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Founded in 1972, Irish Arts Center is a New York-based arts and cultural center dedicated to projecting a dynamic image of Ireland and Irish America for the 21st century, building community with artists and audiences of all backgrounds, forging and strengthening cross-cultural partnerships, and preserving the evolving stories and traditions of Irish culture for generations to come.
Pure Artistry is a family owned business that is operated by mother/daughter duo, Janice and Monique Dennis. They are dedicated to providing a platform for local artist, serving their community, and bringing a variety of artistic events to the area. They host a variety of artistic events from visual art exhibits and theatre to spoken word and indie film events.
The Mercantile Library maintains and expands a large, historic collection of books while presenting a healthy schedule of events including author and writer visits and events, book discussions, lectures, workshops, and forums. Additionally, the library is home to a diverse collection of artworks including portrait busts, paintings, and sculpture.
Each year, the Creative Writing MFA Program located in the University of Colorado Boulder’s Department of English hosts the Creative Writing Reading Series to bring innovative writers to the university for a free, on-campus reading. Past readers include National Book Award winner Terrance Hayes, Susan Steinberg, CAConrad, Ronaldo Wilson, Brian Evenson, Lynne Tillman, Claudia Rankine, M. NourbeSe Philip, and Pulitzer Prize winner Rae Armantrout.
Internationally recognized writers visit Susquehanna University for free public readings as a part of their Seavey Visiting Writers Series.
The Book House offers the increasingly-rare opportunity to browse a large stock of used and rare books, hang out, read, write, invite friends to meet, and talk with fellow book lovers. In addition to their store stock, their online book archive of over forty thousand books can be searched through their catalog site.
Since 1995, the Denver Public Library Central branch has been the largest library between Los Angeles and Chicago. Central Library is located next to the Denver Art Museum and has its own art collection. Designed by postmodern architect Michael Graves, the library features a coffee shop and is home to several book clubs.
Browse the books you love to read at The Book Cellar, an independent bookstore in Chicago’s Lincoln Square that features books by first-time authors, local authors, and more. They also offer wine by the glass, cozy couches, and delicious café fare. The Book Cellar welcomes book clubs and discussion groups.
Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts (THELMA) is a premier venue providing the community with unprecedented access to arts and entertainment and a unique destination for weddings and corporate gatherings. Located in the Arts and Entertainment District in downtown Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, THELMA hosts the Foot of the Lake Reading Series, as well as other literary, music, and art events.
Located in the Village of La Jolla, Warwick’s is the country’s oldest continuously family-owned and operated bookstore. In addition to a highly curated selection of books, Warwick’s regularly hosts author events and signings. Beyond books, Warwick’s is also well known for its extensive, beautiful and unusual selection of gifts, jewelry, stationery, fine pens, leather, office and art supplies.
