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Shelf Indulgence: St. Kate’s Staff and Faculty Fun Reads

Welcome to Shelf Indulgence!

Looking for a way to read some good books and connect with your colleagues this Summer? Participate in Shelf Indulgence!

We'll set a theme and make suggestions of possible readings - you make the final pick of what you want to spend your precious reading time on. Open to St. Kate's staff and faculty and co-sponsored by the St. Kate's Bookstore and the Library and Archives.

Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 4:00-6:00 pm. Themes and locations vary:

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

FAQs

Q: I can’t make all of the dates. Can I just come to one or two?

A: Definitely! Summer gets busy - join as you are able.

Q: What if I can't arrive right at 4?

A: That's okay too! Latecomers are welcome.

Q: I didn’t finish the book I planned to read. Can I still come?

A: For sure! Come for the company and to get more suggestions of other books to read.

Q: I’m in! Where can I get the books?

A: So many options:

You can also check with your public library or local bookseller!

September Theme: Back to School

Pick one of our suggestions or go with one of your own!

August Theme: A banned or challenged book. Pick one of our suggestions or go with one of your own!

July Theme: Minnesota Book Awards, Past and Present. Pick one of our suggestions or go with one of your own!

June: Books set in Minnesota. Pick one of our suggestions or go with one of your own!

Let us know you're coming!

Please RSVP so we know about how many people to plan for:

For ASL interpreting and other accommodations, please RSVP 48 hours in advance of each event.

Questions?

Feel free to reach out to Lydia Fasteland and Emily Kallas from the Bookstore with any questions!

Staff Picks!: Recommendations from your colleagues

A Place on Earth by Wendell Barry

A Place on Earth

Gone to Dust by Matt Goldman

Gone to Dust

Not the Duke's Darling

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