Girls can have fun while reading at a special book club meeting. Shoppers can discover new tastes or go fishing. This week, capitalize on great deals that are palate pleasing and adventurous.

American Girl: Book club fun. Join American Girl for a book club discussion of "Lea Dives In" plus snack, a goodie bag and more from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Friday, June 3. Participation is $10 per person. North Point Mall, 1000 North Point Cir, Alpharetta. 877-247-5223. americangirl.com.

Sur la Table: Taste test. Stop in for a free in-store demo and tastings of smoky barbecue sliders throughout the day from 12-6 p.m. June 4 – 5. North Point Mall, 1000 North Point Cir, Alpharetta. 678-280-0086. surlatable.com.

Orvis: Go fishing. Bring in a used, working fishing rod and receive 20-off percent off a purchase now thru Tuesday, June 21. A 20-percent off military discount is also offered. Avalon Mall, 6130 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta. 678-367-4767. orvis.com.