2016 BOOK LIST

MAREN,
CAN WE GET THE 2016 BOOK LIST AS WELL

2017 BOOK LIST

MAREN, CAN WE GET THE 2017 BOOK LIST?

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: DECEMBER MEETING 01/07/18 @ 4:00pm

Maren’s BOOKCLUB

Tonight’s Menu: Maren- Main ~ Ali-Salad & App~ Jocelyn- Dessert~ Julie- Side~ Meriah-Glasses & Drinks

I. Discussion of Maren’s Book (1 hour discussion): Before We Were Yours (352 pgs)

-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.

II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $10 (Need to verify)
-Due today: Julie $10, Ali $10 (Jan free)
-Maren, Jocelyn & Meriah owe $20 (this INCLUDES TODAY’S DUES)

IV. Next Meeting: *******JANUARY28th, 2017?????????
1. Book pick- (Julie)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Meriah)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1, MERIAH-1

V. Announcements:

VI. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
2. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October

VII. New Business:
• At next club Year end book lists
• At next club Year end recap

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

December 3, 2017 Book Club Notes - The Innocent Sleep (Ali’s Pick)

Discussion:
Ali- Liked the twists and turns, but the writing was jumpy. Felt bad for Dillon. Didn’t like the ending. Would Recommend to junk food readers. 2/5
Julie- Snooze fest. Characters all whiney. Dillon was forgotten. Felt like unexperienced writers, but they have other books. Hated it! Would not recommend. 1.5/5
Maren- Glad for twist at the end. Made me think about my own kids and losing them. Would not recommend. 2/5
Jocelyn- I did not enjoy this book. Hated Harry’s whiney personality. Felt somewhat predictable. Thankful for the twists at the end, but hated the ending. Reminded me that I hated the whole book! Would not recommend. 2/5
Meriah- Liked it. Had to skim some parts because the descriptions took forever. Twist was good. Would not recommend. 3/5

Favorite Characters:
Ali- Spencer
Julie- Tangier and Robin’s Dad
Maren- Robins Parents
Jocelyn- Cozimo and Robin’s Dad
Meriah- Cozimo

“I noticed his face was marked with deep grooves; it looked like a map of wrong turns, detours, and cul-de-sacs. It felt like you could almost trace its contours of sadness, joy and disappointment.”

Balance $$$- ????
Julie had paid ahead which covered her through December club.
Maren, Jocelyn, Ali and Meriah owe $10 for December club.

I believe that at next club we should pay as follows: Julie $10, Ali $10 (Jan. free)/ Jocelyn, Maren, and Meriah $20. I believe our balance stands at $10. Confirm with Meriah next club.

Next club is January 7th at Maren’s house
Book Pick is Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate 352ps.

Next Pick is Julie’s………

Book Pick Order- Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn, Ali, Maren

Dinner: Salami, Cheese, and Crackers/ Lasagna/ Julie salad/ Beer and Fizzy Water/ Sea Salt Mousse

Duties: Maren-Main/ Ali- App and Salad/ Julie-Side/ Jocelyn- Dessert/ Meriah-Drinks

Announcements:
Ali- Dosha has cancer. Gearing up for change.
Julie- Teaching 4th grade next year. Chris having surgery on wrist syst.
Maren- Possible new job offer.
Jocelyn- None
Meriah- None

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: NOVEMBER MEETING 12/04/17 @ 4:00pm

Ali’s BOOKCLUB
Tonight’s Menu: Ali- Main ~ Julie-Salad & App~ Maren- Dessert~ Meriah- Side~ Jocelyn-Glasses & Drinks

I. Discussion of Ali’s Book (1 hour discussion): Innocent Sleep by Karen Penny (336 pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.

II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $10 (Need to verify)
-Julie Paid ahead for December club.
-Everyone else owes this club normal dues.

IV. Next Meeting: *******DECEMBER 31st, 2017?????????
1. Book pick- (Maren)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Julie)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1, MERIAH-1

V. Announcements:
• Ali’s- Dosha has cancer in her bladder “Transitional Cell Carcinoma of the Apex”

VI. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
2. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October

VII. New Business:
• At next club Year end book lists
• At next club Year end recap

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

November 5, 2017 Book Club Notes

Ready Player One (Jocelyn’s Pick)
Discussion:
Julie- Eh Category. Too video gamey for me. Not my type of book. Details all over the board. Would recommend to certain people. 3/5.
Maren- Not excited about reading it, but really liked the 80’s stuff. Felt like it dragged on. Love story annoying. Would recommend to certain people. 3/5.
Meriah- Liked it. Can’t wait for movie to come out. Can relate to the video gamer. Loved 80’s references. Would recommend. 3.5/5.
Ali- Liked it a lot. Excited to read it. Don’t like video games, but 80’s referances made it good. Liked the ending. Would recommend. 4/5.
Jocelyn- Loved it. The 80’s referances made the book for me. Kept my attention till the end. Great debut novel. 4/5.

Favorite Characters:
Julie- Og
Maren -Wade
Meriah - Aeh, Wade and Og
Ali- Aeh
Jocelyn -Aeh (Helen Harris)

“People that live in glass houses, should shut the fuck up.”

Balance $$$ - Started the club with $0.
Jocelyn and Julie birthday club/ didn’t pay.
Julie had paid ahead for December club.
Meriah and Ali paid through this club/ will pay at December club.
Maren paid.
I believe our balance stands at $10. Confirm with Meriah next club.

Next club is Dec. 3rd at Ali’s house.
Book pick is The Innocent Sleep by Karen Penny 336pgs.

Next pick is Maren’s……..

Book Pick Order: Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn, Ali

Dinner: Jalapeno Poppers; Pozole; Cornbread; Cesar Salad; Crescent Churros w/ Neapolitan Ice Cream; Beer and Wine.

Duties: Ali-Main; Julie- Salad/App.; Meriah-Side; Jocelyn-Drinks; Maren-Dessert.

Announcements:
Julie- Going back to work. Adam still unemployed. Construction almost wrapped up.
Jocelyn-New roof, first year without buckets. Finished the Beast race, racing with Cypress next.
Ali- Almost have a chicken coop, fighting my chicken fears. Fraud against me by the bank.
Meriah- No announcements.
Maren- Victorious!! Won in court against Mac, but very hard to write out journal against him.

Bookclub This Sunday

Bookclub is this Sunday Ya'll

Jocelyn- Main & App
Julie- Side
Maren- Salad
Ali- Dessert
Meriah Glasses & drinks

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: OCTOBER MEETING 11/05/17 @ 4:00pm

BIRTHDAY BOOKCLUB (Julie & Jocelyn)

Tonight’s Menu:
Jocelyn- Main & App~
Julie-Side~
Maren- Salad~
Ali- Dessert~
Meriah-Glasses & Drinks

I. Discussion of Jocelyn’s Book (1 hour discussion): Ready Player One by Ernest Cline (412 pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.

II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $705 (Need to update)
-Everyone paid to date; Julie paid thru this meeting.

IV. Next Meeting: *******DECEMBER 3rd, 2017
1. Book pick- (Ali)- _a CUCKOOS cALLING By Robert Galbraith (pages 497)??????
2. Book pick- (Maren)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1, MERIAH-1
V. Announcements:

VI. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
2. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October

VII. New Business:
NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

October 1, 2017 Book Club Notes

The Silent Wife (Meriah’s Pick)
Discussion: Meriah- It was eh. Interesting with all the different points of view. Would not recommend. low3/5.
Julie- I agree with eh. Felt like it was a new author. Predictable. Would not recommend. 3/5
Ali- Enjoyed the read. Simple. Happy with the end. Would recommend too junk food readers. 4/5
Jocelyn-Easy read. Very predictable. Classic tale of a woman living under the shadow of verbal abuse. Would not recommend. 2.5/5
Maren- Interesting till the end. Expected more of a twist. Became predictable. 3/5

Favorite Characters:
Meriah- Beryl
Julie- Beryl Ali- Beryl and Robert
Jocelyn- Beryl
Maren- Beryl

She wore adulthood so lightly, as though it were a state to be dipped into when absolutely necessary.

Balance: $$$ - Ali paid $60, Maren, Meriah and Jocelyn paid even, Julie paid ahead 1 month. Not sure of balance after anniversary.

Next club is Jocelyn and Julie’s Birthday club.
Next club is Nov 5th at Jocelyn’s house.

Book pick is Ready Player One by Ernest Cline 374pgs.

Next book pick is Ali. Club date Dec 3rd.

Book Pick Order: Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

Dinner: Lasagna Roll Ups/ Shrimp Pasta/ Kale Salad/ Garlic Pull Apart Bread/ Cherry Pie/ Italian Wine.

Duties: Jocelyn- Main/App; Julie- Side; Maren- Salad; Ali- Dessert/ Meriah- Drinks.

Announcements:
Meriah- Alyssa starts basketball soon.
Julie- I’m exhausted. Living in a construction zone. Back to work Nov. 6th.
Jocelyn- Cy and Mike start climbing at the gym. Spartan race coming up.
Ali- Chickens abut to move outside. Enjoying life.
10 Year Anniversary here we come!!!!

Planning Dates: Make sure you are marking your calendars NOW

Dates to block off and be prepared:

10/01/17: September Bookclub Meeting

10/20/17 - 10/21/17: Bookclub 10 Year Anniversary!!!!!!!! Plan on Friday Night & Saturday morning possibly afternoon (to be discussed at club)


10/29/17: October Bookclub Meeting

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: SEPTEMBER MEETING 10/01/17 @ 4:00pm

Tonight’s Menu: Meriah- Main & App~ Jocelyn-Side~ Ali- Salad~ Maren- Dessert~ Julie-Glasses & Drinks

I. Discussion of Meriah’s Book (1 hour discussion): A Silent Wife by Kerry Fisher (350 pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.

II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $705
[Discuss Hotel Fees for Anniversary- Julie Reimbursment]

-Julie Owe $40 to be current; Ali Owes $30 to be current; Jocelyn Owes $20 to be current.

IV. Next Meeting: *******OCTOBER 29th, 2017????
1. Book pick- (Jocelyn)- __________________________
2. Book pick- (Ali)- Sleeping Beauties By Stephen King
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1, MERIAH-1

V. Announcements:

BOOK CLUB ANNIVESARY CELEBRATION: 10/20/17 (Friday- meet at Hotel get ready for night out on town)
-Discuss plans for Saturday so we can all plan our family lives of when we return, etc……

VI. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
2. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October

VII. New Business:

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

August 27,2017 Book Club Notes

Crimes Against a Book Club (Julie’s Pick)
Discussion: Julie- Pleasantly surprised. Light and funny. LOL a lot. Would recommend. 4/5
Meriah- Laughed at the title, thinking it was going to be a joke. Ended up loving it. Would recommend. 3.5-4/5
Jocelyn- A great refreshing junk food novel. I related with Anne about her mother and brother. Loved the overall happy endings. Loved all the books referenced throughout. Already have recommended. 3.5/5
Maren- Liked it a lot. A fun easy read. Related with Sarah trying to get pregnant. Would recommend. 4/5
Ali- Thoroughly enjoyed. Liked the beginning of each chapter mentioning other books. Liked the plot, such a clever idea. Would recommend. 4/5
Favorite Characters:
Julie- Kim and Chloe
Meriah- Sarah
Jocelyn- Sarah and Chloe
Maren- Chloe and Espie
Ali- Kim and Chloe

Annie didn’t half ass friendship, she used her whole ass.

We can sag and wrinkle without losing our essential beauty. We have to redefine what beauty means to us. We have to choose to love who we are and what we are becoming.

$$$ Balance - $705. Julie and Maren paid even, Jocelyn and Meriah paid ahead $10, Ali will owe $50 next club.

Next club is Oct. 1st at Meriah’s House.
Book pick is The Silent Wife by Kerry Fisher 350pgs

Next book pick is Jocelyn.....
Book Pick Order: Jocelyn, Maren, Ali, Julie, Meriah

Dinner: Chips and Salsa; Chicken; Mashed Potatoes w/Gorgonzola Sauce; Vegi’s; Crème Brule; Pomelos.

Duties: Meriah- Main; Julie- Glasses and Drinks; Jocelyn- Salad; Ali- Side; Maren- Dessert

Announcements:
Meriah- 21st Anniversary, Granddaughter starting Kindergarten.
Ali- None – Nothing positive.
Julie- Housing BS is working out. Next club will be in new house.
Jocelyn- Vacation was great. Cypress starts 8th grade. Mike back to work.
Maren- Lana started Kindergarten.

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: AUGUST MEETING 08/27/17 @ 4:00pm

Tonight’s Menu: Julie- Main & App~ Meriah-Side~ Ali- Salad/Glasses~ Maren- Dessert~ Jocelyn-Drinks

I. Discussion of Julie’s Book (1 hour discussion): Crimes against a Bookclub by Kathy Cooperman (320 pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.
II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $459.00??
-Julie Owe $40 to be current; Ali Owes $30 to be current; Jocelyn Owes $20 to be current.

IV. Next Meeting: *******SEPTEMBER 24th, 2017????
1. Book pick- (Meriah)- __________________________
2. Book pick- (Jocelyn) _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1, MERIAH-1
V. Announcements:

VI. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
VII. New Business:
1. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

July Meeting Minutes 08/06/17

Discussion:
Meriah: Thought it was OK. Didn't like the fake facts and real facts mixed together. Favorite part was in Deadwood. Probably wouldn't recommend. 3/5 stars
Ali: Like it a lot. Loved the Deadwood and leaving Deadwood parts. Have already recommended and leant the book to my co-worker. Liked all the history mixed in to this made up world. 4/5 stars
Julie: Liked it. Had a "Brother Where art thou" feel to it. Liked the Leaving Deadwood scenes. Wanted to know what Jocelyn thought of the Clarified Bear Fat. Would totally recommend. Interesting facts about using pencils to touch up photographs "photoshop" back in the day. Question: What did Marsh mean at the end when he asked Johnson if he could get the bones back and Johnson said No and Marsh said "Then it's all gone!" What did that mean? 4/5 stars
Maren: Really liked it. Had some weird loose ends like the stripper chick he wanted to go back to Cheyenne for and the Emily escapade. Favorite part was Leaving Deadwood. 4/5 stars
Jocelyn: Really enjoyed it. Loved the history facts. Interesting it was written before Jurassic Park and was published after he dies. Might recommend. 3.5/5 stars.

FAVORITE CHARACTERS:
Meriah: Johnson & Cope
Ali: Little Wind & Johnson
Julie: Emily
Maren: Chang's Son
Jocelyn: Cope & Johnson

Treasury book not present at club:
Julie paid $60 paid thru September
Ali Owes $40 to be current
Jocelyn Owes $30 to be current
Maren Owes $10
Meriah ????


Next Bookclub: August 27th at Meriah's House- Meriah Birthday Bookclub and Pool time!!!

Next Book: Crimes against a bookclub by Kathy Cooperman

Meriah next Book pick

Menu: Main & App- Julie
Side- Meriah
Slad- Ali
Dessert- Maren
Drinks- Jocelyn



Pie to the face went down-awesomesauce

Announcements:
Julie: Had a baby girl- Ayla; Buy & selling a house at the same time. Chris quit his job and is going into sales for Ledyard with growth opportunities.
Maren: Lana is going to Kindergarten
Meriah: Work, work, work; Theather camp for a month; fun time with husband; Shannon will be driving buses for YMCA; Meriah has high blood pressure
Ali: New Tattoo, New Chickens, was a first responder in a gnarly dirt bike accident; Lovin Life!!!

Meriah- BRING GLASSES/Arrive by 445pm

Meriah: You have the club Glasses. Please bring them to club or arrange for them to be picked up prior to club.

Please arrive no later then 445pm. Please make arrangements to be at club before 5pm so food prep and discussion time are no interrupted.

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: JULY MEETING 08/06/17 @ 4:00pm

Tonight’s Menu: Ali- Main & App~ Julie-Salad~ Joe- Side~ Maren- Drink~/Meriah-Glasses & Dessert

I. Discussion of Maren’s Book (1 hour discussion): Dragon’s Teeth (320 pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.

II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $459.00??
-Julie Owe $40 to be current; Ali Owes $30 to be current; Jocelyn Owes $20 to be current.

IV. Next Meeting: *******AUGUST 27th, 2017????
1. Book pick- (Julie)- __________________________
2. Book pick- (Meriah) _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1, MERIAH-1

****PIE TO MERIAH’s FACE

V. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW

VI. New Business:
1. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

July 2, 2017 Book Club Notes

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks (Maren’s Pick)
Discussion: Maren- Liked it. More clinical than expected. Wanted more about the families lives. Would recommend to certain people. 3.5/5
Ali- Liked it. A little text booky at times, but feel more educated. Shocked that our cells can be taken and used. Would recommend to certain people with a disclaimer. 5/5
Jocelyn- Loved it. Very educational. At times, I would be wishing for a fictional story, but as soon as I started in I would be instantly hooked again. Liked the back and forth between the two stories. Would recommend to certain people. 4.5/5
Meriah- Liked it. Loved the family story. Sometimes too much like a textbook. Kind of a hard book about HeLa cells. Would not recommend. 3/5
Julie- I enjoyed the book. It was very interesting. Lots of names and dates which made it difficult to keep track of the story at times. Would recommend. 3/5

Favorite Characters:
Maren-Deborah and Devon
Ali- Deborah, Devon and Christoph Jocelyn- HeLa cells and Rebecca Skloot
Meriah- Rebecca
Julie- Rebecca Skloot and Deborah

HeLa cells grown so far in the world weigh 50 metric tons = 110,231 lbs.

$$$ Balance -459?? Maren and Meriah paid to current. Next club Julie will owe $40, Ali will owe $30, and Jocelyn will owe $20.

Next club is Aug 6th at Ali’s House.
Book Pick is Dragon’s Teeth by Michael Crichton 320pgs.
Next book pick is Julie…….?

Book Pick Order: Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn, Maren, Ali

Dinner: Burrito Bowls; Chips and Salsa; Wine/Beer

Duties: Ali - Main/App; Julie -Salad; Joe - Side; Maren -Drinks; Meriah - Glasses/Dessert
Pie to the face for Meriah still owed. If we don’t pie her at next club, she is off the hook.
Announcements:
Ali- Just got back from Aunties new house in Ren with Justin, Yikes!! Dealing with harassment from Jake. Jocelyn- Mongo the new kitten has joined our family. LPRT play starting this month.
Meriah- Disneyland was great. Went to Solvang and ostrich farm. The Cowboy is the Cowboy.
Maren- Went camping in Santa Rosa, super fun! Mac is getting married again, Yuck!!

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- JUNE (07-02-17) 4:30PM

Tonight’s Menu: Maren- Main & App/ Julie-Salad & dessert/ Ali- Side/ Jocelyn- Drinks

I. Discussion of Maren’s Book (1 hour discussion): The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks (381 pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.


II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $459.00
-Julie Owes $30 to be current, Ali, Meriah, Maren & Jocelyn Owe $20 to be current

VI. Next Meeting: *******AUGUST 27th, 2017????
1. Book pick- (Ali)- Dragon’s Teeth by Michael Crichton
2. Book pick- (Julie) _______________________

3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1, MERIAH-1

****PIE TO MERIAH’s FACE

V. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
VI. New Business:
1. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

May 21, 2017 Book Club Notes

The Round House (Jocelyn’s Pick)

Discussion:
Julie- Didn’t like it in the beginning, to heartbreaking. Ended up really enjoying it. Wordy at times, but liked the grammar. Would recommend. 3.5/5
Jocelyn- I liked it. Learned a lot about living on a Reservation and the laws that apply. Loved that it was told through a 13-year-old boys point of view. Would recommend. 3.5/5
Ali- Yawning in the beginning, then became intrigued. Liked the 80’s descriptions. Loved the frienships. Felt educated. Would recommend. 3/5
Maren- Hard to get into. Lots of characters, but well written. Liked that the village fed everyone. Would recommend. 4/5
Meriah- DID NOT FINISH. WILL GET PIE TO THE FACE!!
Favorite Characters: Julie- Cappy and Mooshum Jocelyn- Father Travis and Cappy Ali- Cappy and Linda Maren- Linda, Aunt Clemance, and Grandma

“How funny, strange, that a thing can grow so powerful even when planted in the wrong place.”

$$$ Balance- $459. Next club: Julie will owe $30; Ali, Jocelyn, Maren and Meriah will owe $20. Next club is July 2nd at Maren’s House. Book Pick is The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks 381 pgs. Next pick is Ali’s: dRAGON'S tEETH BY mICHAEL cRICHTON.

Book Pick Order: Ali, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn, Maren

Dinner: Chips/Guacamole and Chips; Turkey Tacos; Salad; Maren’s homemade cookies and Ice Cream; Beer

Duties: Maren-Main/App; Ali-Side; Julie-Salad/Dessert; Jocelyn-Drinks

Announcements: Julie- I’m married!!! Ayla is due June 18th Jocelyn- Sotero is moved out!!! Maren- I really like Maro now. Ali- Still going to Tennessee. “Boyfriend” is doing well.
Need to talk with Meriah about club. Used to try hard to be a part of things once a month. Need to figure out work schedule.

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- MAY (05-21-17) 4:30PM

Tonight’s Menu: Jocelyn- Main & App/ Maren-Salad & dessert/ Julie- Side/ Ali- Drinks

I. Discussion of Jocelyn’s Book (1 hour discussion): The Round House by Louise Erdrich (317 pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.


II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $??????
-Everyone is current

VI. Next Meeting: *******JUNE 25th, 2017??
1. Book pick- (Ali)- The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith (497pgs)?????
2. Book pick- (Maren) _______________________

3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1

V. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
VI. New Business:
1. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

April 23, 2017 Book Club Notes

Circling the Sun (Meriah’s Pick)
Discussion:
Meriah- This was a last-minute pick, really liked it. Outside my comfort zone, not being my typical pick. Liked the main character’s sense of freedom. Would recommend to certain to people. 3.5/5
Ali- I didn’t like this book. I could fold and do my laundry with this in the background on my TV. I just didn’t like the main character, she was a hollow soul. Would not recommend. 3/5
Jocelyn- Historical Fiction is my favorite! Loved learning about Africa. I loved that Beryl stood up to society’s staunch ways. She was a true free spirit. Would recommend to certain people. 4/5
Maren- Liked in the beginning, but then it got slow. Wondered the whole time why none of the guys mentioned her scars. I thought it would end different. Interesting that everyone was poor, but still had servants. Would not recommend. 3.5/5
Julie- Hated it! This book could not keep my attention. I kept waiting for Deny’s to come out. Hated the deformed baby. Would not recommend. 2/5

Favorite Characters: Meriah- Kippi/Ruta Ali- Karen Jocelyn- Berkley Maren- Lady D and Cockie Julie- Bueller (dog) and Pegasus (horse)

“I’ve never travelled” I told her. “Oh, you absolutely should,” she insisted, “if only so that you can come home and really see it for what it is. That’s my favorite part.” -Karen

$$$ Balance: ??? No total from Meriah. Ali paid previous balance of $30 and for club. Maren paid previous balance of $10 and this club was a free Birthday Club!! Jocelyn and Meriah paid. Julie owes.
Next club is May 21st at Jocelyn’s House. Book pick is The Round House by Louise Erdrich 317pgs. Next pick is Ali’s……… Book Pick Order: Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn
Dinner: Chips and Salas; Spaghetti; Rosemary Garlic Bread; Crème Brulee W/ Strawberries; Red Wine and Strawberry Lainey.
Duties: Jocelyn- Main and App; Maren- Salad and Dessert; Julie- Side; Ali- Drinks.


Announcements: Ali- Going to Tennesse & has a new boyfriend. Julie- Mason’s Birthday Party on May 7th 1:00 @ Hylands. I’m engaged. Wedding date August 5, 2018. Selling the house this summer. Baby Brunch this Saturday @ East End Eatery 11:00. We are registered at Baby’s R Us and Amazon. Meriah- Alyssa is turning 10. Bought a new car. Shannon turning 45. Going to Disneyland on June 23rd. Had a great Easter Party. Maren- Wants to be 40 and pregnant. Jocelyn- Mike and Cypress went to Comicon and had a blast. Cypress ramping up for Terrain racing. In the process of kicking Sotero out.

VI. Next Meeting: *******May 21st, 2017??

Ladies please have your calendars handy. May is notorious for throwing us all for a loop with kid schedules, etc... Please look and see if the 21st will work for all of you. If it doesnt please have a couple propsed back up dates ready for discussion and compromise.

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- APRIL (04-23-17) 4:30PM

Tonight’s Menu: Meriah- Main/ Julie-Glasses-App-Salad/ Ali- Side/ Jocelyn- Dessert/Maren- Drinks


I. Discussion of Meriah’s Book (1 hour discussion): Circling The Sun by Paula McLain (390 pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.


II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $300.00??????
-Everyone but Ali is current
-Ali Owes $40 next club to be current

VI. Next Meeting: *******May 21st, 2017??
1. Book pick- (Jocelyn)- ______________________
2. Book pick- (Ali) _______________________

3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1

V. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
VI. New Business:
1. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

Emory’s Gift (Julie’s Pick)-March 26, 2017 Book Club Notes

Discussion: Maren- So much build up to get to the message. Cute but corny. Would recommend 4/5
Jocelyn- A sad tale told in a flowing style. Would not recommend. 3/5
Ali- It was sad. Very emotional. Dragged a bit, but could relate with losing a mother. Would not recommend. 3/5
Julie- Hokey. Expected more. Didn’t like the “man bear” aspect. Would recommend to certain people. 3/5
Meriah- Liked the book. Cute. Would recommend. 3/5

Favorite Characters: Maren- Beth Jocelyn- Jules McHenry and Beth Ali- McHenry Julie- ? Meriah- Emory

$$$ Balance: No Meriah to find out current balance??? Jocelyn, Julie and Meriah are paid to current month. Ali will owe $40 at next meeting to be current. Maren will owe $10 for this month to be current, but next meeting will be birthday freebie.

Next Club is April 23rd at Meriah’s House. Book is Circling the Sun by Paula McLain 400pgs.

Next pick is Jocelyn’s……?

Book Order Pick: Jocelyn, Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah

Dinner: Chips and Salsa; Chicken Tacos; Chocolate Chunks; Winter Citrus Sparklers.

Duties: Meriah- Main; Julie- Apps/ Glasses/ Salad; Ali- Side; Jocelyn-Dessert; Maren- Drinks

Announcements: Ali- Going to Tennessee. Being pursued is fun. Jocelyn- Going to Archery tournament and Spartan Race. Julie- DONE being pregnant!! Going to Maui on Saturday. Maren- Got Finn’s haircut.

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- MARCH (03-26-17) 4:30PM

Tonight’s Menu:
Julie- Main/ Maren-Glasses-App-Salad/ Jocelyn- Side/ Meriah- Dessert/Ali- Drinks

I. Discussion of Maren’s Book (1 hour discussion): Emory’s Gift by Bruce W. Cameron (360 pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.


II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $300.00??????
-Julie, Jocelyn & Meriah paid thru March
-Maren is current
-Ali Owes $30 next club to be current

VI. Next Meeting: *******APRIL 23rd, 2017??
1. Book pick- (Meriah)- ______________________
2. Book pick- (Jocelyn) _______________________

3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1

V. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
VI. New Business:
1. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

February 26, 2017 Book Club Notes - Revival by Stephen King (Maren’s Pick)

Discussion:
Julie- Stephen King has run out of ideas. Did NOT like. Felt like a repeat story. Would never recommend ever. 1/5
Jocelyn- Found it very boring. Still had Stephen King’s cool writing style with good phrases. Wanted more creep. Would never recommend. 1/5
Ali- HATED IT!!! Feeling very disappointed in Stephen King. Repeat from many past books. BORED. Would never recommend. 1/5
Maren- I liked it. Quick read. Liked that it was a short Stephen King book. Liked the alchemy aspect. Would not recommend. 3/5
Meriah-Not a fan. Like his writing style, but the end was the same as always. Would not recommend. 2/5

Stephan King books that this one referenced or seemed like: It, Mr. Mercedes, Dr. Sleep, 4th and 6th Dark Tower

“You know when lightning is going to come, because there’s a breathless feeling in the air. A feeling of…I don’t know…an unburned burning.”

Favorite Characters: Julie- Bree Jocelyn- None Ali- Hugh Maren- Claire Meriah- None

$$$ Balance:
Still don’t know?
Julie, Jocelyn and Meriah prepaid through March, Maren paid back dues and is current, Ali will need $30 at next club to be paid up.

Next club is March 26th at Julie’s House.

Book is Emry’s Gift by Bruce W. Cameron 360pgs. Next pick is Meriah’s……? Club date possibly April 23rd.

Book Pick Order: Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn, Ali, Maren

Dinner: Cornbread; Shaken Beef w/ Rice; Broccoli Cabbage Salad; Doughnut Holes; Caribbean Mules/Beer.

Duties: Julie-Main; Maren-Glasses/App/Salad; Jocelyn-Side; Meriah-Dessert; Ali-Drinks

Announcements:
Julie- It’s a girl!!! Ayla June “AJ”. Baby Brunch Walk on April 29th Jocelyn- Sotero finally got his license and Cypress got his first stitches. Ali- Cable guy was hot!!! Maren- Still hate Mac. Started getting paid to do surveys. Meriah- Going to a concert in April.

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- FEBRUARY (02-26-17) 4:30PM

Tonight’s Menu:
Maren- Main/ Ali-Glasses-App-Salad/ Meriah- Side/ Julie- Dessert/Jocelyn- Drinks

I. Discussion of Maren’s Book (1 hour discussion): Revival by Stephen King (385 pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.


II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $300.00??????
-Maren Owes $20 this club
-Julie paid ahead for February & March

VI. Next Meeting: *******MARCH 26th, 2017??

1. Book pick- (Julie)- Emory’s Gift by W. Bruce3 Cameron (360pgs) ?????
2. Book pick- (Meriah) _______________________

3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1

V. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
VI. New Business:
1. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

January 29, 2017 Book Club Notes - Origin (Ali’s Pick)

Discussion:
Julie- Thought it was ok. Entertaining. Would not recommend, unless on vacation. 3/5
Ali- Found it alluring. Liked it, entertained. Would not recommend. 3/5
Meriah- Not bad. Didn’t like the repeating of information. Would not recommend. 3/5
Maren- Liked. Consider it a beach read. The love story annoyed me. 3/5
Jocelyn- Considered it junk food. Thought it would be more about her adventure outside. Dragged a lot. Would not recommend. 2.5/5

“Your eyes are like bits of the sky seen through the leaves. Like the rain washes the mud from the leaves. You wash the darkness from the world.”

Favorite Characters: Julie- No Favorite Ali- Alai, Uncle Antonio and Eio Meriah- Eio Maren- Uncle Antonio Jocelyn- Alai and Ami

$$$ Balance: $....close to $300??? Jocelyn, Julie and Meriah paid up, Maren $20 next club, Julie paid ahead for February and March, Ali’s Birthday club…..free

Next club is February 26th at Maren’s house. Book is Revival by Stephen King 385pgs

Next pick is Julie’s….Emory’s Gift by W. Bruce Cameron 360pgs

Book Pick Order: Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn, Ali, Maren

Dinner: Chips and Salsa; Brea ball; Chicken Spinach Enchiladas; Cuban Beans; Coleslaw; Blueberry Coffee Cake; Absolute Manderine Punch.

Duties: Maren-main; Ali-Glasses/App/Salad; Meriah-side; Julie-dessert; Jocelyn-drinks

Announcements:
Ali- Birthday Month!! Harsh break up, rolling with the punches. Got great socks.
Meriah- Alyssa cut off all her hair. In the market for a new car. Looking at Toyota 4Runners. Maureen got in an accident. Maren- Only have to deal with Mac 2x a week now. Liam is potty trained. Left Alanon for Women’s bible study. Jocelyn- Crashed my Trucky, now the owner of a Subaru. Sotero is actually going to Cabrillo. Cypress is playing Basketball and Wrestling. Julie- Lived with mom for part of the storm. Back home now. Find out baby gender on Feb. 1st. Adopted 2 year old Pixie.

SCMBOOKCLUB AGENDA- JANUARY (01-29-17) 4:30PM

Tonight’s Menu: Ai-Main/** Meriah- Side/**Jocelyn-Apps-Glasses-Salad/**Maren- Dessert/**Julie-Drinks
I. Discussion of Ali’s Book (1 hour discussion): Origin by Jessica Khoury (319 pgs)
-All members MUST be prepared to have discussion of something about the book; to evoke discussion with each question.


II.Call to order by Ali Scontrino

III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $285.00
-Meriah, Julie & Jocelyn Owe $20 this club

VI. Next Meeting: *******FEBRUARY 26th, 2017
1. Book pick- (Maren) _____________________
2. Book pick- (Julie) _______________________

3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]-
4. *Books Not finished Count: - MAREN-1

V. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
VI. New Business:
1. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)-10 Year Anniversary Photo shoot next October

NOTE: Book Order- Ali, Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn

January 1, 2017 Book Club Minutes: Beauty Queens (Jocelyn’s Pick)

Discussion:
Meriah- Really funny, liked the survival aspect. Kept rolling the whole time. Loved the characters. Already recommended. 3/5
Ali- Liked the book, love island survival stuff. Liked how the girls developed their survival skills. Liked the ending. Really glad I finished. Already recommended. 3/5
Maren- In the beginning I didn’t like. Irritated by the commercial breaks. Overall I liked in the end. Reminded me of shows I watch. 3.5/5
Jocelyn- Laughed a lot more than I expected, very entertaining. Loved the commercial breaks and the look into the future at the end. Would recommend to certain people. 3.5/5
Julie-Very entertaining. Laughed out loud at the absurdities. Would recommend to certain people for junk food. 3.5/5

“It’s always darkest before the ultimate sparkle.”

Favorite Characters: Meriah- Taylor, Mary Lou and Lady Hope Ali- Taylor, Sinjin, Petra and Jennifer Maren- Taylor, MoMo and General Good Times Jocelyn- Mary Lou, Sinjin and Sosie Julie- Taylor and Petra

$$$ Balance: $285 Maren is paid up. Meriah, Julie and Jocelyn will owe $20 at next club. Ali’s Birthday club next month…freebie

Next Book Club is Jan 29th at Ali’s house Book is Origin by Jessica Khoury 313pgs Next pick is Maren…..??

Book Pick Order: Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn, Ali

Duties: Ali-Main; Meriah-Side; Jocelyn-Apps/Glasses/Side; Maren-dessert; Julie-Drinks


Dinner: Jalapeno cheese dip w/crackers; Pesto zoodles w/meatballs; Pesto noodles; Raspberry cookie and brownie bites w/tin roof sundae ice cream; Moscow Mules

Announcements: Julie- Genetic counseling appointment w/ great numbers. Baby is amazing! Maren- Have a good custody schedule with Mac Jocelyn- Had a great holiday!! Meriah- No announcements. Ali- Divorced, motor home gone, roomie gone. House to myself.