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Great Books Discussion Group

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Event Details:

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group

West End Book Club (West End)

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
West End Meeting Space at West End Branch
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Join Library Trustee Gemma Tansey for the book discussion of The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife.

Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Join Library Trustee Gemma Tansey for the book discussion of The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Romance Book Club: Some Kind of Famous (West End)

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
West End Meeting Space at West End Branch
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Fall in love with these swoon-worthy romance books! 
This month, we are discussing Some Kind of Famous by Ava Wilder at our West End Branch.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fall in love with these swoon-worthy romance books! 
This month, we are discussing Some Kind of Famous by Ava Wilder at our West End Branch.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Books & Brews: The Anxious Generation (Off-Site)

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at Long Beach Coffee & Tee to discuss Jonathan Haidt's bestselling work, The Anxious Generation.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Long Beach Coffee & Tee to discuss Jonathan Haidt's bestselling work, The Anxious Generation.

Disclaimer(s)

Off-Site

As a participant in an off-site event held by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify, release and hold harmless the Long Beach Public Library, all of the elected and appointed officers, directors, employees, volunteers, and/or agents, from and against any and all liability, loss, damages, claims, or actions (including costs and attorney fees) for any harm, bodily injury including economic, physical, or mental, including death, or property damage incurred by me, to the fullest extent permissible by law, arising out of my participation in an event that is held off Library property.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Silent Book Club

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join fellow book lovers for this low pressure book club.  All you have to do is show up and read!  Bring your own book to Barrier Beets and enjoy the quiet comfort of reading together.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join fellow book lovers for this low pressure book club.  All you have to do is show up and read!  Bring your own book to Barrier Beets and enjoy the quiet comfort of reading together.

Disclaimer(s)

Off-Site

As a participant in an off-site event held by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify, release and hold harmless the Long Beach Public Library, all of the elected and appointed officers, directors, employees, volunteers, and/or agents, from and against any and all liability, loss, damages, claims, or actions (including costs and attorney fees) for any harm, bodily injury including economic, physical, or mental, including death, or property damage incurred by me, to the fullest extent permissible by law, arising out of my participation in an event that is held off Library property.

This event is in the "Adults" group

True Crime Book Club: Say Nothing

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
1st Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults

Do you love true crime?

Join us to discuss a specific case each month. We will focus on a different true crime case with theories, suspects and coverage being discussed.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love true crime?

Join us to discuss a specific case each month. We will focus on a different true crime case with theories, suspects and coverage being discussed.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Great Books Discussion Group

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Event Details:

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Books & Bagels: A Literary Breakfast Club

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Food & Cooking
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Start your morning with great stories and even better company! Books & Bagels is a relaxed, community-centered book club that pairs lively conversation with bagels and warm beverages.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Books & Reading, Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start your morning with great stories and even better company! Books & Bagels is a relaxed, community-centered book club that pairs lively conversation with bagels and warm beverages.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

Long Beach Public Library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Historical Fiction Book Club:The Frozen River

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

We are pleased to present the LBPL's Historical Fiction Book Club, led by librarian Jakea Williamson. This is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of the Library.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

We are pleased to present the LBPL's Historical Fiction Book Club, led by librarian Jakea Williamson. This is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group

LBNY Bestseller's Book Club: Katabasis (Hybrid)

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a little jaunt into hell as we discuss R.F Kuang's latest bestselling fantasy novel, Katabasis.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a little jaunt into hell as we discuss R.F Kuang's latest bestselling fantasy novel, Katabasis.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Great Books Discussion Group

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Event Details:

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Great Books Discussion Group

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Event Details:

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Great Books Discussion Group

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Event Details:

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group

LBNY Bestseller's Book Club: The Doorman (Hybrid)

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults

In support of this year's Long Island Reads honoring of author Chris Pavone, we will be reading his latest NYT bestselling novel, The Doorman.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

In support of this year's Long Island Reads honoring of author Chris Pavone, we will be reading his latest NYT bestselling novel, The Doorman.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Silent Book Club

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join fellow book lovers for this low pressure book club.  All you have to do is show up and read!  Bring your own book to Barrier Beets and enjoy the quiet comfort of reading together.

Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join fellow book lovers for this low pressure book club.  All you have to do is show up and read!  Bring your own book to Barrier Beets and enjoy the quiet comfort of reading together.

Disclaimer(s)

Off-Site

As a participant in an off-site event held by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify, release and hold harmless the Long Beach Public Library, all of the elected and appointed officers, directors, employees, volunteers, and/or agents, from and against any and all liability, loss, damages, claims, or actions (including costs and attorney fees) for any harm, bodily injury including economic, physical, or mental, including death, or property damage incurred by me, to the fullest extent permissible by law, arising out of my participation in an event that is held off Library property.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Great Books Discussion Group

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Event Details:

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Great Books Discussion Group

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Event Details:

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Great Books Discussion Group

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Discussions
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Event Details:

The Great Books Discussion Group is an in-person program taking place on the 2nd floor of Long Beach Public Library. Physical copies will be available at the front desk of the Library two weeks before each discussion.