Beyond The Pages: All About Love

A cozy, reflective evening to sit with bell hooks’ wisdom and move from reading to real lifetogether, with care (and light refreshments).

• Guided group discussion (safe + brave space)
• Light refreshments
• Interactive stations:
• Love Languages Lab: quick quiz & “how I like to be cared for” cards to swap with your table
• Boundary Postcards: write yourself (or a friend) a boundary you’re honoring
• Book bonus: After the session, choose one of the titles, Communion: The Female Search for Love or Salvation: Black People and Love.

• Love as daily practice (beyond romance)
• Friendship as healing and accountability
• Grief & resilience—holding sorrow and joy
• Boundaries, self-regard, and community care

• Welcome + brief grounding
• Quick recap & gentle icebreaker
• Three themed discussion rounds with short read-alouds
• Light refreshments + Interactive Stations (Love Languages Lab & Boundary Postcards)
• Closing reflection

Who is This For

Readers seeking depth, softness, and community, whether you’re new to bell hooks or returning with fresh eyes.

• A journal or notes app
• Your open heart and curiosity

Seats are limited—come sip, reflect, and step beyond the page with us.

Host or Publisher Adanne