Book Discussion Group
2018-11-28 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Booklovers’ Gourmet, 72 East Main St, Webster, MA, 01570, United States
This month’s group will discuss The Bright Hour, a memoir of living and dying by Nina Riggs. For a review of the book go HERE.

Small Business Saturday
2018-11-24 10:00 - 17:00
Join us for a fun-filled day of raffles, refreshments & special deals all day long! Shop small and get some great gifts for the holidays!!

Amber Wolf series author event with Ursula Wong
2018-11-17 14:00 - 16:00
Amber Wolf (historical fiction) begins the story of the farmers who trade pitchforks for stolen weapons to fight the Soviet invasion of 1944 in Lithuania. View the trailer.
Ludmelia Kudirka is running for her life. When the brutal Russian soldiers invade 1940’s Lithuania, they ravage the countryside and the people. Young Ludmelia Kudirka, after her mother has been murdered, flees to the safety of the forest. Vowing vengeance, she joins the partisans fighting for freedom in a David-and-Goliath struggle against the mighty Soviet war machine.
The series continues with Amber War and Amber Widow. All books will be available for purchase.

Chasing Sleep author talk
2018-11-10 13:00 - 15:00
Come meet author Patricia Hinkley who will talk about her book Chasing Sleep.
Like millions of Americans, do you suffer from sleeplessness? Do you struggle to understand why you can’t sleep? What if everything you know about sleep is wrong?
Chasing Sleep is an exploration of the issues and challenges surrounding sleep deprivation and how to overcome them by changing attitudes and behaviors. Written in an inviting, conversational style, the book focuses on how to find peace of mind, the real secret to overcoming sleeplessness. Through research on the history and science of sleep, interviews with ordinary people on their struggles with lack of sleep, and the author’s training as a holistic psychotherapist, Chasing Sleep aims to change the conversation from the ‘pop a pill’ mentality to finding balance and clarity, key elements for living the best life possible.
The talk is free and signed copies will be available for purchase.

Hogan's Hope Book Signing Event
2018-11-03 14:00 - 16:00
The award-winning author, Connie Bombaci, will be signing her book, Hogan’s Hope, at the Booklovers’ Gourmet! Personalized copies make wonderful gifts, and shoppers can get a very special present as well as an early start on holiday shopping.
Judea, Connie’s deaf pup and licensed service dog, will be greeting customers to demonstrate what loving family members deaf dogs can make and how the myths regarding deaf dogs are untrue.
Profits from the sales of the book, Hogan’s Hope, will be donated to non-profit animal organizations and deployed service personnel.
Hogan’s Hope is the inspirational story of a deaf dog who escaped death during the time when the prevalent belief was that deaf dogs needed to be destroyed. It is the tale of a legendary deaf canine champion who endured severe abuse and prevailed as he turned upside down the myths of deaf dogs being dumb, difficult to train, and harmful. Hogan learned over seventy words in American Sign Language, engaged in normal puppy activities, and provided the hope of life, not death for deaf dogs worldwide. Through perseverance and enduring hope, Hogan’s courage provided inspiration to anyone, human or pet, that success and genuine love are truly possible. This heroic deaf dog continues to reveal that by choosing hope, anyone’s dreams can come true, and the world can be filled with steadfast faith, pure joy, and unconditional love. It’s a story like no other.
Connie Bombaci, a retired educator, is resolute in her love for animals, belief in the goodness of all God’s creations, and desire to provide encouragement no matter what the challenge. She appeared with Hogan on Oprah, Dateline, Jack Hanna’s Animal Adventures, and Amazing Tails and lives with her family in Connecticut.

Two Sisters Art Show reception
2018-11-02 16:30 - 18:30
Meet sisters and artists Bette LaHair and Jean Marie Paradis, who will be showing their mixed media, encaustic and quilting works through November 30th.

NaNoWriMo Come Write In!
2018-11-01 - 2018-11-30
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing.
On November 1, participants begin working towards the goal of writing a 50,000-word novel by 11:59 PM on November 30. Valuing enthusiasm, determination, and a deadline, NaNoWriMo is for anyone who has ever thought about writing a novel. For more information visit HERE.
You can stop by anytime during our regular business hours to put pen to paper or fingers to laptop! Coffee drinks and pastries are available for purchase to keep you fueled and writing.

Author & Poet Kevin Fontan
2018-10-27 12:00 - 14:00
Meet author and poet Kevin Fontan at Booklovers’ Gourmet! Kevin’s short story, Beauty in the Beholder, appears in the special horror issue of Awesome Tales #8, published by Bold Venture Press,which will be available for purchase that day. Kevin will also read selections of his poetry during the Open Mic Poetry Share to follow at 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. For more information call 508-949-6232.

Book Discussion Group
2018-10-24 18:30 - 20:00
Monthly Book Group meets to discuss Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI, a true crime book by David Grann. Free. Call 508-949-6232 to register.
For an interview with the author go HERE.

Meet Fantasy Author Robert Conard
2018-10-20 14:00 - 16:00
Fantasy author Robert Conard, dressed in character, will read from and discuss his books “The Saga of Kee,” Book 1 Nogard and Book II Nubia. The event is free and signed copies will be available for purchase. Call 508-949-6232 for more information.
About the books: The Saga of Kee, the most powerful dragon of all time, and the story of two teenage princesses’ desperate quest to find him, is a great read for young adults and all who love the power of dragons.

"Changing Seasons" Artist Reception
2018-10-13 13:00 - 16:00
Azaleas in Blue Vase by Louise Douglas, Acrylic
Come meet artist Louise Douglas and see her acrylic, watercolor and mixed media paintings celebrating the changing of seasons unique to New England. Light refreshments will be served. Free!
Artist’s Statement: “I bring a photographers perspective to painting. Working from photographs is like composing in the viewfinder of a camera but has limitless creative possibilities. I work primarily in watercolor and acrylic but also enjoy constructing collages in mixed media. The natural world is my muse. The four seasons of New England inspire my palette from the soft white light of winter, to the fresh greens of spring with the riot of colors in blooming flowers. Summer is the morning sun in the garden and on the ocean. When fall comes I try to capture the golden red leaves in an annual painting. With the changing seasons I’m inspired by what surrounds me.”

Insanity Tales author event
2018-10-06 14:00 - 16:00
Are you ready to be scared? Come meet horror writer Rob Smales, whose short stories are included in two volumes of Insanity Tales published by Storyside Press. Step into the world of a brilliant grad student who creates a powerful new drug that pushes the imagination to its darkest edge. Shudder with a woman who becomes lost in the catacombs beneath an ancient church, only to discover she’s not alone. Feel the back of your neck tingle when an orphan brings a dangerous secret into her loving new home. Cringe as a young boy is seduced by a sinister technology. Cry out with two lovers who encounter a bizarre creature at a secluded beach. The creators of Insanity Tales and Insanity Tales II: The Sense of Fear bring you ten new tales from the darkness itself …
There will also be time for a discussion about writing horror. A little bit of talking, a little bit of reading, and a little bit of Q&A. Rob will bring along his other books as well: Echoes of Darkness, Triplicity: The Terror Project Volume 1, and A Sharp Stick in the Eye (and other funny stories.)

For more information about the author go HERE.

"Changing Seasons" Art Show
2018-10-02 - 2018-10-31
A collection of acrylic, watercolor and mixed media by Louise Douglas will be on display and for sale October 2-31.
Artist’s Statement: The natural world is my muse. The four seasons of New England inspire my palette from the soft white light of winter, to the fresh greens of spring with the riot of colors in blooming flowers. Summer is the morning sun in the garden and on the ocean. When fall comes I try to capture the golden red leaves in an annual painting. With the changing seasons I’m inspired by what surrounds me.

The Dragonfly Spirit: A Mother's Journey-Author Event
2018-09-29 13:00 - 15:00
Come meet Susan Brunell, author of The Dragonfly Spirit: A Mother’s Journey of Learning about Death, Life, and the Road Back to Peace. After her twenty-year-old daughter dies in an automobile accident the author finds herself on a journey of grief that, until then, she could not even imagine. As she travels down this path, that has been determined for her, she learns about death and its effect on her life and the lives of others she loves. This is a story about learning to grow and cope despite great loss. Its also about opening the heart and mind to possibilities for healing and growth. Tools to understand the process and deal with the tragedy of loss are offered for the grieving and their loved ones. This is not a story about death. Its about trying to understand death, and how it affects our lives. Its about a journey that no parent chooses to take. Its about learning to live life to its fullest while searching for Peace.
Signed copies of the book will be available for purchase.

Support Group Coffee Hour
2018-09-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2018-09-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2018-09-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2018-08-30 11:00 - 12:00, 2018-08-23 11:00 - 12:00
Are past experiences affecting your present life in a negative way, or maybe you are having a difficult time adjusting or coping with your life as it is? Join us every Thursday for mutual emotional support. Sponsored by Central Mass RLC/KIVA Center. Free. Call 508-751-9600 for more information.

Local Amnesty International Group meets
2018-09-25 19:00 - 20:30
Local Amnesty International Group #356 meets. New members are always welcome. Write letters for human rights worldwide. Call 508-949-6232 for more information or visit www.amnestyusa.org or facebook.com/AI356.

Banned Books Week
2018-09-23 - 2018-09-29
Join us in celebrating Banned Books Week! Stop by anytime during the week to pick up a free bookmark or sticker to show your support of our first amendment right!

Hello Mediumship with Psychic Diane Lewis-SOLD OUT!!
2018-09-22 17:30 - 19:30
This event is now filled!
Share in this extraordinary evening of spirit communication.
Join Diane as she bridges the gap and connects to spirit
delivering messages from those who have crossed over.
This event is limited to 12 individuals.
Please note: Not everyone attending may have the opportunity to receive a reading.
All sales are final. Tickets are non refundable and non transferable.

Mystery Book Group
2018-09-19 11:00 - 12:00
This month’s mystery is The Beekeeper’s Apprentice by Laurie King. Call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com if you are interested in participating.

CLOSED FOR VACATION
2018-09-11 - 2018-09-15
We will be closed for vacation September 11-15.

Sunflower Show Art Reception
2018-09-08 14:00 - 16:00
Photo by Dennis Smith
Come meet some of the artists from The Blackstone Valley Art Association featured in this month’s display of the sunny sunflower! Light refreshments will be served. Free.

BVAA Sunflower Show
2018-09-01 - 2018-09-29
Sunflower photograph by John Randell
Our September 2018 Sunflower Show celebrates the sunny beautiful flower! The art show features works in various media including photography, paintings, and mixed media by members of The Blackstone Valley Art Association. It also complements the massive garden of live sunflowers which the bookstore is famous for. Come on out to admire the live flowers, appreciate the artistic versions, and explore the shop’s offerings!
A meet and greet with the artists will take place on Saturday, September 8th from 2-4 p.m.
Please note: The store will be closed for vacation September 10-15.

Book Group
2018-08-29 18:30 - 20:00
This month’s book discussion group will meet to talk about the suspense novel “The Lying Game” by best selling author Ruth Ware. Free. Call 508-949-6232 for more information.

Open Mic Poetry Share
2018-08-25 14:00 - 16:00
Bring original or favorite poetry to share. Free and open to the public. To sign up to read call 508-949-6232.

Artist Reception for K. Monet
2018-08-11 14:00 - 16:00
Come meet artist K. Monet who will be on hand to talk about her show “Gazing at the Stars & Moon”. Light refreshments will be served.

August Art Exhibit: Gazing at the Stars and Moon by Kalin Monet
2018-08-01 - 2018-08-31
Paintings by K. Monet will be on display and for sale during regular business hours. A meet the artist reception will take place on Saturday, August 11th, 2-4 p.m. with light refreshments. Free.
Artist’s Statement: There are a variety of topics that inspires K. Monét’s collection as a whole but most of all it is heavily influenced by the night. At night all is dark except the moon and stars that shine brightly in the sky. They act as guidance and comfort in dark times thus symbolizing the hope that life has to offer us in order to persevere through any situation. Instead of looking at the negative side of dark times, she wants the viewer to stay in a mindset of calmness and self-reflection. Through careful selection of the colors and mediums ranging from acrylic paint to ink used, she creates these serene yet mysterious sceneries.
