The Barga Book Club opens its first page at L’Osteria in Piazza Angelio next Tuesday, the 7th April. As it is their first meeting they will not discussing a specific book but will be using the time to getting to know each other, discussing organisation of the group, purchasing books etc. As Julie Flynn-Ciniglio, one of the main promoters of this club says, the reading group is not intended as a bunch of expats sitting around discussing the current economic crisis, falling pound/dollar etc. or even over-intellectualising heavy-going political novels. She believes that it is a good opportunity to bring together a group of people who love books and make new friends in a relaxed atmosphere over a glass of wine and Tuscan nibbles…. courtesy of Riccardo at the L’Osteria in Piazza Angelio.
She went on to say “I think it would be a good opportunity to promote local authors or authors connected with Barga by selecting their books and inviting them along to future meetings to discuss their books. I will be approaching a number of writers in this regard.
Anyone can attend the meetings, whatever their native tongue. It’s not compulsory to read the books but recommended, obviously. Everyone will also get a chance to select a book of their choice.
The meetings are held every first Tuesday of the month from 7-10 (approx.) at the Osteria in Piazz’Angelio. There’s a monthly charge of EURO 12 payable to Riccardo at the Osteria on the night. This covers a variety of Tuscan appetizers, wine, water and coffee.
To make things easier for Riccardo, those wishing to attend should contact me at barga14@gmail.com by the morning of the Monday before the meeting to confirm attendance. I can then pass on numbers to Riccardo.
