ACOTAR 6 Midnight Release Party
Doors at nine for the sixth ACOTAR book, which goes on sale at midnight. You need a pre-order to get in. Three hours of themed everything in a bookshop after hours.
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TBC Reads Book Club
The shop's catch-all club, run by bookseller Athena, reading across every genre on purpose. No sign-up, just turn up, and the month's pick is fifteen percent off at the register.
Horror Book Club
Owner Drew and bookseller Jenna co-host the horror club, which is a good room to be in come October. Second Thursday at seven, no registration, discounted copy at the counter.
Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club
Owner Drew hosts this one, and these are the two genres he will talk your ear off about anyway. Seven o'clock, no sign-up needed, discounted copy waiting at the register.
Around the same time
Seeing Snakes and Troublebound
Two bands on a Thursday at the Nail. Food is served until 1am and drink specials stop at 11, which sets the shape of the night.
Sleeping Mat Project with Integrate for Good
Volunteers weave recycled grocery bags into sleeping mats for homeless neighbors, a partnership with Integrate for Good. Thursday mornings in the community room, drop in and learn the technique.
Baby Storytime
Books, music, rhymes and lap bounces for children under two, then play time with sensory toys. Thursday mornings in the large meeting room, running until the branch closes for Thanksgiving.