Book discussions - Harford County Public Library

Aberdeen Morning Book Discussion

Thu, Aug 27, 10:15am - 11:30am

Aberdeen Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "Family of Spies" by Christine Kuehn.

Joppa Evening Book Discussion

Thu, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Joppa Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "Life: A Love Story" by Elizabeth Berg.

Joppa Afternoon Book Discussion

Tue, Sep 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Joppa Library - Joppa Room

Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library. Thank you to our sponsors: William G. Baker Jr. Memorial Fund, Baltimore County Commission on Arts and Sciences, Robert W. Deutsch Foundation,... more

Deep Discussions

Wed, Sep 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Abingdon Library - Meeting Room

This series will explore a single topic throughout the quarter, inviting you to engage with books, articles, movies, and other resources. We will meet each month, diving deeper into our subject with each discussion. This quarter, the topic is Becoming the USA. Bring your own books, talk to a librarian for ideas, or register to be emailed a list of resources!

Whiteford Whispering Pages

Wed, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Whiteford Library - Public Area

Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection.

Darlington Afternoon Book Discussion

Thu, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Darlington Library

Join us for a discussion of "This Book Made Me Think of You" by Libby Page. Each person attending must register prior to the program. If more than 8 are registered, this program will be held in the Deer Creek Conference Room at the Harford County Agricultural Center, located next door to the library.

Saturday Morning Book Discussion

Sat, Sep 05, 10:15am - 11:15am

Edgewood Library - Meeting Room 1

Books on Tap at Sean Bolan's

Tue, Sep 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sean Bolan's

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Sean Bolan's Irish Pub, 12 S Main St, Bel Air, MD 21014. This month's title is "Culpability" by Bruce Holsinger. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Jarrettsville Afternoon Book Discussion

Tue, Sep 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Jarrettsville Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "Theo of Golden" by Allen Levi.

Books on Tap at Sean Bolan's

Tue, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Sean Bolan's

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Norrisville Whispering Pages

Wed, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norrisville Library - Outside - Library Grounds

Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection.

Books on Tap at Abingdon Grill

Wed, Sep 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Abingdon Grill

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Abingdon Grill, 418 Constant Friendship Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009. This month's title is "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore.

Havre de Grace Books at the Center

Thu, Sep 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Havre de Grace Activity Center

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library. Thank you to our sponsors: William G. Baker Jr. Memorial Fund,... more

Books on Tap at Slate Farm Brewery

Fri, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Slate Farm Brewery

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Slate Farm Brewery, 2128 Whiteford Rd., Whiteford, MD 21160. This month's title is "Yesteryear" by Caro Claire Burke.

Darlington Whispering Pages-A Quiet Book Club

Tue, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Darlington Library - Outside - Library Grounds

A quiet time for relaxing, reading, and reflecting around the fireplace on Darlington's patio. Each person attending must register prior to the event.

Registration opens Tuesday, September 1 2026 at 9:00am

Whiteford Afternoon Book Discussion

Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whiteford Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "The Oracle's Daughter" by Harrison Hill.

Abingdon Afternoon Book Discussion

Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Abingdon Library - Meeting Room

Havre de Grace Evening Book Discussion

Wed, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Havre de Grace Library - Meeting Room A & B

Bel Air Nonfiction Book Discussion

Wed, Sep 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bel Air Library - Conference Room

Join us for a discussion of "A Walk in the Park: the True Story of a Spectacular Misadventure in the Grand Canyon" by Kevin Fedarko.

Fallston Books at the Center

Thu, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Chenowith Activity Center

Books on Tap at Harford Vineyard and Winery

Thu, Sep 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Harford Vineyard and Winery

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! 1311 Jarrettsville Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050. Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library. Thank you to our sponsors: William G. Baker Jr.... more

Magic Tree House® Book Club

Mon, Sep 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Fallston Library - Meeting Room

Join our monthly book club centered around a different book from the popular Magic Tree House® series! There will be a discussion followed by a craft that ties into the book. Supported by the Fallston Friends of Harford County

Edgewood Books at the Center

Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Edgewood Activity Center

Participants at least 55 years of age meet at the Edgewood Activity Center for a spirited book discussion. Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. Free copies of the 2026 OMOB selection will be available at all HCPL locations while supplies last. Please call your favorite branch to check on book availability. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library. Please call the Edgewood Activity... more

Abingdon Whispering Pages

Tue, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Abingdon Library - Public Area

Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection.

Bel Air Evening Book Discussion

Tue, Sep 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bel Air Library - Conference Room

Join us for a discussion of "The Guilt Pill" by Saumya Dave.

Aberdeen Morning Book Discussion

Thu, Sep 24, 10:15am - 11:30am

Aberdeen Library - Meeting Room

Joppa Evening Book Discussion

Thu, Sep 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Joppa Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "Buckeye" by Patrick Ryan.

Norrisville Morning Book Discussion

Mon, Sep 28, 10:30am - 11:30am

Norrisville Library - Meeting Room

Darlington Afternoon Book Discussion

Thu, Oct 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Darlington Library - Public Area

Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney. If more than 8 are interested in attending, this event will be held in the Deer Creek Conference Room at the Harford County Agricultural Center, located next door to the library.

Registration opens Thursday, September 17 2026 at 9:00am

Bel Air Books at the Center

Mon, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

McFaul Activity Center

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at McFaul Activity Center. Join us to discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney.

Joppa Afternoon Book Discussion

Tue, Oct 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Joppa Library - Joppa Room

Join us for a discussion of "The Sideways Life of Denny Voss" by Holly Kennedy.

Whiteford Whispering Pages

Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Whiteford Library - Public Area

Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection.

Havre de Grace Books at the Center

Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Havre de Grace Activity Center

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. Join us for a discussion of "Keeper of Lost Children" by Sadeqa Johnson.

Books on Tap at Slate Farm Brewery

Fri, Oct 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Slate Farm Brewery

Books on Tap at Sean Bolan's

Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sean Bolan's

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Sean Bolan's Irish Pub, 12 S Main St, Bel Air, MD 21014. This month's title is "The Buffalo Hunter Hunter" by Stephen Graham Jones. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Registration opens Tuesday, September 8 2026 at 9:00am

Jarrettsville Afternoon Book Discussion

Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Jarrettsville Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives" by Elizabeth Arnott.

Books on Tap at Sean Bolan's

Tue, Oct 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Sean Bolan's

Registration opens Tuesday, September 8 2026 at 9:00am

Whiteford Afternoon Book Discussion

Wed, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whiteford Library - Meeting Room

Norrisville Whispering Pages

Wed, Oct 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norrisville Library - Outside - Library Grounds

Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection.

Books on Tap at Abingdon Grill

Wed, Oct 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Abingdon Grill

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Abingdon Grill, 418 Constant Friendship Blvd, Abingdon, MD 21009. This month's title is "The Caretaker" by Marcus Kliewer.

Fallston Books at the Center

Thu, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Chenowith Activity Center

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "Heart the Lover" by Lily King. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.

Books On Tap at Harford Vineyard and Winery

Thu, Oct 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Harford Vineyard and Winery

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! 1311 Jarrettsville Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050. This month's title is “The Correspondent” by Virginia Evans.

Magic Tree House® Book Club

Mon, Oct 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Fallston Library - Meeting Room

Darlington Whispering Pages-A Quiet Book Club

Tue, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Darlington Library - Outside - Library Grounds

A quiet time for relaxing, reading, and reflecting around the fireplace on Darlington's patio. Each person attending must register prior to the event.

Registration opens Tuesday, October 6 2026 at 9:00am

Abingdon Afternoon Book Discussion

Wed, Oct 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Abingdon Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "Anatomy of an Alibi" by Ashley Elston.

Bel Air Nonfiction Book Discussion

Wed, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bel Air Library - Conference Room

Join us for a discussion of "Is a River Alive?" by Robert Macfarlane.

Aberdeen Morning Book Discussion

Thu, Oct 22, 10:15am - 11:30am

Aberdeen Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "My Brilliant Friend" by Elena Ferrante.

Joppa Evening Book Discussion

Thu, Oct 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Joppa Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "Kin" by Tayari Jones.

Norrisville Morning Book Discussion

Mon, Oct 26, 10:30am - 11:30am

Norrisville Library - Meeting Room

Please join us for a discussion of "Land: A Novel" by Maggie O'Farrell.

Edgewood Books at the Center

Tue, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Edgewood Activity Center

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Edgewood Activity Center. This month’s title is "The First Time I Saw Him" by Laura Dave. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.

Abingdon Whispering Pages

Tue, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Abingdon Library - Public Area

Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection.

Bel Air Evening Book Discussion

Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bel Air Library - Conference Room

Join us for a discussion of "And Back to You" by B.K. Borison.

Bel Air Books at the Center

Mon, Nov 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

McFaul Activity Center

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at McFaul Activity Center. This month’s titles are "The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse" and "Always Remember" by Charlie Mackesy.

Joppa Afternoon Book Discussion

Tue, Nov 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Joppa Library - Joppa Room

Join us for a discussion of "Mary Jane" by Jessica Anya Blau.

Harford Community College (HCC) One Maryland One Book

Wed, Nov 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Harford Community College

Discuss this year's One Maryland One Book selection, “No Sense in Wishing”, by Lawrence Burney in Edgewood Hall Rm 132 on the campus of HCC. HCC faculty, janice mahinka, will be giving a short presentation followed by a Q&A session and small group discussion. Light refreshments will be provided. Hosted by HCC Library and the HCC Dice (Diversity, Inclusion, Culture, and Equity) Committee. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library. Thank you to our... more

Whiteford Whispering Pages

Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Whiteford Library - Public Area

Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection.

Darlington Afternoon Book Discussion

Thu, Nov 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Darlington Library - Public Area

Join us for a discussion of "Theo of Golden" by Allen Levi. Each person attending must register prior to the program. If more than 8 are registered, this program will be held in the Deer Creek Conference Room at the Harford County Agricultural Center, located next door to the library.

Registration opens Thursday, October 22 2026 at 9:00am

Magic Tree House® Book Club

Mon, Nov 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Fallston Library - Meeting Room

Books on Tap at Sean Bolan's

Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Sean Bolan's

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Sean Bolan's Irish Pub, 12 S Main St, Bel Air, MD 21014. This month's title is "Razorblade Tears" by S.A. Cosby. Each person attending must register prior to the program.

Registration opens Tuesday, October 13 2026 at 9:00am

Jarrettsville Afternoon Book Discussion

Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Jarrettsville Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail" by Cheryl Strayed.

Books on Tap at Sean Bolan's

Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Sean Bolan's

Registration opens Tuesday, October 13 2026 at 9:00am

Havre de Grace Books at the Center

Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Havre de Grace Activity Center

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. Join us for a discussion of "West with Giraffes" by Lynda Rutledge.

Books on Tap at Slate Farm Brewery

Fri, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Slate Farm Brewery

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! Slate Farm Brewery, 2128 Whiteford Rd., Whiteford, MD 21160. This month's title is "Half His Age" by Jennette McCurdy .

Whiteford Afternoon Book Discussion

Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Whiteford Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "The Heir Apparent" by Rebecca Armitage.

Abingdon Afternoon Book Discussion

Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Abingdon Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "The Correspondent" by Virginia Evans.

Norrisville Whispering Pages

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Norrisville Library - Public Area

Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection.

Havre de Grace Evening Book Discussion

Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Havre de Grace Library - Meeting Room A & B

Join us for a discussion of "The Correspondent" by Virginia Evans.

Bel Air Nonfiction Book Discussion

Wed, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bel Air Library - Conference Room

Join us for a discussion of Genetics. Read any nonfiction book on the topic and come share what you discovered with the group. Suggested titles include "The Catalyst: RNA and the Quest to Unlock Life's Deepest Secrets" by Thomas Cech and "The Code Breaker" by Walter Isaacson.

Aberdeen Morning Book Discussion

Thu, Nov 19, 10:15am - 11:30am

Aberdeen Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife" by Anna Johnston.

Fallston Books at the Center

Thu, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Chenowith Activity Center

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion. This month's title is "The Blue Hour" by Paula Hawkins. Please call the Chenowith Activity Center at 410-638-3260 to register.

Books on Tap at Harford Vineyard and Winery

Thu, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Harford Vineyard and Winery

Bold titles, Refreshing talk! Everyone's welcome! 1311 Jarrettsville Rd, Forest Hill, MD 21050. This month's title is “Dear Debbie” by Freida McFadden.

Joppa Evening Book Discussion

Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Joppa Library - Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of "When the Cranes Fly South" by Lisa Ridzén.

Norrisville Morning Book Discussion

Mon, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:30am

Norrisville Library - Meeting Room

Please join us for a discussion of "Whistler: A Novel" by Ann Patchett.

Edgewood Books at the Center

Tue, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:30am

Edgewood Activity Center

Participants at least 55 years of age meet for a spirited book discussion at the Edgewood Activity Center. This month’s title is "The Names" by Florence Knapp. Please call the Edgewood Activity Center at 410-612-1622 for more details.

Abingdon Whispering Pages

Tue, Nov 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Abingdon Library - Public Area

Unwind with a cozy hour of quiet reading and good company at our Quiet Book Club—no assigned books, just bring whatever you're reading or check a book out from our collection.

Bel Air Evening Book Discussion

Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Bel Air Library - Conference Room

Join us for a discussion of "Good Neighbors" by Sarah Langan.

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