The Urban SUN: Black Voices Book Club meets on the fourth Sunday of the month at 4:00 pm via Zoom.
This book club, led by Donna Mackey and Marilyn Ruffin, explores contemporary and historical works by African American authors and promotes meaningful conversations about race. Open to all adults; please register for each discussion you plan to attend. Get ready to get uncomfortable and get real!
Please note: This book group meets virtually, except for November (in person) and December (no meeting). If you would like to join us for an upcoming discussion, please register via our Event Calendar, and a Zoom link will be emailed to you. Book club selections are subject to change. Please call the library Information Desk at 608-825-0702 for the most current information.
2025 Selections:
January 26Image
| Missing White Woman by Kellye Garrett |
February 23Image
| Medgar and Myrlie by Joy-Ann Reid |
March 30*Image
| The Color Purple by Alice Walker*Meets on the 5th Sunday in March. Participants may read the book, or watch either the 1985 or 2023 movie... or all of the above! |
April 27 | TBD |
May 25 | TBD |
June 22 | TBD |
July 27 | TBD |
August 24 | TBD |
September 28 | TBD |
October 26 | TBD |
November 23 | TBD |
Book Recommendations from Urban SUN Participants: