The book club at Atria Grand Oaks went on a literary adventure after finishing "The Henna Artist" by Alka Joshi. They met and listened to a presentation from the author and even got their own henna tattoos. "Did we enjoy it? A resounding yes," shares Derry. "Alka is a very good speaker and it was interesting to learn about her writing process. Getting to meet her afterward and get books signed was an experience. This is a gracious and intelligent woman who gave each person time and relevant conversation." Derry adds that being a part of the book club provides her with the most stimulating 45 minutes of the week. "The books chosen are not always liked by everyone but this helps to provide some very interesting discussions." A special thank you to the Friends of the Thousand Oaks Library for such a wonderful event!
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