Mystery Book Group July
2025-07-16 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
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The book pick for July’s Mystery Book Group is Murder at St. Anne’s by J.R. Ellis
Winter, snow, murder–and a centuries-dead suspect.
In the chilly depths of a Yorkshire winter, a well-liked rector is found bludgeoned to death in her own church. With no sign of a murder weapon, local superstition quickly pins the blame on the ghost of a medieval m-onk believed to haunt the building…
To sign up or let us know you’re coming, please call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com

Sun, Sand & Stories Book & Vendor Fair
2025-07-27 11:00 - 15:00 | The Mill @ French River, 9 Frederick Street, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
Come see us at The Mill at French River for a “Sun, Sand & Stories” book & vendor fair with all the Summer Lit Vibes!! 14 local authors, crafters, food truck and a bookstore (that’s us ) showcasing a boat-load of beach reads & other fun bookish merch. You can also win a Beach Bag Raffle, free with any purchase! 11 am-3 pm find us on the outdoor patio.

July Evening Book Group
2025-07-30 17:00 - 18:30 | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
The book group pick for July is Save What’s Left by Elizabeth Castellano.
GMA BOOK CLUB PICK • ONE OF PEOPLE MAGAZINE’S BEST BOOKS OF SUMMER • An outrageously funny debut novel about a woman who moves to a small beach town looking for peace, only to find herself in an all-out war with her neighbors.

All book club picks get a 10% discount in-store!
New members are always welcome~Please let us know if you plan to come by calling 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com

Create Your Own Mandala Workshop
2025-08-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
Join Wendy Hicks at Booklovers’ Gourmet for a fun and relaxing event where you can unleash your creativity. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to paint your own unique mandala, a beautiful and intricate geometric pattern with meditative qualities. No artistic experience is necessary – just bring your imagination and we’ll provide all the materials you need. Come and enjoy a couple of hours of mindfulness and artistic expression. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to create something truly special!
All attendees will go home with extra supplies of brushes and paint to use for future projects. A complimentary cafe beverage is also included in the ticket price. Cost is $60 per person. Limit of 12 attendees.

To reserve your space, stop in store, call 508-949-6232 or go to Eventbrite. (Please note: online ticket fees may apply)

Journal Making Class with Creativity Catalyst Dawn Wilson
2025-08-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
Join us for a Journal Making Class with Creativity Catalyst Dawn Wilson!
Unleash your creativity and learn how to craft your own personalized journal in this hands-on workshop. Dawn Wilson will guide you through the process of creating a unique journal that reflects your style and personality. Transform common materials into personal treasures.
Discover the art of crafting unique journals using everyday, alternative papers. Learn to bind and embellish your own beautiful, one-of-a-kind notebook perfect for sketching, writing, or collecting memories.
Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner, this class is perfect for anyone looking to explore their artistic side. All materials will be provided, so just bring your imagination and get ready to have fun! If you have unique papers, and your own scissors feel free to bring those along too.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn a new skill and connect with fellow creatives. Sign up now to secure your spot! Ticket price also includes (1) Complimentary cafe beverage!! Limit 15 participants.
Get tickets online at Eventbrite (with a small fee) or in store during regular business hours.

Bookstore Romance Day!
2025-08-09 | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
We invite to to join us for a little bit of romance!! Bookstore Romance Day is a day designed to give independent bookstores an opportunity to celebrate Romance fiction—its books, readers, and writers.
Stop in the store anytime during the day to celebrate with special discounts on romance reads of all kinds plus enter our raffle, enjoy some sweet treats and grab a “Blind Date with a Book”.
You can also take advantage of some special deals online at Libro.fm for audiobooks and Bookshop.org for physical or e-books!

Evening Book Group August
2025-08-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
The pick for August is Mrs. Quinn’s Rise to Fame by Olivia Ford.
A huge-hearted, redemptive coming-of-old-age tale, a love story, and an ode to good food
Nothing could be more out of character, but after fifty-nine years of marriage, as her husband Bernard’s health declines, and her friends’ lives become focused on their grandchildren—which Jenny never had—Jenny decides she wants a little something for herself. So she secretly applies to be a contestant on the prime-time TV show Britain Bakes.ten
All are welcome to attend. Please let us know if you’re coming by calling 508-949-6232 or emailing deb@bookloversgourmet.com
Books are available in store at a 10% discount on online at Bookshop.org.

Whispers from Spirit with Psychic Medium Leo McCarthy
2025-10-01 18:30 - 20:00 | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
Join us for an intimate evening connecting with loved ones in spirit through messages from Psychic Medium Leo McCarthy, a renowned psychic medium. Leo will guide you through messages from loved ones beyond the veil. This in-person event offers a unique opportunity to experience the power of mediumship in a cozy setting. Don’t miss this chance to receive messages from spirit and gain insight into the unseen world around us. Reserve your spot today!

Cost is $45 per person and limited to 12 attendees. Get Tickets on Eventbrite HERE, or in store during regular business hours.
For more information about Leo, visit leojmccarthy.com
*** There is not a guarantee that everyone will get a reading with either a virtual or in-person small group, because it depends on who comes through in spirit, how many in spirit come through and how much time the messages take to come through for each person receiving the reading. ***

Banned Books Week
2025-10-07 - 2025-10-11 | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
Join us in celebrating the right to read! The theme of this year’s event is Censorship Is So 1984 — Read for Your Rights.
Stop by during the week to check out our Banned Books Display with special discounts on featured titles and other fun merch like socks, pouches, stickers and totes. Pick up a Banned Books Bingo Card to win fun prizes!!
We’ll also be hosting a Silent Read-In all day on Tuesday, October 7th where all participants will get access to a Free Audiobook copy of Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books courtesy of Libro.fm. Learn what you can do to fight book bans and what the top 10 most challenged books were in 2024.
To learn more about Banned Books Week, visit bannedbooksweek.org

Evening Book Group October
2025-10-29 17:30 - 19:00 | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
Join the fun in discussing Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus!
Chemist Elizabeth Zott is not your average woman. In fact, Elizabeth Zott would be the first to point out that there is no such thing as an average woman. But it’s the early 1960s and her all-male team at Hastings Research Institute takes a very unscientific view of equality. Except for one: Calvin Evans; the lonely, brilliant, Nobel–prize nominated grudge-holder who falls in love with—of all things—her mind. True chemistry results.
Books are available in store at a 10% discount or online at Bookshop.org HERE.
Please call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com to let us know you’re coming.

Local Amnesty International Group monthly meetup
2025-11-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
Interested in taking meaningful, focused action and learning more about human rights issues in our country and around the globe? Join our Local Amnesty International Group #356 monthly meetup. New members are always welcome. Call 508-949-6232 for more information, visit www.amnestyusa.org or join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/229444612021375 for updates and information about future events.

Open Mic Poetry with Special Feature Tom Skarzynski
2025-11-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
Please note: this will be the last open mic of 2025!

Join us for a monthly round robin style, open poetry reading hosted by Robert Eugene Perry. Bring original pieces to share.
In addition to the regular open mic, a special feature reading with Tom Skarzynski for his new book release Echoes of Reflections will also take place.
Echoes of Reflections is a collection of poems, songs and prosaic essays that explore the various aspects of existence. Painting poetic portraits of thoughts and emotions. This book is arranged into chapters, each with a general theme. Together, they read like a story. With every poem carefully selected to flow seamlessly into the next, like the songs on a well-produced music album. Each chapter is prefaced with a lovely picture that illustrates and reflects the poetic theme to follow.

Tom Skarzynski has been writing poetry since he read his first Robert Frost poem. In junior high, the poetry process was accelerated by a teacher’s use of Simon and Garfunkel lyrics to illustrate the concepts. Later in life, he began submitting his work to The Springfield Journal where it was well received and inspired fan letters from his readers. When The Journal eventually folded, he continued to write poems and articles for various small publications. He also started attending open mic events where he was able to network with many accomplished poets.
He has since had his work appear in several anthologies. He has also self-published his first fantasy novella Journey to Druidwood as well as compiling his first poetry book entitled Echoes of Reflections, which is now available through Metaphysical Fox Press.
Space for the open mic is limited to 14 participants and usually fills up quickly.
Sign up to reserve your spot by calling 508-949-6232 or emailing deb@bookloversgourmet.com

Holiday Shop Hop on Small Business Saturday!
2025-11-29 10:00 - 17:00 | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
Celebrate the holiday season by shopping local! Treat yourself to a fun time while finding unique gifts & books for everyone on your list.
Special appearance by Santa & Mrs. Claus for storytime and photos from 11am-12:30pm!
Free hot cider & cookies while you browse!
Discounts & deals all day long!
Visit 5 or more of 26 participating local businesses for your chance to win gift cards!
Pick up your flyer at any participating business.

Mystery Book Group December
2025-12-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
The mystery book group will be discussing Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto.
A lonely shopkeeper takes it upon herself to solve a murder in the most peculiar way in this captivating mystery.
Please let us know if you plan to attend. All are welcome!
Books are available in store at a 10% discount or buy online at Bookshop.org.
