Monthly Writers Group
2018-06-13 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
Writers group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Free. Open to all genres and styles. Bring a piece to share or just come listen and offer feedback. Call 508-949-6232 to register.

The Art of Aromatherapy: Making Your Own Perfume workshop
2018-06-09 10:30 - 12:00
Aromatherapy is taking the fragrance of a plant, concentrates it down into a delicate oil form (an essential oil). Naturopathic medicine uses essential oils to maintain one’s overall health; it is considered medicine. In class you will create your own customized perfume, talking about each plant essence, creating a matrix of fragrance that will change over the time it is worn. We will be creating a blend of three levels in a base oil and you will be able to take this home with you and enjoy it.
Instructor: Joanne LaLiberte, Cert Pre-Med, Reiki Master/Teacher, Yoga Instructor
Cost: $17 which includes supplies
To register: Call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com
Space is limited.

"Civil Hearts" author appearance by Claire Gem
2018-06-02 13:00 - 15:00
Come meet award winning author and Webster resident, Claire Gem, who has just released the third in her Haunted Voices series titled “Civil Hearts”. The author has created another thrilling, supernatural suspense, this time set in the rural South, in an abandoned antebellum mansion. “Civil Hearts” is Gem’s sixth novel. Call 508-949-6232 for more information or visit www.clairegem.com.
About the book: “Civil Hearts,” is the story of a NYC widow, Liv Larson, who heads south to start her life over after losing her husband to brain cancer. She falls in love with an abandoned plantation home and sets about to restore it when she discovers she’s not living alone: the house is haunted by the ghost of a Confederate soldier.
Liv also finds herself falling for the local antiques dealer, Heath Barrow, whose solitary lifestyle is due to his unpredictable medical condition: Heath is epileptic.
“I try to create characters who are facing real-life challenges, even as they are also dealing with elements of the supernatural,” Gem says. “My hero in “Spirits of the Heart” is an alcoholic. The heroine of my women’s fiction, “The Phoenix Syndrome,” goes deaf. I gave the hero of “Civil Hearts” a very real though not often talked about chronic syndrome: epilepsy.”

June Art Exhibit: “Cult of Personalities” by Kaylah Brace
2018-06-01 - 2018-06-30
Drawing by Kaylah Brace
Drawings, paintings and film stills by Kaylah Brace will be on display June 1-30 with its main focus on women, nature and expressive emotion. A meet the artist reception will take place on Saturday, June 16th from 2-4 p.m. Free and open to the public during regular business hours. For more information call 508-949-6232.
Artist Statement:
My work gives a voice to misperceptions of raw emotions, all represented through various women and nature. Depictions of watercolor realism and elements of line and texture showcase both the struggles and growth an individual undergoes throughout life. I also have been exploring the field of film photography, capturing portraits of women and nature. Each photo is intended to capture simplicity and expression. My art is meant to reflect different interpretations of women intertwined with nature and how they coexist with each other.
Kaylah is currently attending Quinebaug Valley Community College in Danielson, CT pursuing a visual arts degree and hopes to obtain her bachelors degree in Art Therapy. She passionately dreams of turning her ability to help others create and grow into a reality, making an everyday difference in a creative light.

Book Discussion Group
2018-05-30 18:30 - 20:00
Join us for this month’s evening book group where we will be discussing the historical novel “The Other Einstein” by Marie Benedict. In the tradition of The Paris Wife and Mrs. Poe, this is the story of a relationship as fascinating as it is troubling. For a review go HERE.

Simply Being Happy workshop
2018-05-19 14:00 - 15:30
Join us for a mini-workshop and book talk with Paula Sullivan, author of “Simply Being Happy: 93 Ways to Replace Worry with Peace and Create a Joyful Life”. This is a free event and books will be available for purchase. RSVP to 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com
Paula has been researching the subject of happiness for years and compiled what she’s learned into this fun, easy-to-read book that is in the style of a workbook. Fill it out, make it your own, and use it every day to get happy! Come by and learn some daily techniques on creating a joyful life. For more information about the author or book visit www.simplybeinghappy.com

Mystery Book Group
2018-05-16 11:00 - 12:00
This month’s morning mystery book group will read and discuss “The Crow Trap” by Ann Cleeves. Currently this group is full.

Local Amnesty International Group
2018-05-15 19:00 - 20:00
New members are welcome. Write letters for human rights worldwide. Call 508-949-6232 for more information or visit amnestyusa.org or facebook.com/AI356.

Autumn of Fear author event
2018-05-12 14:00 - 16:00
Meet Glede Browne Kabongo, author of the new thriller “Autumn of Fear”. If you’re a fan of psychological thrillers then don’t miss author Gledé Browne Kabongo’s introduction and discussion of her new book Autumn of Fear, “A taut thriller about hard choices that’s gripping and satisfying”. It’s perfect for fans of Harlan Coben, Paula Hawkins and Lisa Unger. Gledé will be signing books and answering questions. This is a free event and signed books will be available for purchase.
For more information visit www.gledekabongo.com
About the author: Gledé Browne Kabongo writes intense psychological thrillers—unflinching tales of deception, secrecy, danger and family. She is the #1 Amazon bestselling author of Game of Fear, Swan Deception, Conspiracy of Silence, and Mark of Deceit. Her love affair with books began as a young girl growing up in the Caribbean, where her town library overlooked the Atlantic Ocean. She was trading books and discussing them with neighbors before Book Clubs became popular.

Gledé holds both an M.S. and B.A. in communications. She was a featured speaker at the 2016 Boston Book Festival and has led workshops on publishing and the craft of writing. She hopes to win the Pulitzer Prize for fiction one day, and an Oscar for screenwriting. Gledé lives outside Boston with her husband and two sons.

Let It Go workshop
2018-05-12 10:30 - 12:30
Come to this 2 hour workshop and learn ways to let go of resentments, let go of perfection, let go of whatever and put peace first. We will discuss situations where we are stuck and you will walk away with tips, tools and techniques to help you learn to LET IT GO!!! Cost is $25 per person and space is limited.
The term ‘letting go’ can have different meanings at any given time. You might be having a hard time letting go of resentment or anger. You may be struggling to let go of household items even though you haven’t used them in years. You might be challenged with letting go of that past relationship. You could be having a hard time letting go of the need to be perfect.
Regardless of what it is that you are trying to let go of, you are blocked and stuck and want to move past it. You feel stressed out and want to find a way to release it, once and for all.
About Gayle Suzanne: Gayle has a deep desire to help others press through challenges so they can live a happier, more fulfilled life. Her intention is provide you with a safe environment to encourage and empower you to make choices that move you forward to achieve the change you want.

Aspiring Young Artists-Bartlett Art Invitational Reception
2018-05-10 16:00 - 18:00
Come meet some very talented young artists from Bartlett High School who will be displaying their work in various media including drawing, digital photography and computer generated art. Free and open to the public with light refreshments and live music from members of the student jazz band. The work will be on display and for sale May 8th-31st during regular business hours.

Monthly Writers Group
2018-05-09 17:00 - 19:00, 2018-04-11 17:00 - 19:00
New members welcome! Open to all genres and styles. Bring a piece to share or just come listen. Free. Call 508-949-6232 for more information.

Closed for Vacation
2018-05-01 - 2018-05-04
We will be closed for vacation Tuesday May 1st-Friday May 4th.

Open Mic Poetry Share
2018-04-28 14:00 - 16:00
Bring original or favorite poetry to share in an open supportive environment. Free. To sign up to read email deb@bookloversgourmet.com or call 508-949-6232.

Tarot Readings with Jason
2018-04-28 10:30 - 12:30
Make your appointment for tarot readings with Jason!
$20/10 minutes, $40/20 minutes or $50/30 minutes
Jason has been reading publicly since 1985 in various locations in New England and New York.
Call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com
Drop-ins will be accommodated as time is available.

Buy Books to Benefit Bartlett Drama
2018-04-27
20% of all book & gift sales on Friday, April 27th will be donated to the Bartlett Drama Club! Come in and show your support for local school arts!!

Peer Support Group
2018-04-26 11:00 - 12:00
Meets every Thursday 11am-12pm. Peer support group with the Kiva Wellness Center, part of the Central MA Recovery Learning Center in Worcester. All are welcome. Coffee provided. An opportunity to share or listen to experiences and provide hope, help and support.

Book Discussion Group
2018-04-25 18:30 - 20:00
Come meet author Tracey L. Ryan! We will talk about her book “Wicked Game of the Hunter”, the first in a series of suspenseful mystery, bringing old loves back together right as they are pushed to the brink. For more information visit her website.

Mystery Book Group
2018-04-18 11:00 - 12:00
Monthly mystery book group meets to discuss “The Horse You Came in On” by Martha Grimes. This group is currently full. Check back for openings.

Local Amnesty International Group
2018-04-17 19:00 - 20:00
New members are welcome. Write letters for human rights worldwide. Our current focus case is Mahadine, a human rights defender in Chad who is facing a life sentence for a Facebook post . Call 508-949-6232 for more information. For more information visit amnestyusa.org or facebook.com/AI356.

Learn about Crystals in One Hour
2018-04-14 10:30 - 11:30
Instructed by Joanne LaLiberte, Ceritified Pre-Med, Yoga Instructor, Crystal Therapist. Call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com to register. Space is limited. $15 p/p
Do you need to de-stress with Crystals? If you are curious to learn about the magic that crystals hold, this class is for you. Our personal energy is sensitive to the changes from the energy around us — the things we watch on television, other people’s words and their tone in saying them. When we carry crystals with us in our pockets we are actively participating in our own protection & healing. How do we choose crystals that make us healthier or happier or less shy to speak out? All of your questions regarding crystals and how they interact with our human energy field will be answered. A full set of Chakra stones with pouch will be available for purchase.

Artist Reception
2018-04-07 13:00 - 15:00
Come in for a breath of fresh air and view A Journey Within Every Step: Images for a More Mindful Life, photography by Christian Leatham. These images capture close-up beauty that is all around us if we only take the time to stop and look. You can see them on display and for sale through April 28th here at Booklovers’ Gourmet.
A meet the artist reception will take place on Saturday, April 7th from 1-3 p.m. with light refreshments. Gallery viewing hours are Tuesday-Friday 10-6:30 and Saturday 10-5.

Angel Life Path Readings with Dawn
2018-04-07 10:30 - 12:30
Discover what you are being guided to do at this time. All messages are brought to you from a place of love, uplifting messages all for your highest good. Cost: $25/15 minute reading. Pre-register for a specific time by calling 508-949-6232 or emailing deb@bookloversgourmet.com.

APRIL PHOTO EXHIBIT-A Journey Within Every Step
2018-04-03 - 2018-04-28
A Journey Within Every Step: Images for a More Mindful Life, photography by Christian Leatham will be on display and for sale April 3-28, 2018. A meet the artist reception will take place on Saturday, April 7th from 1-3 p.m. Free and open the public with light refreshments. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Friday 10-6:30, Saturday 10-5. For more information call 508-949-6232.
Artist’s statement: A Journey Within Every Step was born of a love of living in the moment and experiencing life mindfully. Armed with just a cell phone and an admiration for nature around me, I quickly found that if I stopped for just a moment and allowed the environment to wrap itself around me, colors popped, skies became alive with fiery brilliance, and typically ignored things such as leaves, branches, clouds, and streams became miracles dancing on earth’s stage. Many of my pieces are macro views of bright flowering petals or of blades of grass.. Look closer and see the life, the veins, the morning dew gently traveling its path back down to nourish the earth. Feel each image’s character; and become enveloped in the evening’s sunset, with golds, oranges, and bright pinks.
The philosopher Lao Tzu stated that “The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” I personally believe that if we take that thought a bit further, and live more mindfully in each moment, then within each step we can experience life’s journey. It is my hopes that my images will remind you to slow down and become one with nature and all that surrounds you.
Christian is a local work-from-home dad, born and raised here in Webster. After a long term stint in Boston, then Virginia Beach followed by the hustle and excitement of New York City, he returned to his hometown to raise his children. You will often find him running the streets far too early before sunrise, enjoying the peace of the waterfall down at Perryville Trace, or exploring nature’s paths breathing in the fresh forest air.

Book Discussion Group
2018-03-28 18:30 - 20:00
Our evening book group will meet to discuss “Noah’s Raven” by Robert T. McMaster, a historical novel part of the Trolley Days series that takes place in early 20th century New England. September, 1917. The nation has entered the Great War, the War to End All Wars. While young Americans by the hundreds of thousands march into battle in Europe, back home the nation’s social fabric is torn asunder by patriotic fervor and xenophobia.
The author will be in attendance to answer questions and sign copies.

Drumming & Dreaming author event
2018-03-24 14:00 - 16:00
Meet Larry Spotted Crow Mann, author of Drumming & Dreaming, his newest book of Algonquin Tales of the Easter Woodland Native Americans, primarily the Nipmuc Tribe. Signed copies will be available for purchase. For more information visit https://www.whisperingbasket.com/

Mystery Book Group
2018-03-21 11:00 - 12:00
A daytime book group focusing on the mystery genre will discuss Bitter End by Rex Stout. Currently this group is filled to capacity, but please inquire if you are interested for future openings.

Local Amnesty International Group meeting
2018-03-20 19:00 - 20:30
New members are welcome to attend. Write letters for human rights worldwide. Call 508-949-6232 for more information or visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/AI356/

Artist Reception for Nature in Pictures
2018-03-17 14:00 - 16:00
Stop in to meet and greet photographer Amy Finkel and view her lovely photographs of birds, butterflies, flowers and more. Light refreshments will be served. Free.
