Connecting Communities: A Beyond the Blog Podcast - Episode 7: TPF Book Circles: Chapters of Change

In this episode of Connecting Communities: A Beyond the Blog Podcast, host Leah Verier-Dunn chats with Beth Duda about the launch of The Patterson Foundation’s newest book circle selection, A New Civic Path by Rich Harwood. They discuss the success of past book circles, the addition of trained facilitators this time around, and the special connections participants make along the way. Their conversation highlights how book circles can be a powerful force for strengthening our community.Timestamps 00:33 - Introduction01:18 - Beth shares The Patterson Foundation’s definition of a book circle01:59 - Beth reflects on past book circle offerings supported by The Patterson Foundation03:12 - Beth discusses the current book circle, A New Civic Path by Rich Harwood, and how it will be a little different04:37 - Leah and Beth talk about the value of participating in a book circle09:01 - Beth shares the history of The Patterson Foundation’s relationship with The Harwood Institute13:03 - Beth discusses the different ways to participate in the Civic Path book circles14:43 - Beth breaks down what to expect when joining a book circle16:58 - Big Picture Small Steps17:13 - Beth Shares her big picture aspirations for TPF’s book circles18:22 - Beth provides insights to inspire people to join TPF’s book circles20:09 - Connecting with KidsLinks to Learn More Sign Up to Be A New Civic Path Book Circle ParticipantThe Harwood Institute for Public InnovationDesoto County AheadThe Giving PartnerThe Patterson FoundationSuncoast Campaign for Grade Level ReadingWant to hear more? Follow us on Spotify, iHeartRadio, or visit us Beyond The Blog!Join The Journey