How now good friends? Dost thou seek a monthly passtime to broaden the mind and entice the senses? Look no further than Shakespearean Discussion Group! Enjoy the selected play of the month in the way ‘twas presented: to the masses! Pick up a video recording of the play to view at your leisure, and then join us on the last Tuesday of the month at 4 PM to discuss your experience with The Bard’s work. Mayhaps thou shalt stumble upon some new friends there as well… Be not perturbed of your knowledge of Shakespeare’s works, for we encourage fellows of all ages, areas of interest and expertise to attend! Be not perturbed of your knowledge of Shakespeare’s works, for we encourage fellows of all ages, areas of interest and expertise to attend!
February 2025… The goddess of love pleads with the beautiful boy to submit to her advances and become her love – but he only wants to hunt boar!
Come as we leave the stage and wend to poetry! Join us to discuss the Bard’s narrative poem with adventure, heartbreak, and wild beasts aplenty with Venus & Adonis.
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Print copies of Venus & Adonis will be available for checkout with a library card. You can also read the play freely online through Folger Shakespeare Library.
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An audio production of the poem is available on Hoopla with your library card! Various recitations are also freely available on YouTube.
Shakespeare Discussion Group now meets in the library’s Hilton Garden Room. Registration is optional – register to receive reminders.
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