An Introduction

So, we've been talking about starting a blog for our reading group for a while now, and the baby is (well, was) sleeping, so I'm going to venture out here and do it. Hope that's alright with everyone.

First of all, welcome! Whether you found us on purpose or by accident, you've arrived at the blog for the Compton Heights Reading Circle. We're a relatively small but dedicated bunch of readers who have been meeting since June of 2005, when our beloved Norma Santhoff first came up with the idea. She recently passed away, but we continue reading, discussing, and laughing in her honor. We began as a group of Compton Heights Christian Church members, but have grown over the years to include friends and the occasional stranger (who quickly becomes a friend). Our readers vary widely in taste, age, and occupation (as well as many other demographics), and we try to keep our book selections diverse as well. We've had some hits and many misses, but we're always open to suggestions and new ideas!