SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: DECEMBER MEETING 12/30/18 @ 4:00pm

Meriah’s BOOKCLUB

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

I. Discussion of Meriah’s Book (1 hour discussion): Stranger in the Woods by Anni Taylor (394 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? ** Meriah & Ali Owe $20 this club;
Jocelyn & Julie do not Owe this club- BIRTHDAY CLUB!!!!

IV. Next Meeting: *******February 3rd, 2019!
1. Book pick- (Jocelyn)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Ali)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - CLEAN SLATE_______________________ 😊
V. Announcements:
11 YEARS BITCHES!!!!!!!!!!!!!- WE ROCK!!!!
VI. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
2. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)- 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 2, 2018 The Power (Julie’s Pick)

Discussion:
Julie- Did not like it! Hard to find motivation to read. Only finished because it was my pick. This book was one woman’s protest. Written in metaphors. Would not recommend. 2/5
Meriah- Started to get bored in the middle. It was sad to see women turning so evil. Mixed feelings as to whether I liked. Would recommend. 3.2/5
Jocelyn- Not a fan of this book. Hated the authors writing style. It was so choppy and felt like she never finished what she was talking about. I did like her perspective on how women would be equally evil when given power. Hated the end! Would not recommend. 2/5
Maren- Started and thought this was going to be an interesting read, but no. Would not recommend, I never want to think about it again. 1.8/5
Ali- Thought it was terrible. Had to force myself to read it. Didn’t expect women to be so evil. Hated the writing style. Would not recommend ever! 2/5

Favorite Characters:
Julie- Roxy
Meriah- Roxy
Jocelyn- Roxy
Maren- Roxy and Margo
Ali- Roxy

“The shape of power is always the same, it is the shape of a tree. Root to tip, central trunk branching and rebranching. Spreading wider in ever-thinner stretching fingers. The shape of power is the outline of a living thing straining outward, sending its fine tendrils a little further and a little further yet.”

Balance $$$- $10? Maren paid. Ali and Meriah owe $20 next club. Jocelyn and Julie got free Birthday club.

Next club is December 30th at Meriah’s House

Book Pick is Stranger in the Woods by Anni Taylor 394pgs

Next club will be February 3rd - Jocelyn’s pick

Dinner: Crackers with Olive Tapenade and Cheese/ Chicken Soup/ Bread/ Spinach Salad/ Caramel Ice Cream over Brownies (Hippy Ho Ho’s)/ Champaign with Hard Cider and Apple Cider.

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

Announcements:
Julie- 1 of 5 essays done, 1 of 2 books done and 1of 2 multiple choice tests done!
Ali- Birthday Party save the date 1/26/19. Dosha is better then ever. Vet can’t believe she is still alive.
Meriah- Monday 12/17/18 Cowboy Christmas Party.

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: NOVEMBER MEETING 12/02/18 @ 4:00pm

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

I. Discussion of Maren’s Book (1 hour discussion): The Power by Naomi Alderman (400 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: $000.00 ** Jocelyn & Julie do not Owe this club- BIRTHDAY CLUB!!!!

IV. Next Meeting: *******December 30th, 2018!
1. Book pick- (Meriah)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Jocelyn)- _______________________

3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )

4. *Books Not finished Count: - CLEAN SLATE_______________________ 😊

V. Announcements:
11 YEARS BITCHES!!!!!!!!!!!!!- WE ROCK!!!!

VI. Old Business:
1. Quarter Sleeves & Sweatshirts- (Ali or Meriah)-HOLDING OFFF FOR NOW
2. Pin up photo shoot (Ali has hair & makeup person)- 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 4, 2018 The Girl Who Lived (Maren’s Pick)

Discussion:
Maren- Really didn’t like this book. Annoyed by Faith the whole time. I guess it was a little bit fun with the who done it pace. Would not recommend. 2/5
Ali- Liked it! Kept thinking about my Faith though. The last 60 pages I was on the edge of my seat. I had to know. Would recommend. 3/5
Jocelyn- This book was eh for me. It was fast paced which made it easy to read, but I wasn’t dying to know. I didn’t note anything while reading. Overall I was annoyed by the story and characters. Would not recommend. 2/5
Julie- I thought it was horrible! So, redundant. Interesting at first but the writing lacked depth. Stupid! The end was SO dumb. Would never recommend. 2/5
Meriah (view from afar)- I liked the book, but the main girl bugged me. Didn’t see the twists coming. 3/5

Favorite Characters:
Maren- Mrs. Henderson (crazy old mom)
Ali- Robert and Faith
Jocelyn- Didn’t really have one, Tommy maybe
Julie- Tommy
Meriah- Lionel Walker and Mrs. Henderson

Balance $$$- No one paid because this was officially October’s club. We all start fresh at Dec 2nd club. Jocelyn and Julie don’t pay next club because they are BIRTHDAY girls!

Next club is December 2nd at Julie’s House
Book Pick is The Power by Naomi Alderman 400pgs
Next club will be December 30th
Next pick is Meriah’s…….

Dinner: Zucchini Rollups/ Spaghetti with Vegi and Meat/ Meatballs/ Citrus Salad/ Garlic Bread/ Wine and Cherry Coconut Fizzy Water

Duties: Julie- Main/ Maren- App and Salad/ Meriah- Side/ Jocelyn- Dessert/ Ali- Drinks
Announcements:
Maren- Having a baby tomorrow.
Jocelyn- Local chili cookoff was great! Mike was a very sexy judge.
Ali- One year since Doaha was diagnosed with cancer. She was given 6 month – a year to live. I believe CBD and mushrooms have saved her.

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: OCTOBER MEETING 11/04/18 @ 4:00pm Maren’s BOOKCLUB

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

I. Discussion of Maren’s Book (1 hour discussion): The Girl Who Lived by Christopher Greyson (296 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: $000.00 ** SHOULD WE WAIT UNTIL THE OFFICIAL NOVEMBER CLUB TO PAY DUES 11/25/18??

IV. Next Meeting: *******November 25th, 2018????
1. Book pick- (Julie)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Meriah)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - CLEAN SLATE_______________________ 😊

V. Announcements:
11 YEARS BITCHES!!!!!!!!!!!!!- WE ROCK!!!!


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

October 2, 2018 The Hatching (Ali’s Pick)- September Meeting

Discussion:
Ali- Truly enjoyed. Glad it’s not a dud. Ready for the sequel, must know what is going to happen. I really wanted the world to end. Would recommend. 3/5.
Julie- Loved the short chapters, it kept it fast paced. Desperation CA is Boulder Creek. Finally got to a point when it wasn’t scary anymore. Maybe will read other books? Already recommended. 4/5
Jocelyn- I loved this book! Loved the concept of our demise. Liked the character jumping, keeping only a few true characters. The junk food pace kept it fun. I learned a lot while reading this book. 4/5
Maren- Liked it. Really scared of spiders, but I always save them. 4/5
Meriah- Liked it a lot. Characters were a bit overwhelming. Loved picturing the spider wave. Loved the short chapters, they helped me read faster. Want to finish the series. Would recommend. 3/5

Favorite Characters:
Ali- Melanie, Mike, Shotgun and Fred
Julie- Melanie and Mike
Jocelyn- Shotgun, Gordo, Fred, Amy and Claymore
Maren- Mike Rich
Meriah- Melanie and Mike Rich

“While it may be hard to comprehend in an age of technology and terrorism, the threat we are facing appears to be a natural one.”

Balance $$$- Everyone will be paid up and ready for La Fondue. At the November club we start fresh.
Next club is Nov 4th (OCTOBER CLUB)at Maren’s House
Book Pick is The Girl Who Lived by Christopher Greyson 296pgs.
Next Pick is Julie’s……

Dinner: Bruschetta/ Clam Pasta/ Brussel Sprouts/ Kale Salad/ Apple Pie with Caramel Ice Cream/ Lemon/Mango Vodka and Dragon Fruit Ginger Beer.

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

Announcements:
Anniversary celebration at La Fondue on 10/20
Julie- Going back to school, will be really busy. Warning to us, might not be able to finish book club books.
Maren- Due date November 10th. Delivering at Dominican
Meriah- Going to be Freddy Cougar for Halloween.
Jocelyn- Great Archery tournament last weekend, Super fun. Cy going to start studying for driver’s permit.

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: SEPTEMBER MEETING 10/07/18 @ 4:00pm Ali’s BOOKCLUB

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

I. Discussion of Ali’s Book (1 hour discussion): The Hatching By Ezekiel Boone (329 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
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III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $370.00?
-Ali, Jocelyn, Julie paid to current;
-Maren owes $40 this club to be current;
-Meriah Owes $50 for this club to be current.

IV. Next Meeting: *******September 30th, 2018!!!!!!!
1. Book pick- (Maren)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Julie)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - Meriah-3; Julie-1

V. Announcements:
11 YEARS BITCHES!!!!!!!!!!!!!- Anniversary is here again!!!

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

Meeting Minutes: September 12, 2018 - jocelyn's Book- Bone Setter's Daughter

Bonesetter’s Daughter (Jocelyn’s Pick)
Discussion:
Jocelyn- I enjoyed this book. Loved the stories of the past best. The sister bond was very special. I liked the following the journey of becoming an immigrant in this country. Would recommend. 3.5/5
Meriah- Liked the book, good read. Liked Ruth’s story. Liked that she wanted to research her family history, wish I had done that. Liked that it was local. Oh, Yeah, I would recommend it! 3.5/5
Julie- Thoroughly enjoyed it. Took a while to warm up. Loved the past. LuLing IS my mother, this is my future. Brought back memories of my grandmother’s dementia. Loved this book! Would recommend. 3.5/5
Ali- I went in with a prejudice because of Joy Luck Club. Ended up really enjoying it. Liked that Art supped up his end of the relationship. Loved the Tang part. Already have recommended. 3.5/5
Maren- Went into it with negative feelings because I had an Amy Tan faze. Ruth reminded me of the woman I’m caring the baby for. Liked it once I got going. LuLing reminds me of my mom and Maro’s mom. Would recommend to certain people. 3.5/5

Favorite Characters:
Jocelyn- Kai Jing (LuLing’s first husband)
Meriah- Ruth and Mr. Tang
Julie- Mr. Tang and Kai Jing
Maren- Precious Auntie
Ali- Luling

“The way ’bone’ is written can also stand for ‘character’. That’s why we use that expression, ‘It’s in your bones’. It means, ‘That’s your character.”

Balance $$$- Balance is $280.
Ali, Jocelyn and Julie paid to being current.
Meriah will owe $50,
Maren will owe $40 next club.
Bringing us to $370.

Next club is Oct 7th at Ali’s House
Book Pick is The Hatching by Ezekiel Boone 368pgs
Next pick is Maren- Crazy Rich Asians 544pgs (Need to discuss)

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

Dinner: (Do Your Own) Jocelyn- Pesto Vegi’s/ Julie-Salad/ Ali-Swedish Meatballs w/Asparagus/ Maren-Spaghetti/ Meriah-Turkey Chili

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

Anniversary Ideas- Glass Blowing Tour/Lunch; Ropes Course/Lunch; Muir Woods Wine/Hike; SF Chocolate Walk

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: AUGUST MEETING 09/01/18 @ 4:00pm

Jocelyn’s BOOKCLUB

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

I. Discussion of Jocelyn’s Book (1 hour discussion): Bonesetter’s Daughter by Amy Tan (353 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
-Please note that all issues need to brought up after people do their talking; do not bring up issues during people’s turn to discuss the book that’s why we do the discussion first.




III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $280.00
-Julie Owes only $20 this club;
-Ali, Maren & Jocelyn Owe $30 this club;
-Meriah Owes $40 for this club

IV. Next Meeting: *******September 30th, 2018!!!!!!!
1. Book pick- (Ali)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Maren)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - Meriah-3; Julie-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

July 29, 2018 14 (Meriah’s Pick)

Discussion: Meriah- Liked book. Fresh idea. Did find some things hard to visualize. Talked about it at the bar a lot. Already have recommended. 3/5
Jocelyn- This book was a super fun read. It kept my interest the whole time. Loved getting to know the characters. One of those that I didn’t want it to end. Would recommend (want Cy to read). 4/5
Ali- Liked it. Refreshing after that last book. Sad that Tim died. Loved the reference to Land of the Lost. Would recommend to certain people. 3.5/5
Julie- Loved it! Fucking loved it Not apocalyptic, more Stranger Things. Found the sequel (The Fold). I would recommend to everyone, already have. 4.5/5
Maren- Liked it. Not excited about the genra. Liked the mystery though. I would not have been a researcher. Not really into the 2nd half, got bored when it went sci-fi. Hated Veek love story. Might recommend to certain people. 3/5

Favorite Characters:
Meriah- Veek and Tim
Jocelyn- Kavach Building and Tim
Ali- Tim and Clive
Julie- Tim
Maren- Tim and Xela

“If you’d like to hide a tree, you hide it in a forest.”
Balance $$$- Balance should be remaining at $280.
We chose to roll dues to next club. This means Julie will owe $20; Ali, Marem, and Jocelyn will owe $30 and Meriah will owe $40.
We need to pay up before we get too far behind.
Next club is September 2nd at Jocelyn’s House

Book Pick is Bonesetters Daughter by Amy Tan 353pgs

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

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

Announcements:
Pie in the face is not working anymore. Need to discuss penalty ideas.
IF YOU DON'T READ THE BOOK YOU DON'T COME TO CLUB.

Next time an issue needs to be brought up it should not be during someone’s turn to discuss their opinions and notes of the book.

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: JULY MEETING 07/29/18 @ 4:00pm (Meriah’s BOOKCLUB )

JULY MEETING 07/29/18 @ 4:00pm (Meriah’s BOOKCLUB )

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

I. Discussion of Meriah’s Book (1 hour discussion): 14 by Peter Clines (372 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
-Meriah- Didn’t Finish Julie’s pick last month- PIE TO FACE


III. Treasurer's Report by Meriah Haro [DUES NOW $10.00]-
*Current Balance: $280.00
-Julie Owes only $10 this club;
-Ali, Maren & Jocelyn Owe $20 this club (dues for last month and this month)
-Meriah Owes $30 for this club (Double dues for last club/no show impromptu and Regular dues for this club)

IV. Next Meeting: *******JULY 29th, 2018!!!!!!!
1. Book pick- (Jocelyn)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Ali)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - Meriah-3; Julie-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

July 1, 2018 Let’s Pretend This Never Happened (Julie’s Pick)-

Discussion:
Julie- I’m so so sorry! I hate this woman, she is so annoying. This is a book about ADD and tangents. How could she possibly be on the top 10 list? Never recommend, stay away people! 1/5
Maren- It was good. A fun fast read. I related with her, followed her train of thought. Liked her relationship with her husband. Would recommend to certain people. 3.5/5
Ali-Hated the book. Hated every minute! Felt like hot pokers in my eyes. J.L tries too hard to be funny. Would never recommend. .5/5
Jocelyn- This book was agonizingly terrible. It hurt me to force myself to read it. Her thoughts were all over the place just running on and on forever. I really do wish I could pretend this never happened! I would never recommend! 0/5
Meriah- didn’t finish- PIE TO THE FACE

Favorite Characters:
Julie- The Alligator (Juan Luis)
Maren- The Pug (Barnybee Jones)
Ali- The Pug (Barnybee Jones)
Jocelyn- The Pug (Barnybee Jones)

Balance$$$- $280. No money was collected. Next club Julie will pay $10, Ali, Maren and Jocelyn will pay $20. Meriah will be paying double dues for missing club: She will owe $30

Next club is July 29th at Meriah’s House
Book Pick is 14 by Peter Clines 372pgs

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

Dinner: Cheese Pub Dip with Crackers and Carrots/ Chicken Vegi Kabobs/ Kale Salad/ Asparagus/ Chili Lime Rice/ Brownies with Ice Cream/ Wine and Fizzy Water

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

Announcements:
Julie- Ayla’s 1st birthday was fun, but super-hot!
Jocelyn- Just got back from trip to Denver, saw lots of cool places.
Maren- Having surgery after the baby for belly button, ab muscles and varicose veins.
Ali- Watched IT all by myself. Accomplished Cancer ride goal.

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: JUNE MEETING 07/01/18 @ 4:00pm- JULIE’S BOOKCLUB

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

I. Discussion of Julie’s Book (1 hour discussion): Let’s Pretend this Never Happened By Jenny Lawson (348 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: $280.00
-Julie paid ahead for this club
-Everyone else is current: Owes $10 tonight (Night of Club)

IV. Next Meeting: *******JULY 1st, 2018!!!!!!!
1. Book pick- (Meriah)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Jocelyn)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )

4. *Books Not finished Count: - Meriah-1; Julie-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

May 20, 2018: The House We Grew Up In (Maren’s Pick)

Discussion:
Maren- Interesting. Depressing, but wanted to know what happened. Not sure I’d recommend. 3/5
Ali- Like a soap opera, but was intrigued by the plot. Interesting how the disease crept into the family. Disliked dad with Kayleigh!!!!!! Would not recommend. 2/5
Jocelyn- Enjoyed the fast moving chaos of the book. Interesting to watch disease unfold. Glad the sisters got back together in the end. Would not recommend. 3/5
Meriah- Dumb, but wanted to know how it would play out. Was intrigued enough that I talked with other people about the book. Not sure I’d recommend. 3/5
Julie- DID NOT READ!!! PIE FACE

Favorite Character:
Maren- Meg
Ali- Vicky and Madaline
Jocelyn- Megan and Vicky
Meriah- Megan and Vicky

“The human memory is such a cruel, frustrating thing, the way it just discards things without asking permission, precious things. At least here, in my house, I have control over my memories.”

Balance$$$ - $280. Maren paid even. Ali, Meriah and Jocelyn paid, Julie paid ahead one.

Next club is July 1st at Julie’s House
Book Pick is Let’s Pretend This Never Happened by Jenny Lawson 384pgs

Next book pick is Meriah……..?

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

Dinner: Artichoke Dip w/Chips/ Taco Bar/ Brownies and Ice Cream/ Primm’s

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

Announcements:
The glasses were released for each person to love at home and use the whole month we are relaxing and reading our book club books.
Meriah and Julie got pies to their faces.
Stalagmite- A tapering column rising from the floor of a cave
Stalactite- A tapering structure hanging like an icicle from the roof of a cave (Hang on tight)

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: MAY MEETING 05/20/18 @ 4:00pm

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

I. Discussion of Maren’s Book (1 hour discussion): The House We Grew Up in By Lisa Jewell (416 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: $220.00
-Maren Owes $20 this club
-Everyone else is current

IV. Next Meeting: *******JUNE 29th, 2018?????????
1. Book pick- (Julie)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Meriah)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - _____________________________Fresh Start!!!!!!!!
V. Announcements:
• Handing out everyone’s wine glasses
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

April 29, 2018 Sleeping Beauties (Ali’s Pick)

Discussion: Ali- Pretty stoked on my book. Really enjoyed the adventure! Didn’t want it to end. I liked how it jumped around. Would recommend. 5/5
Julie- One of the best books I ever read. So many feelings. Cried when baby Andy was born. Brilliantly written. Can’t wait to see the movie. Already recommended. 4.5/5
Maren- Liked it. Took a really long time to get into it. Didn’t like the prison aspect. Kept getting confused by all the characters, had to go back many times and remind myself who was who. Would recommend. 4/5
Jocelyn- Loved it! Such a great adventure! I was hooked from the beginning. I really enjoyed the unfolding of human nature in this scenario. Well written. Would recommend. 4/5
Meriah- (Didn’t Finish) Good book. Liked the writing. Liked that the babies were saved. Got me writing notes! Already recommended. This is the longest book I’ve ever read. 4/5

Favorite Characters:
Ali- The Fox, Angel, Jeanette and Van
Julie- Angel and Mckayla
Maren- Angel, Berry and Willy
Jocelyn- Frank, The Fox, Angel, Van, and Jared
Meriah-Willy and Evie

Except, really, when had men not been mystified by women? They were the magic that men dreamed of and sometimes their dreams were nightmares.
“It’s a power batch, so down the hatch, unless you’re a dummy and want to end up a mummy.”

Balance $$$ - $220 Maren will owe $20 next club. Everyone else paid to make it even, owing $10 next club.

Next club is May 20th at Maren’s House

Book pick is The House We Grew Up In by Lisa Jewell 416pgs

Next book pick is Julie….. Let’s Pretend This Never Happened by Jenny Lawson. Next club June 24th.

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

Dinner: Air Fried Eggrolls/ Crockpot Lasagna/ Garlic Bread/ Caesar Salad/ Build Your Own Mother Fucking Sundaes/ Sleeping Beauties and 19 Crimes Wine

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

Announcements:
Julie- Going to Hawaii with mom and family.
Meriah- Alissa is obsessed with Clint Eastwood old westerns and Rocky Horror Show right now.
Maren- 12 weeks pregnant with a baby girl, Aiana Ester Coolick
Jocelyn- Nothing new
Ali- No news
Club News:
We will release the glasses at the next club.
Discuss punishment for not finishing books.

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: APRIL MEETING 04/29/18 @ 4:00pm

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

I. Discussion of Ali’s Book (1 hour discussion): Sleeping Beauties By Stephen & Owen King (737 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: $130.00
-Jocelyn Owes $10 this club
-Ali, Julie & Meriah Owe $20 this Club
-Maren Owes $30 this club
IV. Next Meeting: *******MAY 27th, 2018?????????
1. Book pick- (Maren)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Julie)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - _____________________________Fresh Start!!!!!!!!
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

March 25, 2018 Educated (Jocelyn’s Pick)

Discussion:
Jocelyn- It was well written. Crazy and scary to know people are still being raised in families like this. Thanks to the teachers of the world who push us to find ourselves. Would recommend to certain people. 3.5/5
Maren- Weird that parents don’t know how old she is. The mom was nuts. Would recommend to certain people. 3/5
Julie- Did not like it. Intriging but too wordy at times. How much of this is even true? Would not recommend. 2.5/5
Ali- Intrigued and maddened at the same time. Would I leave? Think I would! Writing well done. A little jumpy between present and past. Would recommend. 4/5
Meriah- (absent) Loved it. 4/5

Favorite Characters:
Jocelyn- Princess Peak, Tyler, the Teachers
Maren- Tyler
Julie- Tyler
Ali- Tyler and Grandma down the hill
Meriah- Tara

The past is beautiful because one never realizes an emotion at the time. It expands later, and thus we don’t have complete emotions about the present, only about the past. -Virginia Woolf

That moment just before night sets in, when the landscape is visible only as darkness and lighter darkness, and you feel the world around you more then you see it.

Balance $$$ - $130 ($ was not collected)
Jocelyn had paid forward so will owe $10 next club, Ali, Julie and Meriah will owe $20 next club, Maren will owe $30


Next Club is April 29th at Ali’s House

Book pick is Sleeping Beauties by Stephen King and Owen King 720pgs

Next Book Pick is Maren……

Book Pick Order- Maren, Julie, Meriah, Jocelyn, Ali
Dinner: Taco Wantons/ Lemon Artichoke Chicken/ Pesto Rice/ Julie Salad/ Chocolate Pudding/ Beer
Duties: Ali-Main/ Jocelyn-Side/ Maren-Salad and App/ Julie-Drinks/ Meriah-Dessert

Announcements:
Jocelyn- Cypress got messed up rolling in a gator. Sotero and Kayla got their first place (adulting)
Maren- Liam is signed up for school. Baby is growing
Julie- Vinnie’s tongue is fixed because a board fell on his head.
Ali- No news is good news.

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: MARCH MEETING 03/18/18 @ 4:00pm

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

I. Discussion of Jocelyn’s Book (1 hour discussion): Educated by Tara Westover (337 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: $130.00
-Jocelyn Paid ahead for this one
-Maren Owes $30 this club

IV. Next Meeting: *******APRIL 29th, 2018?????????
1. Book pick- (Ali)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Maren)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - _____________________________Fresh Start!!!!!!!!
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

February 25, 2018 - The Letter (Meriah’s Pick) Meeting Minutes

Discussion:
Meriah - Loved it! It kept my attention. Loved the back and forth between the two stories. Feel like I’m really learning my British now. Like how she writes. Recommended already. 4/5
Julie - Frustrated that facts were given away too quickly. Just okay. Already recommended. 3.5/5
Jocelyn – This was a fast-paced read. I liked the jumping back and forth between stories. I preferred the Billy story overall. Felt like it was somewhat predictable at times. 3/5
Ali - Liked it overall. Hated Tina’s character. I finally guessed a true prediction!! Loved the Irish crew. Intrigued the whole time. Already recommended. 4/5
Maren - I was disappointed. Didn’t really like the characters. I hate cheesy love stories. Would not recommend. 2.5/5

Favorite Characters:
Meriah - ? Julie -Graham
Jocelyn – William, Jackie and Grace
Ali -Jackie and Linda
Maren -Clark

Second-hand clothing had an odor all of its own and was the same in every charity shop or jumble sale you went to. Mothballs mixed with stale sweat and biscuits.

Still no pie to anyone’s face!

Balance $$$ - $130. Jocelyn paid $20 (paid ahead one), Meriah and Ali paid, Julie paid $20 (making her even), Maren owes $30 next club.
Next Club is March 18th at Jocelyn’s House
Book Pick is Educated by Tara Westover 337pgs
Next pick is Ali…Area X or Sleeping Beauty
Next club is April 29th.

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

Dinner: Chips and Salsa/ Chicken Pot Pie/ Kale Salad/ Small Bites of Goodness/ Pot of Gold (Whiskey drink)

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

Announcements:
Julie- Life is Crazy!
Ali- Drama ripped a nail off and is more dramatic than ever.
Jocelyn- Cypress has turned to the dark side, now a terrible teen.
Meriah- Got a new phone. Moved from Android to IPhone. Going to get wrist cyst checked out.
Maren- Growing a baby.

At next anniversary, we want an adventure with lunch.

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: FEBRAURY MEETING 02/25/18 @ 4:00pm

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

I. Discussion of Meriah’s Book (1 hour discussion): The Letter by Kathrine Hughes (394 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: $70
-Julie & Maren owe for last club

IV. Next Meeting: *******MARCH 25th, 2018?????????
1. Book pick- (Jocelyn)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Ali)- _______________________

3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )

4. *Books Not finished Count: - _____________________________Start Fresh!!!!!!!!

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

January 28, 2018: I am Watching You (Julie’s Pick)

Discussion:
Julie- Felt like I’ve been in a lull. This book brought me back a bit. Enjoyed it. Kept me guessing. Have already recommended. 4/5
Meriah- The book was eh for me. Just didn’t care for it. Couldn’t connect with it. Wanted a better ending. Too much description. Would not recommend. 3/5
Maren- Really liked it. Was going to take a pie to the face, but ended up intrigued. Couldn’t figure out who did it the whole time. 4.5/5
Ali- Liked it. Thrilling, on the edge of my seat. Needed to know. Couldn’t guess. Liked that every chapter ended with a spin. Would recommend. 4/5
Jocelyn- Enjoyed the book. Easy read. Loved that the point of view jumped every chapter, driving you crazy with the need to know what was going to happen next. Loved the British lingo. Would recommend. 3.5/5

Favorite Characters:
Julie- Mathew
Meriah- Mathew
Maren- Mathew
Ali- Tim, but NO!, now Mathew
Jocelyn- Luke and Mathew

“Once you become a parent, you learn that love can involve more fear than you had ever imagined, and you never quite look on the world in the same way again.”

Balance $$$- $70

Jocelyn and Meriah paid, Julie and Maren owe, Ali birthday free.

Next club is February 25th at Meriah’s House

Book pick is The Letter by Kathrine Hueghes 394pgs Next pick is

Jocelyn’s…..

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

Dinner: Hummus and Vegi’s/ Zoodles with Meat Sauce/ Kale Salad/ Bread Sticks/ Peanut Butter Cup Brownies/ Ali’s Homemade Vodka Lemonade and Fizzy Water

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

Announcements:
Ali- It’s my Birthday! Party was fun. Got the coolest book club notebook ever!! Everyone wants one!
Jocelyn- No announcements
Meriah- No announcements
Maren- Got a $5 raise at work. Having someone else’s baby officially.
Club says- We all want Ali’s notebook!!

SCM BOOKCLUB MEETING AGENDA: JANUARY MEETING 01/28/18 @ 4:00pm

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

I. Discussion of Julie’s Book (1 hour discussion): I Am Watching You (302 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: $50
-Ali Free Birthday Bookclub

IV. Next Meeting: *******FEBRUARY 25th, 2018?????????
1. Book pick- (Meriah)- _______________________
2. Book pick- (Jocelyn)- _______________________
3. Menu Assignment [Ali/Jocelyn]- Main & App( ), Side ( ), Salad & Dessert ( ), Drinks ( )
4. *Books Not finished Count: - _____________________________Start Fresh!!!!!!!!
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 CLUB: January 7, 2018 Book Club Notes

Before We Were Yours (Maren’s Pick)
Discussion:
Julie- Hated the love story. Hated the Avery political crap. Liked the kids story. Details made me sick to my stomach, so hard to read. Would recommend to certain people. 3/5
Maren- Hated the book till the end. Too much horrible things happening to the kids. Hated Avery’s political and love story. It did keep my interest though. Would recommend. 3.5/5
Meriah- Liked book. Found it somewhat confusing. What would life have been like if they had stayed on the boat? Felt bad for Queenie. Would recommend. 3.5/5
Ali- Intense. Liked it. Needed to know answers. Cried twice while reading. A little bored with Avery’s politics, but liked her sleuthing. Already recommended. 4/5
Jocelyn- Enjoyed the book. Loved the descriptions of the area and the times. Found the Avery tale a little annoying. Loved Rill’s story. A disturbing tale about the cruel nature of humans. Would have enjoyed as non-fiction too. Would recommend. 4/5

Favorite Characters:
Julie- Rill/May and Silas
Maren- Trent
Meriah- Rill/May
Ali- Silas and May
Jocelyn- Rill, Camellia and Zede

“No matter how much we may love the melody of a bygone day or imagine the song of a future one, we must dance within the music of today, or we will always be out of step stumbling around in something that doesn’t suit the moment.”

“In my multifold years of life, I have learned that most people get along as best they can. They don’t intend to hurt anyone. It is merely a terrible by product of surviving.”

Balance $$$- $50
We started from scratch. Everyone paid. Next meeting is Ali’s B-Day club…Free.

Next club is January 28th at Julie’s House

Book pick is I am Watching you by Teresa Driscoll 302pgs

Next book pick is Meriah…..?

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

Dinner: Pulled Pork, Carrot Puree/ Brussell Sprouts w/Bacon/Tai Pasta Salad/ Apple Pie and Vanilla Ice Cream/ Beer, Wine and Fizzy Water

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

Announcements:
Julie- No news is good news.
Maren- I start shooting fertility drugs soon.
Meriah- I got an invitation to Savannah’s baby shower. Not sure if I’m going. She is having a girl.
Jocelyn- No real news. Had a great 2017, looking forward to having a great 2018.