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Parent/Child Book Club: The Sherlock Society

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
School Age

Ages 8-11. Registration required. 

In July, Parent/Child Book Club will discuss the novel The Sherlock Society by James Ponti.

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Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Club
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Ages 8-11. Registration required. 

In July, Parent/Child Book Club will discuss the novel The Sherlock Society by James Ponti.

About the program

Share the love of reading! Parent/Child Book Club is for kids ages 8-11 and their parents/caregivers. Each month, we will discuss a novel and enjoy activities and snacks related to the book. Books will be available for check-out at the Youth Services Desk approximately one month before the event.

Disclaimer(s)

  • Space is limited. Please let us know if you need to cancel so someone on the waitlist may attend.
  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.
"Remarkably Bright Creatures" book cover

Senior Center Book Group

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Verona Senior Center at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

In July, the Senior Center Book Group will be reading Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.

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Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Verona Senior Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

In July, the Senior Center Book Group will be reading Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.

About the program

The Senior Center Book Group meets in person each month at the Verona Senior Center. Copies of the book are available in regular and large print as well as audiobook and ebook formats. Please visit the library's service desk to get a copy. 

To register, call the Verona Senior Center at 608-845-7471. Everyone is welcome!

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VPL Cookbook Club: Picnic Foods

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Food
Age Group:
Adults

This month we will make picnic foods - think salads, wraps, fruit dishes, hand pies and more!

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Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Food
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This month we will make picnic foods - think salads, wraps, fruit dishes, hand pies and more!

About the program

Join us as we explore cookbooks and recipes featuring a new theme each month. A selection of books will be on reserve at the circulation desk every month for you to check out, otherwise, feel free to use your own cookbook and let us know about it! Each participant will make a recipe and bring it to share and discuss.

Please register online or call the library at (608) 845-7180 to let us know you will be there!

Disclaimer(s)

  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.

A Taste for Mystery Book Club

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room (127) at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

This month we will read and discuss The Woman in the Library, by Sulari Gentill.

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Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Conference Room (127)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
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Event Details:

This month we will read and discuss The Woman in the Library, by Sulari Gentill.

About the program

Got a taste for mystery? A Taste for Mystery Book Club meets once a month on Monday mornings to discuss great mysteries as we enjoy coffee and pastries. Bring some intrigue to your life by giving this dynamic group a try.

Please register online or call the library at (608) 845-7180 to let us know you will be there!

Disclaimer(s)

  • Registration is required.

Graphic Novel Party: InvestiGators

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Age Group:
School Age

Ages 6-11. Registration suggested.

 

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Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6-11. Registration suggested.

 

Disclaimer(s)

  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.

Books 'n Booze Book Club at Stone Porch Alehouse

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Stone Porch Alehouse at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to discuss The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green at Stone Porch Alehouse! Books are available for pick up at the service desk at the library starting 6/26/25. No registration required.

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Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Stone Porch Alehouse
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us to discuss The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green at Stone Porch Alehouse! Books are available for pick up at the service desk at the library starting 6/26/25. No registration required.

Stone Porch Alehouse: 950 Kimball Ln, Verona, WI 53593

About the program

Books 'n Booze is a book club for people interested in having a blast while discussing fun books and meeting new people. We read a wide variety of genres, including graphic novels and nonfiction. The book club meets every fourth Thursday of the month at 6:00 pm. Please see the event calendar for possible exceptions.

Read It & Eat: Doodleville

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
School Age

Discuss the book Doodleville , plus enjoy activities and snacks related to the book. Ages 8 - 11.

Pick up a copy of the book at the children's desk to read in advance.  

Please register each child individually.

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Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discuss the book Doodleville , plus enjoy activities and snacks related to the book. Ages 8 - 11.

Pick up a copy of the book at the children's desk to read in advance.  

Please register each child individually.

Disclaimer(s)

  • Space is limited. Please let us know if you need to cancel so someone on the waitlist may attend.
  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.

Parent/Child Book Club: One Came Home

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
School Age

Ages 8-11. Registration required. 

In August, Parent/Child Book Club will discuss the novel One Came Home by Amy Timberlake.

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Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-11. Registration required. 

In August, Parent/Child Book Club will discuss the novel One Came Home by Amy Timberlake.

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Learn more about the Verona Reads! program here.

This project is made available with funds from the Verona Public Library Endowment Fund and by a generous donation from the Friends of the Verona Public Library.

Disclaimer(s)

  • Space is limited. Please let us know if you need to cancel so someone on the waitlist may attend.
  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.

Senior Center Book Group

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Verona Senior Center at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

In August, the Senior Center Book Group will be reading Northwoods by Amy Pease.

About the program

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Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Verona Senior Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

In August, the Senior Center Book Group will be reading Northwoods by Amy Pease.

About the program

stylized half sun with bold text that says "Verona Reads!"

Learn more about the Verona Reads! program here.

This project is made available with funds from the Verona Public Library Endowment Fund and by a generous donation from the Friends of the Verona Public Library.

Read It & Eat: It's Boba Time for Pearl Li!

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Time Room at Verona Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
School Age

Discuss the book It's Boba Time for Pearl Li! , plus enjoy activities and snacks related to the book. Ages 8 - 11.

Pick up a copy of the book at the children's desk to read in advance.  

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Library Branch: Verona Public Library
Room: Story Time Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discuss the book It's Boba Time for Pearl Li! , plus enjoy activities and snacks related to the book. Ages 8 - 11.

Pick up a copy of the book at the children's desk to read in advance.  

Disclaimer(s)

  • Space is limited. Please let us know if you need to cancel so someone on the waitlist may attend.
  • Refreshments will be provided. For food allergy concerns please contact staff. Ingredient lists can be provided upon request.

Books 'n Booze Book Club at Stone Porch Alehouse

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Stone Porch Alehouse at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to discuss Northwoods by Amy Pease at Stone Porch Alehouse! Books are available for pick up at the service desk at the library starting 7/24/25. No registration required.

View Details
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Stone Porch Alehouse
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us to discuss Northwoods by Amy Pease at Stone Porch Alehouse! Books are available for pick up at the service desk at the library starting 7/24/25. No registration required.

stylized half sun with bold text that says "Verona Reads!"

Learn more about the Verona Reads! program here.

This project is made available with funds from the Verona Public Library Endowment Fund and by a generous donation from the Friends of the Verona Public Library.

Do you require extra assistance such as seating, visual or hearing-related issues?
Request an accommodation to participate in library services, programs, or activities, by contacting the library at (608) 845-7180 or filling out the online form. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance.