Book Discussions
Book Kits Are Available
Create your very own book club with book kits from the Butler Library! It's as easy as 1, 2, 3:
1. Choose a book kit from the list of available kits.
2. Place the kit on hold in the catalog (you will need your library card number and PIN number) or call us at 724-776-9100.
3. Pick up your book kit at the library and enjoy it with your book club!
First Editions Book Discussion
Meets at 12:30 PM on the first Monday of the month in the South Franklin Station room. Copies of the title are available at the Circulation Desk.
2026 Books
January 5: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
February 2: The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett
March 2: A Woman is No Man by Etaf Rum
Registration is not required.
A Novel Idea Book Club
A new book club where everyone reads their own book choice based on a theme. This book club meets at 6:00 pm on the second Wednesday of the month in the South Franklin Station room.
2026 Books
January 14: Read a book with winter or snow in the title
February 11: Read a romance book
March 11: Read a book that was published the year you were born
Need help picking the perfect read for the themes? Our friendly library staff would be delighted to help you find the right book!
Registration is not required.
The Next Chapter Book Discussion
This book club meets at 10:00 AM on the third Wednesday of the month in the South Franklin Station room. Copies of the title are available at the Circulation Desk.
2026 Books
January 21: Caleb's Crossing by Geraldine Brooks
February 18: Ghostwriter by Julie Clark
March 18: The House in on Fire by Rachel Beanland
Registration is not required.
4th Thursday Book Club
Meets at 10:00 AM on the fourth Thursday of each month in the South Franklin room. Please read the book prior to the discussion. Copies of the title are available at the Circulation Desk.
2026 Books
January 22: The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde
February 26: Moloka'i by Alan Brennert
March 26: The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey by Walter Mosley