Our Strategic Vision
Fostering Critical Discourse Through Hydration & Fellowship
Fostering Critical Discourse Through Hydration & Fellowship
The NO Pub Book Club was founded on a singular, driving principle: that high-level literary analysis cannot occur in a vacuum. It requires a dynamic environment, open dialogue, and a consistent application of liquid courage. We are a consortium of independent scholars dedicated to dissecting the complexities of contemporary narrative structures, primarily focusing on the dialectic relationship between the Protagonist, the Antagonist, and the Draft List.
While traditional book clubs may focus strictly on "reading the book," we take a more holistic approach. We believe that to truly understand an author's intent, one must first ensure that the group’s morale is sufficiently elevated. Our monthly symposiums are designed to ensure no text remains undigested and no keg remains untapped.
Our Core Pillars
Fluid Dynamics: We believe that the flow of conversation should match the flow of the tap. A dry mouth leads to a dry debate.
Thematic Exploration: We explore deep themes. Sometimes we find them in the book; usually, we find them at the bottom of a pint glass.
Radical Honesty: We provide a safe space for members to admit they only read the jacket summary on the ride over.
Evan Garrity, showcasing his compassion and bravery, once took out all the trash and helped bus tables at Causeway Bar & Grill.
Stephen Darre, in a marvelous display of skill and resilience, once won 3 stuffed animals from the claw machine at Causeway Bar & Grill.
Distinguished member Matt Bauer currently holds and maintains the illustrious Orange Status at Hooters.
Chris Kopp lost all of his money in a single hand of Blackjack at Treasure Chest Casino.