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The DC Library offers a variety of book clubs for people to gather and discuss their love for books. Please note that sometimes book club events will be canceled on put off due to unexpected situations. Here are some of the book clubs.

Captain Hill Reads

This group meets at 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month to discuss recent literary fiction titles. We have many meeting places throughout the Capitol Hill neighborhood including the Southeast and Northeast libraries, community centers, restaurants, and coffee shops. To find out what we are reading and where the next month's meeting will be held, send an email to [email protected].

Books & Bars Book Club

Join us at Gordon Biersch at 9th and F streets NW on the third Wednesday of each month. Books&Bars is a book club that provides delicious food, fresh drink, a comfortable atmosphere and great discussion on today’s most interesting books. For more information, Please contact KariMitchell at [email protected].

A Song of Ice and Fire Book Club

This club reads the series by George R. R. Martin. The popular HBO show, Game of Thrones, is based on his series. We meet on the last Wednesday of every month at Petworth Citizen at 829 Upshur Street NW. Write to Lisa at [email protected] if you have any questions. 

Cleveland Park Library Mystery Book Club

This club meets on the first Thursday of each month at Teaism, 400 8th Street, NW, downstairs.  The group chooses the books each month or two to three months in advance. All types of crime writing are considered. Monthly notices are sent by emails. You can call us at 202-282-3023 for more information.

21. What do we learn about Capitol Hill Reads?

A. It reads all types of crime writing.

B. Its events are held in the early morning.

C. Its events take place in different places.             

D. It provides food for members for free.

22. Who will go to the club on the last Wednesday of every month?

A. Fans of HBO shows.             

B. Fans of George R. R. Martin’s books.

C. People who are fond of literary fiction titles.

D. People interested in different types of novels.

23. What’s the purpose of the writer’s writing this passage?

A. To introduce some book clubs.

B. To introduce some fantastic books.

C. To give advice on reading.

D. To give advice on choosing book clubs.