Thurber House — Summer Events — Literary Center and James Thurber Museum

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May Book Bar (Adult Reading/Social Mixer)
May
8
6:00 PM18:00

May Book Bar (Adult Reading/Social Mixer)

Our wildly popular Book Bar is back! This is an upbeat social event for book lovers who want to mingle, read, or both.

Let’s be honest, our last Book Bar was a page-turning hit. With signature cocktails and an engaged crowd, we set the bar (pun intended) pretty high!

We’re bringing Book Bar to a brand-new spot—Grandview Cafe—and we can’t wait to welcome you for another round of good books, good drinks, and good conversation. Whether you're deep into a novel or just dipping into your latest poetry collection, this is your chance to sip, snack, and settle in with a book among fellow readers. Grab a cocktail (yes, there’ll be a themed one), order a bite to eat, and enjoy a space where you can read quietly, chat casually, or both. Stay for a few chapters or the whole night—it’s up to you.

Choose from the Event Only ticket (includes admission, one standard drink, and snacks) or upgrade to an Event + Blind Date Book Bundle ticket (includes one randomly selected “Blind Date” book, admission, one standard drink, and snacks).

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