Do I need to purchase the book to participate in the club?

No, you do not need to buy the book. Jesmyn Ward's Sing, Unburied, Sing is available to borrow for free through the Durham County Library system in print, e-book, and audiobook formats.

Is there a cost to attend this book club?

This event is completely free to attend, and the library even provides light refreshments for participants during the discussion.

Who should I contact for accessibility accommodations at the library?

For questions about program stimulation levels or to request disability accommodations, you can call the library staff at 919-560-7192.

Colorful Reads Book Club

Name: Colorful Reads Book Club
Start: 2026-09-23T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-09-23T23:30:00.000Z
Location: Southwest Regional Library – Southwest Regional - Children's Programming Room

“Grab the audiobook version to listen during your school run or commute.”

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The Colorful Reads Book Club is a monthly community gathering at the Southwest Regional Library dedicated to discussing fiction by diverse authors featuring characters with varied identities and backgrounds. This month, the group is reading Sing, Unburied, Sing by Jesmyn Ward, which you can borrow from the library system in print, e-book, or audiobook formats. This free event takes place in the Children's Programming Room, making it a comfortable space for parents who need to bring older children along. The library provides light refreshments, and the facility offers free parking in the main lot. If you have questions about accessibility or sensory accommodations, you can contact the library staff directly at 919-560-7192 before you go. Taking a mid-week break for yourself can be tough to schedule, but this evening meetup offers a built-in opportunity to chat with other local adults, share book recommendations, and enjoy some quiet conversation outside the house.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to purchase the book to participate in the club?: No, you do not need to buy the book. Jesmyn Ward's Sing, Unburied, Sing is available to borrow for free through the Durham County Library system in print, e-book, and audiobook formats.
Is there a cost to attend this book club?: This event is completely free to attend, and the library even provides light refreshments for participants during the discussion.
Who should I contact for accessibility accommodations at the library?: For questions about program stimulation levels or to request disability accommodations, you can call the library staff at 919-560-7192.

Last updated September 15, 2026

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Colorful Reads Book Club runs Wed, Sep 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

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Nothing but the kids — this one's free, with no tickets to buy.

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