Events at Blue Dog Books

All-Month Long

Join the fun! Stop by participating Springboro businesses, find the Waldo and get your card stamped.  Collect 10 stamps by July 31 to win a Find Waldo Poster! Collect 20 or more stamps to be eligible for the grand prize announced July 31!

7-8PM

Join us for Audiobook Club. This month we're reading Lady Tremain by Rachel Hochhauser!

1:30- 2:30PM

Join us for conversation and snacks! Currently reading The Lions' Run, a fascinating tale of two unlikely friends set in France.

All Day

We'll be closed Monday, July 6.

6-7PM

Join us Wednesday, July 8 for a Writers' Workshop with Amba Elieff! Amba will discuss how she approaches the writing of poetry.

1:30- 2:30PM

Join us for conversation and snacks! Currently reading The Lions' Run, a fascinating tale of two unlikely friends set in France.

5-7PM

Join us for an evening tea to celebrate and discuss magical worlds and most beloved fairy tales with fellow book lovers! Come in your finest attire (wings, and crowns encouraged!) or whatever is most comfortable! We will have a craft, dainty snacks and desserts, and everyone gets to take home their tea cup at the end of the event. Tickets are $10 and spots are limited. Please stop by the shop and pick up a ticket in advance. 

2-3PM

Join us for an author signing with Michele Fazio! Stop by the store from 2-3 to meet the author and get your book signed! 

11-5PM

Blue Dog Books will be open for Second Sunday festival hours. We hope you visit some amazing vendors and stop in to see us!

6-8PM

Bring your binders, portfolios, and decks for an evening of Pokémon fun! If you'd like to play and have an extra mat, please bring. it with you. We’ll have themed drinks to enjoy while you play. This is a free event, stop by anytime from 6-8! 

1:30-2:30

Join us for conversation and snacks! Currently reading The Lions' Run, a fascinating tale of two unlikely friends set in France.

11-7PM

Join us for a free art supply swap all day! Bring in your art/craft materials and swap with other creators. 

6-8PM

Join us for two hours of silent reading.

6-8

The Mahjongette will teach people how to play Mahjong.$75.00 ticketed, tickets can be purchased at Blue Dog Bookstore. Mahjong 101:  A fun, beginner‑friendly introduction to American Mahjong. Learn the tiles, the NMJL card, how to choose a hand, and the flow of real gameplay—all in a supportive, no‑pressure environment. Perfect for brand‑new players ready to sit down, learn the basics, and start playing with confidence.  Small teacher to student ratio for hands-on play and learning. $75

6-8

Wes Molebash is a Kids Graphic Novelist who has been creating comics since the 5th grade!His third book  third book (Travis Daventhorpe Gets a Life!) will be released by First Second Books the week that we will visit BDB!

6-7

Our monthly meeting of Blue Dog's book club. This month we're reading The Red Winter by Cameron Sullivan 

1:30- 2:30PM

Join us for conversation and snacks! Currently reading The Lions' Run, a fascinating tale of two unlikely friends set in France.

5-7PM

Bring your favorite game to play and share with friends or browse our store selection puzzles and games!

5-7PM

Enjoy an analog craft night decorating letters and envelopes to send to friends and loved ones! What better way to say it than through a heartfelt card? 

6-7PM

Teachers will watch and guide players through a live game! $35 Guided Play: A supportive, teacher‑led playing session for players who already know the basics. You’ll play real hands with live coaching, strategy tips, and gentle corrections to help you build confidence, speed, and smarter decision‑making at the table. Perfect for recent Mahjong 101 grads and anyone ready to level up their game. This is not a starter class, you should have prior knowledge of American Mahjong. $35

6-7PM

Join us for snacks, games, and the Grand Prize drawing for Find Waldo Local!

1:30-2:30

Join us for conversation and snacks! Currently reading The Lions' Run, a fascinating tale of two unlikely friends set in France.