Club de lectura árabe

## 🎤 Wednesday Night Karaoke Social @ PBR Cowboy Bar Columbus **Ready to break up your week with something actually fun?** This isn’t just karaoke—it’s a full-on social night where you can meet new people, grab a drink, and jump into the energy (on the mic or off). No pressure, no awkward vibes—just good music, a fun crowd, and a reason to get out on a Wednesday. ### 📅 Event Details **When:** Wednesday Nights **Time:** 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM **Where:** PBR Cowboy Bar + Smokehouse – Easton **Check-in:** Say *“PBR Meetup”* at the host stand to grab your wristband + unlock drink specials ### 🎶 What to Expect * 🎤 Karaoke kicks off at 7PM (whether you sing or just hype the crowd) * A lively, social group — perfect if you’re coming solo or bringing friends * A fun mix of music, drinks, and easy conversation * A low-pressure environment where everyone’s just there to have a good time *Pro tip: the later it gets, the more fun it gets 😏* ### 🍻 Meetup Perks (7PM–9PM) * $3 Domestic Draft – Miller Lite & Coors Light * $3 Well Liquor Cocktails * $4 Vizzy Seltzers * $5 Select Call Liquor – Tito’s, Bacardi, Tanqueray, Cazadores Reposado & Jack Daniels * $5 Select Shots – White Tea Shots & Fireball ### 👋 Good to Know * Come solo or roll in with friends — either way, you won’t feel out of place * 21+ after 9PM * Karaoke is optional… but once the crowd gets going, you might change your mind If you’ve been saying you need to get out more during the week—this is your sign. 🎶🍻

Welcome, readers! Our April read is **_Martyr!_ by Kaveh Akbar.** The story follows a young Iranian American poet grappling with grief, addiction, and the aching question of what makes a life meaningful. Drawn into an unexpected friendship with a terminally ill artist, he begins to confront faith, love, and the seduction of self-destruction. Lyrical, darkly funny, and emotionally piercing, the novel wrestles with beauty and despair in equal measure. It’s a story about longing—to be seen, to be forgiven, and to matter. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖

This month we’ll be reading Assassin’s Apprentice by Robin Hobb. Feel free to come even if you don’t finish the book!

Let’s meet and share our thoughts about Carson McCullers’ novella, The Ballad of The Sad Café.