Libraries aren't just for books anymore, of course. The Fayetteville Public Library does Books & Brews across town at Core Brewing Co. on Mall Avenue. But a few other book clubs around Northwest Arkansas have also moved out of the library and into more "informal" locations.
Books & Brews
Down State
The Fort Smith Public Library’s beginnings can be traced to the formation of the Fortnightly Club on Oct. 7, 1891. The library was formally opened on July 27, 1892, in the Belle Grove school building. There were 1,100 books on the shelves. By 1902 the library had grown to be the largest public library in the state of Arkansas. The library now has a main location on Rogers Avenue and three branches. INFO — 783-0229
WHAT -- This group discusses a wide variety of fiction and nonfiction titles in an informal environment. From bestselling authors to classics of world literature, these selections are a fun way to expand your reading horizons, promises the Fayetteville Public Library.
WHERE -- Meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at Core Brewing Company, 3775 N. Mall Ave. in Fayetteville
HOW MUCH -- Membership is free
INFO -- faylib.org
NEXT -- The September selection is "The Book of Unknown Americans" by Cristina Henriquez; October is "The Woman in Cabin 10" by Ruth Ware.
Books on Tap
WHAT -- This group discusses a variety of popular and award-winning fiction and nonfiction, according to its sponsor, the Springdale Public Library.
WHERE -- Meets the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Black Apple Crossing, 321 E. Emma Ave. in Springdale
HOW MUCH -- Membership is free
INFO -- 750-8180
NEXT -- "My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry" by Fredrick Backman in September.
A Whole Latte Books
WHAT -- Another book club sponsored by the Springdale Public Library.
WHERE -- Meets the third Saturday of each month at 2 p.m. at Onyx Coffee Lab, 7058 W. Sunset Ave. in Springdale
HOW MUCH -- Membership is free
INFO -- 750-8180
NEXT -- "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr on Aug. 19.
First Tuesday Book Club
WHAT -- Chooses books for the next year based on a member survey.
WHERE -- Meets the first Tuesday of each month at the Farmington Public Library but "after-hours" at 6 p.m.
HOW MUCH -- Membership is free
INFO -- 267-2674
NEXT -- "Accused" by Lisa Scottoline in September.
-- Becca Martin-Brown
NAN What's Up on 08/18/2017