About us
Welcome to our Eclectic Wine and Cheese Book Club Meetup!
Do you like the idea of being a part of a community of open-hearted people (who are very real and sometimes forget to read the book)?
Our book club started so we could connect with others who have an appreciation for books that are absurd, sublime, life-changing, side-splitting, exotic, erotic, terrifying, thoughtful, heart-pounding, and far flung. We also happen to blend our love for literature with a little wine and cheese during our meet ups!
Whether you are a connoisseur or a beginner, all levels of wine, cheese, and book enthusiasts are welcome to connect and have a great time together! Cheers to delightful tastings and enriching conversations!
Upcoming events
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Flower Power - Ikebana Edition!
DTL - Down The Line Sports Center, 4311 Ravensworth Road, Annandale, VA, US*** You must register with DTL to join this event in the Premier Lounge. Link to register is here ***
Registration is $25 for DTL members and $30 for all others.
Dive into the enchanting world of ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement that celebrates simplicity, harmony, and the beauty of nature. In this vibrant class, you'll learn to create stunning designs that reflect your personal style.
Led by a certified instructor, you'll explore the principles of balance and line as you arrange fresh blooms. Whether you're a novice or just looking to brush up on your skills, this class is the perfect way to unleash your creativity!
What's included:
- All flowers, kenzan and vases provided.
- Step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor
- A fun, relaxed atmosphere to explore your artistic side.Grab a friend and enjoy a delightful evening filled with laughter, learning, and, of course, beautiful flowers!
Don't miss out on this chance to bring a little zen into your life!
6 attendees
Wine, Cheese and Preston & Child's Horror Thriller "Relic" (Pendergast #1)
Janice’s Place, 8495 Accotink Road,, Lorton, VA, USWe invite you to an engaging evening of wine, cheese and lively conversation around NYT Bestseller Relic, a horror novel and techno-thriller by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child about a series of brutal murders at the New York Museum of Natural History just before a major exhibition opens. The killings are blamed on a prehistoric, beast-like creature from the Amazon that has a connection to the museum's new exhibition. Museum researcher Margo Green must team up with FBI agent Pendergast to find out what the creature is and how to stop it before the killer strikes again.
From Goodreads:
Just days before a massive exhibition opens at the popular New York Museum of Natural History, visitors are being savagely murdered in the museum's dark hallways and secret rooms. Autopsies indicate that the killer cannot be human...
But the museum's directors plan to go ahead with a big bash to celebrate the new exhibition, in spite of the murders.
Museum researcher Margo Green must find out who—or what—is doing the killing. But can she do it in time to stop the massacre?
As always, please feel free to join even if you have not finished the book - no stress :-)
All attendees are asked to please bring one of the following:
- A bottle of wine
- Cheese and Crackers
- An alternate beverage or nosh of your choice
Host will provide glasses, wine opener, plates & napkins.
To enhance the opportunity for great conversation, we would like to keep the group small. Please feel free to sign-up to meet us along with up to 2 friends.
📚 Exciting Updates for 2026 Book Club! 📚
Starting in January 2026, we’ll be implementing a new system for book recommendations that will make our reading selections even more collaborative and engaging!
Book Recommendations:
From January through October, members can submit book recommendations at each meeting, via email, text or Meetup DM.
All suggestions will be added to a shared Google Sheet, which will include links to Goodreads and other pertinent information for each book.
LINK to 2027 BOOK LIST
Voting for 2027 Reads:
Our voting for next year’s book selections will take place during the November 2026 meeting. Members in attendance will have the opportunity to cast 12 votes for their favorite picks. If you’re unable to attend the November meeting, you can still participate! Simply submit 6 votes via email, text, or DM through Meetup before the start of the November meeting.
Announcement of Selections:
The chosen books for 2027 will be revealed at the end of the November meeting.
We’re excited about this new process and can’t wait to see the amazing book recommendations you all have! 📖✨PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE COMMITTED TO ATTEND WHEN YOU RSVP FOR THIS EVENT. We ask that ALL folks honor their RSVP. If you are unable to attend after sending in a YES, please update your status so that others may join us. In the event you do not communicate and are a no-show, your ability to RSVP for future events will be restricted. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
If you are unable to join us in May, we hope you'll remain interested and join us for an evening in the future. Looking forward to wine & cheese with you soon - happy reading!
15 attendees
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