Wednesdays · to Wed 2 Dec
Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre · Carlton
a relaxed, free book club to make friends and practise English
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This free book club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at Kathleen Syme Library.
Come along and meet people who share your interests and make new friends. You will read the same book and have a casual group discussion. You can use the provided questions to help understand the story better. The group will discuss the plot, the language used, and how the book relates to our own lives.
It's a great chance to practice English in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Quick answers
When is English Learners' Book Club?
Wednesdays, to Wed 2 Dec. There are 2 dates to pick from, listed above.
Where is it?
Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre, Carlton, VIC.
How much is it?
It is free.
Where do I find out more?
On whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
Tap "Ask your mates if they're keen" on this page. You get one link for the group chat, and your mates answer keen, maybe or can't in their browser, with no app and no sign-up. It is free.
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