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OSC #3 - Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

OSC #3 - Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman

Wed, Jul 8, 11:30 PM
From Open Shelf Collective

Welcome to the third meetup of the Open Shelf Collective! Our first three books have been selected to set the tone, and following the end of each meetup we will begin with the nominations for the next meetups. The first thirty minutes of the event is open social time while we allow attendees to arrive. The book discussion will begin at 8:00 PM. At the end of the meetup, we will accept nominations for the next book. We encourage attendees to stay afterwards and chat if they would like to as well. Out of respect for the venue and people on the waitlist, if you do not intend on attending we would appreciate you cancelling at least 48 hours in advance. We would like to keep these events free of charge, and continued last minute cancellations or no-shows may require us to introduce a small fee in the future. "Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine" by Gail Honeyman "Meet Eleanor Oliphant: She struggles with appropriate social skills and tends to say exactly what she’s thinking. Nothing is missing in her carefully timetabled life of avoiding social interactions, where weekends are punctuated by frozen pizza, vodka, and phone chats with Mummy. But everything changes when Eleanor meets Raymond, the bumbling and deeply unhygienic IT guy from her office. When she and Raymond together save Sammy, an elderly gentleman who has fallen on the sidewalk, the three become the kinds of friends who rescue one another from the lives of isolation they have each been living. And it is Raymond’s big heart that will ultimately help Eleanor find the way to repair her own profoundly damaged one. Soon to be a major motion picture produced by Reese Witherspoon, Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine is the smart, warm, and uplifting story of an out-of-the-ordinary heroine whose deadpan weirdness and unconscious wit make for an irresistible journey as she realizes. . ."

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OSC #4 - The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

OSC #4 - The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

Wed, Aug 12, 11:30 PM
From Open Shelf Collective

Welcome to our fourth meetup! The book for August is The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. The first thirty minutes of the event is open social time while we allow attendees to arrive. The book discussion will begin at 8:00 PM. At the end of the meetup, we will accept nominations for the next book. We encourage attendees to stay afterwards and chat if they would like to as well. Out of respect for the venue and people on the waitlist, if you do not intend on attending we would appreciate you cancelling at least 48 hours in advance. We would like to keep these events free of charge, and continued last minute cancellations or no-shows may require us to introduce a small fee in the future. "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern "**Two starcrossed magicians engage in a deadly game of cunning in the spellbinding novel that captured the world's imagination.** The circus arrives without warning. No announcements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not. Within the black-and-white striped canvas tents is an utterly unique experience full of breathtaking amazements. It is called *Le Cirque des Rêves*, and it is only open at night. But behind the scenes, a fierce competition is underway—a duel between two young magicians, Celia and Marco, who have been trained since childhood expressly for this purpose by their mercurial instructors. Unbeknownst to them, this is a game in which only one can be left standing, and the circus is but the stage for a remarkable battle of imagination and will. Despite themselves, however, Celia and Marco tumble headfirst into love—a deep, magical love that makes the lights flicker and the room grow warm whenever they so much as brush hands. True love or not, the game must play out, and the fates of everyone involved, from the cast of extraordinary circus per­formers to the patrons, hang in the balance, suspended as precariously as the daring acrobats overhead. Written in rich, seductive prose, this spell-casting novel is a feast for the senses and the heart." Results from the vote: [https://app.rankedvote.co/rv/lflwev853sj5nle65d/results](https://app.rankedvote.co/rv/lflwev853sj5nle65d/results)

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First book club meeting!

First book club meeting!

Thu, Jul 23, 11:00 PM
From TBR: Toronto Book Roundtable

Hello everyone! For the first TBR meeting, I want everyone to bring the book they think we should read for the month and create a short pitch explaining why. I want it to feel like a Shark Tank episode where everyone pitches their book! At the end of the meeting, we will vote for which book we would like to read for the month. I want this first meeting to be social and friendly. Bring your books and your pitches!

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Short Reads Social: "Are Third Spaces Dead?" (June 30th)

Short Reads Social: "Are Third Spaces Dead?" (June 30th)

Tue, Jun 30, 10:30 PM
From Book Club for Humans
4.6

**Are third spaces dead....(like this book club was for the last year)?** Short-Read Socials are back! Come meet with like-minded and unlikeminded people to talk about the topic of the month. This time, we're thinking about **third spaces, socialization, and community-building.** *How has socialization changed with modern urban living and the rise of social media? Have commercialization and high cost of living killed third spaces? How do (or should) we actually build communities now?* \-\-\- **How does it work?** * The event is casual. You can talk to anyone there with or without our prompt sheets, either about the month's topic or about whatever you want. * Open philosophical discussion, including for controversial topics, is welcome but be respectful :) * If you've read/watched/heard anything related to the topic of the month, feel free to bring it in! Not necessarily physically, but you can if you want... * If not, here are some thought-provoking reads to start you off (read as many or as few as you want): * On third spaces: * [Are commercial “third places” a dying breed?](https://spacing.ca/toronto/2024/04/26/are-commercial-third-places-a-dying-breed/) * [the modern third space is in your phone](https://maansiwritesstuff.substack.com/p/the-modern-third-space-is-in-your) * Who's creating third spaces? (slightly more interesting imo) * [From sauna socials to run clubs: Are community event leaders the new influencers?](https://archive.is/20260320083437/https://www.vogue.com/article/from-sauna-socials-to-run-clubs-are-community-event-leaders-the-new-influencers#selection-1275.0-1275.81) * [“The more I give away, the better the bar does”: Why Danu Social House wants to become the city’s first community-owned watering hole](https://torontolife.com/food/danu-social-house-community-owned-co-op-bar/) * Bonus: [Why do Torontonians love to line up? Expert says there’s many reasons, including making friends](https://nowtoronto.com/lifestyle/why-do-torontonians-love-to-line-up-expert-says-theres-many-reasons/) * Feel free to post other recommendations (blogs, movies, tv episodes, video essays, etc.) in the comments!

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The Girls Book Club: Fantasy/Romance Book Club Meetup #6

The Girls Book Club: Fantasy/Romance Book Club Meetup #6

Sat, Jul 11, 8:00 PM
From The Girls Book Club (Fantasy, Dark Romance,Thrillers &Spice)
5.0

Hi everyone!! 💖 This is now our SIXTH book club meetup! I can’t wait to get to know you all more, hang out and talk books. For this meeting we’ll be FINISHING The Book of Azrael by Amber Nicole!!! We will also be choosing our next book so bring 2-3 ideas!! (Yes, we can also choose the next book in the series) The location MIGHT change. There is a new book bar opening up in Toronto and I’d love to see if we can get a spot there. So stay tuned!!! Don’t stress if you’re new or didn’t make it to the last meetup! This is a super chill group and we’re mostly here to chat, vibe, and obsess over books together. Can’t wait to see you all!! 📚✨

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Bookish Bi Reading Club

Wed, Jul 8, 10:00 PM
From amBi - Toronto's Bi Social Community
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Frequently asked questions

A book swap is a social event where participants bring books they no longer need and exchange them with others. They offer an opportunity to find new reads while meeting people with similar interests in Toronto.

You can join book swap events in Toronto by searching on Meetup for groups dedicated to book exchanges. Once you find a group, you can RSVP to attend and participate in the event.

Yes, there are book swap events in Toronto. These events are organized by local groups and offer a chance to exchange books and meet other reading enthusiasts in the area.

Genre-specific book swaps may be available depending on the interests of local groups. Check the details of events and groups to find swaps that match your preferred genres.

Meetup is free to join, allowing book lovers to explore groups and events. Some events may have a fee, set by the organizers to cover expenses.

To RSVP for a book swap event, select the event on Meetup and confirm your participation. Some events have limited space, so it's best to RSVP early.

Absolutely! Meetup allows you to organize your own book swap events in Toronto, inviting others who are interested in exchanging books and sharing their literary passions.

Before attending a swap, check the event details for any guidelines, such as bringing specific book genres or the number of books allowed. Arrive prepared to mingle and exchange.

If you don't find an existing book swap near you, consider starting your own group. This can attract local participants with a shared interest and create a new community.

Not necessarily. Some book swaps may be organized as virtual events, allowing participants to discuss and schedule book exchanges at convenience or by mail.

The frequency of book swaps depends on the organizers. Some groups have regular meetings, while others schedule swaps sporadically. Check group calendars for upcoming events.

Not all book swaps have entry fees. While many are free, some organizers might charge a small fee to cover venue costs or resources. It's best to check the event details beforehand.

Meetup supports in-person and online event organization, but direct book exchanges online might need additional coordination outside of the platform's event features.

Toronto likely hosts groups focusing on specific genres like sci-fi. Explore Meetup for targeted book swap groups or events that cater to sci-fi lovers in the community.

While many events exist, availability can vary. If none are nearby, you might consider creating a group to start a local swap and draw in potential members.