Welcome to Silent Book Club Peoria! Book lovers of central Illinois come together for monthly silent reading nights. We enjoy a dedicated time and space to socialize, devote to quiet reading, and support local spaces. Please feel free to bring anything you wish to read, including (but not limited to) manuscripts, plays, novels, short stories and poetry. Come early and stay late to share recommendations and get reviews from others - but only if you wish. Thank you for sharing your love of reading with us! Find our upcoming meetings and more information here!

Welcome to SBC Passages Wine and Books in Chicago, IL. We meet every month! Bring your current read and join fellow readers for an hour of independent reading in a cozy atmosphere followed by 30 minutes of optional time to chat with others. Find our upcoming meetings and more information here! 

Welcome to Triton Library's newly formed Silent Book Club. We're excited to have you join us every month for either a chance to catch up on your favorite book or one you've just been meaning to get to. Audiobooks are welcome with headphones and the public is welcome to join the group, too. The Triton Library is a welcoming community full of readers. Come spend some time with us! 45 minutes of reading followed by 15 to socialize. For more information, visit: https://www.triton.edu/news/2025/silent-book-club/.

What's that? You've been caught reading in your community! Join us, Silent Book Club Bourbonnais, for 30 minutes of book chat with other lit-lovers, followed by 90 minutes of uninterrupted, quiet reading. Each month, we'll explore a new community spot to meet, share, and read together. Bring a book, find your crowd, read together — no talking allowed! For adults 18+. Find our upcoming meetings and more information here. 

Join us for our Silent Book Club in Sandwich, IL! Take some time to immerse yourself in your book in a cozy spot at the library—there’s no pressure to engage in discussions or socialize if you don’t want to, introverts welcome! Bring whatever you’d like to read in any format you prefer; if audiobooks are more your style, you’re welcome to bring your device and headphones to enjoy them here. Arrive early to browse our shelves or let us help you find your next great read. Find our next meeting and more information here. 

LetsDoFunThingsChicago is a group that helps people meet new friends and find interesting activities that range from nights out at bars, to board game nights, the Chicago Picnic Club and more! The goal here is to help people pick their vibe and find their tribe in a safe, friendly and fun environment. Whether your new to Chicago or have been here for years and just want to expand your network, LetsDoFunThingsChicago is here to support your social life :)

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Bring your current read and let’s get social! We’ll discuss what we’re reading for the first half hour, then have an hour of quiet reading time.

Register for our meetups at our events page.

Bring your current read and relax at Critical Grind Board Game Cafe. With a menu of coffees, teas, smoothies, refreshers, and specialty toasts, there's something for everyone.

Critical Grind is an open and inclusive space. We are handicap accessible and accommodate Gender Neutral bathrooms.

Check out our Facebook page for information about upcoming meetups.

Welcome to the MacombPLD Silent Book Club. Join us in the library to enjoy some dedicated reading time. Silent Book Club is all about enjoying reading without any of the pressure; discussions and socializing are optional. Just bring yourself and whatever you want to read in whatever format you prefer, or come early to browse and let us help you find your next favorite book. If audiobooks are more your thing feel free to bring your device and headphones so you can read that way.

No registration required; this program is for adults only. See our library calendar for dates and times.