Join us in July!

We've got lots of ways to gather at the shop this month

I’ve heard it said that July is like the Saturday of summer, sandwiched between the month when school typically ends and begins (for those of us on a school schedule). If that’s the case, then consider your “Saturday” stacked and join us in July for some of our regular get-togethers and a few not-to-miss special events.

July 3: First Friday

We’ll be open late (till 8 or so) for First Friday, so if you’re in town to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday or have some extra time off for the long weekend, stop in and say “hi!” You can still pick up summer reading challenges for kids and adults, too!

July 10: Sean of the South concert plus meet-and-greet

Sean Dietrich, aka Sean of the South, never fails to attract a crowd when we bring him to Lancaster. Our 7 p.m. concert for July 10 is sold out BUT we are having a meet-and-greet with Sean from 2-3 p.m. on that same day. If you weren’t able to get tickets or have extra time in the afternoon that you won’t have in the evening, swing by and meet Sean. He’ll be signing books, then, too. His works include I Would Walk Five Hundred Miles, Will the Circle Be Unbroken?, Kinfolk, Over Yonder, and The Incredible Winston Browne.

July 11: Writer’s Breakfast

We’ll host our monthly gathering of creative people who don’t mind a little early morning chat at 9 a.m. Bring something to share if you’re able.

July 11: Storytime with Kristina

Kristina Wenger will read Skippyjon Jones by Judy Schachner at 11 a.m. The read-aloud will be followed by a craft of bumblebee pinatas and/or a Skippyjon Jones mask.

July 11: Art Market with Lucy Smucker and friends

If you’ve been in the shop, you’ve seen Lucy Smucker’s art hanging on the walls and adorning some of our cards. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lucy will be joined by artist friends to showcase all kinds of their work in our Sun Gallery. Stop by to meet these talented artists and take home some unique pieces for your collection.

July 14: The Classics Book Club

Lauren and The Classics Book Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. to discuss Sula by Toni Morrison.

July 16: The Book Was Better Book Club

Lisa and The Book Was Better Book Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. to discuss Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk.

July 18: Poet Laureate book signing

From noon to 3 p.m. Lancaster’s poet laureate Dana Kinsey will be signing copies of her book Before & Afterglow. Come talk poetry, theater and spoken word performance!

July 18: Conversation with Tory Mather

Tory Mather, author of Scenic Natural Wonders of Pennsylvania will be with us at 7:30 p.m. to talk about her book and all the beauty our state has to offer. Register for the event here.

July 30: Conversation with Warren Throckmorton

The author of The Christian Past that Wasn’t: Debunking the Christian Nationalist Myths that Hijack History will chat with us at 6 p.m. about his new book. Register to attend this event here.

Early August events

Save the date! August 1 we’ll have another writers breakfast and story time with Kristina, and on August 2, our very own Maile Smucker will release her middle grade novel From Here to You. Stay tuned for more details!