Librarian Musings – Books and Bites Adult Book Club
Do you know how good reading is for you? Reading regularly has been shown to:
Increase intelligence
Improve memory
Reduce risk of Alzheimer’s
Reduce stress
Improve sleep
And
Increase longevity!
And there are additional benefits when you share reading with others. Reading can build community and empathy while broadening our horizons and exposing us to new ideas – and at Book Club, we are always getting exposed to new ideas!
Books and Bites Adult Book Club
Every month, the club reads a new book, provided for free by the Colorado State Library.
We have read all sorts of things – fiction, nonfiction, even graphic novels and young adult books. Some of the books we’ve read include:
- The Color Purple
- Killers of the Flower Moon
- A Court of Thorns and Roses
- The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time
- American Born Chinese
In addition to the books, there are the bites – we always have snacks at meetings. Some are provided by the Library, some by our generous members. We have also gathered for book-to-film watch parties and potlucks. Books and Bites Book Club provides community, conversation, and a place where people can come together to discuss tough ideas in a supportive environment.