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Book Groups, Club Events
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 - 6:00pm
by Adam Smith
Members Free, Non-Members $25
Book Groups, Club Events, World Literature
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 - 6:00pm
by William Faulkner
Members Free
Book Groups, Club Events
Tuesday, April 02, 2024 - 6:00pm
by Adam Smith
Members Free, Non-Members $25
Book Groups, Brown Bag Mystery Readers, Club Events
Monday, April 08, 2024 - 12:00pm
Mystery Readers Unite!
Members Free
Book Groups, Club Events
Wednesday, May 01, 2024 - 12:00pm
by Xu Zechen
Members Free, Public $10
Book Groups, Brown Bag Mystery Readers, Club Events
Monday, May 13, 2024 - 12:00pm
Mystery Readers Unite!
Members Free
Book Groups, Club Events
Wednesday, June 05, 2024 - 12:00pm
by Xu Zechen
Members Free, Public $10
Book Groups, Brown Bag Mystery Readers, Club Events
Monday, June 10, 2024 - 12:00pm
Mystery Readers Unite!
Members Free
Book Groups, Brown Bag Mystery Readers, Club Events
Monday, July 08, 2024 - 12:00pm
Mystery Readers Unite!
Members Free
Book Groups, Brown Bag Mystery Readers, Club Events
Monday, August 12, 2024 - 12:00pm
Mystery Readers Unite!
Members Free
Book Groups, Brown Bag Mystery Readers, Club Events
Monday, September 09, 2024 - 12:00pm
Mystery Readers Unite!
Members Free
Book Groups, Brown Bag Mystery Readers, Club Events
Monday, October 21, 2024 - 12:00pm
Mystery Readers Unite!
Members Free
Book Groups, Brown Bag Mystery Readers, Club Events
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 12:00pm
Mystery Readers Unite!
Members Free
Book Groups, Brown Bag Mystery Readers, Club Events
Monday, December 09, 2024 - 12:00pm
Mystery Readers Unite!
Members Free

Embark on your literary adventure by joining a Book Group at Mechanics' Institute — where your passion for reading comes to life in an inspiring and welcoming community!

Find out more about Writers' Groups here.

Are you a member wanting to start a Book Group? Please email [email protected] or call 415-393-0103.

Book Groups -
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

The Wealth of Nations

by Adam Smith

Join Mechanics' Institute for a short-term book group focusing on The Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith.

This event will be held onsite at Mechanics' Institute in Classroom B in the 3rd Floor Library.

Members Free
Non-Members $25

Book Groups - World Literature
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 - 6:00 pm to 7:15 pm

Collected Stories

by William Faulkner

Discuss Collected Stories by William Faulkner with fellow members.

Our hybrid meetings take place in the 4th Floor Boardroom at Mechanics' Institute and virtually on Zoom.

Members Free

Book Groups -
Tuesday, April 02, 2024 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

The Wealth of Nations

by Adam Smith

Join Mechanics' Institute for a short-term book group focusing on The Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith.

This event will be held onsite at Mechanics' Institute in Classroom B in the 3rd Floor Library.

Members Free
Non-Members $25

Book Groups - Brown Bag Mystery Readers
Monday, April 08, 2024 - 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) Book Group

Mystery Readers Unite!

Mystery Readers Unite!

The Mechanics’ Institute’s Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) is a member-led Book Group. We meet on the Second Monday of each month, from 12:00 to 1:30 pm in the Board Room on the fourth floor. A Mechanics' Institute staff member is on hand to make announcements and partake in the discussion. Please come, even if you can only stay an hour.

Members Free

Book Groups -
Wednesday, May 01, 2024 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Beijing Sprawl

by Xu Zechen

The Contemporary Translated Works book group explores languages, cultures, and the art of translation through contemporary literature. Dive into the rich tapestry of global literature with this inaugural meeting, presented in partnership with the Center for the Art of Translation. This literary journey begins with Beijing Sprawl by Xu Zechen (China), a narrative that invites you to explore the vibrant heart of contemporary Chinese fiction. Beijing Sprawl, our May selection, celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Members Free
Public $10

Book Groups - Brown Bag Mystery Readers
Monday, May 13, 2024 - 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) Book Group

Mystery Readers Unite!

Mystery Readers Unite!

The Mechanics’ Institute’s Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) is a member-led Book Group. We meet on the Second Monday of each month, from 12:00 to 1:30 pm in the Board Room on the fourth floor. A Mechanics' Institute staff member is on hand to make announcements and partake in the discussion. Please come, even if you can only stay an hour.

Members Free

Book Groups -
Wednesday, June 05, 2024 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Beijing Sprawl

by Xu Zechen

The Contemporary Translated Works book group explores languages, cultures, and the art of translation through contemporary literature. Dive into the rich tapestry of global literature with this inaugural meeting, presented in partnership with the Center for the Art of Translation. This literary journey begins with Beijing Sprawl by Xu Zechen (China), a narrative that invites you to explore the vibrant heart of contemporary Chinese fiction. Beijing Sprawl, our May selection, celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Members Free
Public $10

Book Groups - Brown Bag Mystery Readers
Monday, June 10, 2024 - 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) Book Group

Mystery Readers Unite!

Mystery Readers Unite!

The Mechanics’ Institute’s Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) is a member-led Book Group. We meet on the Second Monday of each month, from 12:00 to 1:30 pm in the Board Room on the fourth floor. A Mechanics' Institute staff member is on hand to make announcements and partake in the discussion. Please come, even if you can only stay an hour.

Members Free

Book Groups - Brown Bag Mystery Readers
Monday, July 08, 2024 - 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) Book Group

Mystery Readers Unite!

Mystery Readers Unite!

The Mechanics’ Institute’s Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) is a member-led Book Group. We meet on the Second Monday of each month, from 12:00 to 1:30 pm in the Board Room on the fourth floor. A Mechanics' Institute staff member is on hand to make announcements and partake in the discussion. Please come, even if you can only stay an hour.

Members Free

Book Groups - Brown Bag Mystery Readers
Monday, August 12, 2024 - 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) Book Group

Mystery Readers Unite!

Mystery Readers Unite!

The Mechanics’ Institute’s Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) is a member-led Book Group. We meet on the Second Monday of each month, from 12:00 to 1:30 pm in the Board Room on the fourth floor. A Mechanics' Institute staff member is on hand to make announcements and partake in the discussion. Please come, even if you can only stay an hour.

Members Free

Book Groups - Brown Bag Mystery Readers
Monday, September 09, 2024 - 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) Book Group

Mystery Readers Unite!

Mystery Readers Unite!

The Mechanics’ Institute’s Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) is a member-led Book Group. We meet on the Second Monday of each month, from 12:00 to 1:30 pm in the Board Room on the fourth floor. A Mechanics' Institute staff member is on hand to make announcements and partake in the discussion. Please come, even if you can only stay an hour.

Members Free

Book Groups - Brown Bag Mystery Readers
Monday, October 21, 2024 - 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) Book Group

Mystery Readers Unite!

Mystery Readers Unite!

The Mechanics’ Institute’s Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) is a member-led Book Group. We meet on the Second Monday of each month, from 12:00 to 1:30 pm in the Board Room on the fourth floor. A Mechanics' Institute staff member is on hand to make announcements and partake in the discussion. Please come, even if you can only stay an hour.

Members Free

Book Groups - Brown Bag Mystery Readers
Monday, November 18, 2024 - 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) Book Group

Mystery Readers Unite!

Mystery Readers Unite!

The Mechanics’ Institute’s Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) is a member-led Book Group. We meet on the Second Monday of each month, from 12:00 to 1:30 pm in the Board Room on the fourth floor. A Mechanics' Institute staff member is on hand to make announcements and partake in the discussion. Please come, even if you can only stay an hour.

Members Free

Book Groups - Brown Bag Mystery Readers
Monday, December 09, 2024 - 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) Book Group

Mystery Readers Unite!

Mystery Readers Unite!

The Mechanics’ Institute’s Brown Bag Mystery Readers (BBMR) is a member-led Book Group. We meet on the Second Monday of each month, from 12:00 to 1:30 pm in the Board Room on the fourth floor. A Mechanics' Institute staff member is on hand to make announcements and partake in the discussion. Please come, even if you can only stay an hour.

Members Free