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  • Intro to Eclecticism presents Good Dirt Book Club

    The Craftery 823 E. Market St, Suite 102, Louisville, KY, United States

    This month’s book club discussion is going to be good! We will be gathering at @thecrafterybar to create our own concrete planters from scratch, that includes a succulent, as we […]

    $40

  • The Spring StoryWalk® | “Bird Watch” by Christie Matheson

    Beckley Creek Park 1411 Beckley Creek Pkwy, Louisville, KY, United States

    The Parklands of Floyds Fork invites you to a StoryWalk®! Enjoy reading a children’s book while walking along The Egg Lawn Signature Trail. Follow the signs placed around The Egg […]

    Free

  • Meet & Greet with author Kamp Woods @ Locals Food Hub & Pizza

    Locals Food Hub & Pizza 822 E Broadway, Louisville, KY, United States

    Join Kampwoods at Locals for an exclusive meet & greet event, introducing the world to the Dismantled Damsel universe. This is your chance to meet the author in person, dive into the inspiration behind the collection, and explore the deeper mission of this creative journey. Come grab a signed copy of Dismantled Damsel, connect through […]

    Free

  • Author Meredith R. Lyons discusses ‘A Dagger of Lightning’ with Meg Shaffer | Carmichael’s

    Carmichael’s Bookstore – Crescent Hill 2720 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY, United States

    Meredith R. Lyons discusses A Dagger of Lightning with Meg Shaffer Carmichael’s is excited to host Meredith R. Lyons for her new book, A Dagger of Lightning. She will be joined in conversation by Meg Shaffer. About the Book: Let’s get one thing straight: I am not your chosen one. Forty-five-year-old Imogen has always struggled […]

    Free

  • Gabriela Alcalde discusses “What Your Comfort Costs Us” | w/ Honorable Attica Scott

    Carmichael’s Bookstore – Crescent Hill 2720 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY, United States

    Discussing Gabriela Alcalde’s new book, What Your Comfort Costs Us: How Women of Color Reimagine Leadership To Transform Workplace Culture. About the book: What Your Comfort Costs Us weaves the author’s leadership journey with the stories of women of color leaders in nonprofit, philanthropy, and higher education. It offers a powerful lens on leadership and […]

    Free

  • Indie Bookstore Day w/ Byway Books @ ShopBar

    ShopBar 950 Barret Ave, Louisville, KY, United States

    @bywaybooks is joining us for Indie Bookstore Day on 4/26! Save the date! đź“š   ***Description from Instagram post

  • Independent Bookstore Day @ Butcher Cabin Books | book-singing, puppy kissing booth, giveaways, and more

    Butcher Cabin Books 990 Barret Ave, Louisville, KY, United States

    It’s almost time for another #IndependentBookstoreDay! Join us on Saturday, April 26 for lots of fun -> scroll for specifics! We’ll have exclusive IBD merch, including indie exclusive, green-sprayed copies of Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay and a very limited number of special edition signed Lightlark copies. Becky Robison @rebb003 will be here from 1-3pm […]

  • Earth Day dinner @ Barn8 / Hermitage Farm | with Silas House

    Hermitage Farm 10500 US-42, Goshen, KY, United States

    Hermitage Farm is honored to host Silas House—writer, environmental activist, and native Kentuckian—as the guest of honor for our annual Earth Day dinner. House is the New York Times bestselling […]

    $200

  • Library: Summer Reading and Cultural Pass Kickoff 2025

    Main Library 301 York St, Louisville, KY, United States

    Kick off this year’s Summer Reading and Cultural Pass programs with a day full of fun, hands-on activities at the Library! Explore this year’s Summer Reading theme “The Great Summer […]

  • Readers Market

    Foxing Books 1314 Bluegrass Ave, Louisville, KY, United States

    It’s here! The next Readers Market is on the calendar. Along with @introtoeclecticism and @youngauthorsgreenhouse, we are thrilled to announce our next Readers Market will be Saturday, May 31st from 1-4PM Food, drinks, and even more bookish vendors! Stay tuned for more details and vendor announcements. ***Description from Facebook event  

  • Dinosaur Day @ Carmichael’s Kids

    Carmichael’s Bookstore – Crescent Hill 2720 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY, United States

    Dinosaur Day at Carmichael’s Kids Event date: Sunday, June 1, 2025 – 10:00am to 5:00pm 1313 Bardstown Rd Louisville, KY 40204 Carmichael’s Kids is excited to host Dinosaur Day on Sunday, June 1. Stop by anytime 10am to 5pm to join in on the festivities. We will have a dinosaur-themed craft station, scavenger hunt, and […]

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