Classic Short Reads Club

Tuesday, 27 June 2023 | 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM

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Ever wanted to tackle the classics but unsure where to start? Or wanted to join a book club but don’t always have the time to read an entire book?

The Classic Short Reads Club meets monthly for lively discussion about a classic short story. Discover hidden gems, revisit old favourites and meet other curious readers.

You can find the links to upcoming stories below. Please do your best to read the short story prior to the session.  

Here's what you need to know about attending our events. 

Classic Short Reads Club titles

May 30

The Nose by Nikolai Gogol

June 27

The Persimmon Tree by Marjorie Barnard 

July 25

The Garden of Forking Paths by Jorge Luis Borges

August 29

In the Closed Room by Frances Hodgson Burnett 

September 26

Hills like White Elephants by Ernest Hemingway

October 31

The Signalman by Charles Dickens (Spooky for Halloween)

November 28

In a Grove by Ryunosuke Akutagawa

 

When

  • Tuesday, 28 February 2023 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 28 March 2023 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 30 May 2023 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 27 June 2023 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 25 July 2023 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 29 August 2023 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 26 September 2023 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 31 October 2023 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 28 November 2023 | 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Location

Toorak/South Yarra Library, 340 Toorak Road, Toorak 3141  View map

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Cost

Free event, no bookings required

Contact us

03 8290 8000

Accessing this event

We're committed to making Stonnington an inclusive, welcoming and supportive environment for all. To find out more visit Access and Inclusion.

 

We provide a range of accessible services and facilities so that all community members can enjoy our programs and events.

 

To discuss your accessibility requirements for this event, please email libraryevents@stonnington.vic.gov.au or call 03 8290 8002 during standard business hours (9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday).

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