We are excited to introduce this year’s title, Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt! One Book, One Village is all about sharing a great read, sparking conversations, and bringing the community together.
Events will take place throughout the month of October, including discussions, social gatherings, craft programs, and a special after-hours event for adults.
More Themed Activities and Programming
Click the links below to register.
Movies at MPPL: My Octopus Teacher
Attend a screening of the Academy Award-winning documentary featuring an unusual friendship between the filmmaker and an octopus that lives in a South African kelp forest.
Walk and Talk
Saturday, October 4, 10 a.m.
Tuesday, October 7, 10 a.m.
Thursday, October 16, 10 a.m.
Enjoy a 30-minute walk through the neighborhood as we chat about the book. All walking speeds welcome!
Afternoon Tea Social
Saturday, October 11, 12-1 p.m.
Socialize with your neighbors over snacks and tea while we provide some activities related to our featured title.
Book Discussion
Join us for a casual discussion and refreshments. No previous book discussion experience necessary!
Jellyfish Watercolors With Audrey Ra
Tuesday, October 14, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, October 15, 7 p.m.
Unleash your inner artist and create jellyfish watercolors with teaching artist Audrey Ra.
Dive Into a Good Book: A Booktalk
Discover must-read books inspired by the themes of Remarkably Bright Creatures as library staff share hidden gems through engaging booktalks.
A Celebration of Cephalopods
Uncover what makes today’s cephalopods so remarkable and celebrate their ancient ancestors who ruled the seas before the dinosaurs.
Olympic Peninsula Travelogue
Explore Washington state’s Quinault Rainforest, one of the most biologically rich temperate rainforests in the world.
After Hours Social
Friday, October 24, 7-8:30 p.m.
Adults ages 21+ are invited to join us at the library for an after-hours event to celebrate our One Book, One Village community read with snacks, wine, engaging activities, and good company.
Book Giveaway
Tuesday, September 2, 5-7 p.m.
Drop in and pick up your FREE copy. Mount Prospect residents can also pick up regular and large print copies of the book after the event while supplies last. Multiple formats are also available for checkout from the library catalog.
An aimless young man, a woman haunted by her past, and a clever giant Pacific octopus all find their lives drawn together in this heartwarming tale of unexpected connections in a small northwestern town.
