Keep Up With the Latest Digital, Social, and Literary Trends; February 2020
Book Club: What to Read This Month
The Family Upstairs
by Lisa Jewell
Libby Jones turns 25 and receives a letter telling her who her birth parents are. She also learns they’ve left her a mansion in London worth millions. But Libby isn’t the only one who has been anticipating this moment; others have been waiting, too, and her life is about to take a suspenseful turn.
The Giver of Stars
by Jojo Moyes
Alice Wright is unhappy and hopes the move from England to Kentucky after marrying her American husband makes her happy. But when things start to seem worse, she signs up to become part of a team of women who deliver books on behalf of Eleanor Roosevelt’s traveling library. As the women—known as the Packhorse Librarians of Kentucky—travel through danger to deliver books to those who have never had any, they unexpectedly find friendship and love.
The Testaments
by Margaret Atwood
Even if you haven’t read The Handmaid’s Tale, you can read this book that takes place more than 15 years after its events. The Republic of Gilead is still in control; however, their power may not last much longer, especially with the help of three women and their testimonies.
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Life360: Find Family & Friends
View the location of friends and family members on a map, receive alerts when they leave work or home, and track a lost or stolen phone.
Hobby Spotlight: Bingo
Bingo isn’t only fun, but research has found that playing it has health benefits, too. It takes concentration, which can improve short-term memory, and promotes socializing, which supports living a longer, happier life. Since bingo is a game of luck, you don’t need any special skills to play, and the bonus is you may even win a little money! Grab your good luck charm, choose a dauber, and be ready to yell BINGO!
WHERE TO PLAY:
Note: Most bingo halls also have fundraising opportunities for charities and nonprofits.
Grand Oaks Bingo: 7919 Auburn Boulevard, Citrus Heights, grandoaksbingo.com
Sacramento Bingo Center: 3399 Arden Way, Sacramento, sacramentobingocenter.com
Madison Mall Bingo: 8830 Madison Avenue, Fair Oaks, madisonmallbingo.com
City of Folsom Parks and Recreation’s Senior Center: 48 Natoma Street, Folsom, folsom.ca.us/parks/events/programs/senior/default.asp
Note: Bingo is offered on Wednesdays
from 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Articles by Julie Ryan