Modern Fiction
We are a group of avid, lifelong readers who enjoy reading and discussing creative memoir, literary, historical, and classic fiction. Join us for lively discussions, sharing life experiences, and socializing. In April we select next year’s readings from books that members want to share. Going forward, we are opting for a mixture of outdoors, Zoom-based, and in-person meetings. Lunch after each meeting (except for Jan. and Feb.) at a restaurant TBD.
If you are interested in attending an event or program contact the coordinator or send an email to umwc@umn.edu requesting contact information.
Chair: Jocelyn Kuo
Meetings: Fourth Monday, unless starred
Time: 10:00 am
Dues: One dollar. Waived for 2024-25
Locations: specified in the program list:
A. Applewood Pointe at Central Park, 2665 Victoria St North, Roseville
(Front door, main entrance)
B. The blue-roofed shelter (outdoors) in Central Park, Roseville. Use the Dale Street entrance at 2531 Dale St N.
Z. Zoom meeting
or.
2024-2025 Programs
Aug. 26- The Immortalists by Chloe Benjamin
Leader Ruth Bowyer
Place B The blue-roofed shelter (outdoors)
Sept. 23-Foster by Claire Keegan
Leader Jocelyn Kuo
Place B The blue-roofed shelter (outdoors)
Oct. 28 -The Stolen Lady by Laura Morelli
Leader Mary Johnson
Place A Applewood Pointe
Nov. 18 -Family Happiness by Laurie Colwin
Leader Barb Gilmore
Place A Applewood Pointe
Jan 27. -The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams
Leader Diane Schweizer
Place Z Zoom meeting (no lunch)
Feb 24. -The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
Leader Lou Nelson
Place Z Zoom meeting (no lunch)
Mar 24. -Tom Lake by Ann Patchett
Leader Barb Gilmore
Place A Applewood Pointe
*April 14- Book Selection for 2025-2026
Place A Applewood Pointe
May 19- Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver
Leader Diane Collier
Place B The blue-roofed shelter (outdoors)
June 23 -North Woods by Daniel Mason
Leader Jane Lufkin
Place B The blue-roofed shelter (outdoors)