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Registration opens:
November 24th, 2025 7:00pm

20s & 30s Book Club

"Iona Iverson’s Rules for Commuting" by Clare Pooley
2025-12-15 19:00:00 2025-12-15 20:00:00 America/New_York 20s & 30s Book Club For adults in their 20s and 30s. John M. Harper Branch - Program Room

Monday, December 15
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-15 19:00:00 2025-12-15 20:00:00 America/New_York 20s & 30s Book Club For adults in their 20s and 30s. John M. Harper Branch - Program Room

John M. Harper Branch

Program Room

For adults in their 20s and 30s.

About the Program

Join our book club and meet fellow book lovers! Share your passion for reading, enjoy engaging discussions, and make new friends in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

This month we will be reading Iona Iverson’s Rules for Commuting by Clare Pooley. 

About the Book

Every day, Iona Iverson takes the same train to work—never speaking to her fellow passengers. But when an unexpected incident breaks the silence, a diverse group of commuters form unlikely friendships that change all their lives. Iona Iverson’s Rules for Commuting is a warm, witty story about connection, kindness, and the surprising people who can brighten your everyday routine.

Upcoming Winter Club Dates

Jan 12: Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

Feb 9: The Wedding People by Alison Espach

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Programmer: Lainie

AGE GROUP: | Adults 19+ |

EVENT TYPE: | Socials and Clubs |

TAGS: | Book Clubs |

John M. Harper Branch
Phone: 519-886-1310
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Mon, Nov 10 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 11 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 12 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 13 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 14 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Nov 15 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Nov 16 Closed
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About the branch

Located on the west side of Waterloo, the John M. Harper Branch shares a building with the Stork Family YMCA. It features soaring ceilings, dedicated study space (including 3 bookable study rooms), a large Community Room and an outdoor courtyard. 

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John M. Harper Branch - Program Room
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