Book discussion group
Meetings: Last Tuesday of the month, from March through November (no meetings Dec., Jan., Feb.)
Time: Coffee and conversation 2 p.m.; book discussion 2:30 p.m.
For nearly twenty years, Regional Readers have been reading and discussing books with Appalachian or Kentucky themes, or books written by Appalachian or Kentucky authors. From time to time, an author joins us for our discussion.
The book group is open to all and new members are always welcome. We encourage suggestions for the reading lists.
For more information, contact Judith Kidwell at 606.326.1667 or e-mail judith.kidwell@jsfbooks.com.
March 31, 2026 Book ~
Hidden Heroes of Greenup County
The Regional Readers book discussion group will meet on Tuesday, March 31 in the Jesse Stuart Room. Coffee and conversation at 2 p.m.; book discussion at 2:30 p.m.
The March selection is Hidden Heroes of Greenup County, a collection of profiles compiled and edited by James M. Gifford and Linda Harbison. When you read this book, you will not find stories about Joe Bates, Terry McBrayer, Billy Ray Cyrus, Jesse Stuart, Don Gullett or dozens of other Greenup Countians who have achieved fame and prominence. This book is about the county’s hidden heroes, the everyday folks whose hard work and public responsibility have made Greenup County successful. These hidden heroes are representative figures. They represent thousands more whose daily lives improve the quality of life in Greenup County. For the last two decades, Greenup County has suffered several major economic misfortunes. In response to these difficulties, Greenup Countians displayed courage and character, and today the county is not just surviving – it is thriving, and that’s a tribute to the county’s hard-working, caring, responsible people. Their stories need to be told for their legacy matters to present and future generations.
Hidden Heroes of Greenup County is available to Regional Readers for $20 per copy.