These book discussions are made possible by the National Endowment for the Humanities Picturing America Programming Grant. Copies of the books will be available at the Circulation Desk beginning August 23. Registration for this program begins September 1 in the Reference Department, 516-379-3274, x505.
■ The Color of Water by James McBride
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 7:30 p.m.
A powerful portrait of growing up, of race and identity, and a poignant, beautifully crafted hymn from a son to his mother.
■ Their Eyes Were Watching God
by Zora Neale Hurston
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 7:30 p.m.
Follows the fortunes of Janie Crawford, and her experiences with the men in her life.
