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Bring Your Own Book Discussion Group

BYOB

2026-01-16 11:00:00 2026-01-16 12:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Bring Your Own Book Discussion Group Share what you're reading and discover new favorites! Bring any book: fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or more - and join a welcoming group for lively discussion and recommendations. Aptos Branch - Dorosin Family Conference Room

Friday, January 16
11:00am - 12:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-16 11:00:00 2026-01-16 12:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Bring Your Own Book Discussion Group Share what you're reading and discover new favorites! Bring any book: fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or more - and join a welcoming group for lively discussion and recommendations. Aptos Branch - Dorosin Family Conference Room

Aptos Branch

Dorosin Family Conference Room

Share what you're reading and discover new favorites! Bring any book: fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or more - and join a welcoming group for lively discussion and recommendations.

Join us at the public library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB). This innovative program encourages participants to bring along a book of their choice and share their thoughts, insights, and perspectives with fellow readers. Whether you're passionate about fiction, non-fiction, classics, or contemporary literature, BYOB Book Group welcomes all genres and interests.

How It Works:

Choose Your Book: Select a book that you've recently read or have been wanting to discuss. It could be a novel, biography, memoir, poetry collection, or any other genre that interests you.
Bring Your Book: Arrive at the library with your chosen book in hand. Make sure it's one you're eager to share and discuss with others.

Engage in Discussion: Once everyone has gathered, participants will take turns sharing their thoughts on their chosen books. This could include favorite passages, character analysis, thematic elements, personal connections, and more.

Respectful Exchange: Engage in respectful and open-minded discussions with fellow participants. Share your perspectives while also listening attentively to others' viewpoints. This is a space for lively literary dialogue and exchange of ideas.

Discover New Reads: Explore a diverse range of books and genres through the recommendations and discussions of fellow participants. You might just find your next favorite read!

Whether you're a voracious reader or just starting to delve into the world of books, Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Book Group offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for lively literary discussions and discovery. Join us at the library and let's celebrate the joy of reading together!

AGE GROUP: | Adults 18+ years |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Groups |

Aptos Branch

Phone: 831-427-7702
Branch manager
Heather Pereira

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We're open 10:00AM to 6:00PM

Mon, Jan 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jan 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jan 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jan 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jan 09 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 10 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 11 Closed

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