We'll supply the gentle background sounds and seating. You bring whatever you're reading (including audiobooks, as long as you have some headphones) and a friend. Let's read together in community and maybe even say hi to a neighbor or two. If you don't already have a book in mind or hand, come through a littleContinue reading →
Attention educators, librarians, and education professionals interested in learning more about and sharing AANHPI histories and stories this summer. The Field Museum is curating professional development book club and we're the first stop on the list! Visit Windows, Mirrors, and Stories: Exploring Filipino Literature to Teach Identity and Culture on the Field Museum's website toContinue reading →
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Join the conversation with the Chicago chapter of the Party for Socialism and Liberation as they discuss readings from the book "Why Venezuela?". No pre-reading required and we'll have copies available for purchase at the event.
It's private, why are you so curious?
For folks looking for an Asian American book club reading Asian American authors, check out the Hao Peng You Book Club! This month, the club is reading and discussing the book Cecilia by K-Ming Chang. Participants are encouraged to order their book through Restoried Bookshop directly or through Bookshop.org.
Join the Asian American 101 Book Club as we discuss the closing chapters of Lamya H's Hijab Butch Blues. This session brings us to the end of part three and the conclusion of Lamya's memoir! Light snacks and beverages are always welcome for book club. See y'all here to dive into the conversation!
We are excited to hold space for a youth organized and led open mic: Set The Mic Ablaze! Thanks to Zayne and the Rough Writers for organizing this and letting us hold space together. The sign up sheet is open to all ages and opens at 5:00pm. We'd love to have our community share theirContinue reading →
**UPDATED UPDATE** We have rescheduled from July 30th to August 6th. Summer had it in for us almost as bad as that mercury retrograde did. Our apologies for having to reschedule but we're looking forward to talking with y'all on August 6th at 6:30pm here at the shop! **UPDATE** We have a winner! We'll beContinue reading →
Bring a book, a bev, and a friend for an hour of uninterrupted silent reading together. Or show up early to pick up a new read! We'll supply the seating and background music. Help us build community through the love of reading!
It has been a long year and we're taking some time to unwind and be with family. Maybe even hit the beach (with a book, of course). We'll be closed all week- help us by picking up books to clear our shelves the week before or ordering from Bookshop.org and Libro.fm while we're away!
We are excited to celebrate M.K.'s new book, The Sexuality of Care with them here in Chicago! We will have copies of their book available for purchase at the event, but if you'd like to read ahead you can find copies through Bookshop.org or by ordering through us directly! More info and flier coming soon!