Deeper Connections

Join us for our monthly book club, where we dive into thought-provoking fiction that challenges perspectives, sparks imagination, and opens doors to meaningful conversations. Whether you're a lifelong reader or rediscovering the joy of novels, this is a space to explore stories that stay with you long after the final page.

This Month's Book - A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara
It follows four close friends in New York City as they build careers, navigate relationships, and support one another over the course of many years. At its heart, it's a deeply character-driven novel about friendship, love, trauma, and the lasting impact of the past, told with emotional intensity

IMPORTANT - Please only RSVP if you are planning to FINISH the book. If you have RSVP'd but think you won't be able to finish the book please change your RSVP to No to make space for others in advance and not on the last day. Please don't disrespect others by showing up having only read an AI summary.

Regulars get moved from waitlist to confirmed on priority.

To help us keep the conversation engaging, space is limited. Please RSVP only if you genuinely plan to join us.

No show policy: If you RSVP but don't plan to attend, please make sure to cancel your spot at least 24 hours in advance, so someone else can take it. Two no shows without cancelling or cancelling last minute will result in a ban from future book club events. This helps ensure we communicate correct numbers
to the venue and in turn get a good spot for discussion.

How does it work?

*Brief introductions and reflections on what struck you most

• Moderated discussion exploring plot, themes, and characters
  *Open conversation where different interpretations are welcomed ️
• We wrap up by sharing insights and connections made

What to Expect?
Close Reading: We go beyond surface-level plot summary. Expect discussions that examine the author's choices, narrative techniques, and the questions left lingering in the silence between pages.
Thoughtful Dialogue: This isn't a race to share opinions—it's a space for genuine exploration. We listen, we reflect, we build on each other's insights.
Meaningful Connections: Great fiction holds up a mirror to the human experience. Through discussing characters' choices and moral dilemmas, we often discover something about ourselves and each other.

How to get the most out of this event?
Finish the Book: Please attend only if you've completed the book. Spoilers will flow freely, and the richest discussions come from those who've made the full journey.
Ground it in the Text: Bring your interpretations, but anchor them in what's actually on the page. Quote passages. Reference scenes. Let the author's words guide us.
Respect & Openness: Every interpretation matters. Make space for quieter voices. Challenge ideas, not people. Stay curious rather than defensive.

Why a Fiction Book Club?
Explore the Human Condition: Fiction lets us inhabit lives we'll never live, forcing us to confront questions about identity, morality, love, and loss.
Sharpen Your Thinking: Close reading develops critical thinking—noticing what the author chose to include, exclude, and how the story is told matters as much as what happens.
Deepen Connections: Discussing characters' choices and moral dilemmas creates surprisingly intimate conversations with fellow readers.

Who is this event for?

*You find yourself thinking about books long after you've finished them

• You want more from book discussions than "I liked it" or "I didn't"
  *You're curious how others interpret the same story differently
• You value thoughtful dialogue over debate ️✨
  *You're looking for meaningful connections with fellow readers

What's in it for you?

• Fresh Perspectives: Discover interpretations you'd never have considered alone
  *Deeper Understanding: Unpack themes and symbols that enrich your reading
  ***Genuine Connection: **Bond with others over shared literary experiences
  *** A Space to Think: **Slow down from the noise and engage with ideas that matter

Ready to dive deeper into stories that matter?
Join us for an evening where fiction becomes a gateway to understanding ourselves and each other. ✨
We really hope to see you there!

About Deeper Connections
We have a mission at Deeper Connections to improve the quality of people's lives through conversation. All our events are centred around the concept of connecting deeply, because we believe we all deserve to be seen, felt and understood for who we really are. To have the 'deeper conversation' approach when relating with others can change our lives and can change the world.

Our Values

*** Respect: **Treat everyone with kindness and consideration. ❤️
*** Open-mindedness: **Be open to different perspectives and ideas.
*** Active Participation: **Share your thoughts and engage in meaningful discussions. ️

Some conversations we've been quietly trained to avoid our whole lives. Death, money, shame, desire etc. the beliefs we'd never say out loud at a dinner party. We open the door to a few of them. Gently, on your terms, in good company. 🚪✨

This is an honest event, so come ready to think openly, listen generously, and share as much or as little as feels right for you. 💬

How to get the best out of this event?
• Respect: While we explore cultures, this event is not a space for debating but about learning and understanding. No judgement on how different cultures and beliefs shape people’s lives. 🙏🌍
• Be open: We aim to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for members from all cultures. You can help by keeping an open mind. 🤗🧠
• Share: Feel free to share your own cultural traditions. Everyone’s perspective is valued, and all stories are welcome. 🗣️🎉

Why taboos? 💡
Every culture builds walls around certain topics. Some of those walls keep us safe. Others are just inherited habits that nobody ever thought to question. And when we can't talk about something, it tends to grow heavier in the dark. 🌑
Tonight we bring a few of those things into the light, together, and see what happens when we do.

Who is it for? 👀

• You're a regular at our Deeper or Deepest Conversations events (take a look at our past events to know more)
• You're curious about the things people don't usually say out loud
• You want connection that gets past everyone's polished version of themselves
• You can hold space for others as kindly as you'd want it held for you
• You're open, warm, and ready to listen as much as you share 🌱

What's in it for you? 🌟

• A rare afternoon of honesty in a world built on small talk 🗝️
• The quiet relief of saying something you've never said, and being met with warmth
• Real bonds with the people who choose to go there alongside you 💞
• A fresh look at the walls we all carry, and a sense of which ones you might quietly put down
• The reminder that you were never the only one 🤍

The things we don't talk about are usually the things we most need to. Come and talk about them, with people who get it. 🌊
We really hope to see you there! 👋

About Deeper Connections
We have a mission at Deeper Connections to improve the quality of people's lives through conversation. All our events are centered around the concept of connecting deeply, because we believe we all deserve to be seen, felt and understood for who we really are. To have the 'deeper conversation' approach when relating with others can change our lives and can change the world.

Our Values

• Respect: Treat everyone with kindness and consideration. ❤️
• Open-mindedness: Be open to different perspectives and ideas. 🧠💡
• Active Participation: Share your thoughts and engage in meaningful discussions. 🗣️💬

Tired of small talk and ready to connect on a real level? Join us for deep, meaningful conversations and new friendships 👯‍♀️🎉 with a group of like-minded individuals who share your interests.

This event is free but you will be required to buy food or drink before you can join us 🍭🍬🧁🍰🥤🧃- having water doesn't support the venue

Tired of small talk and ready to connect on a real level? Join us for deep, meaningful conversations and new friendships 👯‍♀️🎉 with a group of like-minded individuals who share your interests.

This event is free but you will be required to buy food or drink before you can join us 🍭🍬🧁🍰🥤🧃- having water doesn't support the venue