Peninsula libraries plan February book discussions

The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups, or call or visit a library branch for assistance).

All are welcome — join every month or just drop in. Paperback copies of the titles will be available for pick up any time after the current month’s discussions at the Sequim Library, 630 N. Sequim Ave., or the Port Angeles Library, 2210 S. Peabody St., on a first-come, first-served basis. Copies in other formats such as large print, book on CD, and eBook may also be available to request through the NOLS catalog.

The February 2024 Book Discussion schedule includes:

• Second Saturday Book Discussion Group — “Pride and Prejudice,” by Jane Austen, 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, at the Sequim Library; paperback copies available at Sequim Library

• Second Wednesday Book Discussion Group — “Just Mercy,” by Bryan Stevenson, 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14, on Zoom; paperback copies available at Sequim and Port Angeles libraries

• Fourth Wednesday Book Discussion Group — “How to be a Good Creature,” by Sy Montgomery, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, in the Carver Room at the Port Angeles Library; paperback copies available at Port Angeles Library

The Port Angeles Main Library’s Wednesday Movie Matinee program will show two films inspired by these books. Watch “Just Mercy” on Feb. 21, and the 2005 movie “Pride and Prejudice” on Feb. 28. Movies begin at noon and attendees can bring their lunch or enjoy provided snacks.

Book Discussion Groups are supported by a donation made in memory of Sally Albiso, the Friends of Sequim Library and the Port Angeles Friends of the Library.

For more information about this and other library programs, visit nols.org, call 360-417-8500 or email to discover@nols.org.