Newspaper article on One Book

Danielle Paine has a good article on the One Book, One Springfield program in today's Springfield Republican, with comments from Project Director Ann Keefe.

Choosing a Discussion Group

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If you’re reading or have already read The Color of Water, you might start giving some thought about which discussion group you’d like to attend. You might even plan to attend more than one – although the basic list of questions will be the same for each group, the insights of the participants, as well as the leadership style of the group’s facilitator, will ensure that each group offers a unique experience. Remember, the only discussion groups that require registration at the ones at Baystate Health System (call 794-2255). Otherwise, choose a time and place that works for you and mark it on your calendar. While you might begin by looking at the choices in your neighborhood, consider venturing out to meet some new people and enrich your “One Book” experience. Are you a 20-or-30-something? Consider attending one of the groups scheduled at retirement communities to ensure a lively intergenerational exchange. Have business to conduct at Springfield City Hall? Do it on April 14 and attend the noon group there. Participants in all of the various discussion groups will be given priority to attend James McBride’s free talk and concert on May 17, since seating is limited.

Anticipation for One Book is growing!

The MassLive Books Forum is beginning an online discussion of The Color of Water. Check out the forum and get a head start on the rest of the city!

Book discussions at Springfield City Library locations and other venues throughout the city begin on April 4. A complete list of discussion groups is available on the One Book, One Springfield pages at the library's website.

Grab a Book!

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Following last week's excellent article in the Republican by Pat Cahill and today's editorial , which encourages Springfield citizens to "run to the library" for a copy of The Color of Water, the library's remaining copies will be flying off the display shelves. Visit your branch soon to pick up a print or audio copy, along with a "One Book, One Springfield" button and a reading guide, which discusses both the book and how to get the most from a book discussion experience. We've found that wearing the eye-catching buttons around town sparks both questions and interesting discussions. Remember, the big kickoff is on March 29 at 4:00 p.m. in the Central Library!

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