Fantastic Books Book Group: Dark Tide by Stephen Puleo

The Fantastic Books Book Group discusses a wide range of fiction and nonfiction. Its November selection is Stephen Puleo’s *Dark Tide: The Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919*, a nonfiction account of Boston’s historic 1919 molasses flood. The group meets in person at the Central Library in Copley Square.

When: Tuesday, November 17, 2026

Showtimes: 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Venue: Central Library in Copley Square, Mezzanine Conference Room 2, 700 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116

Theme: Boston

Book: *Dark Tide: The Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919* by Stephen Puleo

Book availability: Copies may be picked up at the Central Library Borrower Services desk after the previous month’s discussion, while supplies last. Other copies or formats may also be requested through the library catalog.

Registration: Registration is available for the group’s email updates. Register at least one week before the discussion to vote in the upcoming titles poll and receive the reminder and follow-up emails. No confirmation email or additional registration step is required.

Accessibility: Disability accommodations and language services can be requested through the department’s listed contact. At least two weeks’ notice is recommended for arranging accommodations.

Schedule note: November and December meetings are held one week earlier than usual to accommodate holiday and travel schedules.

Contact: Logan (They/Them), lholdsworth@bpl.org

Tickets: Price not available