Find the Book Club for You!
Our library staff-led book clubs discuss all kinds of books. Meet up at the library or enjoy a night out around Westwood.
Books & Brews
Lead by Assistant Library Director Andy Northrup, this group meets about every 6 weeks at a nearby pub to discuss a selected title.
Next book: I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger.
Conquer a Classic
Every season, join Director of Reader Services Kristy Pasquariello to read a classic work then meet and discuss over cookies & tea.
Next book: Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton.
Tuesday Terrors
Being scared is more fun together!
Readers’ Services Librarian Julia Horwitz leads a monthly discussion about the contemporary horror novels you can’t miss.
Next book: A Sunny Place for Shady People by Mariana Enriquez.
Read Next Book Club
Meet Library Director Lizzy McGovern and Director of Reader Services Kristy Pasquariello every 6 weeks at nearby restaurants to discuss a popular Read Next selection.
Next book: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans.
Readers Digest Cookbook Club
Calling all foodies! Join Public Services Librarian Rosie Smith at the Main Library and gather around the table to discuss and share dishes from a cookbook each month.
Next book: Smitten Kitchen Everyday by Deb Perelman
Islington Branch Book Club
Good friends, good books, good conversation. Gather with Director of Information & Branch Services Claire Connors at the Islington Branch monthly to discuss books new and old.
Next book: Long Island by Colm Toibin.
Words of Wilderness Walking Book Group
Join Library Assistants Patti Wade and Linda Skerry for a leisurely 1 hour walk through Hale Education to discuss a wilderness themed adult novel! We meet on select Mondays at Hale in the Spring and Fall. Rain or shine, so dress for the weather!
Next Book: Prodigal Summer by Barbara Kingsolver
True Crime Book Club at the Branch
Do you always know the culprit before they are revealed? Have you already binged every true crime documentary available on Netflix? This might be the book club for you! Join Library Assistant Kristen Barenthaler to discuss a new True Crime book every month.
Next Book: A Death in Belmont by Sebastian Junger
Historical Fiction Book Club at the Branch
Join us at the Islington Branch Library on the first Tuesday of the month for lively conversations about historical novels. From epic sagas to quieter character-drive stories, explore how history comes alive through fiction.
Next Book: Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller
Interested in Book Clubs for Children and Teens?
We offer a variety of book clubs for kids and teens! From book club beginners to high school pros. Check out what options fit your child’s need by clicking below, or email wwdchildrens@gmail.com for help deciding!
