This month’s selection is Behind the Beautiful Forevers by award-winning author Katherine Boo. The book follows several individuals from a makeshift settlement in Mumbai and their struggles to make better lives for themselves and their families. This event is for adults and seniors; new members are always welcome. Free. 7–8 p.m. Mahtomedi Meeting Room at Wildwood Brach Library, 763 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi; 651.426.2042.