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Senior Book Discussion
2021-05-24 10:00:00 2021-05-24 11:30:00 America/Chicago Senior Book Discussion This group meets monthly to discuss and share reactions together. Each title selected is available in large print, audio and regular print. You must register to receive a copy of the book. Ela Area Public Library

Monday, May 24
10:00am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2021-05-24 10:00:00 2021-05-24 11:30:00 America/Chicago Senior Book Discussion This group meets monthly to discuss and share reactions together. Each title selected is available in large print, audio and regular print. You must register to receive a copy of the book. Ela Area Public Library

This group meets monthly to discuss and share reactions together. Each title selected is available in large print, audio and regular print. You must register to receive a copy of the book.

In it's 17th year, this popular discussion group now meets via the Zoom platform.  Patrons can use their phone to join the discussion or a device.  For accessibility information please contact Outreach Coordinator Christy Wagner at 847 438-3433 ext. 140.  

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