Oklahoma city events designer lindsay gibson shares her ideas for a book club table setting. Atonement, ian mcewan serve high tea and transport your book group to prewwii england and the large country estate of the tallis family. I served on the social committee, welcome committee and created our quarterly newsletter the fun stuff. Being in a book club is a great way to exchange ideas and mingle with people. Instead of a dinner, moms may prefer to meet in the middle of the afternoon. Weve got great ideas for organizing a book club meeting tips on how to lead a book discussion and good book club etiquette. Since everything was very hushhush for my party, the invitations all happened through whispers and email, but i did find some very cute library book cardthemed invites, like these or these or these. Youre going to want to bookmark this list sienna livermore contributing editor sienna livermore is a contributing editor at and. Want to start a book club, but not sure where to start.
Need book club ideas to energize or make your book club more fun. Pair your valentine book party with a true story or classic novel suggestions also below. Or, check out more club and group gathering invitations. We had an awesome christmas book exchange on december 2. April is the next to discuss, the great gatsby and the story of edgar sawtelle. Book exchange or book club party a book club themed party. Bloggers zandra and karen june, the team behind the blog little yellow couch, host a libraryinspired book club gathering with plenty of vintage touches. Host a modern book club party your friends will love the. Book club ideas to breathe new life into your book club. Surprise someone outside your book club with a gift of a book that you and your group read over the past year and really loved. Go ahead and take that train ride in disguise with your adult history book club, or pass secret notes at the coffee house without anyone seeing with other grownups of your spy novel club.
Apr 02, 2014 book club aka read between the wines were coming up on the last meeting of the year and i wanted to share some ideas that have kept our book club thriving. Get your book loving friends together, and throw a book club party. Themed book group ideas, book club meeting ideas, unique books club. We might even make some of these to decorate our own houses.
Cook the books dinner party book club party catch my party. The invite for this birthday luncheon at arena stage in washington. Jul 20, 2017 i am new to the book club, the party by robyn harding is the first book sent out to me to read and i wasnt disappointed. Budget was tight, but because of the nature of the party was able to do all the decorations for pretty much nothing. Literary book decor, a surprising theme, cocktails of course, and even a book swap or a donation bin celebrate the true spirit of the month. Be it oprahs latest pick, a spicy new thriller or a celeb memoir bound to spur an invigorating debate, book clubs have long been a fantastic excuse to get friends together for good food, fun drinks and enlightening discussion about something other than our kids or jobs if its your turn to host, youll love these creative ideas that can make your book club party a real pageturner. Book club ideas party themes and ideas country living magazine. A modern twist on a book club party, one that is much more relaxed and takes the pressure off entirely. I thought narrowing the field might help so i brainstormed some monthly book club theme ideas. Of course, you will also discuss the latest book you are reading, but if that is all you do your meetings will soon become boring. Youll also find printable book club questions at the end of this post to bring to. Psychological thrillers make great book ideas for book club.
Use this list of book club menus for ideas or search for specific themes or cuisines. If its your turn to host, youll love these creative ideas that can make your book club party a real pageturner. Youre meeting new people, reading new books, talking about stories and authors for hours. Some of my favs were individual meat loaves, salad and individual chocolate lava cakes, a makeyourown taco bar and pitcher of margaritas, a platter of beautiful cheeses and crusty breads. Go around the group and discuss your favorite holiday title and why it has meaning for you. To keep everyone looking forward to the next book club party. Choose any of these delicious supper club menus and download our supper club playlist to make your party last. Where the crawdads sing by delia owens, all the light we cannot see by anthony doerr, educated by tara westover, eleano. How to plan the best book club party ever taste of home. This book club tea party is so easy to do and you now you have one more reason to.
No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Are you looking for fun ideas for your book club like food or themes. Here weve laid out every trick in the book, making this one super fun and easy party to throw. You could either create a book club entirely around a single theme, or use themes to narrow your focus for each month. About four years ago i was a member of our hoa board. Lipton tea has the best tea flavors, so i knew it would go perfectly with my party. Many clubs meets at a restaurant but i prefer the formula where you meet at someones home.
Book theme party book club party ideas bite me more. Book party ideas come dressed up in your festive pajamas, a book club favorite, a red and green theme or wear ugly holiday sweaters. If possible, bring a copy of the book to share with your fellow group members. When cynthia joined the book club in 2000, she experienced every book club members worst nightmare her first book choice was a flop and bad enough to make her worst list. Send them home with a reading log and agree to meet monthly and talk about a chosen book. Harry potter and the halfblood prince book club ideas. Since my little one just turned one and doesnt yet have a say in her birthday party theme, i picked. Eons ago i worked at the now defunct borders books and cafe.
Harry potter and the halfblood prince book club ideas harry potter and the halfblood prince is my absolute favorite book in the harry potter series and i was thrilled when i. Mar 31, 2014 vintage meets modern in these clever and crafty librarianinspired book club party ideas created by zandra and karen june, of the blog little yellow couch. Tea enhanced scones, anglaise, meringues, and a cocktail. Vintage meets modern in these clever and crafty librarianinspired book club party ideas created by zandra and karen june, of the blog little. Fun printables for a kids book club skip to my lou. Here you will find listed a good list to help you start thinking about your own book club name. Popular book club ideas books goodreads share book. Here, we assembled our own easy hors doeuvres and appetizer recipes so you can pick and choose what fits your palate and preferences. You are an important part of mine, set the tone for the event. Does someone have an idea about having a party in a night club. Ive found that the best book club discussion questions are ones that are openended and that get people to share their personal opinions. Host a book club party for the books with our planning tips, from creating the club to keeping the conversation flowing. See more ideas about book club parties, food presentation and food. Make sure your book club feels like an event, and build in other traditions around it.
If this is the case, i gathered snack ideas that will position your afternoon party as. Whether your book club is a few close friends or a larger group, hosting a book club party still takes some amount of planning. How to host a vintage librarythemed party book riot. A wine and hors doeuvres book party bring your favorite bottle of pinot noir or appetizer and for more of a bookish flare apply our ideas for diy wine labels see below. This book exchange party has some good ideas, including a retro catalog card invite freebie see more. Its something that seems completely daunting, even for those of us who absolutely love to read. Here are 7 retirement party ideas for what to do at the party. Chandler has been a member of a bunch of them and has some tips for you and your book club. Sep 07, 2010 our book club dinners are all about the food. Scroll on to find genius ideas thatll make sure your book club party is a story for the ages. Book club parties are a good way to get friends together and have great discussion over appetizers, drinks, or brunch.
The setting to the book club party should depend on the book. Mar 27, 2014 we love a party with a personal touch. So this bookthemed party from new york city event designer david stark, struck just the right chord. Another question to ask might be what actors should star in a movie or which was their favorite character and why. A natural history of love and loss by margaret renkl, the m. At your first book club meeting, or whenever new people join your reading group, its good to spend a bit of time getting to know each other. Book club tea party fun times are bound to ensue at your next book club when you turn it into a tea party. I wanted to blog about it in case anyone wants some fun ideas for their book club. The cutest book club party ideas ever country living. Gummy worms labeled for your little bookworms activities games. Celebrate retirement with these retirement party ideas. Visit the sweetest occasion for party ideas, entertaining tips and more. This would be perfect to tweak and make into a birthday party or even a bridal shower.
The menu a little food and wine set the right tone for the evening. Jun 21, 2018 a retirement party is the opportunity to celebrate the retirees past accomplishments as well as their future endeavors. Book club ideas book club books, book club food, book. Impress your friends with a super cool modern book club party. Get your book club together with a free or premium online invitations. Mar 30, 2016 first of all, youre going to need some invitations. Join me as i share homemaking and lifestyle solutions that make. However, be careful of letting your common sense tell you any of the book club ideas are too youthful for grownup book clubs, if thats what youre dealing with. Check out these 19 book club ideas you and your friends will love, from back to school to trophy life and. This book is a great read about a wealthy seemingly perfect family consisting of kim and jeff and their two teenage children hannah and aidan. Book club party inspirations lots of fabulous ideas for hosting a book club party or maybe even a book exchange get creative with your book loving friends. A bestselling book theme party heres a novel idea ditch the electronics and throw a book theme party.
We partnered with italian winery ecco domani our better than ever book club party planning committee cochair to start you off. Ive got some fun and innovative book club ideas to get you going, inspire you and help you keep it fun. More than just a mystery novel or horror story, psychological thrillers often put you into the unstable mind and emotional state of the characters. Youll love these tips for fun parties, such as a white elephant gift exchange, a hot chocolate party, a treetrimming party, and more, plus click the links around the site to help you plan the party details. But the problem is, i cant think of any good ideas to write about. Read more about childrens book themed birthday party. Make your book club evening even more special by preparing a menu that carries out the theme of your book. We love these book club discussion questions for the candymakers by wendy mass and this sweet and easy party menu. Your complete guide to planning a book club gathering for girls. Mar 06, 2017 in my monthly book club, we often have a hard time selecting our next book because there are so many to choose from. If you are starting a book club yourself, you may need some ideas for creating a fun group that people will come back to time after time.
This post is sponsored by i love ice cream cakes, all thoughts and opinions are our own. Feb 08, 2016 starting or joining a book club is initially exciting. The best childrens book club party begins with the perfect book. We talked about our book of the month, but there was a quiz on hand and lots of eating.
Book party ideas and inspiration for library and reading themed celebrations. The party should therefore reflect these endeavors. In general, appetizers and smallbite foods are good choices for a book club. Jul 31, 2019 makeahead hors doeuvres not only help you plan, strategize, and work in advance, they let you really enjoy the event youve worked so hard to bring together.
Book club ideas that will totally impress your friends. Sometimes the book s theme or the era or setting in which the action takes place can help determine the menu. Here are some neat ideas for your next meeting see more ideas. Mar 17, 2016 read the suggestions for super fast and easy book club snacks discussion from the chowhound home cooking, appetizer food community. Before summer break officially started, i wanted to have a few girlfriends over for a book club tea party. How to host a book swap party one good thing by jillee. Suggestions for super fast and easy book club snacks home.
The host of the next book club will pick one from the list. If you missed it last week, i shared the cook the booksthemed potluck dinner i hosted for my book club here. Games to break the ice at book discussion groups and other. If you do not have a volunteer to host then enjoy the same festive literary ideas in a restaurant or your choice of venue to celebrate one of the best book clubs of the year.
Since 2011, ive been dedicated to making one good thing by jillee a reliable and trustworthy resource for modern homemakers navigating the everyday challenges of running a household. Instilling a lifelong love of reading is both my job as a mama and my job as a teacher, and as a result, books are everywhere both in my home and in my classroom. But i think the christmas party is my very favorite book club thursday, and we try our best to do it right. Childrens book themed birthday party refresh living. Now that you have all these amazing printables how about throwing a summer kids book club party. Get ready for the holiday season with these easy christmas party ideas.
Dec 14, 2012 posts about christmas party written by broadened horizons. Book clubs are a great way to get friends to gather on a regular basis. Vinepair staff with constant emails, texting, ringing and pinging, theres nothing like pressing pause and curling up with a good book. Giggleberry s birthday library surprise library party at catch my party a book club party.
Kids can come and make their very own reading banner and monster bookmarks. It was the resurrection of joseph bourne by jack hodgins. If youre ready to start a book club, heres 40 of the best book club questions, for fiction and nonfiction alike. Its an ordinary club, this time im the one who is having a party and i want it to be fun. Great book decor for a book swap, book club meeting, book baby shower, etc. Getting it together enough to read an assigned book in a set timeframe. During book club meetings there is a fair amount of socializing and having a good time. Each club sets its own formula for organizing the meeting. For those wanting to start up their own book club, here is a catalog of book club names used across the nation to help fuel your inspiration. A complete joy book club a novel idea afterthoughts book club as the page turns babes in bookland babes with books bad girls book club better than therapy book club between friends literary group between. Vintage meets modern in these clever and crafty librarianinspired book club party ideas created by zandra and karen june, of the blog little yellow couch.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Mar 26, 2015 8 book club ideas for a successful gathering, because you can make it actually work, i swear. Humorous or light book topics deserve a more festive setting with balloons and music. Check out my post on how to start a book club, a roundup of beach reads to read right now, how to make more time to read, and even a delicious and delightful book club party kit for my latest novel. Book club ideas kid through adult great group activities. You may not know this but i host a book club in my neighborhood. This can be as simple as going around the group taking it in turns to introduce yourself and saying what you like to read and what youre looking forward to about the book club if youre new or what you like about the club if youre an established. Liven up your book club meetings by playing a quick game or two when your members first arrive.
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