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SUMMARY:"Our Earth" Book Discussion Club
DESCRIPTION:Come\, share your ideas and learn more about environmental topics in this space for thoughtful exchange\, around fiction and non-fiction books. This month’s selection is What we owe the future\, by William MacAskill.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/our-earth-book-discussion-club-6/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T150000
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SUMMARY:Page by Page: A History of the Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:The Connie Morella Library has been a staple of the Bethesda community since it was first established in 1931. Join us as Hank Levine\, Secretary of the Bethesda Historical Society\, guides us through all the changes that have happened since!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/page-by-page-a-history-of-connie-morella-library/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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SUMMARY:Mystery Book Club at Connie Morellla
DESCRIPTION:Come join the Connie Morella Mystery book club! We will be reading mysteries\, thrillers and whodunits together every month. This June\, we will be discussing We Would Never by Tova Mirvis.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/mystery-book-club-at-connie-morellla/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T110000
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SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T110000
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SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T110000
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SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T110000
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SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T110000
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SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-07-29/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T110000
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SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T110000
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CREATED:20250930T182144Z
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SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T103000
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SUMMARY:Bethesda Reads Book Discussion Club: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store
DESCRIPTION:Interested in joining? The Book Club meets the second Thursday of each month from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. The book chosen for this month’s discussion is The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride. This novel is a blend of historical fiction\, mystery\, and literary fiction. It begins in 1972 Pottstown\, Pennsylvania\, with the discovery of a skeleton in a well\, which unravels the secrets of the town’s diverse “Chicken Hill” neighborhood. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCopies of this book will be available at the check out desk\, while supplies last.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/bethesda-reads-book-discussion-club-heaven-and-earth-grocery-store/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T120000
DTSTAMP:20250930T182144Z
CREATED:20250930T182144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T182144Z
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SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T120000
DTSTAMP:20250930T182144Z
CREATED:20250930T182144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T182144Z
UID:10000728-1787742000-1787745600@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T120000
DTSTAMP:20250930T182144Z
CREATED:20250930T182144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T182144Z
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SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T170000
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SUMMARY:Hunger Action Month Reading & Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:EC Poetry and Prose\, The Writer’s Center\, Poet Lore\, and Poetry x Hunger are partnering to raise funds in honor of Hunger Action Month! \nEach September\, Hunger Action Month unites millions to raise awareness and provide nutritious food to neighbors facing hunger. Join us at The Writer’s Center on September 12th\, 2026 at 2pm for a reading of writers against hunger. \n100% of your donation goes directly to the Maryland Food Bank helping hungry children\, working families\, older adults\, and Maryland’s Under-resourced Communities throughout the state. \nFREE & open to the public. RSVP below.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/hunger-action-month-reading-open-mic/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T120000
DTSTAMP:20250930T182144Z
CREATED:20250930T182144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T182144Z
UID:10000730-1788951600-1788955200@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260909T144413Z
CREATED:20260909T144413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T144413Z
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SUMMARY:Beth Heller Gelles - Crazy for College: The Stories\, The Secrets\, & The Shot of Sanity You Need to Make It Through Admissions
DESCRIPTION:Veteran college admissions advisor Beth Heller Gelles discusses her new book\, Crazy for College: The Stories\, The Secrets\, & The Shot of Sanity You Need to Make It Through Admissions\, an honest\, behind-the-scenes look at how the modern college search and application process actually works.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/beth-heller-gelles-crazy-for-college-stories-secrets-shot-of-sanity-you-need-to-make-it-through-admissions/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260909T184041Z
CREATED:20260909T184041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T184041Z
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SUMMARY:Inner Loop Author’s Corner w/ Hasan Dudar!
DESCRIPTION:The Inner Loop and The Writer’s Center present a FREE virtual chat about the craft of fiction! We’re joined by Hasan Dudar\, author of the short story collection Carryout. Hasan is in conversation with author Madeleine Moss. \nCarryout is The Inner Loop’s Author’s Corner spotlight. The Inner Loop cultivates and promotes the distinctive literary culture of Washington\, DC. Author’s Corner supports local authors’ independently published books by spotlighting them in community programming and collaborations. RSVP at the link for Zoom information.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/inner-loop-authors-corner-w-hasan-dudar/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T193000
DTSTAMP:20260909T144631Z
CREATED:20260909T144631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T144631Z
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SUMMARY:Gemma Correll - Anxietyland
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we welcome award-winning cartoonist\, author\, and illustrator Gemma Correll\, who will discuss her graphic memoir\, Anxietyland\, an honest and surprisingly funny look at her lifelong experience with anxiety and depression. Her book explores the idea that there is no linear path through Anxietyland and no cure-all\, but there are ways to feel better if you keep trying to move forward.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/gemma-correll-anxietyland/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260909T144806Z
CREATED:20260909T144806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T144806Z
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SUMMARY:Romantasy Book Club - Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett
DESCRIPTION:The Romantasy Book Club will discuss Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett\, the first book in a series that follows a brilliant but reclusive professor who travels to a remote village to study its faeries\, only to find herself drawn into a world of secrets\, magic\, and an unexpected romance. All are welcome! Be sure to visit the Book Clubs tab for sign-up information.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/romantasy-book-club-emily-wildes-encyclopaedia-of-faeries-by-heather-fawcett/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T203000
DTSTAMP:20260909T184638Z
CREATED:20260909T184638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T184638Z
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SUMMARY:Cafe Muse Literary Salon
DESCRIPTION:The Writer’s Center welcomes the Café Muse Literary Salon for a reading featuring writers  Luther Jett and Julia Kolchinsky. The evening begins at 7 PM with Michael Davis live on classical guitar. The readings begin at 7:30 PM with opening remarks by a Café Muse co-host. \nFREE & open to the public. RSVP on the Cafe Muse Website.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/cafe-muse-literary-salon/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260909T145109Z
CREATED:20260909T145109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T145109Z
UID:10002122-1789498800-1789502400@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Lily Qi - Elected American: From Red China to Blue Maryland
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with author and Maryland State Delegate representing Montgomery County\, Lily Qi\, who will discuss her new memoir\, Elected American: From Red China to Blue Maryland\, about her journey from Chairman Mao’s Cultural Revolution to the Maryland State House and her cultural community’s political awakening through her stormy first campaign. Qi brings a rare cross-system perspective to American politics and modern-day Asian American identity. In conversation with Ariana Kelly\, former Maryland State Senator and currently the Executive Director of the Maryland Commission for Women.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/lily-qi-elected-american-from-red-china-to-blue-maryland/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T120000
DTSTAMP:20250930T182144Z
CREATED:20250930T182144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T182144Z
UID:10000731-1789556400-1789560000@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T203000
DTSTAMP:20260909T145229Z
CREATED:20260909T145229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T145229Z
UID:10002123-1789585200-1789590600@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Mimi Montgomery - Murder Bites
DESCRIPTION:Axios D.C. reporter Mimi Montgomery will discuss her new dog-centric murder mystery novel\, Murder Bites\, with Alisha Ramos\, author of the Downtime Substack. \nThis offsite event\, “Books & Barks\,” is a special meeting of the Axios D.C. book club that will be held at the Logan Circle dog bar Dog Daze Social Club. Bring your dog\, and have a drink on Axios D.C. while their tab lasts! The event is free\, and Wonderland Books will have copies of Murder Bites for sale.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/mimi-montgomery-murder-bites/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260909T145610Z
CREATED:20260909T145610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T145610Z
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SUMMARY:Michelle Brafman - Draw Near to Me
DESCRIPTION:Author Michelle Brafman discusses her latest novel\, Draw Near to Me\, the sequel to Swimming with Ghosts\, about the discovery of a devastating secret that brings a family to the brink of collapse and the emotional and spiritual work it takes to find true healing and forgiveness. In conversation with Becky Meloan\, founder of the What’s Our Next Book Substack and former Book World writer at The Washington Post.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/michelle-brafman-draw-near-to-me/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260909T185346Z
CREATED:20260909T185346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T185346Z
UID:10002148-1789671600-1789675200@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Craft Chat on Fiction w/ Bret Anthony Johnston
DESCRIPTION:The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual chat about the craft of fiction! We’re joined by author Bret Anthony Johnston for a discussion of his new collection\, Encounters with Unexpected Animals. Bret is in conversation with Varun​ Gauri\, novelist and Board member at The Writer’s Center. \nRSVP below to receive login information (our virtual events are held via Zoom). FREE and open to the public\, all times Eastern \nWe encourage you to order a copy of the book from your local\, independent bookseller or online from Bookshop.org »
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/virtual-craft-chat-on-fiction-w-bret-anthony-johnston/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T203000
DTSTAMP:20260909T185627Z
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SUMMARY:Mark Farrington Book Release
DESCRIPTION:The Writer’s Center welcomes writer and longtime Johns Hopkins professor Mark Farrington for a reading from his new novel LOSS OF LIFE and discussion of fiction techniques with former student and author Michelle Brafman. \nFREE & open to the public. RSVP below.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/mark-farrington-book-release/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T120000
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SUMMARY:Dara Levan - Shaken to the Core
DESCRIPTION:Author Dara Levan will be in the store to sign copies of her new novel\, Shaken to the Core\, an uplifting story of hope amid heartbreak that explores motherhood\, chosen family\, and “how love\, even in its absence\, continues to transform us.”
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/dara-levan-shaken-to-core/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T200000
DTSTAMP:20260909T182641Z
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SUMMARY:Mystery/Thriller Book Club - Best Offer Wins by Marisa Kashino
DESCRIPTION:The Mystery/Thriller Book Club will meet to discuss the novel Best Offer Wins by Marisa Kashino\, a darkly humorous thriller and an exploration of class\, ambition\, and the modern housing crisis that asks: how far would you go for the house of your dreams? All are welcome! Please visit the Book Clubs page for sign-up information.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/mystery-thriller-book-club-best-offer-wins-by-marisa-kashino/
LOCATION:Wonderland Books\, 7920B Norfolk Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T120000
DTSTAMP:20250930T182144Z
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SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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