Comments from the Book Discussion Group at DeSoto Library regarding our August 2009 selection:

A Tree Grows in Brooklynby Betty Smith

The question was asked, “Would you recommend this book to someone else?”

Marie: “Yes! The best yet!”

Georgianna: “Yes.”

Sue: "Yes. A sad period in our history but a very good book."

Vickie: “Yes. I would highly recommend it, especially to older teens and up.”

Jane: “Yes. I thought it was a really good book. I'm surprised I've never read it or seen the movie.”

Janine: “It captures a time and place in a way you won't forget.”

Brenda: "Yes. Excellent description of Brooklyn in the early 20th century."

Ann: "Yes. Should be read by all, just like To Kill a Mockingbird."

AUTHOR VISIT AT GARDNER LIBRARY

Author Sally GoldenbaumWednesday, Sept. 30 • 6:30 p.m.
Do not miss this evening edition of the Gardner Afternoon Adult Book Group when we will visit with local mystery author Sally Goldenbaum. She will talk about her writing and her books, featuring her newest Seaside Knitters title, Patterns in the Sand. Her books will be available for purchase or bring your own for Sally to sign. No registration is necessary.

Gardner Neighborhood Library
137 E. Shawnee St.
Gardner, KS 66030
(913) 856-7223

Directions
When traveling south on Interstate Highway 35, take Gardner exit #210 (175th Street exit). Turn right onto U.S. Highway 56/Main Street in Gardner. Turn right onto N. Elm Street, which is the fourth traffic light from the exit. Turn left onto E. Shawnee Street. The Gardner Library is on the left side of the street.