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Three of our favorite things—books, booze, and science—come together in a monthly book club for the scientifically curious! This group meets the last Tuesday of the month in Indianapolis to talk about recent popular science books. A local scientist whose research relates to the book topic joins to share insights and help guide the conversation.

All events are free and open to the general public. Find the book at your nearest library or bookstore and join us!

Program Details

Winter 2026 Schedule

January 27 @ 6:30 p.m.

Location: Strange Bird (128 S. Audubon Rd., Indianapolis)
Book:  How Things Are Made: A Journey Through the Hidden World of Manufacturing by Tim Minshall

February 24 @ 6:30 p.m.

Location: Strange Bird (128 S. Audubon Rd., Indianapolis)
Book: Bonk: The Curious Coupling of Science and Sex by Mary Roach

March 31 @ 6:30 p.m.

Location: Strange Bird (128 S. Audubon Rd., Indianapolis)
Book: Artemis by Andy Weir

April 28 @ 6:30 p.m.

Location: Strange Bird (128 S. Audubon Rd., Indianapolis)
Book: Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet  by Ben Goldfarb

May 26 @ 6:30 p.m.

Location: Strange Bird (128 S. Audubon Rd., Indianapolis)
Book:The Sports Gene: Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance by David Epstein

Past Books, Booze and Brains Discussions

See our previous books and experts here. 

Program Highlights

News

Monthly Science-Themed Book Club Opens with Ready Player Two Virtual Discussion Featuring Local Experts

There's a great list of popular science books lined up for the 2021 season.

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Photo Album

See the book club in action

In January 2020 we met to discuss And the Band Played On: Politics, People, and the AIDS Epidemic by Randy Shilts at Upland Fountain Square.

Take a peek

Partners

  • Indiana Sciences
  • March for Science Indianapolis
  • Indianapolis Public Library
  • Strange Bird

Questions?

Contact Indiana Sciences at indianasciences@gmail.com.

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