Social Reading Night #26

Concept: We've noticed that people want to read more books, be social, and get out of the house. Make time and join Quiet Smile at Wildhearts Cafe for a 'Quiet Offline Reading Party'. Leave your phone out of reach. Quiet reading time in a room with other people doing the same. Pick up that book you keep putting off. What to Expect: Uninterrupted time to read the book you keep meaning to start or finish. A simple path into conversation, no rush no pressure. A cozy café atmosphere that makes it easier to slow down. Proper time offline, not just “less online.” Weather-permitting, access to the patio and umbrellas Wildhearts Cafe is hosting us to support the evening. Please leave outside drinks and snacks at home and we encourage you to try the great goods made at the café. Schedule: 6:00 to 6:30 pm: Arrive and settle in 6:30 to 8:30 pm: Quiet reading time 25 min Quiet Reading --> 5 min social break 25 min Quiet Reading --> 15 min ish break (if meal, served) 25 min Quiet Reading --> 8:30 ish End 8:30 to 9:00 pm: Optional connection time and book swap 9:00 pm: Wrap-up Miscellaneous Notes: Dive into any book. Bring your own book, poetry, essays, comics, steamy fanfic, whatever holds your attention. Connect with others and swap books, if you want. After reading, you can talk with others if you feel like it. This is a low-stakes space where saying hello is part of the script. The book swap is optional. Bring a finished book that is gathering dust and give it a second life. You might go home with a new read and the quiet satisfaction of passing something along.