Derby Public Library to host discussion of novel

DERBY - The Derby Public Library has scheduled its next Lunchtime Book Discussion for 12:30 p.m. Aug. 27.   

The selected title is The Light Between Oceans by  M.L. Stedman.  

This unforgettable and deeply moving debut novel is set on a remote Australian island, where a childless couple live quietly running a lighthouse, until a boat carrying a baby washes ashore.   

This compelling story explores a world where there is no right answer, where justice for one person is another’s tragic loss.  

Multiple copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.  Participants are asked to bring a sandwich and a friend as they “chat and chew.” 
Dessert and beverages will be provided.  

 Registration is requested.   

For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.  

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.

Derby Library to host book discussion

DERBY - The Derby Public Library has scheduled its next Lunchtime Book Discussion for 12:30 p.m. July 30. 

The selected title is Island Girls by Nancy Thayer. 

This bestselling summer read is highly emotional and wholly entertaining.   

When the will of a recently deceased ladies’ man mandates a summer-long reunion for his daughters from different marriages at his posh Nantucket house, the three sisters are forced to confront long-festering resentments and misunderstandings as well as challenges in their private and professional lives. 
The situation is further complicated by a shocking revelation and the arrival of their mothers. 

Multiple copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.  Participants are asked to bring a sandwich and a friend as they “chat and chew.” 
Dessert and beverages will be provided. 
Registration is requested.   

For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.   


This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.

Derby library to host book talk

       DERBY - The Derby Public Library has scheduled its next Lunchtime Book Discussion

for 12:30 p.m. June 25.

      The selected title is Palisades Park by Alan Brennert.    

      This bestselling novel is the story of a family of dreamers and their lives within the legendary Palisades Amusement Park.   

   

    Brennert grew up in the shadows of this New Jersey amusement park and wrote the book as a love letter to Palisades and a bygone age. 

     It opens in 1922 and closes in 1977, tracing the ups and downs of this classic park during its heyday, along with the Stopka family’s similarly variable fortunes. 

    Multiple copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.  Participants are asked to bring a

sandwich and a friend as they “chat and chew.” 
    Dessert and beverages will be provided. 

   Registration is requested.  

   For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.  

 

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.

Derby Public Library schedules 'chat and chew'

       DERBY - The Derby Public Library has scheduled its next Lunchtime Book Discussion for 12:30 p.m. Sept. 25.

       The selected title is best selling author Lisa Genova’s newest novel, Love Anthony.
      This warm and deeply human story involves two unforgettable woman on the verge of change and the irrepressible young boy with autism whose unique wisdom helps them both find the courage to move on.
      Genova’s profound insight once again takes a complicated topic and makes it understandable to readers.  

    Multiple copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.
    Participants are asked to bring a sandwich and a friend as they “chat and chew.”
    Dessert and beverages will be provided.
    Registration is requested. For information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org. 


This is a press release from Derby Public Library.

Book discussion slated at Derby library

Program offers chance to 'chat and chew'
           DERBY - The Derby Public Library has scheduled its next Lunchtime Book Discussion for

12:30 p.m. July 31.
           The selected title is the romantic and mysterious novel, Sailing to Capri, by Elizabeth Adler.
           When English tycoon Sir Robert Waldo Hardwick dies mysteriously in a car accident, he leaves behind a note naming six people he suspects might have wanted him dead.
          In an attempt to solve the case, all six are taken on a fabulous Mediterranean cruise where nothing is what it seems and no one is telling the truth, all expenses paid by Sir Robert.  

          The beauty of the Mediterranean is wonderfully depicted in this armchair travel tale.

          Multiple copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.  Participants are asked to bring a sandwich and a friend as they “chat and chew.” Dessert and beverages will be provided.      
          Registration is requested.
          For information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org. 


This post is taken from a press release.

'Chat and chew' slated May 22 at Derby library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library has scheduled its next Lunchtime Book Discussion for 12:30 p.m. May 22.

           The selected title is the tale of family and romance, The Art of Hearing Heartbeats by Jan-Philipp Sendker.
        A respected New York City attorney suddenly vanishes without a trace. 
        After discovering a love letter he wrote many years ago, his daughter Julia travels to Burma intent on solving the mystery and coming to terms with her father's past.

       There she uncovers a tale of unimaginable hardship and passion that will demonstrate the power of love.  

         Multiple copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.  Participants are asked to bring a sandwich and a friend as they “chat and chew.” 
         Dessert and beverages will be provided.

        Registration is requested. For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.