ABOUT BOOK CLUB
Our 18 Book Clubs begin meeting monthly in October, November, or January, depending on when the majority of their members are here. Meetings are held in member homes or out-of-doors, for example, in the Park, and last about two hours. Groups meet at a variety of times, Monday through Thursday, in the morning, afternoon, or evening, in order to accommodate the schedules of busy members. Those who volunteer to host and facilitate a meeting often get to select the book for that month. Hosts usually offer light refreshments and prepare questions for discussion which can lead to fun and lively exchanges.
Almost 200 PPWA members have signed up to participate in our Book Clubs this year. Approximately 24 are new Book Club members. When asked why they joined book club, the primary reason is always to meet and connect to other women in our community. Many of our groups have been meeting for years and years, resulting in enduring friendships. This year we added a new group of primarily new residents or new book club members. All of our groups welcome new members . It’s never too late to join one of our Book Clubs! (Hyperlink to Book Club List)
Here is a list of some of the books our clubs will be reading this year:
(Hyperlink to Revised Reading List)
MARCH 19, 2022 SPECIAL EVENT - LOCAL AUTHOR BOOK FAIR
On Saturday, March 19, PPWA Book Clubs will be sponsoring its first Local Author Book Fair. This special event will be held in the Clubhouse from 1:00-3:00 PM and is open to all Pelican Pointe residents. So far, over 20 published writers, many of them award-winning novelists, will be participating. Many of their books are about Venice or take place in Venice. Three authors are Pelican Pointe residents. We urge everyone to come out and support the following local talent:
(HYPERLINK TO AUTHOR BIOS)
ABOUT BOOK CLUB
Our 18 Book Clubs begin meeting monthly in October, November, or January, depending on when the majority of their members are here. Meetings are held in member homes or out-of-doors, for example, in the Park, and last about two hours. Groups meet at a variety of times, Monday through Thursday, in the morning, afternoon, or evening, in order to accommodate the schedules of busy members. Those who volunteer to host and facilitate a meeting often get to select the book for that month. Hosts usually offer light refreshments and prepare questions for discussion which can lead to fun and lively exchanges.
Almost 200 PPWA members have signed up to participate in our Book Clubs this year. Approximately 24 are new Book Club members. When asked why they joined book club, the primary reason is always to meet and connect to other women in our community. Many of our groups have been meeting for years and years, resulting in enduring friendships. This year we added a new group of primarily new residents or new book club members. All of our groups welcome new members . It’s never too late to join one of our Book Clubs! (Hyperlink to Book Club List)
Here is a list of some of the books our clubs will be reading this year:
(Hyperlink to Revised Reading List)
MARCH 19, 2022 SPECIAL EVENT - LOCAL AUTHOR BOOK FAIR
On Saturday, March 19, PPWA Book Clubs will be sponsoring its first Local Author Book Fair. This special event will be held in the Clubhouse from 1:00-3:00 PM and is open to all Pelican Pointe residents. So far, over 20 published writers, many of them award-winning novelists, will be participating. Many of their books are about Venice or take place in Venice. Three authors are Pelican Pointe residents. We urge everyone to come out and support the following local talent:
(HYPERLINK TO AUTHOR BIOS)
BOOK CLUB LEADER MEETING ON NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Leaders and representatives of PPWA’s 18 Book Clubs met for their annual meeting on November 4, 2021 at the home of Connie Felder, Activity Leader. In attendance were Chris Beninghof, Cathy Edwards, Deborah Bevis, Ellen Eisenstein, Joan Henck, Judy Becker, Lynn Fromer, Vicki Schaefer, Deb Parker, Eva Holtzer, Jackie Barrett, Rosemary Rice, Linda Zeck, Betty Gallick, Sue Hutchinson, Sandy Pratt, and Luisa Goldman (PPWA President.)
MEET SOME OF OUR BOOK CLUBS
THE COVER GIRLS
THE COVER GIRLS Book Club met on Jan. 3, 2022 at the home of Barbara Roach. In attendance were Kathy Johnson, Lisa Wollaston, JoAnn Bale, Sue Hutchinson, Karen Proctor, Barbara Roach, Shari Springer and leader, Mary McKay. Time Travel novels were discussed including Beyond the Moon, The Summerhouse, The Last Daughter of York, Once in Every Lifetime, and Time Tunnel: The Towers.
WINE, WOMEN AND WORDS
THE WINE, WOMEN, AND WORDS Book Club met on Jan. 4 and discussed THE HIDEWAY by Lauren K. Denton. In attendance were Martha Young, Pam Miller, Gail Gralton, Jeana Hilligoss, Symphony O'Keefe, Deb Parker, Sharon Heiser, and Dev Bevis.
BOOKENDS
BOOKENDS met at Connie Felder's house in December to discuss the very entertaining book LESSONS IN CHEMISTRY and share some holiday cheer. Front Row: Pam Isreal-Rocchiccio, Beth Hoyle, Kris Kennedy, Connie Felder. Back Row: Patricia Schultz, Chris Beninghof, Vicki Watkins, Eleanor Ladolcetta, Sally Crocker, Renee Skelly, Susie Johnson
BOOK BABES
The first meeting of BOOK BABES was held on November 9 at the home of Connie Felder. The following members discussed THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY and agreed upon group processes, books and hosts for the coming months: Marcia Brady, Cathy Brigham, Pat Cerefice, Susan Halvorson, Elizabeth Heston, Maria Reba, Mary Jane Ritacco, Jo Shea, and Sharie Powers.
The Pelican Pointe Page Turner
The Pelican Pointe Page Turners met on January 10 at the home of Vija Markovs and discussed COME FLY WITH ME by Julia Cooke. In attendance were Brenda Hankard, Nancy Anderson, Vija Markovs, Kathy Johnston, and Ellen Eisenstein.
Happy Bookers
Happy Bookers discuss “The Lost Apothecary” by Sarah Penner at hostess Pat Loftus’s home in February. Our photographer Mary Ann Whitney was also present.
From left to right: Michelle Ginieczki, Joanne Williams, Kathy Frost, Sharon Chapman, Jan DeBoer, Bonnie Morley, Maureen Vaughn, Linda Zeck & Pat Loftus in front.
From left to right: Michelle Ginieczki, Joanne Williams, Kathy Frost, Sharon Chapman, Jan DeBoer, Bonnie Morley, Maureen Vaughn, Linda Zeck & Pat Loftus in front.