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Colts Neck Library Book Club: Mr. Ives' Christmas
Colts Neck Library, 1 Winthrop Rd, Colts Neck, NJ | Get Directions »
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Come join us at the Colts Neck Library as we discuss Oscar Hijuelos' Mr. Ives' Christmas.
Mr. Ives, was adopted from a foundling's home as a child. When we first meet him in the 1950s, Mr. Ives is very much a product of his time. He has a successful career in advertising, a wife and two children, and believes he is on his way to pursuing the typical American dream. But the dream is shattered when his son Robert, who is studying for the priesthood, is killed violently at Christmas. Overwhelmed by grief and threatened by a loss of faith in humankind, Mr. Ives begins to question the very foundations of his life. Part love story--of a man for his wife, for his children, for God--and part meditation on how a person can find spiritual peace in the midst of crisis, Mr. Ives' Christmas is a beautifully written, tender and passionate story of a man trying to put his life in perspective.
This book discussion will be moderated by Colts Neck librarian Stephanie Laurino. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome to attend, however registration is preferred. Stop by or call the library to reserve your copy of the book today.
Event Details
| Where | Colts Neck Library 1 Winthrop Rd, Colts Neck, NJ 07722 |
| Next on | This event is over. |
| Time | 7:00 pm–8:30 pm |
| Who to bring | Moms, Dads, Seniors |
| Phone | 732-431-5656 |
| Price | $0 |
More About Colts Neck Library
The Colts Neck Library is a branch of the Monmouth County Library System. It has regular and large print books, audiobooks, DVD’s and videos, magazines and daily newspapers and one of the largest cookbook collections in NJ. The library has meeting rooms, and focuses on pleasure reading and school assignments.
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