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Monthly, open to all. Reading a mixture of fiction and nonfiction. The structure is a very casual, friendly discussion. To join, just read the recommended book and then come to the scheduled discussion. We usually meet the last Tuesday of the month, at 7 pm in the lower level of Holy Cross.

May book discussion

Written by Catherine Green

Thursday, 26 April 2012 13:23

Brazilian author Paulo Coelho’s THE FIFTH MOUNTAIN will be discussed May 29, in the lower level of Holy Cross at 7 p.m. All are welcome. This is a fictional telling of the Biblical story of the prophet Elijah in the ninth century B.C.

April Book Discussion

Written by Catherine Green

Thursday, 12 April 2012 13:28

BOOK CLUB on Tuesday, April 24^th:

Liz Murray is the author of “Breaking Night.” It’s a Resurrection story: a memoir of forgiveness, survival and her journey from

homelessness to Harvard. Far from some maudlin sob story about a hard knock life, the author relays her story simply and

effectively. She talks about the practical implications of being raised by junkies and having to rely on the kindness of friends

to meet her basic needs. Liz was often hungry. Her clothing was filthy and raggedy and the kids at school made fun of her

because of it. Liz realized that there would be a point when people tired of helping her and started thinking about her

future….”Breaking Night” is urban slang for: staying up through the night, until the sun rises.

The New York Times Review said “it’s a white knuckle account of survival….her stoicism has been hard-earned; it is

full of heart, without a sliver of ice, and deeply moving.”

ALL are welcome to this gathering: TUESDAY, APRIL 24^TH at 7 pm in the lower level of Holy Cross Church.

February book discussion

Written by Catherine Green

Tuesday, 07 February 2012 08:35

February Book Club: Our selection for this month is a non fiction book written by Diane Brady titled "Fraternity". In these pages the author has followed five African American men through their years at Holy Cross College in Massachusetts. "Not only did the future president of the college, Rev. John Brooks, convince these young men to attend the school, he also obtained full scholarships to support them, and then mentored, defended, coached and befriended them through an often challenging four years." All of this took place during the sixties, a time of racial turmoil. We promise an evening of interesting discussion and at least some liquid refreshment. 7:00PM in the lower level on Tuesday February 28th.

Contact Information

Name

Catherine Green

Candace Robl

Phone

669-6882

663-7597

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