Seniors meet local authors at ‘WriteOn Joliet’ annual event at Timbers of Shorewood
Writers from WriteOn Joliet visited the Timbers of Shorewood Senior Living at an event called “Meet the Authors” on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the Timbers, 1100 N. River Rd., Shorewood. The authors read passages from their latest anthologies, signed books, and answered questions from members of the Timbers’ Book Club.
As part of the event, the latest two editions of the anthology were donated to the Timbers Book Club. Members of B.L.O.C.K.S. – the umbrella group for the BryonySeries books – donated funds that were used to buy 30 copies of WriteOn Joliet’s 2024 anthology. Angie Aegerter, of Channahon, owner of Harvest Deli by Fit Foundation in Crest Hill, donated funds for 30 copies of the 2025 Anthology.
“We are so grateful to receive copies of both anthologies,” said Amy Odell, director of activities at the Timbers of Shorewood. “This is the 4th year we’ve hosted ‘Meet the Authors’ and it has become a wonderful tradition for our active book club. The authors felt famous, and our residents enjoy meeting the authors after reading their stories each year.”
WriteOn Joliet meetings are from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays at the Joliet Public Library. The group’s members come from all over the southern suburbs. Some have self-published or have been traditionally published. Others are still exploring their writing options and interests. Regardless of the authors’ places in the writing world, WriteOn welcomes everyone looking to write, read, and grow. For more information visit writeonjoliet.com.
The Timbers of Shorewood Senior Living, 1100 N. River Rd., Shorewood, is a rental retirement community that provides senior independent living and assisted living apartments and a full schedule of activities and services. Residents whose needs may change are able to stay in the same place and receive appropriate and compassionate care. Furnished apartments are also available for short-term stays.
Learn more about the Timbers of Shorewood’s awards for senior living and read reviews about our community. For more information call 815-609-0669.
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Timbers of Shorewood Book Club FAQ
The Timbers of Shorewood Book Club is one of the most active senior-focused book clubs in the joliet area. The Timbers hosts an annual “Meet the Authors” event where members of the book club get to interact directly with local writers from the WriteOn Joliet. In addition, the local author group has donated copies of their annual anthology to the Timbers Book Club each year since 2022.
The “Meet the Authors” event is an annual tradition where writers from the WriteOn Joliet group visit the Timbers of Shorewood Senior Living. During the event, authors read excerpts from their latest anthologies, participate in book signings, and engage in Q&A sessions with the Timbers’ Book Club members.
Book clubs at communities like The Timbers of Shorewood provide cognitive stimulation and combat social isolation. By discussing literature and meeting authors, seniors maintain social connections and mental agility, which are critical components of healthy aging.
Many senior events at The Timbers of Shorewood are open to the public or part of the “Academy for Seniors.” Additionally, WriteOn Joliet meets at the Joliet Public Library, which is a great resource for seniors living independently in the southern suburbs. WriteOn Joliet visits the Timbers of Shorewood annually for “Meet the Authors” event.
Local businesses and groups (like Harvest Deli or B.L.O.C.K.S.) frequently support senior programs through book donations. If you are interested in sponsoring a literary event or donating anthologies to the Timbers Book Club, contact the Director of Activities at 815-609-0669.
The Timbers of Shorewood hosts a variety of guest speakers, including local historians, musicians, and authors from WriteOn Joliet. These events are part of a robust activity schedule designed for active senior living.
While the Timbers has an active book club and internal newspaper, residents interested in writing are encouraged to connect with WriteOn Joliet, which meets twice monthly at the Joliet Public Library and welcomes writers of all skill levels from the southern suburbs.
