During the pandemic, local residents gathered to partner with the Livermore Public Library and create a political book club that meets on the third Tuesday of every month via Zoom.
âThere is a common understanding that you should not discuss politics or religion,â participant Werner Schlapfer said. âI completely disagree. In fact, for me, the book clubs are one of the only venues for such worthwhile discussions. If you are afraid to have your ideas challenged, do not join. If on the other hand, you are willing to hear new points of view, you will learn a lot.â
Topics that are otherwise considered taboo are regularly discussed in the Political Book Club. Molly Bang, another participant, has always been intrigued by politics but found it challenging to find others with similar interests.
by Contributor on Monday Dec 14 2020
Catherine Spence, library board vice-chair submitted photo
“Books of My Life”
Q and A with Catherine Spence, Rossland Public Library Board vice-chair:
1. My favourite childhood book is
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. It appealed to my imagination and I loved rooting for the hero and seeing the bad kids get what they deserved. Maybe I can blame this book for my lifelong love of chocolate.
2. The book I enjoyed most in school takes me back to studying education in university and having to read many Newbery and Caldecott Prize winners. These are annual awards, given to the best in children’s literature. The books are always excellent, and it was definitely my favourite homework.