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LWV of South Central Texas
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Hallettsville, TX 77964
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Welcome to our League Book Group!

 

As our League grows, we are discovering that those who are attracted to the League's mission and vision are also readers.  And, we are readers who enjoy other readers!

What are we reading? We read what captures our imagination and is fodder for good discussion. Check out the books that we have read, and the book that we have chosen for next time. Participation is open to members and friends. We promise a good community, interesting discussion, and a judgement free zone even if you didn't get all the way through the book we're discussing.

The Book Group meets every odd month (January, March, May, July, September and November) via Zoom to discuss a book.  In the months in between Book Group zoom calls we meet face to face for some social time.  Look back here to find out where we will be meeting up!

Let us know you are interested in the Book Group by adding your name to the Book Group on the Interests page

In October, we will have a Book Group Social on Wednesday, October 18, 4:00 pm at Las Fuentes in La Grange (658 S Jefferson St). All are welcome (even if you do not regularly participate in Book Group discussions).

Our next book discussion meeting is on Wednesday, November 15, 7:00 pm via Zoom
Our book for this meeting is Betty Ford: First Lady, Woman's Advocate, Survivor, Trailblazer by Lisa McCubbin


Zoom Link for all book group meetings:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87609306851?pwd=aWcrMzY2VzBjbWRjbzZ1a0JjMkdUUT09

Meeting ID: 876 0930 6851
Passcode: 790357

To connect via telephone:
Use any of the following numbers:
        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
        +1 719 359 4580 US
        +1 253 205 0468 US


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Recent Blogs
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Our Next Book: Betty Ford: First Lady, Women's Advocate, Survivor, Trailblazer by Lisa McCubbin

Betty Ford: First Lady, Women’s Advocate, Survivor, Trailblazer is the inspiring story of an ordinary Midwestern girl thrust onto the world stage and into the White House under extraordinary circumstances. Setting a precedent as First Lady, Betty Ford refused to be silenced by her critics as she publicly championed equal rights for women, and spoke out about issues that had previously been taboo—breast cancer, depression, abortion, and sexuality. Privately, there were signs something was wrong. After a painful intervention by her family, she admitted to an addiction to alcohol and prescription drugs. Her courageous decision to speak out publicly sparked a national dialogue, and in 1982, she co-founded the Betty Ford Center, which revolutionized treatment for alcoholism and inspired the modern concept of recovery.

Lisa McCubbin also brings to light Gerald and Betty Ford’s sweeping love story: from Michigan to the White House, until their dying days, their relationship was that of a man and woman utterly devoted to one another other—a relationship built on trust, respect, and an unquantifiable chemistry.

Based on intimate in-depth interviews with all four of her children, Susan Ford Bales, Michael Ford, Jack Ford, and Steven Ford, as well as family friends, and colleagues, Betty Ford: First Lady, Women’s Advocate, Survivor, Trailblazer is a deeply personal, empathic portrait of an outspoken First Lady, who was first and foremost a devoted wife and mother. With poignant details and rare insight, McCubbin reveals a fiercely independent woman who had a lively sense of humor, unwavering faith, and an indomitable spirit—the true story behind one of the most admired and influential women of our time.

Check out this book on Amazon.

 
Our Next Book Group Meeting:
Wednesday, November 15, 7:00 pm via Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87609306851?pwd=aWcrMzY2VzBjbWRjbzZ1a0JjMkdUUT09

Meeting ID: 876 0930 6851
Passcode: 790357

To connect via telephone:
Use any of the following numbers:
        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
        +1 719 359 4580 US
        +1 253 205 0468 US

Join the Book Group Interest Group to receive notifications of Book Group meetings and books.

The League of Women Voters of South Central Texas is a 501(c)3 nonprofit and tax exempt organization.
Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowable under the law. Tax identification number: 
82-5336795