Want to feel more connected to your community? Want to read writing that informs and delights? Want a behind-the-scenes look at how news is gathered and how stories are brought to life by journalists covering our state? The Tampa Bay Times and Book + Bottle are teaming up to host a monthly article club. We’ll introduce you to stories that matter and offer the chance to engage in lively, respectful and thought-provoking discussions. Times journalist Lauren Peace will be facilitating the conversation. Come join us to talk about the art of journalism and how to find reliable information in an oversaturated world.

We meet each month at Book + Bottle from 5-6:30 p.m. We grab drinks and get settled from 5-5:30, then discussion runs promptly from 5:30-6:30.

Our next Article Club is Sunday, Sept. 20.

Please RSVP to let us know if you can make it!

This month will feature a conversation with Environment Reporter Max Chesnes.

Max is a lifelong Floridian who writes about public lands, water quality, wildlife and everything in between. He studied both journalism and sustainability at the University of Florida. Last year, his reporting alongside Energy Reporter Emily Mahoney uncovered secret plans to turn state park land into hotels and golf courses.

On Sunday we’ll talk about Max’s reporting and take you behind the scenes of this recent piece:

Offshore Florida’s Gulf coast, scientists chase the world’s largest fish

Physical copies of the article are available for free in the shop (just ask a staff member), or you can access the story online HERE.

**** Want to learn more about Article Club in the meantime? Check out this write up or listen to this feature on NPR Morning Edition.

Contact the host of September Article Club: Book + Bottle x Tampa Bay Times