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SUMMARY:Twas The Night – The Art and History of the Classic Christmas Poem
DESCRIPTION:A new book celebrates the Bicentennial (1822/1823-2022/2023) of the iconic “Twas the Night Before Christmas/A Visit From St. Nicholas”.   \n“Twas The Night Before Christmas” was read aloud for the first time on Christmas Eve\, 1822; first published by the Troy Sentinel newspaper on December 23\, 1823.  This new book presents the masterpiece’s own story\, published in September 2022. \nMeet Pamela McColl\, author/historian/collector\, and authority on the popular poem\, who spent a decade compiling and writing “Twas The Night – The Art and History of the Classic Christmas Poem”. \nSigned\, personalized copies will be available for purchase that day or pre-order in store. \n“A delightful and informative exploration of “A Visit From St. Nicholas” for the holiday season.”- Kirkus Reviews. \n 
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/twas-the-night-the-art-and-history-of-the-classic-christmas-poem/
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:Paranormal Author Visit with Thomas D'Agostino & Arlene Nicholson
DESCRIPTION:Join us in welcoming back paranormal investigators Tom D’Agostino and Arlene Nicholson as we celebrate Small Business Saturday! \n(Stay tuned for more details of a day filled with deals\, giveaways\, raffles & fun!) \nThey will be on hand to discuss their latest book\, Strange New England\, which contains 60 stories of our strange and alluring region\, as well as other previous titles including Legends\, Lore & Secrets of New England and Guide to Haunted New England. 
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/paranormal-author-visit-with-thomas-dagostino-arlene-nicholson/
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:20230101
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SUMMARY:Walking Through the Woods on a Foggy Day in December-Photo Show
DESCRIPTION:View the ethereal photographs of Bettie Carlson December 1st-31st in our cafe gallery. \nA public meet the artist reception will take place on Sunday\, December 11th\, 1-3 p.m. \nArtist’s Statement: Winter\, the time when all the leaves have fallen from the trees and the flowers have died and all the colors have gone from the land. Or have they?? Is it just that the colors are more subtle than in the warmer months? Not everything is dead. Most are just waiting for springtime when they can rise again. But on a foggy day in December\, I discovered plenty of color – and some fascinating shapes in the decaying wood and leaves that I might not have noticed with the distractions of all that summertime color.  And the fog created a veil to embrace it all.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/walking-through-the-woods-on-a-foggy-day-in-december-photo-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:In A Borrowed Suit book signing event
DESCRIPTION:Meet local author Carlo Morrissey who will be discussing and signing his latest novel In A Borrowed Suit. \nFree and open to the public. For more information call 508-949-6232. \nAbout the book: Nothing is ever easy! Something always goes wrong! \nWe can hear Raymond Rosemont muttering such thoughts as the unassuming\, socially awkward\, middle-aged\, loner bumbles his way through one absurd episode after another. While planning the funeral arrangements for his beloved mother\, Raymond must interact with his two sisters; one\, a hard charging bank executive\, who scares Raymond\, the other\, a Hollywood scriptwriter more interested in having a good time than mourning their mother’s death. \nFrom being locked out of his apartment in a thunderstorm – clad only in his underwear\, learning about the effects of drinking too much alcohol\, being wrongfully accused of attempted suicide\, and finally gaining the interest of a beautiful lady; Raymond manages to muddle through it all. Staying true to himself\, discovering real friendship and much more in this darkly humorous tale. \nAuthor bio: Besides Carlo’s latest novel\, In a Borrowed Suit\, he has also written these other novels Lavender Skies\, If You See Your Father\, Shoot Him\, and I am the Moon. In recent years he has returned to writing poetry\, with his most recent work published in the Lowell Review and two new poems will be published in the Spring of 2023 in the Evening Street Review. Carlo retired as a school psychologist for the Worcester Public Schools in 2013. He continues as an adjunct faculty member at Quinsigamond Community College teaching Sociology classes.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/in-a-borrowed-suit-book-signing-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:20221210T130000
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SUMMARY:Scars to Stars Vol. 2 Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a book launch with Bil Gardiner\, a contributing author in the recently published book\, Scars to Stars\, Vol 2: Stories of Vulnerability\, Resilience\, and Overcoming Adversity. “Scars to Stars” is an important book that goes a long way to addressing the issues around people who experience severe trauma and the suicidal ideation that so often occurs. Each story has a slightly different spin on how each author has overcome their Scars and become a true Star. \nFor more information\, call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com. \n  \nWilliam “Bil” Gardiner is a Photographic Artist based in Worcester\, MA.  The owner of William Gardiner Photography since 2002\, Bil works as a Child and Family Portrait Photographer as well as a Photographic Artist.  An award-winning photographer\, Bil has exhibited regionally and has worked in collaboration with professional photographers like Lou Jones\, Stephen DiRado\, Darton Drake and Patrick O’Connor. \nNot able to go to college for Photography\, Bil came home and eventually became a Police Officer with the Worcester Police Department (WPD).  A few years ago\, Bil decided to put pen to paper and start documenting his experiences in the police department\, compiling story after story about the way he was treated and how it has affected him. Bil continues to write and is looking forward to publishing his own book one day.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/scars-to-stars-vol-2-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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SUMMARY:Artist Reception for Foggy Day in December Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meet & greet with photographer Bettie Carlson.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/artist-reception-for-foggy-day-in-december-woods/
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:Holiday Pop-Up Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of authors including children’s\, fiction & inspirational titles! \nGrab a signed copy or more for yourself or a gift to a special reader in your life.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/holiday-pop-up-book-fair/
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;VALUE=DATE:20221225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221227
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SUMMARY:CLOSED-HOLIDAY
DESCRIPTION:Closed in celebration of the Christmas holiday
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closed-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;VALUE=DATE:20230101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230106
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SUMMARY:CLOSED-HOLIDAY BREAK
DESCRIPTION:We are taking a brief post-holiday break. See you back on January 6th!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closed-holiday-break/
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:20230106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230201
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SUMMARY:"Lights and Icons: A Study in Acrylics"-Paintings by Jim Wilton
DESCRIPTION:Booklovers’ Gourmet is pleased to present “Lights and Icons: A Study in Acrylics”\, paintings by Jim Wilton on view and for sale January 6th-31st\, 2023. \nThe show can be viewed during regular business hours\, Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5 pm\, Wednesday 10am-6pm in the cafe gallery. \nA public reception with the artist will take place on Saturday\, January 7th\, 2-4 pm. \nFor more information call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com. \nArtist’s Statement: “I’ve been photographing and painting for years\, in fact all my life. I’m mostly self taught other than my elementary and high school. I have photographed  lighthouses as well as other subjects for inspiration for my art. These beautiful locations have inspired me to seek more outdoor locations as well as other subject matter. \n  \nI spent many years painting portraits but have switched it up to trying lighthouses after a hiatus to raise children but also found myself returning to portraits. I began photography of outdoor scenes and wildlife in 2008 after finding digital photography\, making it more accessible. A few years ago I began painting again after a friend painted from one of my photos thus inspiring me to try again. I haven’t stopped but also got into crafts such as seashell jewelry boxes\, Christmas trees and lighthouses. I hope folks enjoy my work as much as I enjoyed painting it.”
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/lights-and-icons-a-study-in-acrylics-paintings-by-jim-wilton/
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 Lights & Icons by Jim Wilton
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meet & greet with featured artist of the month\, Jim Wilton. \nFree & open to the public.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/artist-reception-for-lights-icons-by-jim-wilton/
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:20230301
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SUMMARY:"Winter Light" February Group Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Show Dates: February 1st-28th\nOn view during regular business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5\, Wednesday 10-6 \nPEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS ARE BACK!! COME IN AND CAST YOUR VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE PIECE!\n\nMoney prizes will be awarded for the top 3 picks voted on by viewers during the month. \n 
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/winter-light-february-group-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;TZID=UTC:20230204T130000
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SUMMARY:"Winter Light" Artists Reception
DESCRIPTION:Misty Lake Peninsula by Debra Horan\nCome view the diverse selection of artwork featuring the theme “Winter Light” and meet some of the local artists participating in the show. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nVote for your favorite piece in our People’s Choice Awards!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/winter-light-artists-reception/
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:20230211T190000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT!! An Evening of Music with Mark & Raianne
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the original folk-style performance and vocal harmonies of Mark Mandeville & Raianne Richards in an intimate listening room setting. General admission seating. Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase. No outside food or drink.\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. \nTheir songs poetically reflect personal experiences as factory workers\, teachers\, community organizers\, and natives of post-industrial mill towns in central Massachusetts. The memories of days gone by and toils of history can be better remembered through songs such as “That Old Machine” or “Winds of Change.” Listeners feel refreshed lyrics with references to elements in nature. \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. \nWatch a music video for “Winds of Change” HERE \nTHIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT!! STAY TUNED FOR FUTURE SHOWS.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/an-evening-of-music-with-mark-raianne/
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:20230401
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SUMMARY:"Transitions: Winter to Spring"- Paintings by Anne M. Tisdell
DESCRIPTION:Sunrise After a Snowstorm\, Webster\, MA\nPaintings by Anne M. Tisdell will be featured in the cafe gallery from March 1st-31st and can be viewed during normal business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5\, \nIris\, watercolor by Anne Tisdell\nWednesday 10-6. \nA meet the artist reception will take place on Saturday\, March 11th from 1-3 p.m. The public is invited to attend. \nFor more information call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com. \nWatch a video interview with Anne HERE. \nArtist’s Statement: \nI 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 and 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\, dance and photography.  \nMany of the paintings that I create are based on my photographs or the photographs by friends with their permission.  Artist\, Elaine Griffith\, (now\, Artist\, Janice Legare ) taught 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 Grey in Rutland\, MA.\, a local well-known artist who has been instrumental in improving my watercolor technique. In July 2021. I participated in an intense workshop under the direction of Artists Mimi Johnson and Mark Hayden in multiple art forms. I am also a musician and singer and have sung in choruses and churches in Greater Boston.  I studied voice with the late Pauline Maher of Lynn\, MA. The Pandemic in 2020 cut into my exhibition time.  Booklovers’ Gourmet in Webster\, MA. was my first exhibit of 2020 and in December 2021.  Recently\, I have exhibited at the Gale Free Library and 122 Diner in Holden\, and The Pearle L. Crawford Library in Dudley.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/transitions-winter-to-spring-paintings-by-anne-m-tisdell/
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:20230304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230305
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SUMMARY:28TH ANNIVERSARY SALE EVENT!!
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating 28 years in business!! \nRaffles * Giveaways * Deals * Cupcakes \nTake 28% OFF any 1 item in store! \n  \nMeet suspense author Stephen Amidon 1-3 p.m. \nSigning copies of his latest book “Locust Lane”
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/28th-anniversary-sale-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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SUMMARY:Suspense Author Stephen Amidon visit
DESCRIPTION:As part of our 28th Anniversary celebration\, we are excited to be hosting national suspense author Stephen Amidon! He will be signing and discussing his latest novel Locust Lane\, published by Celedon Books in January 2023. The event is free and open to the public and signed copies of Locust Lane\, as well as his other books\, will be available for purchase. \nCall 508-949-6232 for more information or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com. \nFor fans of Mystic River by Dennis Lehane and Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng\, Stephen Amidon’s Locust Lane is a taut and utterly propulsive story about the search for justice and the fault lines of power and influence in a seemingly idyllic town. Can anyone be trusted? \nOn the surface\, Emerson\, Massachusetts\, is just like any other affluent New England suburb. But when a young woman is found dead in the nicest part of town\, the powerful neighbors close ranks to keep their families safe. In this searing novel\, Eden Perry’s death kicks off an investigation into the three teenagers who were partying with her that night\, each a suspect. Hannah\, a sweet girl with an unstable history. Jack\, the popular kid with a mean streak. Christopher\, an outsider desperate to fit in. Their parents\, each with motivations of their own\, only complicate the picture: they will do anything to protect their children\, even at the others’ expense. \nWith a brilliantly woven\, intricately crafted plot that gathers momentum on every page\, this is superb storytelling told in terse prose—a dynamic read that is both intensely gripping and deeply affecting. \nSTEPHEN AMIDON was born in Chicago and grew up on the East Coast. He lived in London for twelve years before returning to the United States in 1999. He now lives in Massachusetts and Torino\, Italy. His books have been published in sixteen countries and include two works of non fiction\, a collection of short stories\, and seven novels\, including Human Capital\, adapted as a film directed by Marc Meyers in 2019\, and Security\, also adapted as a film and released by Netflix in summer 2021.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/suspense-author-stephen-amidon-visit/
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:"Transitions: Winter to Spring" Artist Reception for Anne M. Tisdell
DESCRIPTION:Sunrise After a Snowstorm\, Webster\, MA\nStop in to meet and chat with local artist Anne M. Tisdell and view her show “Transitions: Winter to Spring” in the cafe gallery. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nFree and open to the public. \nWatch a video interview with Anne HERE.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/transitions-winter-to-spring-artist-reception-for-anne-m-tisdell/
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:20230325T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230325T160000
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SUMMARY:"Unlike Any Other" Author Event with Ed Londergan
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening talk and book signing event with author Ed Londergan for his latest historical fiction novel about Bathsheba Spooner entitled “Unlike Any Other“\, the story of an 18th Century woman from a prominent New England family who went from a life of privilege to the gallows. Signed 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 . . . \n  \n \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-author-event-with-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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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230430
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SUMMARY:Through an Artist's Eye: Paintings & Carvings by Wayne Yacino
DESCRIPTION:Pilgrim at the Well\, oil painting by Wayne Yacino\nThe photo-realistic oil paintings of portraiture and historical scenes and life-like wildlife carvings of local artist Wayne Yacino will be on display and for sale April 1st-29th in our cafe gallery.  \nA meet the artist reception will take place on Saturday\, April 8th\, 1-3 p.m. The show is on view during normal business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5\, Wednesday 10-6. \nPlease note: the store will be closed April 10th-13th for vacation. \nAbout the artist: \nWayne Joseph Yacino is a native of Oxford\, Massachusetts\, who is of Metis (French–Abenaki)\, Italian and Polish descent. He began painting at the age of 5 years. As a self-taught artist\, and with 61 years of experience\, he has had the opportunity to live in Europe for 2 years during his military tour with NATO. He has displayed several of his pieces in Vicenza\, Italy. He has also displayed his woodwork and paintings throughout the United States. \nThe artist has done extensive research into Native American imagery and has taught the Ancient American Skills the first weekend in October\, at the Annual Water’s Farm Days event in Sutton\, Massachusetts\, from 1996-present. \nThe artist’s goal is: “To share with the viewer my emotions and Spiritual experiences through my art; to rise above the mundane\, and to bring honor and Glory to my God.”  \nWhatever his subject\, he finds great joy and blessing in the way the eye moves through a painting and follows the interaction of colors.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/through-an-artists-eye-paintings-carvings-by-wayne-yacino/
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's Reception for Wayne Yacino-Through an Artist's Eye
DESCRIPTION:Fisher Boy\, oil painting by Wayne Yacino\nJoin us for a meet the artist reception on Saturday\, April 8th\, 1-3 p.m.  for Wayne Yacino. View his photo-realistic oil paintings of wildlife\, portraiture and historical scenes and life-like wildlife carvings. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nThe show is on view during normal business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10-5\, Wednesday 10-6.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/artists-reception-for-wayne-yacino-through-an-artists-eye/
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:20230411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230414
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CREATED:20230327T011445Z
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SUMMARY:CLOSED FOR VACATION
DESCRIPTION:We will be closed for a brief vacation. See you back on April 14th!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closed-for-vacation-10/
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:20230429T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181911
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SUMMARY:10th Anniversary of "One Door Closes: Overcoming Adversity By Following Your Dreams"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 10th Anniversary of One Door Closes: Overcoming Adversity By Following Your Dreams by Tom Ingrassia & Jared Churdimsky. \nTom Ingrassia will be in the store to talk about the inspiring stories of 16 people from all walks of life featured in this book (many of whom live in Central MA) who have overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in order to live into their dreams. Also sharing their stories are Scherrie Payne (Formerly of The Supremes)\, June Monteiro of The Toys\, and the late Mary Wilson of The Supremes\, who wrote the Epilogue for the book. Through their powerful\, first-person stories\, these dreamers share a road map guiding the reader to discover how to live their life with vision\, courage\, determination and passion. One Door Closes was named the Best Self Help Book by The New England Book Festival\, and was a Finalist in the National Indie Excellence Awards. One reviewer wrote\, “…a compilation to assure that you deserve to live your dreams\, and a nurturing step-by-step guidebook to show you how to get there….” \nFirst published in 2013\, One Door Closes is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. It is currently being adapted as a documentary film\, One Door Closes: Korey’s Courage\, which will have its premiere in Worcester in September. \n  \nTom Ingrassia is a motivational speaker\, award winning author\, success coach and award winning radio personality. In 2001—following a successful 25-year career in higher education—Tom re-invented himself as an entertainment manager\, with the formation of Tom Ingrassia Productions (www.ingrassiaproductions.com ). Along the way\, he has worked with some of the legendary singers from the 1960s\, including Mary Wilson (The Supremes)—for whom he served as executive assistant from 2001-05; Arlene Smith (The Chantels); June Monteiro (The Toys); Barbara Alston (The Crystals); Carl Gardner (The Coasters);  The Velvelettes; and actress Dee Wallace Stone. In 2006\, Tom formed The MotivAct Group (www.motivactgoup.com )\, offering holistic personal and professional development workshops\, seminars and individual coaching for success. An in-demand speaker\, Tom travels the country with his motivational programs\, “Mental Massage®” and “Making A Difference Begins with YOU…So Live Into Your Dreams!\,” and pop culture lectures\, “Motown and the Civil Rights Movement” and “Girl Power: The Supremes as Cultural Icons.” \n  \nTom’s award-winning book\, One Door Closes: Overcoming Adversity By Following Your Dreams (Wyatt-Mackenzie Publishing) was published in October 2013\, and is currently being adapted as a documentary film\, due out in 2023. The New England Book Festival named One Door Closes as the Best Self-Help Book of 2016. His second book—Reflections Of A Love Supreme: Motown Through The Eyes Of Fans was named the Best Music Book by the National Indie Excellence Awards and the Pinnacle Book Awards. Every Wednesday morning\, you can hear “Motown Tom” on WCUW 91.3FM in Worcester\, where he hosts “The Motown Jukebox\,” spinning the very best of the Motown Sound and the stories behind the music. Tom was named Best Radio Personality in the 2014 and 2015 Landmark Readers’ Choice Awards. Originally from Middletown\, NY Tom now resides in Massachusetts.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/10th-anniversary-of-one-door-closes-overcoming-adversity-by-following-your-dreams/
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:20230503T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230503T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181911
CREATED:20230501T011449Z
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SUMMARY:Bartlett High School Art Invitational Reception
DESCRIPTION:Booklovers’ Gourmet is proud to present “The Sea of Art is Endless”\, a group show featuring Bartlett High School student artwork in various media including digital\, 3-D and prints of original work.\n \nThe show will be on view May 2nd-31st with a public reception on Wednesday\, May 3rd from 4-6 p.m. featuring live music and refreshments.\n \nEvery new generation supplies the art world with a seemingly endless amount of creative ideas and new perspectives. Come and view the world through our student’s eyes!
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/bartlett-high-school-art-invitational-reception/
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:20230506T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181911
CREATED:20230416T171117Z
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SUMMARY:Language of the Sacred author event with Loralee Dubeau
DESCRIPTION:Booklovers’ Gourmet is hosting a book release and signing event for Loralee Dubeau’s new memoir Language of the Sacred. \nThe event is free and open to the public. Signed copies will be available for purchase. \nFor more information\, call 508-949-6232 or email deb@bookloversgourmet.com. \nAbout the book: Language of the Sacred is a memoir of Loralee Dubeau’s personal journey of learning to trust her inner voice and her clear connection to the mysterious divine power that gives life to all. Dubeau lays bare all her vulnerabilities for all to see\, interact with\, and learn from. After a lifetime of hiding her true purpose\, Dubeau is guided to share her very raw and personal self with the world and help others.   \nDocumented from personal journals for over forty years\, the lessons\, healings\, and ceremonies have guided her to a sacred path of purpose and meaning. Her commitment to her inner self and Spirit never falters\, even as she struggles with the unknown and traditions that seem beyond her. The sometimes-tangible connection between Dubeau and Spirit is shown through countless interactions\, visions\, instincts\, and unusual relationships.  \nThe powerful stories she shares encourage others to trust their own inner voice\, their connection to something greater and more powerful than themselves while finding a true path of purpose and inner peace. \nAuthor Biography   \nLoralee Dubeau is the author of There’s a Whole in the Sky\, and The Honey Pit: Finding the Grandmother’s Way. She is a lecturer and has a private consultation practice for flower essence remedies\, dream interpretation\, and energy readings.  \nShe is an elder of the Good Medicine Society and follows the ceremonial path. She lives in southern Massachusetts with her husband Paul Samuels.  \nwww.dream-flowerconsultant.com
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/language-of-the-sacred-author-event-with-loralee-dubeau/
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:Peter Heller Author Event at the Gladys E. Kelly Library
DESCRIPTION:  \n***Author Appearance Alert!!!*** Peter Heller will be appearing at the Gladys E. Kelly Library\, 2 Lake Street in Webster on Thursday\, May 18th at 6 p.m. \nThe event is Free and Open to the Public. Don’t miss your chance to see this bestselling author in person!! \nIn this “end-of-the-world novel more like a rapturous beginning” (San Francisco Chronicle)\,  Hig somehow survived the flu pandemic that killed everyone he knows. His gripping story is “an ode to friendship between two men…the strong bond between a human and a dog\, and a reminder of what is worth living for” (Minneapolis Star-Tribune). \nPurchase the book from us ahead of time and receive a 10% discount. Signed copies will also be available for purchase at the event. \nWatch a video of Peter Heller talking about his inspiration for writing the book HERE.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/peter-heller-author-event-at-the-gladys-e-kelly-library/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Author Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Deb Horan":MAILTO:deb@bookloversgourmet.com
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CREATED:20230501T032253Z
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SUMMARY:Closing at 3 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:We will be closing at 3 p.m. today and will be closed through May 29th for Memorial Day Weekend.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closing-at-3-p-m/
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:20230527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230530
DTSTAMP:20260403T181911
CREATED:20230501T032409Z
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SUMMARY:Closed for Memorial Day Weekend
DESCRIPTION:We will be closed for Memorial Day Weekend.
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/closed-for-memorial-day-weekend/
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:20230601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230701
DTSTAMP:20260403T181911
CREATED:20230520T015700Z
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SUMMARY:"Views from a Palace"\, paintings and drawings by Jim Palace
DESCRIPTION:“Views from a Palace”\, paintings and drawings by Jim Palace\, will be on display and for sale June 1st-30th in our cafe gallery. \nA meet the artist reception will take place on Saturday\, June 10th from 3-5 p.m. Free and open to the public. \nInspired by landscapes across the eastern coast\, Jim’s watercolor and colored pencil drawings capture captivating views from the past several years of travel throughout Cape Cod\, New Hampshire\, and North Carolina. Jim has been drawing since he could hold a pencil. He is primarily self-taught – experimenting with various mediums over decades of practice.        \nUnder the tutelage of Ed Turner\, however\, he has refined his craft working with colored pencil. His skilled application of scumbling\, crosshatching\, and burnishing can be seen in his works “Taylor’s Crossing” and “Times in the Orchard.”
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/views-from-a-palace-paintings-and-drawings-by-jim-palace/
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:20230603T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230603T150000
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SUMMARY:New England mystery author Debi Graham-Leard
DESCRIPTION:New England mystery author Debi Graham-Leard returns to Booklovers’ Gourmet to chat about her most recently published novel titled The Life She Left Behind. She’ll also discuss the 5th book in the Gwen Andrews Series titled Regrets Only due out this summer. Come by to hear how plots are developed\, characters deepened\, and covers designed. \nFor more information about the author\, visit debigrahamleard.com\n \n \nAbout the book:Can We Ever Truly Escape the Life We Left Behind? \n\nAfter a bitter break-up\, Boston editor Morgan Stone dodges her ex-boyfriend’s harassment by driving to Delaware for her twentieth high school reunion.  \n \n \nIn the midst of reconnecting with old friends and her reserved mother\, Morgan learns that putting distance between herself and her ex has only escalated his \nefforts to control her.\n \nWhile confronting the struggles of her past and the perils of her present\, a simmering romance with a classmate creates a tough choice for Morgan’s future…return to Boston or remain in Delaware?\n \nHow can she possibly decide which life to leave behind?
URL:https://bookloversgourmet.com/event/new-england-mystery-author-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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