Do I need to read a specific book before attending?

No, there is no assigned reading. You bring whatever book you are currently reading, whether it is fiction, non-fiction, or an audiobook.

Is registration required to attend this event?

While registration is appreciated to help organizers plan for beverages, it is not required to attend.

Where is the event located and is parking free?

The event is held in the East Meeting Room at the East Regional Library in Durham, which offers free parking in its main lot.

Read & Sip — Durham, NC

Name: Read & Sip
Start: 2026-09-30T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-09-30T23:00:00.000Z
Location: East Regional Library – East Meeting Room

Read & Sip

“Bring your own mug to keep your beverage warm during the reading session.”

When

Next Wednesday

Wed, Sep 30, 2026

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Where

East Regional Library – East Meeting Room

Durham, NC

Ages

Check ages with the venue

Price

Free

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Read & Sip is a relaxed community gathering where participants spend forty-five minutes reading their own books silently before sharing recommendations during a fifteen-minute group discussion. The library provides warm beverages and background music to help you settle in and focus. This free event takes place in the East Meeting Room at the East Regional Library in Durham. It is designed for adults who want to prioritize reading time without the homework of a formal book club. You only need to bring whatever book, e-reader, or audiobook you are currently working on. Free parking is available in the library lot. This gathering is a practical choice for parents who need a designated, quiet hour away from household distractions to finally make progress on their reading lists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to read a specific book before attending?: No, there is no assigned reading. You bring whatever book you are currently reading, whether it is fiction, non-fiction, or an audiobook.
Is registration required to attend this event?: While registration is appreciated to help organizers plan for beverages, it is not required to attend.
Where is the event located and is parking free?: The event is held in the East Meeting Room at the East Regional Library in Durham, which offers free parking in its main lot.

Last updated September 20, 2026

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