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 and Shirley)
September 25, 2023
The Girl Who Came Home: A Novel of the Titanic, (Fiction) by Hazel Gaynor. (Joyce W. leader)
October 23, 2023
Hell and Other Destinations, (Nonfiction) by Madeleine Albright. (Dolcye J. leader)
November 27, 2023
Lessons From the Edge, (Memoir) by Maria Yovonovich (Fran E. leader)
February 26, 2024
Fox & I: An Uncommon Friendship, (Nonfiction) by Catherine Raven. (Sandy R. leader)
March 25, 2024
All That She Carried, (Nonfiction) by Tina Miles. (Shirley S. leader)
April 22, 2024
My Dinners With Ruth, (Memoir) by Nina Totenberg.
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 11, 2023
Rough Sleepers, (Nonfiction) by Tracy Kidder. (Beverly N. leader)
October 9, 2023
The Diamond Eye, (Fiction) by Kate Quinn. (JoAnn G. leader)
November 13, 2023
Mad Honey, (Fiction) by Jodi Picoult. (Jeanne P. leader)
January 8, 2024
Horse, (Fiction) by Geraldine Brooks. (Grace H. leader)
February 12, 2024
The Girl Who Came Home: A Novel of the Titanic, (Fiction) by Hazel Gaynor. (Dolcye J. leader)
March 11, 2024
Marmee, (Fiction) by Sarah Miller. (Lori B. leader)
April 8, 2024
Trust, (Fiction) by Herman Diaz. (Sue D. 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 16, 2023
Program: “Malawi Part 2- 2023”
Presenter: Nancy Buhr
Monday, November 20, 2023
Program: “Uzbekistan and Central Asia”
Presenter: Mary Lynne Donohue
Monday, February 19, 2024
Program: “Democracy’s future In America and Around the World”
Presenter: Members are asked to research the topic and bring articles for discussion.
Monday, March 18, 2024
Program: “Awareness of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women in the U.S.”
Presenter: Margene Reyer
Monday, April 15, 2024
Program: “Loving All Nicaragua in 2024″
Presenter: Kris Hancock
Monday, May 20, 2024
Program: “Planning Luncheon”
(Place and time to be determined.)
WhatWomenWant
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.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Paine Art Center and Gardens, Oshkosh
We will travel to Oshkosh to see the Rodin Exhibit and tour the Paine Art Center and Gardens. We will also have lunch at the Fox River Brewing Company. Admission cost of $12 each to be collected day of tour, however those who plans to attend will need to commit early September to secure our tour.
Thursday, October 19, 2023Hamilton Wood Type & Print Museum, Two Rivers
A new experience – we will tour the museum and learn about the history of typesetting and printing. Afterwards we will get to try our hands at printing and take home a poster. We will also gather for coffee or lunch on this outing.
Mid-April 2024
LondonDairy Alpaca Ranch, Two Rivers
We will meet some lovely, furry alpacas and learn about their habits, habitats, wool and gorgeous, as well as practical products made from the wool. We will also gather for coffee or lunch on this outing.
Mid-May 2024
National Railroad Museum, Green Bay
Join us and enjoy a short and informational train ride! We will also explore the museum to learn about the history of trains across the U.S. This outing will also include a stop for lunch.
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Planning Meeting
- 6 p.m.
- Ale House – Pub dinner and plan for the coming year.