Skip to main content
close
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Image for event: Adults Book Club

Register 8 Seats Remaining

Adults Book Club

This Promised Land by Cathy Gohlke

2025-08-26 18:00:00 2025-08-26 19:00:00 America/New_York Adults Book Club When she ran away as a young war bride, she was cut off from her family forever . . . or so she believed. Decades later, maybe the only way to move on is to go home. Anderson Public Library - Conference Room

Tuesday, August 26
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-08-26 18:00:00 2025-08-26 19:00:00 America/New_York Adults Book Club When she ran away as a young war bride, she was cut off from her family forever . . . or so she believed. Decades later, maybe the only way to move on is to go home. Anderson Public Library - Conference Room

Anderson Public Library

Conference Room

When she ran away as a young war bride, she was cut off from her family forever . . . or so she believed. Decades later, maybe the only way to move on is to go home.

Ginny Pickering Boyden can't wait for her last day of work, when she'll be free to pursue a lifelong ambition through a master gardener apprenticeship. But an unexpected letter brings shocking news: Ginny has inherited her family's Christmas tree farm, a dream she'd long ago given up.

Facing a past laced with memories and lies she's tried hard to bury, a furious nephew who thought the land would be his, and a failing farm with a mountain of debt, Ginny returns to Virginia determined to sell. But when her younger nephew appears with demons of his own and three young children in tow, Ginny isn't sure what to do. Too much of their story reminds Ginny of her own.  She has little hope, however, that three generations of warring Pickerings can set aside their differences to restore all that's broken, both on the land and in their hearts.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Club |

TAGS: | |

Anderson Public Library


Hours
Mon, Aug 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 06 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Aug 07 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 08 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 09 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 10 Closed

About the branch

Anderson Public Library is located in the heart of Lawrenceburg Kentucky on Main Street.  The library has 2 meeting rooms that can be combined into 1 large room, 2 study rooms, a history room, and a makerspace lab.  

Upcoming Events

Mon, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Practice healthy habits and mindfulness with Yoga. Click the "Yoga for You" link above to learn more about the class and to review the participation waiver.
This event is full

Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Anderson Public Library
For toddlers (12-36 months) and their caregivers. Come listen, play, and pick-up some new early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

Tue, Aug 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson Public Library
For preschoolers (3-6 years) and their caregivers. Come listen, play, and pick-up some new early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Bourbon Room,Sauer Room
Families with Pokémon fans of all ages meet to play, trade cards, and talk about your favorite Pokémon on the first Tuesday of each month. Feel free to bring your own cards or devices.

Wed, Aug 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Step onto the mat and discover the perfect introduction to yoga in this gentle, beginner-friendly class.

Wed, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Anderson Room
Join us as we try different kinds of crafting! Each month is its own adventure in creation.

Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson Public Library
ENDLESS CREATIVE POSSIBILITIES! Using dried flowers and stickers to make each bookmark unique. Create a beautiful keepsake that can be treasured for a long time.

Thu, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Anderson Public Library
ENDLESS CREATIVE POSSIBILITIES! Using dried flowers and stickers to make each bookmark unique. Create a beautiful keepsake that can be treasured for a long time.

Fri, Aug 08, All day
Library Friends Parking Lot
Be part of the world's longest yard sale—right from your local library!

Fri, Aug 08, 10:15am - 11:15am
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Accessible Chair Yoga fosters strength, peace, and well-being through mindful movement and breath.

Sat, Aug 09, All day
Library Friends Parking Lot
Be part of the world's longest yard sale—right from your local library!

Mon, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Practice healthy habits and mindfulness with Yoga. Click the "Yoga for You" link above to learn more about the class and to review the participation waiver.
This event is full

Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Anderson Public Library
For toddlers (12-36 months) and their caregivers. Come listen, play, and pick-up some new early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

Tue, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson Public Library
For preschoolers (3-6 years) and their caregivers. Come listen, play, and pick-up some new early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Anderson Public Library - Conference Room
Learn the game. Sharpen your strategy. Play your cards right — in poker and in life.

Wed, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Step onto the mat and discover the perfect introduction to yoga in this gentle, beginner-friendly class.

Wed, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Conference Room
Wits Workout is research backed program designed to offer challenges and enhance cognitive abilities through puzzles, riddles, and brain teasers, fostering mental agility and creative thinking.

Wed, Aug 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Anderson Room
Join us as we explore different books with themed activities! Each month is its own adventure.

Thu, Aug 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson Public Library
Get help with building a resume, finding a job, and more. Just stop by the library and visit one of the friendly Kentucky Career Center Staff.

Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Anderson Room
Join us as we discuss the dystopian time travel story: Down in the Sea of Angels by Khan Wong! Ages 18-40.

Fri, Aug 15, 10:15am - 11:15am
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Accessible Chair Yoga fosters strength, peace, and well-being through mindful movement and breath.

Mon, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Practice healthy habits and mindfulness with Yoga. Click the "Yoga for You" link above to learn more about the class and to review the participation waiver.
This event is full

Tue, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Anderson Public Library
For toddlers (12-36 months) and their caregivers. Come listen, play, and pick-up some new early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

Tue, Aug 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson Public Library
For preschoolers (3-6 years) and their caregivers. Come listen, play, and pick-up some new early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Tue, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anderson Public Library
Come and learn the art of Magic through Magic Explorers. Each session will include games, fun, and learning a new Magic Trick to perform and astound your friends and family!

Tue, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Anderson Public Library - Anderson Room
The Library's Monthly board meeting

Wed, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Step onto the mat and discover the perfect introduction to yoga in this gentle, beginner-friendly class.

Wed, Aug 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Anderson Room
Join us as we play video games! You will vote on what you play at the beginning of the program.

Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson Public Library
Make a lovely Potpourri Jar or Sachets! Potpourri isn’t just about pleasant scents, it can help create environments that promote relaxation and reduce stress.

Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Anderson Public Library
Make a lovely Potpourri Jar or Sachets! Potpourri isn’t just about pleasant scents, it can help create environments that promote relaxation and reduce stress.

Fri, Aug 22, 10:15am - 11:15am
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Accessible Chair Yoga fosters strength, peace, and well-being through mindful movement and breath.

Mon, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Practice healthy habits and mindfulness with Yoga. Click the "Yoga for You" link above to learn more about the class and to review the participation waiver.
This event is full

Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Anderson Public Library
For toddlers (12-36 months) and their caregivers. Come listen, play, and pick-up some new early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

Tue, Aug 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson Public Library
For preschoolers (3-6 years) and their caregivers. Come listen, play, and pick-up some new early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Tue, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Conference Room
When she ran away as a young war bride, she was cut off from her family forever . . . or so she believed. Decades later, maybe the only way to move on is to go home.

Wed, Aug 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Step onto the mat and discover the perfect introduction to yoga in this gentle, beginner-friendly class.

Wed, Aug 27, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Anderson Public Library - Anderson Room
Cast your vote to see which movie comes out on top! While we watch the winner, you will have the chance to win some small prizes by playing movie bingo.

Thu, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Anderson Public Library - Conference Room
Learn the game. Sharpen your strategy. Play your cards right — in poker and in life.

Fri, Aug 29, 10:15am - 11:15am
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Accessible Chair Yoga fosters strength, peace, and well-being through mindful movement and breath.

Tue, Sep 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Anderson Public Library
For toddlers (12-36 months) and their caregivers. Come listen, play, and pick-up some new early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes, and more!

Tue, Sep 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Anderson Public Library
For preschoolers (3-6 years) and their caregivers. Come listen, play, and pick-up some new early literacy skills through stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Tue, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Families with Pokémon fans of all ages meet to play, trade cards, and talk about your favorite Pokémon on the first Tuesday of each month. Feel free to bring your own cards or devices.

Wed, Sep 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Sauer Room
Step onto the mat and discover the perfect introduction to yoga in this gentle, beginner-friendly class.

Wed, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Anderson Public Library - Anderson Room
Join us as we try different kinds of crafting! Each month is its own adventure in creation.