IN-PERSON MEETING! - Brunch/Lunch Meeting: EXACT TIME IS TBD

Do you like meeting new people, reading…

Boston Alumnae Book Club: How to Read a Book

Sunday, December 13, 2026

IN-PERSON MEETING! – Brunch/Lunch Meeting: EXACT TIME IS TBD

Do you like meeting new people, reading great books, and discussing them?

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join the Boston Alumnae Book Club!

Anyone interested in joining the conversation should contact the club coordinator, Lisa Romeo ’88, at romeoli66@gmail.com. She will provide instructions and additional details.

This meeting will be an in-person brunch meeting, more details to come. Questions/RSVP Lisa Romeo ’88 at romeoli66@gmail.com

December 13, 2026

How to Read a Book by Monica Wood

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