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October

31: Author Event: A.M. Bacon, Gavin Myatt, and John D. Beatty – 5 p.m. Celebrate Halloween with local authors A.M. Bacon, Gavin Myatt, and John D. Beatty. Enjoy an evening of spooky stories, book signings, and eerie fun. Costumes are welcome, and a few surprises may be in store.

November

01: Soup Crawl - 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. We’re excited to be a host location for the fall West Allis Soup Crawl, serving up delicious soup samples at Layman Brewing! To participate, you’ll need a ticket — available for purchase at B&K Bar Supplies and Cream City Clay. Don’t miss this cozy community favorite!

02: Writer's Group - 2 p.m. In the spirit of National Novel Writing Month, all writers are invited to come and write in our space on Sundays during the month of November. Drinks and snacks are encouraged.

02: Evolve Wellness Market (at The Ivy House) - 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. We’ll be part of this uplifting wellness market at The Ivy House, bringing a curated mix of books and crystal Reiki roll-on oils handcrafted by Erin, a certified Crystal Reiki Healer. Explore mindful makers, holistic products, and community connections throughout this inspiring event.

03: Book Club (Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier) - 6 p.m. Our final Book Club of the year begins with a classic — Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier. Join us as we dive into this haunting tale of love, mystery, and the lingering shadows of Manderley.
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03 - 09: Children's Book Week All week long come in for 

04: Keeper's Maker's Night - 6 p.m. Bring your latest project and join us for an evening of creativity and connection! Whether you knit, paint, write, or craft, Keeper’s Maker’s Night is a relaxed space to create alongside fellow makers. No registration needed—just drop in, make something wonderful, and enjoy the company.

06: Books & Bows - 5 p.m. We’re joining Books & Beers for Books & Bows — a cozy community event with a simple mission: give back through books. Shop small, enjoy local vendors, and help wrap donated books headed to children’s hospitals and local shelters. We’ll be there with plenty of great reads, including a wide selection of children’s books perfect for gifting or donating.

08: Children's Author Event - 11 a.m. We’re having a party to celebrate Children’s Book Week, complete with snacks, book giveaways, and 3 amazing local authors!

08: Southeast Wisconsin Festival of Books (at Carroll University, Rankin Hall, Room 240) - 12:30 pm Join Erin and other local publishers and booksellers to learn about what’s happening in the publishing industry from those that are steeped in it: the publishers who produce the books, and the bookstores who sell the books. This will be a discussion between the panelists and the audience about current trends and issues within the industry.

09: Writer's Group - 2 p.m. In the spirit of National Novel Writing Month, all writers are invited to come and write in our space on Sundays during the month of November. Drinks and snacks are encouraged.

15: Author Event: Madeline Crane - 12 p.m. Join us for an afternoon with local fantasy author Madeline Crane, who will be signing books and sharing the imaginative worlds she creates. Stop by to chat with the author, discover your next great fantasy read, and support a talented Wisconsin storyteller.

15: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church - 10 a.m. We’ll be at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Milwaukee for their annual Christmas Fair, bringing a festive selection of books and handmade goods perfect for gifting and holiday cheer. Stop by our table to browse, say hello, and support local this season!

16: Writer's Group - 2 p.m. In the spirit of National Novel Writing Month, all writers are invited to come and write in our space on Sundays during the month of November. Drinks and snacks are encouraged.

22: Author Event: Ren Browne - 2 p.m. Join us for an afternoon with local romance author Ren Browne as she signs books and shares the stories that make hearts race and pages turn. Stop by to meet the author, pick up a signed copy, and celebrate Wisconsin’s vibrant romance writing community.

22: Made in Nerdwaukee (at Pilot Project Milwaukee) - 11 a.m. We’ll be part of Made in Nerdwaukee at Pilot Project Brewing in Milwaukee! This fun, fandom-filled vendor event celebrates all things geeky and handmade. We’ll have a table full of handcrafted items—no books this time, just creative, nerdy treasures perfect for gifting or collecting.

23: Writer's Group - 2 p.m. In the spirit of National Novel Writing Month, all writers are invited to come and write in our space on Sundays during the month of November. Drinks and snacks are encouraged.

26: Closing Early - 3 p.m.

27: Closed

29: Small Business Saturday - 10 a.m. Celebrate Small Business Saturday with us! We’ll have special deals, giveaways, and other fun surprises all day long. It’s our way of saying thank you for supporting your neighborhood bookstore. Stop in, shop local, and kick off your holiday season with a little bookish joy.