January Newsletter

Hello Book Lovers,

Sending out huge kudos to Diane for not only opening her gorgeous home to the club, but also taking the lead on the discussion for the first time.  Well done, Diane!  Thank you!!

Snack/dessert/wine volunteers - many, many thanks to your contributions to make the evening even better.

Tho the book got mixed reviews, I think we would all agree, there was great discussion about it.  I heard throughout the night "I learned a lot from this book" - from how tough the residents of 1925 Nome were, to the bravery (and craziness) of the men and dogs, to how this event had a profound impact on medicine and air travel after it.  The overall rating was 2.86 - with ranges from 4 down to 1 (and a couple abstentions).

For those of you who would like a video version of this story, check out the BBC Documentary on the event, "Icebound: The Greatest Dog Story Ever Told"

Click HERE to watch "Icebound" video

Next Month... the book is "House Girl" by Tara Conklin at Barb's house, with co-discussion leaders: Marilyn and Amy.  Thank you all, in advance!

Snack volunteers are (I hope I got these right... please reply-all if there's an error)

   Appetizers:  Jennifer, Leslie

   Desserts:  June, Irene

   Wine:  Marilyn (red), Donna (white), and there's another white with me... leftover from January's meeting

Please, don't forget to RSVP!

We had a couple announcements that came out of the meting, too..

• You should have received your invite to the Craneridge Winter Party... it's Saturday, Feb 6th @ Holland Hills CC.  See Donna Harris for more info - Must reserve your spot by 1/25
• The Craneridge Board is looking for volunteers to be on the Nominating Committee.  This is not a BOD position, but helps find individuals interested in sitting on the Board.  Board members are also being recruited at this time.

Happy winter reading!  See you next month!

 ~Jill