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