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History by the Book Club

The Last Summer at the Golden Hotel by Elyssa Friedland

A nostalgic intergenerational tale about two families who own a resort in the Catskills, which was a crown jewel in its heyday but is now in decline.

In its heyday, The Golden Hotel was the crown jewel of the hotter-than-hot Catskills vacation scene. For more than sixty years, the Goldman and Weingold families – best friends and business partners – have presided over this glamorous resort which served as a second home for well-heeled guests and celebrities. It's 2018 and the Catskills are not what they used to be – and neither is the relationship between the Goldman's and the Weingold's. As the facilities and management begin to fall apart, a tempting offer to sell forces the two families together again to make a heart-wrenching decision.

History by the Book meets to discuss historical fiction and non-fiction books. We explore the deeper stories behind historical events and periods in the past.

*Registration required. Registration for this event opens Monday, July 18th.

*Books for registered patrons will be available for pick up starting on Thursday, July 21st. 

*Please contact the library by phone (970-686-5603 ex. 323) or email to cancel your reservation if you are no longer able to participate in a registered event. Failure to attend the event without providing a cancellation notice will result in a $5 fine being added to your library account.