Friday, October 9, 2026 · 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Children's Room — 1139 Highland Ave., Needham, MA
The Inner Child Book Club is for adults who would like to revisit (or read for the first time) classics of children's literature from the past 100 years. Gina, a Children's Reference Librarian, and Rob, the Library Director, will lead discussions of these titles that continue to inspire new generations of readers. Prior to the meeting, participants will receive an article about the author or the importance of the work to help inform the discussion. For October the selected title is The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame The Wind in the Willows begins with Mole, who becomes bored of spring cleaning and ventures above ground. He meets Rat, who introduces him to the wonders of the river and boating. The two become fast friends and spend their days relaxing by the river. They visit Toad, a wealthy and impulsive animal who has become obsessed with motorcars after his horse-drawn caravan is overturned by one. Mole later gets lost in the Wild Wood during winter and is rescued by Rat. They stumble upon Badger's home, where they take shelter. Badger learns of Toad's reckless behavior with motorcars and resolves to intervene. Rat, Mole and Badger attempt to keep Toad under house arrest…