FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
We're thrilled to kick off another fantastic year with Silent Book Club Matthews! This month, we're returning to Brakeman's Coffee, where delicious drinks and a welcoming atmosphere await.
We're excited to welcome native Charlottean Jamie Weatherly to Silent Book Club this month! Jamie is the author of UnLoaded: From Addiction's Self-Destruction To Purpose, part memoir, part self-help book about the author's struggle with addiction and his path to recovery.
Jamie Weatherly
Forever a Carolina kid, Jamie Weatherly was born and spent most of his life in Charlotte, NC. He claims Baltimore as his second home, with a few past addresses across the South East. Naturally gifted at writing and storytelling from a young age, Jamie made a series of horrible and life-threatening decisions to have more interesting stories to tell. With a significant chapter of his life spent in the restaurant industry, including a stint as head chef, Jamie’s stories gained intricate details and flavors. A pivotal moment in Jamie’s life occurred on September 29, 2005, marking the beginning of his journey towards sobriety. Fueled by a profound passion for his own recovery, he now feels compelled to share his story of hope and resilience. Through his experiences, Jamie aims to inspire everyone, especially those grappling with addiction, to embrace a life lived authentically, purposefully, and with unwavering intent.
How Silent Book Club Works
Silent Book Club is called that because it is an opportunity to enjoy quietly reading a book in a location different from your home, where no discussion is required. Some of the locations we visit might have background noise and conversations, but you do not have to participate in any conversations during your time with us. Silent Book Club is BYOBook so you can show up with any book (physical or digital).
Event Schedule
5:00-5:30 PM: Arrival, grab a sip, meet the author, find a place to read
5:30-6:30 PM: Quiet reading hour
6:30-7:00 PM: Continue reading, talk with others, author Q&A
Feel free to come and go as you please, staying for as little or as long as you like.