Cool OC Book Club
Our book club has started! If you weren’t able to join the first meeting, that’s okay—there’s still time to join! Our first read is What If We Get It Right? by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, a collection of essays, poetry, and conversations that reimagine hopeful solutions for our climate future. We meet weekly for 6 weeks. Click “More Info” to register!

This new initiative invites readers to explore “cool” books that inspire action and foster meaningful discussions about sustainability and the environment.
Our first read is What If We Get It Right? by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, a powerful book rooted in climate optimism. Through essays, poetry, and conversations, Johnson brings together diverse voices that imagine hopeful solutions and visions for a better climate future.
Over 6 weekly meetings, we’ll dive into the book’s themes, share insights, and discuss actionable steps we can take to make a difference in our communities. Whether you’re a long-time climate advocate or just beginning your journey, this book club is a welcoming space to connect, learn, and grow.
Don’t miss the chance to join this inspiring conversation. Register below to be part of the journey!
Below is the full reading schedule. For each meeting, please read the section(s) listed beforehand, as we’ll be discussing them together:
Week 1 - January 27th
Possibility, pg. 3-31
Week 2 - February 3rd
Replenish & Re-Green, pg. 34-85
Week 3 - February 10th
If We Build It, pg. 88-135
Follow the Money, pg. 138-196
Week 4 - February 24th
Culture is the Context, pg. 200-257
Week 5 - March 3rd
Changing the Rules, pg. 260-341
Week 6 - March 10th
Community Foremost, pg. 344-394
Transformation, pg. 397-433