Program Type:
In-PersonAge Group:
Adults- Registration is required for this event.
- Registration will close on February 2, 2026 @ 11:45am.
Program Description
Event Details
Join Barbara Chen at the library for a discussion on the selected book of the month. Bring your lunch if you'd like. Light refreshments will be served.
February Book Selection:
Small Great Things is a 2016 novel by Jodi Picoult that explores racism, privilege, and justice through the story of Ruth Jefferson, an experienced African-American labor and delivery nurse. When white supremacist parents refuse to let her touch their newborn, she hesitates to perform CPR, leading to a high-profile trial where she is charged with a serious crime, forcing her and her public defender to confront their own biases. Told from three perspectives (Ruth, the public defender, and the white supremacist father), the book examines systemic racism and challenges readers to confront uncomfortable truths about prejudice.
Disclaimer(s)
Food allergies
Please note that food allergens may be present at this event.