Upcoming Events

Juneteenth Jam Children's Book Drive
Apr
25
to Jun 14

Juneteenth Jam Children's Book Drive

Get Lit Books & Things is partnering with Vickie Davis and Juneteenth Jam to provide books for kids. Donate new or gently used books in store beginning on April 25th, Independent Bookstore Day. Don’t have a book? Purchase discounted books in store!

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Game Night & Birthday Party
Jun
27

Game Night & Birthday Party

Join us for fun games, some light snacks, and lots of laughs! We will also be celebrating June birthdays!

Now, we know that folks love to show up without an RSVP, but they really do help us plan. If you are coming, please let us know. Feel free to bring friends and fam to celebrate with you.

Not your birthday? Come play games anyway! (But please do still RSVP!)

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Lit Non-Fic Book Club
May
17

Lit Non-Fic Book Club

Lit Non-Fic Book Club will resume on Sunday, May 17th at 2pm and meet on the third Sunday of each month. Submit your vote on which book you would like to read. Voting is open until Sunday, April 10th.

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Get Lit Book Club
May
3

Get Lit Book Club

Join us for our book club meeting where we will be discussing We Don’t Talk About Carol by Kristen L. Berry. This book is currently available for purchase in store and online.

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Independent Bookstore Day
Apr
25

Independent Bookstore Day

Join us as we celebrate Independent Bookstore Day and National Poetry Month all day! Poetry Workshop led by Kade Lukiyo from 2pm - 3pm. Poetry corner all day, as well as discounts and prizes and new Get Lit Books & Things merch!

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Get Lit Book Club
Apr
12

Get Lit Book Club

Join us for our book club meeting where we will be discussing We Don’t Talk About Carol by Kristen L. Berry. This book is currently available for purchase in store and online.

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Game Night & Birthday Party
Sep
27

Game Night & Birthday Party

Join us for fun games, some light snacks, and lots of laughs! We will also be celebrating August birthdays!

Now, we know that folks love to show up without an RSVP, but they really do help us plan. If you are coming, please let us know. Feel free to bring friends and fam to celebrate with you.

Not your birthday? Come play games anyway! (But please do still RSVP!)

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Open Mic Night
Sep
6

Open Mic Night

It’s our anniversary! We are celebrating with another Open Mic Night! The theme is Celebration! Poetry, Spoken Word, Comedy, Singing, & Dramatic Readings all welcome!

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A Vessel Born to Float Signing
Sep
6

A Vessel Born to Float Signing

Poet, actress, and roller-skating femme warrior Yazmin Monet Watkins will be at our Get Lit Books & Things Anniversary event reading from her book of poetry, A Vessel Born to Float. She will sign copies immediately following.

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Game Night & Birthday Party
Aug
30

Game Night & Birthday Party

Join us for fun games, some light snacks, and lots of laughs! We will also be celebrating August birthdays!

Now, we know that folks love to show up without an RSVP, but they really do help us plan. If you are coming, please let us know. Feel free to bring friends and fam to celebrate with you.

Not your birthday? Come play games anyway! (But please do still RSVP!)

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Sewing Class
Aug
24
to Sep 7

Sewing Class

Join us for a 4-part beginner sewing class designed to get you stitching with confidence! You'll receive a sewing instruction book (we wouldn’t be a bookstore if we didn’t include a book!), access to machines and tools, and hands-on guidance in each 2-hour session. Walk away with completed projects and a solid foundation in sewing basics. This will be sew much fun!

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The Book Was Better Book Club for Kids
Aug
8

The Book Was Better Book Club for Kids

Join us for our Summer Book Club for Littles (ages 8+)

In June, July, & August, kids will read a book and then we will screen the movie in store. 

Friday, June 27th - Percy Jackson & the Lightning Thief

Friday, July 11th - Tale of Despereaux

Friday, August 8th - A Wrinkle in Time

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Game Night & Birthday Party
Jul
26

Game Night & Birthday Party

Join us for fun games, some light snacks, and lots of laughs! We will also be celebrating July birthdays!

Now, we know that folks love to show up without an RSVP, but they really do help us plan. If you are coming, please let us know. Feel free to bring friends and fam to celebrate with you.

Not your birthday? Come play games anyway! (But please do still RSVP!)

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Game Night & Birthday Party
Jun
28

Game Night & Birthday Party

Join us for fun games, some light snacks, and lots of laughs! We will also be celebrating March birthdays!

Now, we know that folks love to show up without an RSVP, but they really do help us plan. If you are coming, please let us know. Feel free to bring friends and fam to celebrate with you.

Not your birthday? Come play games anyway! (But please do still RSVP!)

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The Book Was Better Book Club for Kids
Jun
27

The Book Was Better Book Club for Kids

Join us for our Summer Book Club for Littles (ages 8+)

In June, July, & August, kids will read a book and then we will screen the movie in store. 

Friday, June 27th - Percy Jackson & the Lightning Thief

Friday, July 11th - Tale of Despereaux

Friday, August 8th - A Wrinkle in Time

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Get Lit Book Club
Jun
8

Get Lit Book Club

Join us for our book club meeting where we will be discussing Spells for Forgetting by Adrienne Young. We will also choose the book for August during this meeting so please come ready with suggestions!

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Glow Paint & Sip Party
May
23

Glow Paint & Sip Party

Join Us for a Paint & Sip with glow paint hosted by Maryam Crogman of LXP Studios.

All Supplies will be Provided. No painting experience necessary. Light snacks! Bring your own sips.

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Get Lit Book Club
May
4

Get Lit Book Club

Join us for our book club meeting where we will be discussing Beautyland by Marie-Helene Bertino. We will also choose the book for JULY during the meeting so please come ready with suggestions!

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Indie Bookstore Day Pop Up & Open Mic
Apr
26

Indie Bookstore Day Pop Up & Open Mic

Independent Bookstore Day is a one-day national party that takes place at indie bookstores across the country on the last Saturday in April. It is a day to celebrate and support independent bookstores across the U.S.. This year we will be celebrating Indie Bookstore Day with a pop up shop and open mic night.

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Get Lit Book Club
Apr
6

Get Lit Book Club

Join us for our book club meeting where we will be discussing A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams. We will also choose the next book during the meeting so please come ready with suggestions!

Note: There are two dates for this month. Wednesday, April 2nd and Sunday, April 6th. RSVP for the meeting you would like to attend.

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Get Lit Book Club
Apr
2

Get Lit Book Club

Join us for our book club meeting where we will be discussing A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams. We will also choose the next book during the meeting so please come ready with suggestions!

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Game Night & Birthday Party
Mar
28

Game Night & Birthday Party

Join us for fun games, some light snacks, and lots of laughs! We will also be celebrating March birthdays!

Now, we know that folks love to show up without an RSVP, but they really do help us plan. If you are coming, please let us know. Feel free to bring friends and fam to celebrate with you.

Not your birthday? Come play games anyway! (But please do still RSVP!)

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Read In
Mar
21

Read In

Get Lit isn't just a bookstore to buy books. It's a safe space to relax and unwind. Come down, pick a comfy seat, and read with us. Bring a book or buy a book! All ages welcome.

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