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Historical Fiction Book Club

Join us to read & discuss Historical Fiction titles.
2026-10-19 17:30:00 2026-10-19 18:30:00 America/New_York Historical Fiction Book Club For the Oct. 19th mtg, we will read Hotel Portofino by J.P. O'Connell. Pick up at the Northeast Branch or place a hold to receive the book. Northeast Branch - Meeting Room

Monday, October 19
5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Northeast Branch

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For the Oct. 19th mtg, we will read Hotel Portofino by J.P. O'Connell. Pick up at the Northeast Branch or place a hold to receive the book.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Books & Authors | Book Club |

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Northeast Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
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We're open 9:00AM to 4:00PM

Mon, Sep 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 18 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 19 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Sep 20 Closed
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The Northeast Branch is located on Rte. 46 in Independence Twp., close to downtown Hackettstown. The branch features a meeting room, public computers, and quiet reading areas.

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