Popcorn and Paperbacks: "The Art of Racing in the Rain"

Registration closed April 9.

A new book club for seniors, offered in partnership with Winfield Recreation Commission, Popcorn & Paperbacks brings stories to life in a whole new way! Members read a selected book on your own and then gather to watch the movie adaptation, followed by a discussion comparing the two. From favorite characters and memorable scenes to what Hollywood changed (or got just right), this club is perfect for anyone who loves books, movies, and great conversation. Grab some popcorn, share your perspective, and enjoy stories both on the page and on the screen.

Copies of The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein will be available for check out at the front desk beginning May 8. From the publisher:

Enzo knows he is different from other dogs: a philosopher with a nearly human soul (and an obsession with opposable thumbs), he has educated himself by watching television extensively, and by listening very closely to the words of his master, Denny Swift, an up-and-coming race car driver.

Through Denny, Enzo has gained tremendous insight into the human condition, and he sees that life, like racing, isn't simply about going fast. On the eve of his death, Enzo takes stock of his life, recalling all that he and his family have been through.

A heart-wrenching but deeply funny and ultimately uplifting story of family, love, loyalty, and hope, The Art of Racing in the Rain is a beautifully crafted and captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life ... as only a dog could tell it.

The 2019 film adaptation stars Milo Ventimiglia, Kevin Costner and Amanda Seyfried.