Library Book Clubs
Copies of the books are available at the Circulation Desk one month before the discussion. No registration is required to join a book club.
The Book Discussion Group
Our original book club has been meeting since 1998. Open to anyone who enjoys reading and discussing books. The group meets on first Wednesdays eight times a year.
Science Fiction & Fantasy Book Club
Our Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Club has been meeting quarterly since 2014. We choose titles that explore the diversity and range of the genre. Open to anyone interested in reading Science Fiction and Fantasy, whether they are long time fans or new to the genre.
Community Book Clubs
In addition to our in-house book clubs, the library can also help you acquire books for your own discussions. We will place holds for as many copies as you need, make them available to your club a month before the discussion, and we can schedule the titles months in advance. At least one member of your book club must be a Thomas Ford card holder.
To get started with your book club, contact Sandy Frank via email at frank@fordlibrary.org or by phone at (708) 246-0250 ext. 214
Upcoming Book Discussions
Book Discussion Group
Library book clubs are open to anyone who enjoys good books! Extra copies of the books are made available at the Library one month before the discussion.
The Other Valley By Scott Alexander Howard
Come explore the world of picture books by joining our new book club! Each meeting will focus on a different character, author, or picture book series. We will read stories, play games, and finish with a craft.
Disclaimer(s)
Safe Child Policy
Parents/caregivers of children 8 years and under are required to stay in the Youth Services Department for the duration of the program per library policy.
Book Discussion Group
Library book clubs are open to anyone who enjoys good books! Extra copies of the books are made available at the Library one month before the discussion.
A Man Lay Dead by Ngaio Marsh
Join us for a meeting of the Tween Book Club! We will discuss The Blackbird Girls by Anne Blankman. Extra copies are available one month before the discussion.
Book Discussion Group
Library book clubs are open to anyone who enjoys good books! Extra copies of the books are made available at the Library one month before the discussion.
The Great Divide by Christina Henriquez
Science Fiction Book Club
Library book clubs are open to anyone who enjoys good books! Extra copies of the books are made available at the Library one month before the discussion.
Join us for an informal discussion of The Stardust Grail by Yume Kitasei.
Book Club Resources
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Reading Group Guides
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