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    Reinventing the Book Club

    Jeff KaminBooks & Bars is an open public book club show. We provide a unique atmosphere for a lively discussion of interesting authors, fun people, good food and drinks.

    You’re invited to our free meetings with moderator Jeff Kamin and other spirited characters the second & third Tuesdays each month.

    Books & Bars Named Best Reading Series by City Pages

    Books & Bars


    2nd Tues Minneapolis Aster Cafe

    3rd Tues St. Paul Amsterdam Bar and Hall

    City Pages: Best Of The Twin Cities 2009

    The Only Thing Worse Than Being Talked About Is Not Being Talked About

    Books & Bars“For those who take their books straight up – not off Oprah’s list – Books & Bars is the cure. Bookended by social hours, it’s a perfect opportunity to meet hip literary types – and the liquid courage doesn’t hurt.” – MPLS. ST. PAUL magazine, July 2008

    BookBrowse.com interview – in-depth chat & history
    - Why I Love Books & Bars
    Not Your Mother’s Book Club
    MinnPost.com – Our goal: first book club in space. Other goal? more press like this.
    MinneapolisReads.com – 6 Qs they always ask
    “Dressing Room”
    Our event videos –  Mustache Robots Youtube channel

    Books & Bars Online

    Jeff KaminBe sure to sign up for the mailing list so you’ll never miss any important Books & Bars news. Take advantage of the forum—post questions and topics for upcoming meetings, propose new books, or get the last word on previous discussions. Become a fan and meet fellow members on our Facebook page.

    Photos by Jason Albus: http://jalbusphoto.com

    Coming Up

    Date

    Tue, June 12th

    Book
    The Art of Fielding – Chad Harbach

    Bar
    Aster Cafe

    7-8:30pm

    Date

    Wed, June 20th

    Book
    The Art of Fielding – Chad Harbach

    Bar
    Amsterdam

    Social
    5:30pm

    Discussion
    6:15-7:45pm

    Magers and Quinn Aster Cafe Amsterdam Bar & Hall
    Friends of the Saint Paul Library Fulton Beer Metro Mag