May - Epic Grovels
Romantasy book discussion centered on the most epic grovels and hard-earned redemption arcs, spotlighting love interests who’ve badly messed up and fight to win forgiveness. Expect lively debate and trope talk in a botanical garden setting.
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Lively discussion of T. Kingfisher’s novel In the Lives of Puppets in a garden setting, with a small-group conversation focused on themes, characters, and favorite moments among local readers.
Lively discussion of T. Kingfisher’s novel In the Lives of Puppets in a garden setting, with a small-group conversation focused on themes, characters, and favorite moments among local readers.
Lively discussion of T. Kingfisher’s novel In the Lives of Puppets in a garden setting, with a small-group conversation focused on themes, characters, and favorite moments among local readers.
Mystery-themed book chat with casual, freeform discussion over sipped wine in a relaxed upstairs meetup space. Grab bottles, snacks, or other drinks downstairs and linger from 2–4 pm with fellow readers.
Mystery-themed book chat with casual, freeform discussion over sipped wine in a relaxed upstairs meetup space. Grab bottles, snacks, or other drinks downstairs and linger from 2–4 pm with fellow readers.
Mystery-themed book chat with casual, freeform discussion over sipped wine in a relaxed upstairs meetup space. Grab bottles, snacks, or other drinks downstairs and linger from 2–4 pm with fellow readers.
A late-night book discussion dives into Iris Murdoch’s Booker Prize–winning literary fiction, tracing playwright Charles Arrowby’s seaside retreat as memoir turns into obsession. Expect character-driven conversation in a casual pizza spot setting.
A late-night book discussion dives into Iris Murdoch’s Booker Prize–winning literary fiction, tracing playwright Charles Arrowby’s seaside retreat as memoir turns into obsession. Expect character-driven conversation in a casual pizza spot setting.
A late-night book discussion dives into Iris Murdoch’s Booker Prize–winning literary fiction, tracing playwright Charles Arrowby’s seaside retreat as memoir turns into obsession. Expect character-driven conversation in a casual pizza spot setting.
Gentle morning soul reset for creatives combining group reflection, peer sharing, and short creative prompts in a cozy parlor setting; monthly drop in circle on the first Sunday for connection and replenishment.
Gentle morning soul reset for creatives combining group reflection, peer sharing, and short creative prompts in a cozy parlor setting; monthly drop in circle on the first Sunday for connection and replenishment.
Gentle morning soul reset for creatives combining group reflection, peer sharing, and short creative prompts in a cozy parlor setting; monthly drop in circle on the first Sunday for connection and replenishment.
Monthly narrative-arts salon exploring creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and exercises around creative constraint. Participants can share works in progress for supportive feedback in an intimate workshop setting.
Monthly narrative-arts salon exploring creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and exercises around creative constraint. Participants can share works in progress for supportive feedback in an intimate workshop setting.
Monthly narrative-arts salon exploring creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and exercises around creative constraint. Participants can share works in progress for supportive feedback in an intimate workshop setting.
Monthly evening salon digs into creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and prompts, with a chance to share works in progress. September’s “Feeding the Muse” session blends narrative arts, peer feedback, and creative momentum in an intimate parlor setting.
Monthly evening salon digs into creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and prompts, with a chance to share works in progress. September’s “Feeding the Muse” session blends narrative arts, peer feedback, and creative momentum in an intimate parlor setting.
Monthly evening salon digs into creativity roadblocks through guided discussion and prompts, with a chance to share works in progress. September’s “Feeding the Muse” session blends narrative arts, peer feedback, and creative momentum in an intimate parlor setting.
Prompt-driven morning creative writing sessions for poets and prose writers held on the second Sunday each month at Story Parlor; expect short timed exercises, quiet drafting time, and optional sharing in a cozy parlor setting.
Prompt-driven morning creative writing sessions for poets and prose writers held on the second Sunday each month at Story Parlor; expect short timed exercises, quiet drafting time, and optional sharing in a cozy parlor setting.
Prompt-driven morning creative writing sessions for poets and prose writers held on the second Sunday each month at Story Parlor; expect short timed exercises, quiet drafting time, and optional sharing in a cozy parlor setting.
Book-cover bedazzling night where you add rhinestones and glittery embellishments to make a favorite title sparkle. A relaxed, beginner-friendly craft hangout in a cozy bookstore setting for readers and makers.
Book-cover bedazzling night where you add rhinestones and glittery embellishments to make a favorite title sparkle. A relaxed, beginner-friendly craft hangout in a cozy bookstore setting for readers and makers.
Book-cover bedazzling night where you add rhinestones and glittery embellishments to make a favorite title sparkle. A relaxed, beginner-friendly craft hangout in a cozy bookstore setting for readers and makers.
Happy hour style horticulture meetup blending practical gardening know how with casual social time. Expect plant care and seasonal growing tips in a relaxed, drink in hand atmosphere that’s welcoming for beginners.
Happy hour style horticulture meetup blending practical gardening know how with casual social time. Expect plant care and seasonal growing tips in a relaxed, drink in hand atmosphere that’s welcoming for beginners.
Happy hour style horticulture meetup blending practical gardening know how with casual social time. Expect plant care and seasonal growing tips in a relaxed, drink in hand atmosphere that’s welcoming for beginners.
Monthly tarot study circle blending new reading methods with reflective journeywork and self exploration. Expect a supportive small group vibe centered on intuition, personal growth, and practical card practice.
Monthly tarot study circle blending new reading methods with reflective journeywork and self exploration. Expect a supportive small group vibe centered on intuition, personal growth, and practical card practice.
Monthly tarot study circle blending new reading methods with reflective journeywork and self exploration. Expect a supportive small group vibe centered on intuition, personal growth, and practical card practice.
A laid-back sci fi book discussion of Alastair Reynolds’ “Pushing Ice” in a neighborhood pub setting with beer and conversation. Drop in even if you didn’t finish the book, and get a preview of next month’s pick.
A laid-back sci fi book discussion of Alastair Reynolds’ “Pushing Ice” in a neighborhood pub setting with beer and conversation. Drop in even if you didn’t finish the book, and get a preview of next month’s pick.
A laid-back sci fi book discussion of Alastair Reynolds’ “Pushing Ice” in a neighborhood pub setting with beer and conversation. Drop in even if you didn’t finish the book, and get a preview of next month’s pick.
Browse a grown up book fair while sipping craft beer in a laid back Haywood Road bottle shop taproom. Expect easy mingling, bookish browsing, and a casual early evening hangout vibe.
Browse a grown up book fair while sipping craft beer in a laid back Haywood Road bottle shop taproom. Expect easy mingling, bookish browsing, and a casual early evening hangout vibe.
Browse a grown up book fair while sipping craft beer in a laid back Haywood Road bottle shop taproom. Expect easy mingling, bookish browsing, and a casual early evening hangout vibe.
Wild, fireside style storytelling drawn from Ireland’s Fenian Cycle, weaving shapeshifting and otherworld journeys through themes of grief, joy, loss, and renewal. An intimate late night gathering for myth lovers and imaginative community.
Wild, fireside style storytelling drawn from Ireland’s Fenian Cycle, weaving shapeshifting and otherworld journeys through themes of grief, joy, loss, and renewal. An intimate late night gathering for myth lovers and imaginative community.
Wild, fireside style storytelling drawn from Ireland’s Fenian Cycle, weaving shapeshifting and otherworld journeys through themes of grief, joy, loss, and renewal. An intimate late night gathering for myth lovers and imaginative community.
Lively reader-led discussions unpack books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, with space to compare perspectives and connect current events to deeper historical context. Hosted in a public library setting for engaged citizens.
Lively reader-led discussions unpack books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, with space to compare perspectives and connect current events to deeper historical context. Hosted in a public library setting for engaged citizens.
Lively reader-led discussions unpack books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, with space to compare perspectives and connect current events to deeper historical context. Hosted in a public library setting for engaged citizens.
A consent-focused cuddle gathering centered on sensual connection, touch boundaries, and cozy partnered snuggling in a guided group setting. Ticketed, adult-oriented social space for affectionate connection and community.
A consent-focused cuddle gathering centered on sensual connection, touch boundaries, and cozy partnered snuggling in a guided group setting. Ticketed, adult-oriented social space for affectionate connection and community.
A consent-focused cuddle gathering centered on sensual connection, touch boundaries, and cozy partnered snuggling in a guided group setting. Ticketed, adult-oriented social space for affectionate connection and community.
Guided nonsexual cuddle practice centered on platonic intimacy, clear consent, and personal boundaries in a supportive group setting. A ticketed evening for like minded adults seeking calming connection and community care.
Guided nonsexual cuddle practice centered on platonic intimacy, clear consent, and personal boundaries in a supportive group setting. A ticketed evening for like minded adults seeking calming connection and community care.
Guided nonsexual cuddle practice centered on platonic intimacy, clear consent, and personal boundaries in a supportive group setting. A ticketed evening for like minded adults seeking calming connection and community care.
Earth-centered spiritual teachings explore Mother Gaia’s 13 love directives and precepts as a compass for balanced, abundant living. Expect reflective discussion geared toward joy, peace, and building community connection.
Earth-centered spiritual teachings explore Mother Gaia’s 13 love directives and precepts as a compass for balanced, abundant living. Expect reflective discussion geared toward joy, peace, and building community connection.
Earth-centered spiritual teachings explore Mother Gaia’s 13 love directives and precepts as a compass for balanced, abundant living. Expect reflective discussion geared toward joy, peace, and building community connection.
A cozy Sunday picnic with an “old money blue” dress-up theme—light blue and white outfits, blankets on the lawn, and shared snacks. Bring a beloved book or in-progress craft for relaxed mingling’s Botanical Gardens.
A cozy Sunday picnic with an “old money blue” dress-up theme—light blue and white outfits, blankets on the lawn, and shared snacks. Bring a beloved book or in-progress craft for relaxed mingling’s Botanical Gardens.
A cozy Sunday picnic with an “old money blue” dress-up theme—light blue and white outfits, blankets on the lawn, and shared snacks. Bring a beloved book or in-progress craft for relaxed mingling’s Botanical Gardens.
Earth-centered goddess circle blending sound healing, poetry, and intuitive movement to listen to body wisdom and ancestral guidance. Expect a sacred, gentle ritual space for inner child, lover, and mystic exploration and embodied ease.
Earth-centered goddess circle blending sound healing, poetry, and intuitive movement to listen to body wisdom and ancestral guidance. Expect a sacred, gentle ritual space for inner child, lover, and mystic exploration and embodied ease.
Earth-centered goddess circle blending sound healing, poetry, and intuitive movement to listen to body wisdom and ancestral guidance. Expect a sacred, gentle ritual space for inner child, lover, and mystic exploration and embodied ease.
Cozy story time inside a cat lounge, with a cat-centric book read aloud while kids relax among resident “panthers.” Designed for families with children ages 7 and under seeking a calm, animal-themed hangout.
Cozy story time inside a cat lounge, with a cat-centric book read aloud while kids relax among resident “panthers.” Designed for families with children ages 7 and under seeking a calm, animal-themed hangout.
Cozy story time inside a cat lounge, with a cat-centric book read aloud while kids relax among resident “panthers.” Designed for families with children ages 7 and under seeking a calm, animal-themed hangout.