Books-2-Film: Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.

Join Books-2-Film @ The Gem and the Bethel Library Association on Monday, May 8th, for a book discussion of the beloved and best-selling classic, "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret." by Judy Blume and watch the film as well.
 

5pm: Come early and purchase a Monday Night Pizza, Beer & Movie Special Ticket (You can just purchase a regular $8 movie ticket, if you are not hungry).
 

5:30pm: Book discussion in The Gem lobby led by Bethel Librarian Kelcy Boles, Gem Co-owner Beth Weisberger and Beth's mother, Paula Weisberger.
 

6:00pm Watch the film.
 

8:00pm Stick around after the film for a discussion of the film and how it compares to the book.
 

Need a copy of the book to read? Stop by the Bethel Library. Kelcy has two copies and has ordered more from the interlibrary loan. The book is short. You have time to read it!
 

Film Synopsis: Starring Rachel McAdams, Kathy Bates, and Abby Ryder Fortson as Margaret, this timeless, coming-of-age story has transcended decades and spoken to generations. At 11, Margaret is moving to a new town and beginning to contemplate everything about life, friendship, and adolescence. She relies on her mother (McAdams), who offers loving support but is herself finding her own footing in a new place, and her grandmother Sylvia (Bates), who is coming to terms with finding happiness in the next phase of her life. For all three, questions of identity, one’s place in the world, and what brings meaning to a life will draw them closer together than ever before. From writer-director Kelly Fremon Craig (The Edge of Seventeen) and Gracie Films’ Academy Award®-winning producer James L. Brooks. "Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret" is the theatrical event for everyone who has ever wondered where they fit in.