Morgenstern Books January Events

Jan. 9: Gayle Forman: After Life at Morgenstern Books: 6:00-7:00pm

Come join us for an unforgettable evening with acclaimed author Gayle Forman at Morgenstern Books! Get ready to dive into the world of her latest book, After Life, and hear firsthand about the inspiration behind this captivating story. This in-person event is your chance to meet the author, ask burning questions, and maybe even snag a signed copy of the book. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with one of your favorite writers! See you there!

Jan. 10: Romance Book Club: 7:00-8:00pm

The monthly meeting of the Morgenstern Books Romance Book Club is hosted by our resident romance reader, Ryann!
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The read for January is Given Our History by Kristyn J. Miller.

Jan. 13: Murder Mystery Book Club: 7:00-8:00pm

The monthly meeting of the Morgenstern Books Murder Mystery Book Club is hosted by bookseller and mystery/thriller enthusiast, Grace!
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The read for January is The Last One by Will Dean

Jan. 15: Weird Fiction Book Club: 7:00-8:00pm

The monthly meeting of the Morgenstern Books Weird Fiction Book Club is hosted by fiction expert and teacher, Harrison!
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The read for January is The Divorce by Cesar Aira.

Jan. 15: Wholehearted Book Club: 7:00-8:00pm

The monthly meeting of the Wholehearted Book Club is hosted by Bloomington yogi, Molly McDonald!

The read for January (& February) is Wintering by Katherine May.
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This book club will be meeting in the Morgenstern Books café, not at the back conference table, this month only!

Jan. 19: Young Readers Book Club: 4:00-5:00pm

The monthly meeting of the Morgenstern Books Young Readers Book Club is hosted by beloved local teacher, Ms. Margaret!
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The read for January is Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J. K. Rowling.

Jan. 17: Postmodern Jazz Quartet: 6:30-8:30pm

Join us for the monthly Jazz Salon with the Postmodern Jazz Quartet! 
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Relax in our café with a glass of wine and enjoy the live music!

Jan. 20: Health + Wellness Book Club: 7:00-8:00pm

A health and wellness book club hosted by Bridgett DiVohl and Cynthia Schultz that explores how we can improve our health and that of the Bloomington community at the same time, presented by the Blooming Zone Initiative.
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The new book to be discussed in 2025 is The Longevity Solution: Rediscovering Centuries-Old Secrets to a Healthy, Long Life by Dr. James Dinicolantonio

Jan. 20-21: Onyx Storm Midnight Release Party: 10:00pm-1:00am

We flew and didn't die, we burnt it down, now who wants to brave the dark with us on January 20th for our midnight release party of Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros. Come for events, treats, and goodies!

Jan. 22: Author Event: Julie Heffernan: 6:00-7:00pm

Morgenstern Books is excited to host acclaimed artist, Julie Heffernan for an event to celebrate her new book, Babe in the Woods! Join us for an evening sure to be full of interesting conversation and perspective.


ABOUT THE BOOK
From acclaimed painter Julie Heffernan, a wholly original and visually stunning four-color graphic work of autofiction about a young mother who—lost overnight on a hike with her infant son—experiences an extraordinary journey of memory, remorse, and rebirth that offers her a new way of seeing the world; for readers of Alison Bechdel, Roz Chast, and Marjane Satrapi. 

Jan. 22: Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club: 7:00-8:00pm

The monthly meeting of the Morgenstern Books Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book Club, hosted by sci-fi, fantasy, folklore & mythology specialist, Matthew!
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The read for January is Piranesi by Susanna Clarke.

Jan. 25: Family Night: Meet January!: 6:00-7:00pm

Come out for the monthly Family Night at Morgenstern Books! Each month, we have a story to read, crafts to do, and snacks to eat!
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This month, we'll be reading Meet January by April Martin!

Jan. 28: Author Event: Iris Jamahl Dunkle: 6:00-7:00pm

Join us in the Morgenstern Books café for an evening in conversation with author Iris Jamahl Dunkle, discussing her book Riding Like the Wind: The Life of Sanora Babb.

Jan. 28: Death Cafe: 7:00-9:00pm

Eat cake. Drink Tea. Talk about Death.
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A Death Cafe is a group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session.

Jan. 29: Author Event: Rosemary MacCabe: 6:00-7:00pm

​Join us in the Morgenstern Books café for an evening in conversation with author Rosemary MacCabe discussing her newest book, This is NOT About You: A Menmoir. 
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