General Interest Clubs
Bykota offers clubs to meet just about every interest. However, if you have an interest that isn’t represented here, it isn’t hard to start a new one!
Bykota Book Club Butterflies
Have you ever finished a great book and wished you had someone to discuss it with? The Bykota Book Club Butterflies is the perfect place to share that experience. Connect with fellow readers to exchange ideas, gain new perspectives, and discover books you might never have picked up on your own.
Along the way, you’ll sharpen communication skills, build confidence, and explore meaningful social themes—all in a welcoming and supportive environment. Whether you’re a lifelong reader or rediscovering the joy of books, this club offers a place to grow and connect.
Come for the books. Stay for the conversation.
Meeting Details
- When: Third Wednesday of the month, 1:30 – 2:45 PM
- Where: Room 112
- Book titles announced at least one month in advance
- Cost: Free
- Registration: Not required
Houseplant Club
Kermit the Frog once said, “It’s not easy being green”—and every houseplant would agree. Whether your thumb is green or not, the Bykota House Plant Club is here to help your indoor plants thrive. In return, your plants will reward you by purifying your air, lowering stress, and lifting your spirits.
Learn how to care for houseplants, identify and treat common pests and diseases, and propagate your favorite cultivars. Share your successes (and the occasional flop), swap tips, and enjoy the company of fellow plant lovers.
First-time visitors receive a free houseplant!
Meeting Details
- When: First Tuesday of the month, 10:00 – 11:00 AM
- Where: Bykota Café
- Cost: Free
- Registration: Not required
- Moderator: Barbara Mischke
Maryland History Club
History lives in all of us—and as seniors, we’ve lived through enough of it to be experts. Each month, members of Bykota’s Maryland History Club come together to share stories, present research, and uncover new insights about the events that shaped our state.
It’s where personal memories meet historical moments. Maybe your family is tired of hearing about your 1964 Pontiac GTO—but in the History Club, that story becomes part of Maryland’s living legacy.
Come for the stories. Stay for the history.
Meeting Details
- When: Last Tuesday of the month, 10:30 – 11:30 AM
- Where: Room 112
- Cost: Free
- Registration: Not required
Spanish Club
Practice your Spanish in a fun, relaxed setting. Whether you’re fluent or just learning, join in lively conversations, cultural exchanges, and shared travel stories. No tests, just friendly encouragement.
Meeting Details
- When: Thursdays, 1:30 – 3:00 PM
- Where: Room 200
- Moderator: Volunteer led.
- Cost: Free
- Registration: Not required
Creative writing—whether memoir, journal entry, poem, short story, or essay—is a powerful and therapeutic way to explore thoughts and emotions. It gives your mind a workout, boosting mental agility and strengthening emotional resilience.
The Wordsmith Writing Club at Bykota is not a class; it’s a supportive space for writers of all experience levels to share their work and connect. Whether you’re just starting out or have been writing for years, you’ll find encouragement, inspiration, and meaningful social interaction. Discover fresh ideas and new perspectives with fellow writers in a nurturing environment.
Bring your words. Share your voice.
Meeting Details
- When: Tuesdays, 12:30 – 2:00 PM
- Where: Room 200
- Cost: Free
- Registration: Not required
- Moderator: Barbara Mischke