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What if everyone in Greensboro read the same book...and then set out to build a stronger community? Every other year, the Greensboro Public Library along with many partners, leads a city-wide reading of a selected title. Lively programs of discussion, films, theatrical productions, readings, and more are held to engage the entire community in the theme of the
chosen work.  

The Pleasure was Mine by Tommy Hays has been selected as the 2008 One City, One Book community-wide read.  

The selection committee felt that the themes in The Pleasure Was Mine are universal and unifying. All of us, no matter what our race or class, will face issues of aging, health care, and
family conflict.

Pictures from the Kick Off

Discussion, author readings, and other opportunities to participate will be featured during the month of November 2008.The Pleasure Was Mine

Ways to get involved
  • Check the book out from the library or buy a copy. (Central Library’s Booklover’s Shop offers a discounted price).
  • Read the book and attend a book discussion.
  • Invite a speaker to your civic club, place of worship, workplace or book club.
  • Attend programs in libraries and at other community sites. Events include: programs about understanding and preventing memory loss, tips for caregivers, positive aging, health care issues, legal issues, spirituality, art exhibits, film showings, lectures, and more.
  • Set up a book discussion group in your home, organization, place of worship, or school.
  • Become a discussion group facilitator. 

For more ideas on how to participate or make suggestions for programs, contact the project coordinator.

Greensboro, there's a book you should read
Read Project Coordinator, Steve Sumerford's, article from the News and Record.

Readers, author, kick off city's book clelebration
Read about the kick off in Greensboro News and Record.

One City One Book is sponsored by Friends of the Greensboro Public Library,
Greensboro News & Record, Well Spring and Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro

OCOB Sponsors

Thanks to all of our partners: Adult Center for Enrichment, Alzheimer’s Association, Cemala Foundation, Center for Creative Aging-NC, Community Theatre of Greensboro, Congregational Nurses, Friends of the Greensboro Public Library, Green Hill Center for NC Art, Guilford Technical Community College, Hospice of Greensboro, League of Women Voters, Parks and Recreation Department, Senior Resources of Guilford, Shepherd’s Center, Triad New Home Guide.