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SUMMARY:Closing at 3 pm
DESCRIPTION:We are closing at 3 pm today in order to attend the wedding of some good friends.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closing-at-3-pm/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210821T110000
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SUMMARY:Granite: The Bullmastiff Story\, children's author event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a barking good time with local author Louise Chadborne as she reads her new book “Granite: The Bullmastiff Story”! There will be time for coloring too and you can take home your very own book signed by the author to read again and again. \nSpace is limited so please reserve your spot by email at deb@bookloversgourmet.com or call 508-949-6232. \nPlease note: children must be accompanied by an adult. Appropriate for ages 4+ \n  \nGranite: The Bull Mastiff Story is about a family pet that was adopted \nwhen he was a puppy into a family that loves dogs. When Granite gets to his new \nhome\, he is given some amazing presents including toys\, a bed\, treats\, and a huge \ncondo to sleep in. As he grew from 8 lbs to 165lbs\, he became a great helper to the \nfamily. For instance\, standing guard and helping to do chores around the house \nand yard. The book also\, includes pet tips to teach your children how to take care of their pet. \n  \nAbout the Author: Louise Chadborne is born and based in Webster\, Massachusetts. She has worked in the Department of Mental Health for more than 32 years and co-own Frosty’s Tree Stand Farm. When not writing\, she can be found volunteering at the zoo because animals bring her joy and a feeling of companionship.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/granite-the-bullmastiff-story-childrens-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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SUMMARY:Bookstore Romance Day!
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating Bookstore Romance Day 2021\, because who couldn’t use a little more romance in their life? Stop in the store anytime during the day on August 21st and get 20% off any new or used romance title on our shelves! Plus\, pick up a special candle by Hardin Soy Candles at a 20% discount as well. Choose from scents like Steamy Romance Novel\, Book Boyfriend\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream & more!! \nYou can also join in the fun online all weekend long. For a full schedule of events\, go HERE. Tickets are free\, but you must pre-register.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/bookstore-romance-day/
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:20210807T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210807T153000
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SUMMARY:"Strange New England" author signing & talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we welcome back a visit with paranormal investigators Thomas D’Agostino and Arlene Nicholson who will be signing and talking about their newest book\, “Strange New England”. Please RSVP to deb@bookloversgourmet.com or 508-949-6232. \nNew England boasts some of the strangest characters and stories that ever graced a region. From ghosts blessing a marriage to a clairvoyant who raised the dead\, mysterious happenings abound. There is the simple grave of the mysterious and anonymous “XYZ” and the extravagant monument built for a pauper. One man may have actually found the elixir of immortality\, while another woman left her whole fortune to a spirit she met via a Ouija board. Stories of the Melon Heads\, the Leather Man and the Old Coot of Mount Greylock have fascinated New Englanders for years. Join Tom D’Agostino and Arlene Nicholson as they unveil the mysteries and oddities of this unique region. \n  \n About the authors: Thomas D’Agostino and his wife\, Arlene Nicholson\, have been extensively studying and investigating paranormal accounts for more than thirty-eight years\, with more than 1\,400 investigations to their credit. Tom and Arlene are ardent researchers of New England history\, haunts\, legends and folklore. Creators of fourteen books\, together they have penned and captured on film the best haunts and history New England has to offer. Tom and Arlene’s interviews and paranormal experiences have appeared in numerous newspapers\, magazines and other periodicals throughout New England and beyond in regard to their books and comprehensive work in the paranormal field. Tom has contributed to various other books and publications and has appeared on many television and radio shows\, as well as documentaries on the subject of the paranormal. Arlene is a professional photographer with a degree in photography. Tom is a graduate of Rhode Island College with a degree in political science. He is a professional teacher and musician. Tom builds his own musical instruments\, many from the Medieval and Renaissance periods\, that are used in his profession.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/strange-new-england-author-signing-talk/
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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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210901
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SUMMARY:Soul Vibrations\, a mixed media art exhibit by Dawn Wilson
DESCRIPTION:“Chakras”\, by Dawn Wilson\nCome on in to view the August Art Exhibit!  \n“Soul Vibrations”\, a mixed media exhibit by Dawn Wilson will be on display and for sale August 3-31\, 2021 during regular business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5. \nA meet the artist reception will take place on Saturday\, August 14th from 2-4 p.m. For more information\, call 508-949-6232. \nArtist Statement  \nThe mystery of life is all around us.  \nSoul Vibrations is an exploration of life through energy.  \nThese interpretations are rooted in energy medicine (Reiki\, Chakras\, and meditation)\, wavelengths of color\, frequency of sound\, and quantum physics. Experimenting with different mediums the artist digs into the meaning of life using art as the vehicle through which the divine can be reached.   \n  \n  \nArtist Biography  \nDawn Wilson is a Central Massachusetts artist\, teacher\, and soon to be author.   \nDawn has a BA in Fine Arts from Framingham State College and a Masters in Occupational Education from Fitchburg State University. Her artwork has been shown in local galleries and museums throughout the United States. She has also been published in Somerset\, Art Doll Quarterly\, and Cloth Paper Scissors Magazines\, as well as\, the following book “Altered Art: Techniques for Creating Altered Books\, Boxes\, Cards & More”.  \nDawn’s inspiration is drawn by her daily life\, life observations and the relationship to human energy and healing. The work is created from recycled and repurposed materials from her many collections. Using what she has is an important part of the making process. Exploring themes of healing\, the human connection\, and relationships to color\, she hopes to empower others in their own healing journeys.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/soul-vibrations-a-mixed-media-art-exhibit-by-dawn-wilson/
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 "At Peace in Nature"
DESCRIPTION:Ever curious to ask the artist what inspires them or how they approach their materials or technique? Now is your chance! Come meet the artist of the month\, Lisa Kretchman. Her mixed media work includes watercolor\, pastel\, ink\, wax and more.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/artist-reception-for-at-peace-in-nature/
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:20210701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210801
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SUMMARY:July Art Exhibit - At Peace in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Fox Totem by Lisa Kretchman\nMixed-media artwork by Lisa Kretchman\, will be on display and for sale July 1st-31st during regular business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5. \nA meet and greet with the artist will take place on Saturday\, July 17th from 2-4 p.m. Please RSVP to deb@bookloversgourmet.com or 508-949-6232. \nFor a video interview with the artist\, go HERE. \n  \nArtist Bio  \nLisa Kretchman is a local mixed-media artist living in Dudley\, MA.   \nShe studied painting\, illustration\, and digital media at Massachusetts College of Art and Design. Her artwork has been shown in local galleries\, museums\, and events\, including the Warwick Museum of Art\, The Attleboro Arts Museum\, the RI Convention Center (as part of the Flower Show)\, and the Quinebaug Valley Council for the Arts & Humanities. She also participates in several public art projects\, including Putnam’s Fire & Ice Festival\, and is a regular artist at the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence\, RI\, an event that draws tens of thousands of viewers each year.  \nMuch of her work is inspired by nature\, often with added story or symbolism. In her process\, she blends media including watercolor\, pastel\, and acrylic\, and found objects. By exploring themes of positive intention\, compassion\, and peace\, she hopes to share that energy through her work with others.  \nMore examples of the artist’s work\, including her Art Hearts charity project can be seen at: lisakretchman.wordpress.com/fine-art/
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/july-art-exhibit-at-peace-in-nature/
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:20210626T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210626T153000
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SUMMARY:"Wedding Interrupted" author event with Debi Graham-Leard
DESCRIPTION:Click on image to purchase online.\nCome meet Debi Graham-Leard who will be discussing her latest novel\, Wedding Interrupted.  \nSigned copies will be available for purchase. \nFree\, RSVP requested. Call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com \n‘Wedding Interrupted’ — the 4th story in the Gwen Andrews mystery series — takes Gwen and her cousin Sally from Harbor Falls to Cape Cod in search of proof that her niece is innocent of any wrong-doing. Her latest takes the reader on a suspenseful journey toward a most satisfying ending.\n \n  \nAuthor bio: \nNew England author Debi Graham-Leard retired from her marketing position in the business word before writing her first Gwen Andrews mystery titled ‘The Uninvited Guest’. Three more mysteries have been published in the series including The Uninvited Guest and Bed\, Breakfast & Blackmail. Born in Delaware\, she now resides with her husband in southeastern Massachusetts. For more information\, visit debigrahamleard.com
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/wedding-interrupted-author-event-with-debi-graham-leard/
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:20210615T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210615T210000
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SUMMARY:In the Heights virtual book launch
DESCRIPTION: \nYour ticket includes admission to this exclusive online event plus a hardcover copy of In the Heights: Finding Home ($40 retail price).\n \nGet your ticket HERE!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nBefore Hamilton became a global phenomenon\, before Lin-Manuel Miranda became a household name\, a little show called In the Heights shook up Broadway with its hip-hop and salsa soundtrack and big\, bilingual heart. In the new book In the Heights: Finding Home\, Lin-Manuel Miranda\, Quiara Alegría Hudes\, and Jeremy McCarter tell the story of the show’s humble beginnings\, from rehearsals in a bookstore basement to the Broadway smash (and soon-to-be feature film!) that created an unbreakable community and a new kind of family for everyone involved. \nJoin Miranda\, Hudes\, and McCarter for a very special In the Heights Virtual Book Launch on Tuesday\, June 15 from 8:00 to 9:00pm ET on Zoom. Sure to be an unforgettable conversation on creativity\, community\, and finding home\, this is your chance to hear directly from the creative team behind the timeless story of how one neighborhood—Washington Heights—can speak to the world. \nPlease contact Booklovers’ Gourmet with any questions. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/in-the-heights-virtual-book-launch/
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:20210605T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210605T160000
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SUMMARY:"Into the Room" author event with Steven Rogers
DESCRIPTION:Meet and greet with Steven Rogers\, author of Into the Room\, A Contemporary Christian Novel & Book One in The Accidental Pilgrim Trilogy. \nSigned copies will be available for purchase that day. \nAbout the book: \nCan a journey across the Holy Land redeem a reluctant pilgrim?  \nBen Cahill’s life is an alcohol-saturated mess. After an insincere effort in a rehab facility\, he is alienated from his family\, out of work\, and determined to continue his habit. To make matters worse\, thanks to his brother\, he reluctantly finds himself on a twelve-day tour of Israel\, along with\, as he calls them\, a bunch of Holy Rollers.   \nAs the trip progresses\, Ben experiences the Holy Land’s major historical sites and is exposed to God’s word. He interacts with his fellow travelers\, gradually learning about their faith and their lives. Along the way\, Ben becomes embroiled in a spiritual war\, reinforcing his guilt and\, in turn\, forcing him to recall his past actions and behaviors. He also begins a different journey\, one that leads him to redemption and a place in God’s family. \n  \nSteve Rogers is an award-winning author and novelist. After attending The College of the Holy Cross\, he became a Certified Public Accountant and went on to fill various roles in public accounting and private industry. When asked to describe his professional career\, he uses the phrase\, “fortunate beyond all reason.” It enabled him to travel extensively around the United States\, visit Amsterdam\, England and South America\, meet famous people like Alan Alda\, Howie Long\, and Earl Hamner\, ride in a private jet\, tour a nuclear power plant\, interact with members of Congress\, and\, incredibly\, stand next to Bill Clinton as the former President shaved in a public restroom. More importantly\, his corporate career created profound and enduring friendships. In addition\, Steve fondly remembers his time as a fifth-grade teacher\, a role he filled for three years between financially oriented gigs. \nIn his free time\, Steve loves to fish\, hike\, and travel. His favorite destinations are Israel\, Jordan\, Costa Rica\, and Italy. Having grown up in Massachusetts\, he is a die-hard Boston sports fan and enjoys visiting Maine every summer to fish. Steve\, a proud father of three adult children and one incredibly lucky son-in-law\, is happily married to his wife of thirty-four years\, Kathy. They live in Richmond\, Virginia.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/into-the-room-author-event-with-steven-rogers/
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:June Art Exhibit - "Inspired by Nature"
DESCRIPTION:Paintings by Jean Walker will be on display and for sale in our cafe gallery June 1-30\, 2021 during regular business hours: Tue-Sat 10-5. \nA meet and greet with the artist will take place on Saturday\, June 12th from 2-4 p.m. \nPlease RSVP to 508-949-6232 or deb@bookloversgourmet.com. \nAbout the artist: Jean Walker is a lifelong resident of Webster\, MA. Jean is married to her high school sweetheart and together they have two great children. Jean always wanted to paint and was surprised and excited that a paint studio opened in Webster in 2012. The studio was owned and operated by Cindy Smith\, a great artist that has been teaching for many years. With Cindy’s great teaching skill \, Jean learned quickly and soon started getting commission work for her paintings. To her surprise and delight\, students in the class were buying her paintings! As time went on\, she acquired her own painting style\, which comes from her love of nature. Jean has also taken lessons from Pierre Theriault\, an artist in Charlton MA. With Pierre\, Jean took her painting skill to another level\, learning many mediums such as oils\, pastels\, tempera and oil pastels. \nFor a brief video interview with the artist\, go HERE.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/june-art-exhibit-inspired-by-nature/
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:20210511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210514
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SUMMARY:CLOSED FOR VACATION
DESCRIPTION:We will be closed for a brief vacation May 11th-13th.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closed-for-vacation-6/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210530
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SUMMARY:Water-The Stuff of Life\, Photography Show & Sale
DESCRIPTION:“Sunrise Water” by Don McCallister\n“Water – The Stuff of Life”\, photography by Don McCallister\, will be on display and for sale May 1st-29th\, 2021 during regular business hours: \nTuesday-Saturday 10-5. Please note: We will be closed for vacation May 11th-13th. \nFor more information call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com \nWatch a short interview with the artist HERE. \n  \n  \nArtist’s Statement: \nYears ago I read the book “The Immense Journey” by naturalist Loren Eisley. In it he wrote “If there is magic on this planet\, it is contained in water”.  It was also around this time that I began my own forty plus year journey as a photographer and I did not realize how often water would be a key element in my images. In reviewing my archives this past winter\, the idea of building a collection based upon the theme of water took hold. Memories of some of my favorite images came back and I dug through boxes of old Kodachrome slides to find some of these pictures. Melding the old and the new resulted in dozens of candidates that I whittled down to this final collection. Looking forward and back\, I hope these images inspire people to look for beauty in our natural world and in that most common of everyday things\, water.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/water-the-stuff-of-life-photography-show-sale/
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:20210424T140000
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SUMMARY:Independent Bookstore Day with Poetry Hors d’Oeuvres
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we Celebrate National Poetry Month & Independent Bookstore Day! \nIn person seating is now filled. \nTo join the event via Zoom\, go HERE. \nThree Worcester poets join Booklovers’ Gourmet in celebrating Independent Bookstore Day and the last weekend of National Poetry Month. Curt Curtin\, Judith Ferrara and John Gaumond will each share a few small bites of poetry from their respective works and will join other patrons in festivities to honor Independent Bookstore Day. \nAbout IBD: Independent Bookstore Day is a one-day national party that takes place at indie bookstores across the country on the last Saturday in April.  Every store is unique and independent\, and every party is different. But in addition to events and other fun stuff\, there are exclusive books and literary items that you can only get on that day. Not before. Not after. Nowhere else. \n  \nCurt Curtin\nCurt Curtin is a first generation Irish-American poet who lives in Worcester. Both his parents emigrated from County Kerry at the beginning of the 20th century\, taking different routes but finding one another in Boston. Curt’s newest collection\, Kerry Dancers\, captures many ways that Irish settlers attempted to retain their heritage while also assimilating into American culture. The book is published by Kelsay Books which also published his first full length collection\, For Art’s Sake. Curt also has three chapbooks and has won local awards for poetry including the Connecticut River Review Poetry Contest (2019) and of the Frank O’Hara Award (2010) from the Worcester County Poetry Association. He was twice named a Pushcart Prize nominee and has been a featured reader at many events in Massachusetts and also in Ireland. \n  \n  \nJudith Ferrara\nWriter and visual artist Judith Ferrara lives in Worcester\, Massachusetts. Her poetry\, essays and artwork have been published in three collections: Gestures of Trees (2000)\, A Brush with Words (2013) and The little O\, the earth: Travel Journals\, Art & Poems (2015)\, as well as in journals such as the black fly review\, The Comstock Review\, The Portland Review Literary Journal\, GSU Review and The Worcester Review. In 2009\, she began a study of poet Stanley Kunitz and continues to do research on his family and Worcester-based poems. Since 1998\, her art has been shown in group and solo exhibitions. Visit www.PaletteAndPen.com to read the complete collection of Judy’s Journals\, a monthly blog on the creative process. \n  \n  \nJohn Gaumond\nJohn Gaumond of Worcester is a poet\, photographer and gardener\, and professor emeritus at Fitchburg State University. He led a poetry writing workshop at Borders Bookstore for five years. His poetry has been published in Poets in the Galleries\, The Connecticut River Review\, Sahara\, Worcester Magazine\, The Longfellow Society Journal\, The Leaflet\, The Lancaster Times\, The Issue\, Ballard Street Poetry Journal\, The Worcester Telegram and The Worcester Review. He received The Jacob Knight Poetry Award in 2006. His photographs have appeared in The Worcester Review\, Diner\, Ballard Street Poetry Journal\, The River Valley Current\, The Worcester Telegram and Worcester Magazine. His photograph Flower Pots\, Siena III was selected for the 2014 Art in the City program.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/independent-bookstore-day-with-poetry-hors-doeuvres/
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:Independent Bookstore Day!
DESCRIPTION:Join in the celebration with exclusive merchandise\, giveaways and fun…all day long!! \nHere are some of the items you will find…while they last!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/independent-bookstore-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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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210501
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SUMMARY:“Nate’s Adventures” Digital Photographs by David Niles
DESCRIPTION:David Niles “Running with Pterodactyls”\nThrough the month of April\, come view the somewhat surreal photography of David Niles at our cafe gallery. Open during regular business hours: Tue-Sat 10-5. \nDavid Niles is a photographer\, graphic designer and videographer living in Paxton\, Mass. with his artist wife Jen (www.JenNilesArt.com) and his son Nathaniel. A graduate of Rhode Island School of Design\, he has exhibited his photographs throughout New England and worked as a freelance photographer for news outlets\, magazines and commercial clients.   \nSeveral years ago\, David began photographing his son\, creating playful environments that portray a child’s creative and limitless inner world. “Nathaniel walks around in a bubble of imagination\,” a close friend once observed. This imagination has always been present for Nathaniel\, helping him navigate the fictional and real landscapes of his life\, discovering and creating new ones every day. \nWatch a video interview with the artist HERE.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/nates-adventures-digital-photographs-by-david-niles/
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:20210401
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20210228T174232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T023536Z
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SUMMARY:“It’s Never Too Late”-March Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Stop in to view this month’s featured artist\, on view March 2nd-31st during regular business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5. \nView a video interview with the artist HERE. \nHello! My name is Meg Harrison Young. \nThis is my first exhibit. After graduate school I worked for 25 years as an Art Therapist with mentally ill adults. In the almost decade since\, I’ve been a mental health counselor. Over the years\, art making was a hobby\, with long stretches of time when materials lay idle and dusty. \nIn January 2020\, my terminally- ill twin\, Martha\, could no longer care for herself\, and so moved in with my husband and me. Soon thereafter\, Covid made sheltering in place another challenge. \nMartha had art school training\, and over the years had exhibited her work on occasion. Making art again would become a self-therapy and an activity we could share. And then\, she passed in November. \nThe opportunity to exhibit at Booklovers’ Gourmet seemed an excellent way to first and finally show together.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/its-never-too-late-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:20210302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210307
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20210221T181914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210221T181914Z
UID:2447-1614643200-1615075199@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:Booklovers' 26th Anniversary Festivities!!
DESCRIPTION:Join us all week long in celebrating our 26th anniversary in business! It’s been a wild ride\, and we are thankful for each and every one of you for your local love & support\, especially during this past year. We invite you to join in the fun with daily raffles\, special offers and of course cake while maintaining all safety protocols. Come in at your convenience anytime during our regular business hours\, 10am-5pm\, Tuesday\, March 2nd-Saturday\, March 6th. See you there!!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/booklovers-26th-anniversary-festivities/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210228
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20210201T182402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T182402Z
UID:2420-1612224000-1614470399@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:“New Hope” - February Group Art Show & Sale
DESCRIPTION:“Le Coeur” photograph by John Gaumond\nFollowing our annual tradition\, this month’s art display features works by 16 local artists on view and for sale February 2-27\, 2021. All pieces represent the artist’s interpretation of “hope” and includes photography\, acrylic\, watercolor\, collage and mixed media. The show may be viewed during regular business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/new-hope-february-group-art-show-sale/
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:20210126T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210126T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20200707T012847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T025441Z
UID:2097-1611684000-1611687600@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Event-Meet Winners from Writers of the Future Vol. 36
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for another FREE Zoom virtual event! \nHere is your chance to chat with several winning authors and illustrators from the latest edition of Writers of the Future\, the best sci-fi and fantasy of tomorrow selected by masters of today. Guests include writers Chris Winspear of Australia\, Storm Humbert of Michigan\, Leah Ning of Virginia and illustrator Arthur Bowling of Maryland. \nBooks are available for purchase and will include signed book plates. \nTo register\, go HERE. \nTo pre-order the book\, go HERE. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/virtual-event-featuring-sci-fi-duo-winners-from-writers-of-the-future-vol-36/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210131
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20210102T013052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210110T223651Z
UID:2385-1609891200-1612051199@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:January Art Show-"Sentinels and Sirens"
DESCRIPTION:Bass Harbor Lighthouse\, Maine\nWe are happy to announce this month’s art show – Sentinels and Sirens\, acrylic paintings of lighthouses and portraits by Jim R. Wilton\, on display and for sale January 6th-30th during regular business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5. Call 508-949-6232 for more information. \nFor a brief video interview with the artist\, go HERE. \nArtist’s Statement: \nI do acrylic painting of people as well as seascapes and lighthouses. Originally educated and raised in the Webster area\, I’ve been in South​hbridge area since 1979 where I married then brought up my son​s. ​I started taking photographs and had a few in shows in New London CT in 200​8\, even having some published and sold. ​About 4 years ago\, after becoming a fan of lighthouses\, I met Polly Seip\, artist from Uncasville who painted from one of my photos which in turn inspired me to try to ​paint lighthouses. Having been a portrait artist\, I needed to learn. I’ve since sold several around the country\, being inspired from rides and boat trips​ and visits to some mostly ​in New England. I even donated a few to lighthouses to help them raise money for supporting ​them ​and had one put in a museum.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/january-art-show-sentinels-and-sirens/
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:20210101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210105
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20201201T021150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210102T010715Z
UID:2367-1609459200-1609804799@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closed-6/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201228
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20201201T021104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201201T021104Z
UID:2365-1609027200-1609113599@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closed-5/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201226
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20201201T020950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201201T020950Z
UID:2363-1608854400-1608940799@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAY
DESCRIPTION:We will be closed Christmas Day.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closed-for-the-holiday/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201202T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20201201T015951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201201T021241Z
UID:2357-1606935600-1606939200@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:"What Unites Us" Discussion with Dan Rather
DESCRIPTION:Join Dan Rather for an online discussion on his book What Unites Us: Reflections on Patriotism and the importance of indie bookstores! \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dan-rather-what-unites-us-tickets-129594840657 \nBuy the book here: https://bookshop.org/a/296/9781616209940 \n 
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/what-unites-us-discussion-with-dan-rather/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210101
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20201201T020833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201206T234557Z
UID:2360-1606780800-1609459199@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:December Photo Show & Sale-Dreamy Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:Stop in during the month of December to take a look at “Dreamy Landscapes”\, photography by Michael Belinski. These amazing photos will be on display and for sale through December 31st. \nThe show consists of landscape and cityscape images that bring the viewer into the scene to experience the surreal moments that were captured in Michael’s images. Work may be viewed in person following all safety protocols during regular business hours: Monday 10-4\, Tuesday-Wednesday 10-5\, Thursday & Friday 10-6\, Saturday 10-5. \nCall 508-949-6232 for more information. Visit www.mabproduction.com to view more of his work online. \nFor a brief video interview with the author\, go HERE. \nArtist’s Bio:  Michael Belinski\, of Thompson\, CT\, studied abroad in London\, England in the fall of 2014. There\, he picked up his first camera and captured the scenes around him while experiencing this new culture and atmosphere. Since then\, he has continued to refine his artwork and explore new areas of the world to bring right to the viewer’s home.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/december-photo-show-sale-dreamy-landscapes/
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:20201126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201127
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20201124T033636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201124T033636Z
UID:2314-1606348800-1606435199@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:Closed for Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Have a safe & happy Thanksgiving!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closed-for-holiday-2/
LOCATION:Booklovers’ Gourmet\, 72 East Main St\, Webster\, MA\, 01570\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201130
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20201102T194226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T172204Z
UID:2277-1604361600-1606694399@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:November Art Exhibit-Finding the Beauty in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Flight School by Anne Tisdell\nCome by to see this month’s featured art in our cafe gallery! Watercolor & acrylic paintings by local artist Anne M. Tisdell will be on display and for sale November 3rd-28th during regular business hours\, Tuesday-Saturday 10-5. \nGive the gift of original art this season! Thank you for supporting local artists during these trying times! \n  \nFor a brief video interview with the artist go HERE. \nArtist’s statement: I have dabbled in art all my life with sketching and drawing. I grew up in Swampscott\, MA.\, an oceanside community north of Boston.  Professionally\, I have worked as an RN and a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner for 45 years.  I had a few courses in art as a teen & took 2 courses at Montserrat School of Art in Beverly\, MA in pastels and watercolors with artist/teacher\, Mimi Johnson. Retiring in 2016\, I have had the time to pursue my interests in art\, music and dance.  Artist\, Elaine Griffith teaches classes at Holden Senior Center in acrylic painting which I started in October 2017.  Since then\, I have exhibited in various places in Central MA. I started Art Classes with Bill Griffiths at the Worcester Art Museum in 2018\, which brought me to a new level as an artist.  He has taught in all mediums and students work in the medium of their choosing.  I have exhibited at the Museum’s Adult Student Art Exhibit and at Arts Worcester.  In 2018\, I started watercolor classes with Charlie Gray in Rutland\, MA.\, a local well-known artist who has been instrumental in improving my watercolor technique. I am also a musician and singer & have sung in choruses and churches in Greater Boston.  I studied voice with the late Pauline Maher of Lynn\, MA.  \nThe Pandemic in 2020 cut into my exhibition time.  My exhibit at the Booklovers Gourmet is my first of 2020.  I hope you enjoy this sampling of my work!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/november-art-exhibit-finding-the-beauty-in-nature/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201017T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20200927T231336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200927T232638Z
UID:2227-1602939600-1602946800@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:Meet Thea Fielding-Lowe\, author of children’s book A Place for You
DESCRIPTION:***Space is limited due to COVID-19 restrictions. Masks are required. If you plan to attend any of our events\, please let us know by emailing deb@bookloversgourmet.com or calling 508-949-6232. Signed copies may also be reserved for later pickup or shipping.*** \nLittle bunny is so excited about helping his mom with the chores. He knows that at the end of the day\, he will get a special treat! As soon as little bunny starts his day of chores\, everything goes wrong. Oh no\, little bunny! Unhappy with all the mistakes that he made\, he plans on leaving his house. His family shows him love. They tell him that no matter the number of trophies he receives or mistakes he has made\, they will always love him. He will have a place in their hearts. \nThea Fielding-Lowe is a small business owner of T.Fielding-Lowe Media Company\, LLC in Pascoag\, Rhode Island. Her company provides services in the form of book publishing\, television streaming and media production. She graduated from Johnson and Wales University College of Business with a bachelors degree in marketing with a concentration in marketing communications.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/meet-thea-fielding-lowe-author-of-childrens-book-a-place-for-you/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201010T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201010T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212047
CREATED:20200927T231032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200927T233429Z
UID:2224-1602334800-1602342000@bookloversgourmet.com
SUMMARY:Meet Helen Baskerville-Dukes\, author of Therapy Fix
DESCRIPTION:***Space is limited due to COVID-19 restrictions. Masks are required. If you plan to attend any of our events\, please let us know by emailing deb@bookloversgourmet.com or calling 508-949-6232. Signed copies may also be reserved for later pickup or shipping.*** \nTherapy Fix is a sensual and sexy romance novel by Helen Baskerville-Dukes. She combines the hardship of growing up in an abusive home and violent adult relationships with healing hope leading to ultimate love match in her therapist. \nHelen Baskerville-Dukes a native of Providence where she lives with her husband Tyrone and her daughter\, Imani. \nHelen is the Owner and Artistic Director of IBG Productions\, a Christian Performing Arts & Film Production company in the City of Providence. Helen is an experienced playwright producing over 15 plays\, a creator of a scripted web series\, a talk show and an emerging filmmaker.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/meet-helen-baskerville-dukes-author-of-therapy-fix/
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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