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SUMMARY:Closed for Vacation
DESCRIPTION:We will be taking a few days off for a quick Springtime vacation to rest & recharge. See you back on May 6th!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closed-for-vacation-8/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Hours
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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SUMMARY:An Evening of Music-Mark Mandeville & Raianne Richards with special guest Samuel Bowen
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live concert featuring local favorites Mark Mandeville & Raianne Richards with special opener Samuel Bowen!\n\nFor tickets go HERE. Seats are limited and will sell out!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLittle by little\, you will get to know Mark Mandeville & Raianne Richards through their unmistakable vocal harmonies\, poetic lyrics and down-to-earth personae. They are a married musical couple based out of Webster\, Massachusetts. These prolific and hard working Massachusetts-based artists have contributed over seventeen albums within their first decade and toured consistently throughout the US and Canada. \n  \nAccompanying themselves on guitar\, harmonica\, ukulele\, penny whistle\, electric bass\, and most uniquely clarinet\, their live performances are both musically captivating and spiritually uplifting as audiences are carefully balanced between serious songs and humorous commentary – concert goers will leave feeling a bit more human\, as if they have experienced something genuine. \n \n  \nSamuel Bowen has been writing\, performing\, recording and touring for over three decades. He led the award nominated blues band Blue Cat Groove for seven years touring the north east. Sam has worked with Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre\, Michael Sweet\, Mitch Mcviker\, Shawn Colvin\, David Mallet\, Tom Conlon\, and many others. His albums have been nominated for awards from Nashville to Massachusetts inducing: “Speak To Me”\, voted number eight in the top ten regional independent releases by Limelight magazine in 2016. His 2020 release “Bleeding Daylight” continues to gain positive reviews.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/an-evening-of-music-mark-mandeville-raianne-richards-with-special-guest-samuel-bowen/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220507
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220601
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SUMMARY:May Art Exhibit-Is There Beauty Within Tragedy? by Eren Torres
DESCRIPTION:Stop in during the month of May to view drawings and mixed media artwork by Eren Torres in the cafe gallery during regular business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5\, Wednesday 10-6. \nA meet and greet with the artist will take place on Saturday\, May 14th\, 2-4 p.m. Call 508-949-6232 for more information. \nThis is a portfolio on tragedy. We all know the meaning of that word and what emotions come with it. But what if there was some unforeseen side to it? What if we took tragedy and turned it into beauty. Can tragedy be beautiful? Can something as dark and cold as tragedy be seen as something beautiful? And how\, just how\, can we perceive that?   \n  \n \n  \nAbout the Artist: \nSeventeen-year-old upcoming artist Eren Torres takes inspiration from things most people would see as “bad” “dark” and “horrific” and sees them in a positive and fulfilling way\, taking away the negative attributes of the world and forcing others to see them in a different way. As a proud member of the LGBT community and born into a Hispanic household\, Eren sought to make change with their art. Hoping it can become a tool for the world to see things in common\, as well as each other\, to create a conjoined and hopeful community.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/may-art-exhibit-is-there-beauty-within-tragedy-by-eren-torres/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Art Exhibits
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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SUMMARY:Artist Reception for Is There Beauty Within Tragedy?
DESCRIPTION:Come by to meet and chat with young artist Eren Torres.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/artist-reception-for-is-there-beauty-within-tragedy/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Art Exhibits
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220530T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220530T120000
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SUMMARY:Open Memorial Day 10am-12pm
DESCRIPTION:We will be open Monday\, May 30th to watch the parade go by. Join us for a beverage and pastry!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/open-memorial-day-10am-12pm/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Hours
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220701
DTSTAMP:20260403T193926
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SUMMARY:"Forget-Me-Not ....An artist's healing journey through Flowers and Inspiration"
DESCRIPTION:Paintings by Cindy Smith will be on display June 1st-30th in the cafe gallery during regular business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5\, Wednesday 10-6. \nA meet the artist reception will take place on Saturday\, June 25th \, 2-4 p.m.  \nA portion of all sales will go towards cancer research. \nFor more information call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com \nArtist’s Statement: “Flowers and Art have always been my passion…As I walk this cancer journey\, I found solace in painting and a purpose in raising funds for my Oncologist Dr. James M. Cleary\, MD\, PhD from Dana Farber.”
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/forget-me-not-an-artists-healing-journey-through-flowers-and-inspiration/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Art Exhibits
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220604T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193926
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SUMMARY:Double Mystery Author Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a double author event featuring Leslie Wheeler and Sharon Healy-Yang. \nFor more information\, call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com.\nThe event is free and signed copies of books will be available for purchase.\n \nAn award-winning author of books about American history and biographies\, Leslie Wheeler launched her Berkshire Hilltown Mysteries with Rattlesnake Hill. With Shuntoll Hill\, the latest in the series\, Boston library curator Kathryn Stinson returns to the Berkshires\, hoping to rebuild her romance with Earl Barker\, but ends up battling a New York developer\, determined to turn the property she’s been renting into an upscale development. Kathryn’s search for \nanswers leads her to other questions about the developer’s connection to a friend of hers who fled New York years ago for mysterious reasons. The information she uncovers puts her in grave danger.\n \nSharon Healy-Yang is an aficionado of 1940s cinematic and written mysteries. A professor emerita at Worcester State University in Massachusetts\, where she was known for her 1940s \nhats\, she had the great fortune to share her love of literature and film with her students in her courses. Now retired\, she’s excited to recapture for readers the smart-talking heroines\, suspense\, adventure\, and sharp wit of 1940s films in her Jessica Minton Mystery series: Bait and Switch\, Letter from a Dead Man\, and Always Play the Dark Horse. Once again diving into the perspective of Jessica Minton\, Always Play the Dark Horse shows a gradual but significant transformation in this main character; Healy-Yang describes the newly engaged Jessica Minton in the third book of the Jessica Minton Mystery series as someone who has transformed from the strong woman who felt she had to prove herself to the strong woman who is confident in having proved herself.\n 
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/double-mystery-author-event/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220611T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220611T150000
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SUMMARY:Unlike Any Other: A Novel about Bathsheba Spooner by Ed Londergan
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT WAS POSTPONED UNTIL A LATER DATE. STAY TUNED FOR MORE DETAILS. \nAuthor talk & signing with Ed Londergan about The Story of An 18th Century Woman from A Prominent New England Family Who Went from A Life of Privilege to The Gallows. \nSigned copies will be available for purchase. \nBathsheba Spooner was the daughter of Timothy Ruggles\, a general in the French and Indian War\, president of the Stamp Act Congress\, Chief Justice of the Court of Common Pleas\, and a leading loyalist in Massachusetts during the Revolutionary War; the epitome of upper class. \nLike her father\, Bathsheba was smart\, strong-willed\, and a staunch British loyalist. Forced to marry a man she did not love\, Bathsheba withstood her husband’s abuse for years until a young Continental soldier entered her life. But when this well-heeled mother of three small children discovered she was pregnant with the soldier’s child\, her thoughts quickly turned to murder. \nBased on a true story\, the events that follow Bathsheba’s life\, her decisions\, and her ultimate demise will show readers that Bathsheba Spooner was\, in fact\, Unlike Any Other . . . \nEd Londergan is the author of the award-winning books The Devils’ Elbow and The Long Journey Home. Having researched American history for many years\, he is a frequent speaker with a focus on colonial Massachusetts. A graduate of Holy Cross\, he lives in Warren\, Massachusetts.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/unlike-any-other-a-novel-about-bathsheba-spooner-by-ed-londergan/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220616T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220616T193000
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SUMMARY:Paint Your Own Personal Journal with Artist Jean Walker
DESCRIPTION:Paint your very own canvas covered 40 page journal! You will have multiple designs with stencils to choose from\, including the sample floral shown.\nAll supplies included.\nCost is $25. Space is limited to 18.\nSign up with ticket link\, email deb@bookloversgourmet.com or stop in to reserve your spot!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/create-your-own-personal-journal-with-artist-jean-walker/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220618T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220618T123000
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SUMMARY:Angel Life Path Readings
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCost: $25/15 minute reading or $45/30 minute reading. Pre-register for a specific time by calling 508-949-6232 or emailing deb@bookloversgourmet.com \nOr use this Link
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/angel-life-path-readings/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220624T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220624T200000
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SUMMARY:Comedy Nite!
DESCRIPTION:Join in the fun for our premier Comedy Nite featuring four great\, local comics! \nTickets are just $15. Limited seating. Don’t wait!! Get yours HERE or stop in the store. \nCathy Coleman is a young badass comic from Boston. Actually\, she’s a middle aged badass comic from right here in Webster. She’s performed at Boston Comedy Chicks\, Improv Boston\, and the Comedy Studio as well as bars and comedy clubs all over New England and once in a library. She’s opened for headliners\, Julie Goldman and Kristen Becker. Her students say she is a cross between Paula Poundstone and Ellen Degeneres. Her mother says she is a cross between difficult and challenging. She says she is a cross between witty and worrisome. \n  \n  \n \n  \nPatty Gould\, affectionately known as FPG because of her challenged time management skills\, has been performing stand up for the past 10 years. She can be found on any given weekend telling her glass half filled tales navigating life as FPG. She has shared stages with all of The Boston Comedy veterans and legends throughout New England and is always the hometown favorite. Her first bookstore appearance\, she is very excited to be a part of this show.  \n  \n  \nNick Ortolani is the first guy to introduce himself at a party\, and also the first to leave. His comedy combines a commanding stage presence with a literary sensibility to create something unique. Employing a borderline-moral outrage at the daily atrocities of modern life\, big and small\, Nick leaves no stone unturned. A tightly wound ball of neurosis and charisma\, Nick’s stage presence betrays a very-real guy with a razor sharp wit and a heart of gold. His physical and verbal acrobatics have appeared in the Boston Comedy Festival (semi-finalist\, 2017\, 2018); The Women In Comedy Festival (2015\, 2017\, 2019); The Black Friday Comedy Marathon (2015); and the Rogue Island Comedy Festival (2017). He appears regularly at clubs around Boston\, and has opened for national headliners. A regular at the Comedy Studio in Cambridge MA\, Nick was selected as Comic In Residence for the club’s 20th anniversary. In addition to appearing on stage\, Nick’s writing has been featured in The Hard Times\, Funny Or Die\, and on the Nerdist podcast network. He currently resides in Boston and is not as much of a cat person as you might think. \n \n  \nLaura Jean Fay is a writer and teacher who grew up in and around Boston.  After being laid off in 2020\, she started doing stand-up last year in Central Mass. Since then she has performed at several venues in and around Worcester. Laura Jean moved to Webster in 2019  where she stayed to ride out the Covid-19 crisis. When asked what got her through the pandemic she replies “Black market haircuts and lots of Cherry Garcia”.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/comedy-nite/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220625T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220625T120000
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SUMMARY:How to Get Better Photos from Your Smartphone
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Bil Gardner\nIn this introductory course\, you will learn how to get much better photographs from your very own smartphone. While not as manipulative as a more fully functional camera\, the quality of smartphone cameras today has become really quite good and with just a few tips and tricks\, you will start to produce images that your friends and family will marvel at. \n\n \nThis 90-minute course will be led by professional photographer\, Bil Gardiner\, owner of William Gardiner Photography in Worcester. In it\, you will learn how to get the most out of your specific smartphone camera and learn about things like composition and perspective in order to “see” differently and create better images than you ever have before.\n\nCost for this introductory course will be just $25\nPrepayment is required by using this ticket link \, emailing deb@bookloversgourmet.com or calling 508-949-6232.\nSpace is limited to 8 individuals.\n\n \nWilliam Gardiner Photography Bio:\nWilliam “Bil” Gardiner is a Photographic Artist based in Worcester\, MA. The owner of William Gardiner Photography since 2002\, his studio specializes in Lifestyle Portraiture. In 2013\, he began to focus on a form of Contemplative Photography called Miksang.\nAn award-winning photographer\, Bil has exhibited regionally and has worked in collaboration with professional photographers such as Lou Jones\, Stephen DiRado\, Darton Drake and Patrick O’Connor.\nBil is a past vice president of the Commercial and Industrial Photographers of New England\, as well as a past general member of the Professional Photographer’s Association of Massachusetts and the Professional Photographer’s Association of New England.\nHe is an educator in Photography and teaches frequently in the Central Massachusetts region\, including\, but not limited to\, the Worcester Center for Crafts and the Roudenbush Community Center. He is currently teaching a Photography Elective for youth at the Jewish Community Center of Worcester.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/how-to-get-better-photos-from-your-smartphone/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220625T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220625T160000
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SUMMARY:"Forget-Me-Not" artist reception with Cindy Smith
DESCRIPTION:Meet & greet with local artist Cindy Smith. \nA portion of proceeds from sales goes towards cancer research\, specifically the research of Dr. James M. Cleary\, MD\, PhD from Dana Farber\, Cindy’s Oncologist.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/forget-me-not-artist-reception-with-cindy-smith/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Art Exhibits
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220731
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SUMMARY:Beyond Blooms\, Textures in our Garden-Photography Exhibit by Don McCallister
DESCRIPTION:Textures in the Garden by Don McCallister\nThe featured art show of July is photography by Don McCallister\, on display and for sale July 5th-30th in the cafe gallery.\n \nA reception to meet the artist will take place on Saturday\, July 23rd from 1-3 p.m.  \nViewing hours for the public are Tuesday-Saturday 10-5\, Wednesday 10-6.  \nFor more information call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com \n  \n  \nArtist’s statement: \nGardens can be beautiful with flowers of every color and hue. But when the flowers are finished blooming\, all you have left in boring green foliage. Right? Well\, not necessarily. There can be interesting subjects in the garden all year long. All you need to do is look beyond the blooms and you’ll discover a never ending variety of shapes and textures. (And having a talented gardener\, such as my wife\, to design the gardens helps.) I hope this collection will inspire its viewers to look for unexpected beauty in our yards and in the natural world. \n 
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/beyond-blooms-textures-in-our-garden-photography-exhibit-by-don-mccallister/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Art Exhibits
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220706T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220706T190000
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SUMMARY:Evening Book Group-POSTPONED TO JULY 6TH
DESCRIPTION:If you plan to attend\, please RSVP to deb@bookloversgrourmet.com or call 508-949-6232.\n \nThe pick for June is Lucky by Marissa Stapley. A thrilling roller-coaster ride about a heist gone terribly wrong\, with a plucky protagonist who will win readers’ hearts. What if you had the winning ticket that would change your life forever\, but you couldn’t cash it in? \nFor a review\, go HERE.\nAll book group picks are available for purchase in store or online at a 10% discount!!  \nFor the ebook\, go HERE.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/book-group-2/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220709T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220709T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193926
CREATED:20220627T013559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220702T182200Z
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SUMMARY:Little Piping Plover book reading & signing
DESCRIPTION:Join J. Roach-Evans\, author and illustrator\, for a reading and book signing of her new book “Little Piping Plover”\, a narrative non-fiction book for young children and their families. \nA creative coloring activity will be offered. Signed\, personalized copies of this book\, as well as all of her others\, will be available for purchase. \nPlease RSVP to deb@bookloversgourmet.com or call 508-949-6232. \nFor more information about Joanne\, visit her Website. \n***At this time\, face masks are required for all attendees***
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/little-piping-plover-book-reading-signing/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220723T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220723T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193926
CREATED:20220721T004248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220721T004248Z
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SUMMARY:Artist Reception for Beyond Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meet & greet with Don McCallister\, whose photographs grace the cafe walls through July 30th.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/artist-reception-for-beyond-blooms/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Art Exhibits
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220728T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220728T203000
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SUMMARY:Winners from Writers of the Future #38 Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a fun\, free virtual event featuring five winners of this year’s Writers of the Future Vol. 38\, the best new writers & illustrators in the sci-fi/fantasy genre as chosen by top pros in the field including Frank Herbert\, Kevin J. Anderson & Diane Dillon! Hear them read\, talk about their inspiration\, background and road to success. \nOrder the book at a 10% discount HERE or pick up in store. \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcscOGqqDsiHNVmV04VcIYjAf4oE_uvoSyJ \n \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\n  \n  \nHere’s a rundown of our special guests: \n \nMike Jack Stoumbos is a spec-fic author\, disguised as a believably normal teacher\, living with his wife and their parrot. Mike grew up with three brothers and over forty first cousins\, who he enlisted as test audiences (and participants) for his imagined adventures\, often reenacted with cardboard props or Star Wars action figures. His love of storytelling brought him to the stage as a musical theater actor\, the role-playing table as a game master\, and a career trajectory to teach English and theater. In the summer of 2019\, however\, Mike shifted his writing passion into a priority\, and once again became a student: attending workshops\, practicing daily\, and braving the story submission gauntlet. Mike’s work has since appeared in several collections\, including his first pro sale in Galactic Stew and a publication alongside a personal hero in Hold Your Fire: Stories Celebrating the Creative Spark. Shortly after he was named a Writers of the Future winner\, Mike’s space-opera series\, This Fine Crew\, was picked up by Chris Kennedy Publishing\, for many continuing adventures. The idea for “The Squid Is My Brother” emerged as a curiosity: how to take something from cosmic horror and make it as endearing as a family member. Even more importantly\, Mike wrote this story shortly after the schools had closed due to COVID in 2020 as a young student’s first-person account of transferring into a bizarre new environment\, fearing the unknown\, and learning about humanity. \nRebecca E. Treasure grew up reading science fiction and fantasy in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. After grad school and two children\, she began writing fiction. Rebecca has lived many places\, including the Gulf Coast of Mississippi and Tokyo\, Japan. She currently resides in Texas Hill Country with her husband\, where she juggles two children\, two corgis\, a violin studio\, and writing. She only drops the children occasionally. Rebecca discovered Writers of the Future shortly after she began writing fiction. She has entered every quarter since\, making lifelong friends as a result. Rebecca’s short fiction has been published by or is forthcoming from WordFire Press\, Air and Nothingness Press\, Flame Tree Publishing\, The Dread Machine\, and others. She is an associate editor at Apex Book Company and Magazine. “Tsuu\, Tsuu\, Kasva Suuremasse” came about\, as many of Rebecca’s stories have\, from a synthesis of ideas. Research for her sixth novel\, a historical fantasy about Napoleonic magic users\, combined with a fascination with the idea of animal magic and beloved memories of an “adopted” grandmother from her childhood. The real Emily lived in a cozy apartment across from Rebecca’s family and collected dolls. \nJim Zaccaria was born and raised in East Boston. Jim has worked varied jobs in graphic design—first as a printer\, then a print buyer\, and then as a graphic designer specializing in book cover design. His work has won acclaim from Bookbuilders of Boston\, The New York Book Show\, and the Boskone Art Show. Also\, his work has appeared in the annuals from Bookbuilders of Boston and Infected by Art. Much of his daily work is book cover design for publishers and independent authors\, though he feels the pull toward image creation. Over the last several years\, he has started to build his portfolio and exhibit at various conventions\, squeezing in new art every chance he gets. Jim has been drawn to the arts from an early age. Music is an immense inspiration for ideas\, and much of his work is influenced by a song title\, lyric\, or mood. Other subjects that motivate and spark his imagination are mythology\, poster design\, and artists working in imaginative realism. Most of his art is produced digitally\, and he sees that as a perfect medium for commercial works\, but he also enjoys working in traditional methods as well as a blending of the two. \n \n  \nNatalia Salvador was born in 1985 in Granada\, in the south of Spain. She grew up reading\, watching adventure films\, and playing classic adventure video games that inspired her drawings. She always liked art and admired book covers and interior illustrations\, so it wasn’t surprising when she decided to approach that world by studying fine arts and graphic design. Her mother always encouraged her and was the one who gave her the final push to pursue a career in illustration. Influenced by fantasy art and the Golden Age of illustration\, she enjoys creating beautiful images that tell a story. \n  \nGrowing up in Jamaica\, Michael Talbot had always had a strong desire to inspire and speak to others through art. In 2012 he left his home country to live in the United States and began pursuing his artistic dreams. He earned his BFA in Illustration and Graphic Design with a minor in Animation at Lesley University in Cambridge\, MA\, and has since been working as a Boston-based Freelance Artist on a wide range of projects\, exhibitions\, and showcases. Michael believes that all art is inter-connected in some facet; informing\, complimenting and/or enhancing each other. And although his passion and interest for storytelling is forefront in his practice and craft\, he tends to draw from his knowledge in as many areas of study as possible to help strengthen this process. Whenever possible\, he uses his rich cultural background from his early life in Jamaica to infuse\, improve\, and “season” whatever project he tackles\, often mixing both digital and traditional media.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/winners-from-writers-of-the-future-38-virtual-event/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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SUMMARY:SCRABBLE Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some SCRABBLE fun! \nWe’re looking for 2-player teams to compete in a fun event celebrating words! If needed\, we will pair you up with someone\, or bring a partner.\nSign up today! Space is limited.\n$5/per person includes (1) complementary beverage\nPrizes will be awarded! Hosted by Merriam-Webster\, Inc. \nEmail deb@bookloversgourmet.com or call 508-949-6232\n***At this time\, face masks are required for in-store events***
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/scrabble-event/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220901
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SUMMARY:Sixth Annual BVAA Sunflower Show
DESCRIPTION:Image by Alexandra Spano\nThe Sixth Annual Blackstone Valley Art Association’s Sunflower Show celebrates the sunny beautiful flower! It is the perfect summery experience. \nIf there ever was a flower which symbolized glorious summertime\, the sunflower is the one. Did you know that nearly all of the 70 species of sunflowers are native to North America? They can grow to be up to six feet tall and they even tilt as the sun moves so they always face it! \nArtwork will include photography\, paintings\, drawings\, mixed media & more. Come on out to appreciate the diverse\, expressive artistic visions and explore the shop’s offerings! \nA public reception to meet the artists will take place on Saturday\, August 13th\, 3-5 p.m. \nWatch a video of artwork from the 2017 Sunflower Show HERE.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/sixth-annual-bvaa-sunflower-show/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Art Exhibits
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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SUMMARY:Poetry Workshop with Robert Eugene Perry
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nIntended for poets who want to dive in a little deeper on these topics: writing process\, difficulties\, editing\, organizing\, preparing to publish\, publishing options\, performance on stage. You are encouraged to bring a couple of poems for constructive critique.\n \nLimited to 6 individuals. Cost is $25 and must be paid in advance to reserve your spot.  \nYou will receive a syllabus ahead of time via email once you are registered.\n \nUse this link\, email deb@bookloversgourmet.com or call 508-949-6232.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/poetry-workshop-with-robert-eugene-perry/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220813T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220813T170000
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SUMMARY:Public Reception for BVAA Sunflower Show
DESCRIPTION:Come meet some of the participating artists of The Blackstone Valley Art Association and their unique interpretations of the beautiful sunflower!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/public-reception-for-bvaa-sunflower-show/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Art Exhibits
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220820T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220820T170000
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SUMMARY:Bookstore Romance Day!
DESCRIPTION:Bookstore Romance Day was created in 2019 to bring indie bookstores and the Romance community together in a day of celebration.\nJoin us in celebrating a little bit of romance! Special discounts and giveaways all day long!! \n20% OFF all new & used romance books & Hardin Soy Candles. Exclusive pin free with any purchase-while supplies last! \nRegister for special virtual panels HERE! \nTo view and order a curated list of books\, go HERE. \nFor some cool merch\, go HERE. \n 
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/bookstore-romance-day-2/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220824T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220824T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193926
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SUMMARY:"Summer on the Island" Book Group
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis month we will be enjoying some light summer reading with Summer on the Island\, the perfect beach read by Brenda Novak. A summer of healing\, friendship\, love…and a secret that could change everything. \nIf you wish to join us\, please email deb@bookloversgourmet.com or call 508-949-6232. \nAll book group picks get a 10% discount in store or online. \nGet the eBook HERE.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/summer-on-the-island-book-group/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221001
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SUMMARY:Sisters Call & Respond- To Nature and To Each Other
DESCRIPTION:  \n“Sisters Call & Respond- To Nature and To Each Other”– A Photography Exhibit by Christine M. Croteau and Elizabeth Croteau-Kallestad will be on display and for sale September 1st-30th. Viewing hours are Tuesday-Saturday 10-5\, Wednesday 10-6. Please note: the store will be closed September 12th-19th for vacation. \nFor more information call 508-949-6232. \nA public meet & greet with the artists will take place on Saturday\, September 10th from 1-3 p.m. Attendees will be eligible to win a set of photos through a raffle. \nThis exhibit was created to show how art can be used as a means of getting close\, in human relationships and in relationships to the natural world. In a largely fragmented world\, art and nature can be connectors and community builders. Sisters\, Elizabeth Croteau-Kallestad and Christine M. Croteau both photographers and naturalists\, came together to collaborate on this call and response exhibit.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/sisters-call-respond-to-nature-and-to-each-other/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Art Exhibits
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220910T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220910T120000
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SUMMARY:Why You Need a Plan to Self-Publish Your Book
DESCRIPTION:Lindsay Whiting\, Book Coach\nJoin us for a free workshop with Book Coach/Publishing Consultant Lindsay Whiting. \nRegistration is recommended by calling 508-949-6232 or emailing deb@bookloversgourmet.com. \nIf you are a business professional\, speaker\, educator\, entrepreneur\, or expert\, then you probably already know that publishing a book can amplify your message and attract new opportunities. The focus on this workshop will be on non-fiction writing. Whether you have a manuscript at the ready or are just starting the writing process\, this workshop will benefit you. \nFor more information\, visit www.selfpublishersbookplan.com
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/why-you-need-a-plan-to-self-publish-your-book/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220910T150000
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SUMMARY:Reception for Sisters Call & Respond Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meet & greet with sister artists Christine Croteau and Elizabeth Croteau-Kallestad. \nAttendees will be eligible to win a set of photos through a special raffle that day only!! \nThis exhibit was created to show how art can be used as a means of getting close\, in human relationships and in relationships to the natural world. In a largely fragmented world\, art and nature can be connectors and community builders. Sisters\, Elizabeth Croteau-Kallestad and Christine M. Croteau both photographers and naturalists\, came together to collaborate on this call and response exhibit.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/reception-for-sisters-call-respond-art-show/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Art Exhibits
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220920
DTSTAMP:20260403T193926
CREATED:20220802T015204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T013836Z
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SUMMARY:CLOSED FOR VACATION
DESCRIPTION:We will be closed for vacation September 12th-19th. \nSee you back on Tuesday\, September 2oth!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closed-for-vacation-9/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Hours
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220923T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193926
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SUMMARY:Halloween Theme Paint Nite with Jean Walker
DESCRIPTION:Paint your own wooden picket fence in a fun\, seasonal design just in time to display in your home for Halloween! \nThe class will be led by Jean Walker\, the finished piece is 4 feet tall. All supplies provided. \nSpace is limited\, so reserve your space early!! Stop in the store to sign up or register HERE.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/halloween-theme-paint-nite-with-jean-walker/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220924T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220924T140000
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CREATED:20220920T014538Z
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SUMMARY:Banned Books Week Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating Banned Books Week with a fun\, informative game of Bingo! Prizes including stickers\, bookmarks & t-shirts will be awarded. \nThe event is free and open to all. To register\, email deb@bookloversgourmet.com \nBanned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. Banned Books Week was launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of challenges to books in schools\, bookstores and libraries. Typically held during the last week of September\, it highlights the value of free and open access to information. Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community — librarians\, booksellers\, publishers\, journalists\, teachers\, and readers of all types — in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas\, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular. \n  \nBanned Books Week 2022 will be held September 18–24.  \nThe theme of this year’s event is “Books Unite Us. Censorship Divides Us.” \nFor the latest updates and list of Top 10 Most Challenged Books of 2021\, go HERE.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/banned-books-week-bingo/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Fun Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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