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**Our May novel is: *The Quiet Librarian* by Allen Eskens** **This month’s book is set in the 20th century and mixes historical fiction with suspense and thriller elements. It also centers on women’s stories and relationships. The novel is 368 pages in print or 8 hours and 12 minutes on audiobook.** Hana Babic is a quiet, middle-aged librarian in Minnesota who wants nothing more than to be left alone. But when a detective arrives with the news that her best friend has been murdered, Hana knows that something evil has come for her, a dark remnant of the past she and her friend had shared. Thirty years before, Hana was someone else: Nura Divjak, a teenager growing up in the mountains of war-torn Bosnia—until Serbian soldiers arrived to slaughter her entire family before her eyes. The events of that day thrust Nura into the war, leading her to join a band of militia fighters, where she became not only a fierce warrior but a legend—the deadly Night Mora. But a shattering final act forced Nura to flee to the United States with a bounty on her head\*\*.\*\*

Join us as we get together to see the top-reviewed comedy-drama, I LOVE BOOSTERS! The film comes from writer/director Boots Riley and follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. Here are details, trailers and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. It is written/directed by Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You) and stars Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Poppy Liu, Eiza González, LaKeith Stanfield, Will Poulter, Don Cheadle, and Demi Moore. BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: I Love Boosters was the opening film at this year’s SXSW Festival and premiered to rave reviews! It is currently earning a tremendous 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it, “an unexpected celebration of friendship, community, and solidarity.” Others call the film “an exercise in radical empathy,” a “masterful” and “optimistic” film designed to “provoke discussion” while making the audience laugh. TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c) SUMMER OF ICE CREAM: GRAETER’S! Established way back in 1870 in Cincinnati, this historic, family-owned brand is famous for their delicious small batch ice cream and any chocolate chunk flavors! They are currently the only commercial ice cream maker using the French Pot method that they’ve been using since they first opened! Plus, those chocolate chunks, oh my goodness! Vegan options are available. PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but Showtime and complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves. The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate. 730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves 830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate) 15 for One Class 20 for Both Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space. Viva Dance Columbus 2809 Festival Lane Dublin OH 43017

**💗 Live Video Speed Dating for Richmond Locals Live — Personality First** The format means you'll be guided through guided one-on-one video rounds with age-matched personality-sorted Richmond locals, while a host ensures nothing feels forced. When you sign up, a personality questionnaire is built into the sign-up — the results from that questionnaire to pair you intelligently with Richmond locals, making every round feel more natural from the first minute. Post-event, match notifications go to both parties — with nothing shared unless both parties agreed — and there is no pressure on timing. **Your age group is your key — pick it below:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=537.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Richmond&groupurlname=bloom-with-genuine-peers-through-events&ar=18-32&face_v=3.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=537.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Richmond&groupurlname=bloom-with-genuine-peers-through-events&ar=30-46&face_v=3.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=537.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Richmond&groupurlname=bloom-with-genuine-peers-through-events&ar=40-58&face_v=3.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=537.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Richmond&groupurlname=bloom-with-genuine-peers-through-events&ar=55+&face_v=3.0) **⚠️ RSVP is not enough:** An rsvp here alone does not secure your place, so select your bracket link, complete the registration form, and finish the personality quiz — capacity is restricted so act soon, and that combination is your actual confirmation. --- **About the Event** - **Format:** Real-time on a dedicated Zoom session with short one-on-one video rounds, compatibility-matched within your age range. - **Host:** A seasoned host guides every round from start to finish, giving you the space to just enjoy the conversation — from start to finish your only job is to have good conversations. - **Vibe:** Casual Zoom date rounds with genuine Richmond singles, and it never feels forced or awkward. - **Duration:** Around an hour to 90 minutes from first round to last, and the pacing keeps it fresh throughout. **This is for you if:** - Women and men living in Richmond bored of app fatigue and empty match queues and prefer structure over ambiguity. - Residents within Richmond who have given up on the app treadmill that goes in circles and want to meet real locals without the faff. - Returners in Richmond leaving behind profiles instead of real people and prefer meeting people in person first. - Residents around Richmond moving beyond digital dating that never converts to anything real and are ready for a genuine first impression. - People from the Richmond area looking beyond apps that waste evenings for no return and want to talk to real people tonight. **What to expect** 1. **Lock in your place** – through your age range link above, then fill in the personality matching questionnaire, since your spot is held only once this is done. 2. **Get online** – at the event start time via your Zoom link, works on any modern device with a camera, and everything from that point is handled by the host. 3. **Chat** – quick private video rounds with personality-matched Richmond locals in your group, while the host runs the clock so you can focus on the conversation, knowing the matching already happened before you got on Zoom. 4. **Get your match notifications** – after the night mutual match results are sent to both parties, as your data only goes to someone who matched you back, and you follow up at your own speed from there. ⭐ *"The format is brilliant — real conversations with real people"* – anonymous Richmond attendee 💡 **Before the event:** connect via wired internet if that is an option, which means you can focus entirely on the conversation, since it only takes five minutes and makes everything smoother. --- ✨ Meet Richmond people tonight from home — grab your spot above and we will have you matched and ready for this session. The rounds are better than you think. 💖 ✨

IMPORTANT INFO: I strongly suggest not reading anything about it online before seeing it. It's best viewed with no previous knowledge. This documentary contains crude terminology and deals with cyberbullying, which may be a trigger for some folks. AGAIN, PLEASE DO NOT EVEN READ ABOUT IT BEFORE YOU SEE IT. A very unusual choice for his group... Unknown Number: High School Catfish is an American [true crime](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/True_crime "True crime") documentary film directed by [Skye Borgman](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skye_Borgman "Skye Borgman") and released to [streaming](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Streaming_media "Streaming media") on [Netflix](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Netflix "Netflix") on August 29, 2025. The documentary explores the events and investigation into an unknown person [cyberbully](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyberbullying "Cyberbullying") and [harassing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harassment "Harassment") teenagers in [Beal City, Michigan](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beal_City,_Michigan "Beal City, Michigan") using an unknown number via insults and sexual claims. It also explores the increasingly great impact of the harassment on the community, the eventual reveal of the culprit, and the trial that followed. Please be ready to discuss the movie by 7PM. We suggest arriving early enough to order and get food beforehand. Thanks. Unfortunately, it is only available on Netflix. If you would like to attend but do not have Netflix, say so and maybe we can figure something out.

Who’s up for a fun night out? Get your boots on, grab your cowboy hat, and let’s have some fun! Thinking about checking out PBR Cowboy Bar & Smokehouse for a lively evening to unwind, connect, and enjoy the night together. • Lively atmosphere with country vibes • Delicious food + drinks • Music, dancing, and lots of laughs • Great conversation and new connections