Book Review – Afternoon – 1:00 p.m.
The Afternoon Book Review study group normal meets at the First Congregational Church, 310 Bluff Avenue, at 1:00 p.m. on the fourth Monday of the month from September through April, with NO meeting in January. All AAUW members are welcome to attend any of the meetings. Please call the chair(s) if you have questions.
(Co-Chairs: Sandra R. and Shirley S.)
September 23, 2024
A Fever in the Heartland, (Nonfiction) by Timothy Egan. (Joyce W. leader)
October 28, 2024
Lessons in Chemistry, (Fiction) by Bonnie Games. (Dolcye J. leader)
November 25, 2024
Horse: A Novel, (Fiction) by Geraldine Brooks. (Shirley S. leader)
February 24, 2025
All Adults Here, (Fiction) by Emma Straub. (Sandy R. leader)
March 24, 2025
The Diamond Eye, (Fiction) by Kate Quinn. (Fran E. leader)
April 28, 2025
The Women, (Fiction) by Kristin Hannah. (Betty H. leader)
Book Discussion – Evening: 6:30 – 8 p.m. – Second Monday of the Month
Mead Public Library
710 N. 8th St., Sheboygan
The room at Mead Library varies according to availability. You will be notified in advance via e-mail of a site change. Meetings are held from September through April, and all branch members are welcome to attend any of the meetings.
September 9, 2024
Dinners With Ruth: A Memoir on the Power of Friendships, (Nonfiction) by Nina Totenberg. (Dolcye J. leader)
October 14, 2024
Dear Edward, (Fiction) by Ann Napolitano. (Sue D. leader)
November 11, 2024
Lessons in Chemistry, (Fiction) by Bonnie Garmus. (Grace H. leader)
January 13, 2025
Apeirogon, (Fiction) by Columnist McCann. (Nikki L. leader)
February 10, 2025
Astor: The Rise and Fall of an American Fortune, (Nonfiction) by Anderson Cooper. (JoAnn G. leader)
March 10, 2025
The Frozen River, (Historical Fiction) by Ariel Lawhon. (Jeanne P. leader)
April 14, 2025
Becoming Madame Secretary, (Historical Fiction) by Stephanie Dray. (Judy H. leader)
June TBD
Book selection for the next year. Date, time and place to be determined by the group at the April meeting.
Diversity/Equity/Inclusion and Public Policy – on an “as needed basis” TBD
Spring Candidate Forums – To Be Determined
Global Connections– 1:00 p.m.
First Congregational Church – Lounge. (Meetings are held on the third Monday of the month)
310 Bluff Avenue, Sheboygan
We welcome all who wish to study current global topics and those who love to travel.
Monday, October 21, 2024
Program: “Japanese Culture And Traditions”
Presenter: Sonja Chesnik
Monday, November 18, 2024
Program: “Abortions Nationwide”
Presenter: Molly Lancelot, Planned Parenthood
Monday, February 17, 2025
Program: “Literacy and Immigration”
Presenter: Shannon Schuren, Sheboygan Literacy Council
Monday, March 17, 2025
Program: “Homelessness in Sheboygan County/Housing For the Homeless”
Presenter: Mary Miech
Monday, May 19, 2025
Program: “Planning Luncheon”
(Place and time to be determined.)
WhatWomenWant
CoChairs: Grace H. and Lori B.
WWW will continue to explore places of interest in Sheboygan County and nearby. We will notify branch members as we organize the plans for each outing.
Saturday, August 17, 2024
SS Badger Lakeside Shoreline Cruise
We will travel to Manitowoc to board the SS Badger for a Shoreline Cruise from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Snacks and entertainment provided on board.
Sunday, November 10, 2024
Memories Theater, Port Washington
The matinee dinner program this year is “The Miss Magnolia Senior Citizen Beauty Pageant.” It promises to be full of laughs and we always enjoy a tasty meal and good companionship.
February /March 2025
Sheboygan County Historical Research Center
We will tour the County Historical Research Center in Sheboygan Falls. We will learn how it has developed over the last ten or more years since we last toured there.
April 2025
Seranya Studio Art Garage, Johnsonville
Time for an at or craft project! It’s always fun to create! This is located in The Hub Café in Laack’s Hall, so we can all have a bite to eat as well.
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Planning Meeting
- 6 p.m.
- Planning Meeting for Next Year
- Place to be Determined