What we’re about
Do you love to read thought provoking books? Does the thought of discussing them over a glass of fine wine fill you with joy and a sense that all is right with the world? Well we may be the group for you!
We are a welcoming group of individuals who meet each month to discuss, debate, laugh and share meaningful insights about our book of the month. Our members submit intriguing fictional and non-fictional book suggestions (recent releases as well as an occasional classic ) and new members often comment on how much they love our lineup. We also try to do a monthly social get together to promote friendship within the group. The people who join are bright, witty and have so many insights to share that it's a shame to limit our get togethers to just the book club.
Our meetup place of choice is Roberto's Ristorante at 483 Spring Rd. in Elmhurst. The wine, the small plates and the atmosphere, along with our monthly book discussions are truly to be savored.
We look forward to having new members join us!
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The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong
Roberto's Ristorante, 483 Spring Road, (1 1/2 blocks south of St.. Charles Rd.), Elmhurst, IL, USKick off the New Year by joining your book club friends at Roberto's Ristorante in Elmhurst to discuss "The Emperor of Gladness" by the Vietnamese-American poet, essayist, and novelist Ocean Vuong, who was awarded a prestigious "genius grant" from the MacArthur Foundation.
"The Emperor of Gladness" tells the story of a young man who forms an unlikely bond with an elderly widow and explores the themes of grief, healing, and resilience.
If you are interested in learning more about Vuong, there is a compelling New York Times interview with him at https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/03/magazine/ocean-vuong-interview.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referring Source=articleShare
This selection supports one of our group's goals of reading more books written by authors whose first language is not English.
Newcomers are always welcome at our gatherings.
NOTE: Roberto's has required a $25 minimum food/beverage purchase.
Parking is available either 1) on the street, 2) in a lot behind the restaurant via the alley, or 3) in a lot across the street from the front of the restaurant.
For a look at Roberto's wine, dinner, and snack menus, link to:
https://www.robertosristorante.com/11 attendees
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