The Maridon Museum

May Book Club: Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng
2025-05-29 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, May 29, 2025
Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng

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“Our Missing Hearts” by Celeste Ng is a dystopian novel set in a near-future America where anti-Asian sentiment has led to the suppression of Asian-American culture and the forced relocation of children deemed a threat to national security. Twelve-year-old Bird, whose mother is a renowned poet, embarks on a perilous journey to find her after she mysteriously disappears. Bird is guided only by cryptic clues and the enduring power of stories in a world that seeks to erase them.
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We will also offer Zoom platform meetings for those who are not comfortable meeting in person at this time.
To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

Story Time at the Museum: Suki’s Kimono
2025-06-07 11:00 - 12:30
Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMMaridon Museum | 322 N. McKean Street, Butler, PA
Celebrate the beauty of tradition and individuality at this special Story Time at The Maridon Museum!
We’ll be reading Suki’s Kimono by Chieri Uegaki, the heartwarming story of a young girl who proudly wears her beloved kimono to school, sharing its memories and meaning with her classmates. This inspiring tale encourages children to embrace what makes them unique.
After the story, children will enjoy a hands-on art project inspired by the story’s themes, and have the chance to explore the museum’s exhibits.
Event Details:

Ages 3–8 (adult must accompany child)
Free admission (donations welcome)
Reservations required: Call 724.282.0123
Location: The Maridon Museum, 322 N. McKean Street, Butler, PA 16001

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Spaces are limited, so reserve your seat today!

Story Time at the Museum: The Seven Chinese Brothers
2025-06-21 11:00 - 12:30
Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMMaridon Museum | 322 N. McKean Street, Butler, PA
Get ready for an action-packed adventure at this special Story Time event featuring The Seven Chinese Brothers by Margaret Mahy.
In this exciting Chinese folktale, seven extraordinary brothers each possess a unique supernatural ability. Together, they use their remarkable talents to stand up against an unjust emperor and protect the people building the Great Wall of China.
After the story, children will enjoy a hands-on art project inspired by the story’s themes, and have the chance to explore the museum’s exhibits.
Event Details:

Ages 3–8 (adult must accompany child)
Free admission (donations welcome)
Reservations required: Call 724.282.0123
Location: The Maridon Museum, 322 N. McKean Street, Butler, PA 16001

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Spaces are limited, so reserve your seat today!

June Book Club: Songs of Willow Frost by Jamie Ford
2025-06-26 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, June 26, 2025
Songs of Willow Frost by Jamie Ford

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“Songs of Willow Frost” by Jamie Ford tells the intertwined stories of 12-year-old William Eng (who refuses to believe his mother is dead and escapes the orphanage to find her) and his mother Liu Song, a renowned actress who fled a troubled past to pursue her dreams. As William navigates the streets of Depression-era Seattle with his friend Charlotte, he discovers the truth about his mother’s life and the sacrifices she made for him, while Liu Song grapples with guilt and the consequences of her choices.
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We will also offer Zoom platform meetings for those who are not comfortable meeting in person at this time.
To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

Story Time at the Museum: Little One Inch
2025-07-12 11:00 - 12:30
Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PMMaridon Museum | 322 N. McKean Street, Butler, PA
Adventure awaits at this enchanting Story Time event featuring Little One Inch by Florence Sakade.
Drawn from classic Japanese folklore, this charming tale follows a tiny hero just one inch tall as he sets out on a brave journey. Armed with a chopstick for an oar and a rice bowl for a boat, Little One Inch overcomes towering challenges and proves that even the smallest among us can achieve great things.
After the story, children will enjoy a hands-on art project inspired by the story’s themes, and have the chance to explore the museum’s exhibits.
Event Details:

Ages 3–8 (adult must accompany child)
Free admission (donations welcome)
Reservations required: Call 724.282.0123
Location: The Maridon Museum, 322 N. McKean Street, Butler, PA 16001

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Spaces are limited, so reserve your seat today!

July Book Club: The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan
2025-07-31 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, July 31, 2025
The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan

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In “The Backyard Bird Chronicles,” Amy Tan shares her journey into birdwatching, capturing the joy and wonder of connecting with nature in her backyard through witty anecdotes, insightful musings, and charming illustrations. She documents her trials and triumphs in attracting a diverse array of avian visitors, from the comical antics of fledgling scrub jays to the awe-inspiring grace of a visiting owl. Beyond the simple act of birdwatching, Tan’s narrative weaves in profound reflections on life, loss, and the interconnectedness of all living things.
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. We will also offer Zoom platform meetings for those who are not comfortable meeting in person at this time.
To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

Aug. Book Club: We Carry the Sea in Our Hands by Janie Kim
2025-08-28 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025
We Carry the Sea in Our Hands by Janie Kim

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Join us for a discussion of We Carry the Sea in Our Hands, a moving and lyrical novel by Janie Kim that explores identity, migration, and the ties that bind generations of women across oceans. Told through intertwining narratives, the story navigates love, loss, and resilience with poetic depth and emotional power. Perfect for readers drawn to richly layered storytelling and global themes.
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

Sept. Book Club: Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi
2025-09-25 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025
Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

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In a small Tokyo café, customers can travel back in time, but only for the duration of a single cup of coffee. Before the Coffee Gets Cold is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel that weaves together four unique stories of people seeking second chances, closure, and connection.
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

Celebrate the Harvest Moon With The Maridon Museum
2025-09-28 17:30 - 21:00 | The Butler Country Club, 310 Country Club Road, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
Join us on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the Butler Country Club for an elegant evening in support of The Maridon Museum.
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Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres, followed by a seated dinner and live musical entertainment. Enjoy an evening filled with basket raffles and silent auctions, all in celebration of art, culture, and community.
Admission: $125 per personRSVP by: September 13, 2025Attire: Black tie optional
Reserve your spot today by calling 724.282.0123.
If you’re interested in sponsoring the event or donating a basket for the raffle, please contact us. We look forward to celebrating the Harvest Moon with you.

Oct. Book Club: Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Sutanto
2025-10-30 15:00 - 16:00 | Vintage Coffeehouse, 209 S Main St., Butler, PA, 16001
3:00 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025
Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Sutanto

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When a dead body turns up in her tea shop, the sharp-witted and lovable Vera Wong takes it upon herself to solve the mystery, whether the police want her help or not. Armed with determination, home-cooked meals, and a healthy dose of unsolicited advice, Vera becomes entangled in the lives and secrets of an unlikely group of suspects. A charming and hilarious cozy mystery full of heart, humor, and a heroine you won’t forget.
Please note, for this month, we will meet at Vintage Coffeehouse on Main Street. (209 S Main St, Butler, PA 16001).
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

Nov. Book Club: The Downstairs Girl by Stacy Lee
2025-11-20 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025
The Downstairs Girl by Stacy Lee

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Set in 1890s Atlanta, The Downstairs Girl follows Jo Kuan, a sharp and spirited young woman who works as a lady’s maid by day and secretly writes a bold advice column by night. As her anonymous words begin to stir up conversations about race, gender, and justice, Jo must decide how far she’s willing to go to challenge the world around her. A powerful and thought-provoking historical novel about identity, resilience, and finding your voice.
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

Jan. Book Club: If Cats Disappeared From The World by Genki Kawamura
2026-01-29 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026
If Cats Disappeared From The World by Genki Kawamura

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If Cats Disappeared From the World by Genki Kawamura follows a terminally ill postman who is approached by a devil offering an unusual deal: for each thing he agrees to erase from the world, he will be granted one extra day of life. As everyday objects disappear one by one, he is forced to confront what truly gives life meaning, including love, memory, forgiveness, and his bond with his beloved cat, Cabbage. The story is a gentle and emotional reflection on what we lose, what we choose to keep, and what makes life worth living.
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

Chinese New Year Celebration: Solve A Mystery!
2026-02-06 17:30 - 20:30
Join us on Friday, February 6, 2026 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm as The Maridon Museum welcomes the Year of the Horse with an evening that blends celebration, culture, and curiosity. This unique event invites guests to enjoy music, delicious refreshments, and a mystery-solving experience designed especially for the occasion.
As you explore the museum, you will uncover clues, follow intriguing story threads, and work together with fellow attendees to solve a Lunar New Year mystery. It is not a traditional role-playing murder mystery. Instead, this interactive adventure leads you on a cultural journey that encourages observation, teamwork, and discovery throughout the galleries.
Dress in business casual attire and bring your sense of adventure. Tickets are $65 and reservations are required.
RSVP by January 30 by calling 724.282.0123.
Celebrate Chinese New Year at The Maridon Museum and immerse yourself in an evening of fun, flavor, and festive tradition.

Feb. Book Club: The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong
2026-02-26 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026
The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong

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The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong is a lyrical, intimate exploration of grief, memory, and transformation. Through poetic fragments and reflective narrative, Vuong follows a speaker who searches for meaning after profound loss, tracing how love and pain shape identity. The book moves between past and present as it examines family, emotional inheritance, and the quiet moments that define a life. Ultimately, it offers a tender meditation on healing and the ways beauty and sadness often coexist.
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

March Book Club: In Order to Live: A North Korean Girl’s Journey to Freedom by Yeonmi Park
2026-03-26 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, March 26, 2026
In Order to Live: A North Korean Girl’s Journey to Freedom by Yeonmi Park

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In Order to Live: A North Korean Girl’s Journey to Freedom by Yeonmi Park is a memoir that recounts her life under the repressive North Korean regime, her escape at age thirteen, and the harrowing journey through China and Mongolia to reach freedom. Park describes the brutality, starvation, and control she experienced growing up, as well as the dangers of human trafficking she faced after fleeing. Through her story, she reflects on identity, survival, and the courage it takes to reclaim one’s life. The book is both a personal testimony and a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit.
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

April Book Club: The Color of Air by Gail Tsukiyama
2026-04-30 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, April 30, 2026
The Color of Air by Gail Tsukiyama

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The Color of Air by Gail Tsukiyama is a historical novel set in 1935 on the Big Island of Hawaii as the Mauna Loa volcano begins to stir. The story follows a tight-knit Japanese American community whose members are drawn together when Daniel, a young doctor, returns home and must confront long-buried secrets. Through interconnected voices, the novel explores love, loss, resilience, and the healing power of family and community. As the volcano’s ash fills the air, characters face the past and find strength in one another during a time of uncertainty.
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

Introducing Dr. Cynthia Marshall: Presenting African Masks
2026-05-14 18:30 - 20:30 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
Introducing Dr. Cynthia Marshall: Presenting African Masks
When you think of African masks do you think of a Freudian psychiatric office or an African witch doctor? Dr. Cynthia Marshall who collects African masks as artistic sculpture knows their purpose encompasses the beauty of story telling and so much more. You are invited to enter into the world of African masks and their tribal and cultural significance. You will find through her lecture a much more complex and subtle view of masks as art.

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To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

May Book Club: Dust Child: A Novel
2026-05-28 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, May 28, 2026
Dust Child: A Novel by Phantom Que Mai Nguyen

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Dust Child is a powerful novel that follows the intertwined stories of two Vietnamese sisters, a Black American veteran, and a young Amerasian man searching for his identity. Set during the Vietnam War and decades later, the book explores love, abandonment, trauma, and the lasting impact of conflict on families. As each character struggles with secrets from the past, their lives connect in unexpected ways, revealing the human cost of war and the courage it takes to seek forgiveness and a sense of belonging.
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

Introducing Jackie Totin: Presenting Tea Party
2026-06-04 18:30 - 20:30 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
Introducing Jackie Totin: Presenting Tea Party
Jackie received her first Tea Pot Set for her 6th Birthday. That sparked her interest in collecting tea pots, cups, sets and learning about the history, legends and philosophical aura of tea. She will start her presentation with the historical, “Boston Tea Party” and evolve to the discovery of the social harmony reflective of the Japanese Tea Ceremony.

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To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

June Book Club: The Full Moon Coffee Shop
2026-06-18 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, June 18, 2026
The Full Moon Coffee Shop by Mai Mochizuki

In Japan, cats are said to repay kindness, and if you’re lucky enough to be kind to the right one, you just might find yourself invited to a mysterious coffee shop beneath a glittering Kyoto moon. A screenwriter, a director, a hairstylist, and a website designer all find their way to the shop, where talking cats help set them back on their fated paths. A warm, whimsical read perfect for anyone who has ever felt a little lost.
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

July Book Club: We Do Not Part by Han Kang
2026-07-30 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, July 30, 2026
We Do Not Part by Han Kang

We Do Not Part by Han Kang is a haunting and deeply moving novel that explores friendship, memory, loss, and the enduring impact of historical trauma. Through lyrical prose and powerful storytelling, Han Kang weaves together personal and collective histories, creating a meditation on human resilience, grief, and the bonds that connect us across time.
Click here to download the flyer for all the book club meetings or visit our events calendar. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

August Book Club: An Artist of The Floating World by Kazuo Ishiguro
2026-08-27 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, August 27, 2026
An Artist of The Floating World by Kazuo Ishiguro

An Artist of the Floating World by Kazuo Ishiguro is a reflective novel that follows Masuji Ono, an aging artist in post-World War II Japan, as he confronts the consequences of his past actions and changing social values. Through themes of memory, regret, and personal responsibility, Ishiguro explores how individuals reconcile their histories with a rapidly evolving world.
Click here to download the flyer for all the book club meetings or visit our events calendar. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

Celebrate the Harvest Moon With The Maridon Museum
2026-09-13 17:00 - 21:00 | The Butler Country Club, 310 Country Club Road, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
Join us on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the Butler Country Club for an elegant evening in support of The Maridon Museum.
Doors open at 5:00 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres, followed by a seated dinner and live musical entertainment. Enjoy an evening filled with basket raffles and silent auctions, all in celebration of art, culture, and community.
Admission: $130 per personRSVP by: September 5, 2026Attire: Black tie optional
Reserve your spot today by calling 724.282.0123.
If you’re interested in sponsoring the event or donating a basket for the raffle, please contact us. We look forward to celebrating the Harvest Moon with you.

September Book Club: Little Soldiers by Leonora Chu
2026-09-24 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, September 24, 2026
Little Soldiers by Leonora Chu

Little Soldiers: An American Boy, a Chinese School, and the Global Race to Achieve follows journalist Lenora Chu as she enrolls her young son in a Shanghai public school and explores China’s highly disciplined, high-achieving education system. Through personal experience and in-depth reporting, Chu examines the benefits of academic rigor alongside the pressures of competition, conformity, and high-stakes testing, offering a thought-provoking comparison of Eastern and Western approaches to education.

Click here to download the flyer for all the book club meetings or visit our events calendar. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

October Book Club: The Nine Moons of Han Yu and Luli by Karina Yang Glaser
2026-10-29 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, October 29, 2026
The Nine Moons of Han Yu and Luli by Karina Yang Glaser

The Nine Moons of Han Yu and Luli by Karina Yan Glaser is a sweeping historical adventure that follows two courageous children separated by 1,200 years—Han Yu in ancient China and Luli in Depression-era New York City—as they embark on perilous journeys to save their families. Rich in Chinese culture, friendship, and resilience, the novel weaves together their interconnected stories with a touch of magic, creating an unforgettable tale of hope, courage, and the enduring bonds that connect generations.

Click here to download the flyer for all the book club meetings or visit our events calendar. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.

November Book Club: Sweet Bean Paste by Durian Sukegawa
2026-11-19 15:00 - 16:00 | The Maridon Museum, 322 North McKean St., Butler, PA 16001, Butler, PA, 16001, United States
3:00 p.m., Thursday, November 19, 2026
Sweet Bean Paste by Durian Sukegawa

Sweet Bean Paste by Durian Sukegawa is a moving and heartwarming novel about an unlikely friendship between a struggling dorayaki shop owner and an elderly woman whose exceptional sweet bean paste transforms both his business and his outlook on life. Through their relationship, the story explores themes of redemption, compassion, prejudice, and the value of every human life, offering a gentle yet powerful reflection on finding meaning in everyday moments.

Click here to download the flyer for all the book club meetings or visit our events calendar. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
