Featured Book Club of the Month – Fairfield, CT
March 22, 2012 at 10:16 am , by Lauren Piro
The ladies of the Edgewood Road Book Club have been meeting for four years, and in that time their group has grown from nine to 14 dedicated, book-lovin’ members. “Having long wanted to share my love of reading and discussion, I first brought the group together,” says member Sharon Daly. “We are a wonderful mix of middle-aged and thirty-something women, and I appreciate the different perspectives we bring to the group, in addition to the support and friendship we provide each other.”
Don’t they look like a fun bunch? I asked them a bit more about what they love about their group and for their favorite reads!
Is there anything special you’ve done for your meetings?
“We’ve had two theme dinners—a Southern feast for a discussion of To Kill a Mockingbird and The Help, and a French potluck for Julie & Julia. Authors have also called into our meetings to discuss their books with us, like Jeffrey Zaslow when we read The Girls from Ames, and Warren St. John when we read Rammer Jammer Yellow Hammer. I’m a writer myself, so it’s fascinating to hear what motivates and inspires these authors.” – Amanda Cuda Swavy
What’s your favorite book the club has read together?
“One of our favorite books was Let the Great World Spin, by Colum McCann, which is about Philippe Petit, the man who walked a tightrope between the Twin Towers in 1974. It was one of the most profound books we have read, and we all felt that the way the characters’ lives intertwined was genius. It’s a commentary on life in New York in the 70′s, but there were also many parallels to life today.” – Sharon Daly
Everyone’s super busy these days. Why is it important to you to make time to read and get together?
“Discussing books with good friends over wine is enlightening, and a wonderful way to spend an evening. Plus, even though we have a TV with 3000 channels, I still find there is nothing to watch! So I love to read.” – Ann Marie Curtin
“Reading opens our minds to understanding the human condition, and sharing insights with other women is so affirming. The support we give each other is such a gift.” – Sharon Daly
“I’ve come to cherish the friendships I’ve made with the women in the group, and sharing our feelings about the books has led us to open up to each other in other ways, as well. The book group is a place where I feel safe and can relax. It’s one the few things I do just for myself, and it has made me happier.” – Amanda Cuda Swavy
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Categories: Books, Fun, Ladies' Lounge | Tags: book club, fairfield connecticut, readers | 5 Comments
5 Responses to “Featured Book Club of the Month – Fairfield, CT”
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Written on March 22, 2012 at 9:47 pm, by Julia
You ladies rock! What a bunch, what a hoot, what a name! I hope when I make it into my thirties I can join!
Written on March 22, 2012 at 10:06 pm, by Linda
I wish I had a club like yours! You all sound so smart and dedicated! Keep reading!
Written on March 23, 2012 at 10:19 pm, by Joey Fagan
Just wanted you folks to check this out.
http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Michael-J-Daly-Solace-in-books-and-in-each-3430691.php
Written on March 28, 2012 at 6:00 pm, by Kate
Great female role models- they read, support one another and share the great gift of wine! Thanks for sharing their book club story!
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