon

stone1 pm – 2 pm via Zoom
Join us for Moving Forward, our 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. Part eulogy and part confession, A Stone Boat is a luminous and moving evocation of the love between a son and his mother. Andrew Solomon tells an exquisitely perceptive story of family, identity, and the changes wrought by grief and loss. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Registration begins May 1. Ages 18 and older, please.

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NOW ONLINE! Moving Forward Book Group: When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi

breath1 pm – 2 pm Online 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. July’s choice is a profoundly moving, exquisitely observed memoir by a young neurosurgeon faced with a terminal cancer diagnosis who attempts to answer the question 'What makes a life worth living?' Find it in our catalog. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Registration begins May 1. Ages 18 and older, please.

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NOW ONLINE - Moving Forward Book Group: It’s Okay to Laugh (Crying is Cool Too)

1 pm – 2 pm Online 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. June’s choice is It’s Okay to Laugh by Nora McInherny Purmont. It explores universal themes of love, marriage, work, (single) motherhood, and depression through her refreshingly frank viewpoint. A love letter to life, in all of its messy glory, and what it’s like to still be kickin', It’s Okay to Laugh is like a long chat with a close friend over a cup of coffee (or chardonnay).You must have read or listened to the book to attend. Registration begins May 1. Ages 18 and older, please.

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ONLINE - Moving Forward Book Group: A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

moving051:00 pm – 2:00 pm Online 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. For May’s choice, a grumpy yet loveable man finds his solitary world turned on its head when a boisterous young family moves in next door. You must have read or listened to the book to attend. If you are interested in attending this online book discussion about A Man Called Ove, please register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9W6LQ3M. You will be contacted with more information. Ages 18 and older, please.

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