Events at Blue Dog Books

12-1PM

We're thrilled to welcome author Yvette Kelly-Fields! Yvette will discuss her new book, The 5 Coaches Every Nonprofit Executive Needs. Whether you're a nonprofit professional, serve on a board, lead a team, or simply enjoy conversations about leadership and personal growth, you'll find encouragement and inspiration in this discussion!

3-5PM

Join us as voice students from That Music Place studio present An Afternoon of Song in the Activity room. Come by to enjoy their lovely music.

3-5PM

Come in for a calm and creative time painting a rock to keep for your own garden or to pass on at another bookstore. All materials provided!

All Day

Thank you so much for joining us for our summer reading adventure! Please come into the store with your completed challenge to claim your reward!

1:30-2:30PM

Join us for conversation and snacks! The club will be finishing The Lions' Run, a fascinating tale of two unlikely friends set in France.

10AM-7PM

Stop by and celebrate with us all day! 

Enjoy coffee from Tom’s Coffee Truck, cake, giveaways, kids activities, special guests, and a few surprises!

12-5PM

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

6:30-8PM

Join Robb and Jeni White for a fun, creative evening! Learn the history of barn quilts and paint your own 12" x12" wooden quilt square with step-by-step instruction. No experience needed! $40 ticket with all the supplies included. Please contact the store to secure your spot and choose your pattern in advance. 

We're excited to welcome local author Britt Nichole to Blue Dog Books this Saturday, August 15, from 2–3 PM! Britt is a writer, photographer, and disability advocate and the author of Gracie, her debut novel. Come meet Britt, hear about her book and creative journey, and celebrate a local author's first published novel with us!

We hope you'll join us! 

3-5PM

Calling all slueths! Booker the dog has gome missing. Solve puzzles and find clues in the store to to help Booker find a way home.

6-8PM

Join us for two hours of silent reading.

7-9PM

Please join a host of regional authors who are passionate about poetry. Hear brief introductions and gain insight on their creative journey, then enjoy selections from each of their books as the poets share their words!

5-9PM

Grab your girlfriends and get ready to sparkle! Join us in Historic Springboro on Thursday, August 20, from 5–9 PM for a special Girls Night Out filled with art, fun, friends, and a little glitz and glam.

Enjoy a sneak peek at some of the fabulous artists who will be particiapting in ARTfest on Main! Whether you're going full glam or simply adding a little sparkle, come ready for a fun night out with your favorite ladies.

7-8PM

Field trip meeting! This month the Audiobook Club will be meeting at Warped Wing to discuss Ender's Game!

4-7PM

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

2-3PM

Step into the world of Fate: The Alpha King and His Unexpected Mate and join us on Saturday, August 22, from 2–3PM for an afternoon with author Ashlee Griffin

Come meet Ashlee, hear more about her book and writing journey, and chat about the world of Fate. Fans of paranormal romance, fated mates, and immersive fantasy worlds won't want to miss this afternoon!

6-7PM

Join us for a fun writing activity as we explore blackout poetry. No experience necessary!

7-8PM

Join us for a poetry workshop with Amba Elieff! Amba will discuss how she approaches the writing of poetry.

6-7PM

Our monthly meeting of Blue Dog's book club. This month we're reading One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware!

All Day

Stop by and see us during ARTFest on Main! It's one of the most exciting days of the year in Historic Springboro, with incredible art, music, and food on Main Street. Blue Dog Books will have activities and special surprises all day!

2-3PM

Meet local author Geoff Williams and learn about the iconic story of the great heat wave that ravaged the continent in the lasts gasps of the Dust Bowl. 

5-7PM

Bring your rhinestones and anything shiny to our book bedazzling night! Join fellow book lovers for conversations as we bling out our favorite book covers!