The Briar Club Book Discussion
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, AWARE and the Jeudevine Memorial Library invite community members to a special two-part Community Book Club featuring Kate Quinn’s bestselling historical novel, The Briar Club. The gatherings will take place on October 19 and October 26 from 6:00–7:30 p.m. You can borrow copies of the book at the Jeudevine, or purchase one at the Galaxy Bookshop in Hardwick.
Inspired by the Thursday evening suppers at the heart of The Briar Club, our first gathering on October 19 will bring participants together around the table for food inspired by the novel and conversation about its characters. As we explore the book, we’ll consider first impressions, the stories people carry beneath the surface, and the ways food and gathering can create connection and belonging.
In our second gathering on October 26, we’ll explore one of the novel’s central ideas: How does our understanding of someone change once we know more of their story? Through conversation, reflection, and a creative journal activity, participants will consider the difference between what we see from the outside and what we come to understand when we are invited more fully into another person’s experience. Participants will have an opportunity to create and decorate their own Briar Club-inspired reflection journal using vintage collage materials and imagery from the era.
This event will be held in the Parker Ladd Community Room.
