Welcome to AVCReads

The Antelope Valley College Book Club, previously known as Read to Succeed (RtS), has rebranded to AVCReads. 

This new identity reflects the commitment to creating a connected and engaged community, all brought together by the joy and shared experience of reading. Dive into a world where every page turned is a step closer to building a community and broadening horizons. 

AVCReads will host a two-part discussion series this spring centered on The Glass Castle, the memoir by Jeannette Walls.

The series invites students, faculty, and staff to engage in thoughtful dialogue around the book’s themes, including homelessness, mental health and resilience, issues that reflect the lived experiences of many students and members of the Antelope Valley community. 

The first event will feature a roundtable panel discussion with faculty and students, followed by audience participation. The second event will include a sectional viewing of the film adaptation and a guided compare-and-contrast discussion between the book and the movie. 

Both events are open to the AVC community. Participants are encouraged to have access to the book prior to attending. 

For more details and to get a free copy of the book, contact:
Dr. Morenike Adebayo-Ige: morenike.adebayoige@avc.edu
Prof. Maria Espinoza-Schrock: maria.espinozaschroc@avc.edu

When: 
• Thursday, March 5 from 6–9 p.m. — Roundtable panel discussion 
• Thursday, March 12 from 6–9 p.m. — Film viewing and book-to-movie discussion 

Where: 
• Cedar Hall (CH) 132 

Upon request five business days before the event, reasonable accommodation will be provided to facilitate the participation of covered individuals with disabilities. Call (661) 722-6360 (voice/relay).