Upcoming Events
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Saturday Storytime: Kelsey Marshalsey
Kelsey is an award-winning Ontario-based author, illustrator, book designer, and publisher. She founded Brown Paper Fox in 2016 and is passionate about bringing stories to life that celebrate inclusivity, diversity, and encouraging children to embrace what makes them unique. As a mum of two, she’s inspired daily by her kids.
Join us for a reading of Kelsey's books that will have your littles giggling along! This event is for ages 2-7. All little readers must be accompanied by a big kid (their parent or guardian).
Saturday Storytime: Judy Ann Sadler
Join us for a reading and a craft perfect for little readers age 2-7.
In Conversation with A.D. Sui
Nebula Award Winning Author A.D. Sui will be joining us to discuss their new book The Iron Garden Sutra. A.D. will be joined in conversation by author Nathaniel Luscombe.
Silent Book Club @ Commonplace Books
The Oxford County Chapter of the Silent Book Club will meet at Commonplace for an afternoon of reading in the lounge. No registration necessary.
In Conversation with Mx. Nillin Lore
A conversation with Mx. Nillin Lore about their new book Carry On: Unpacking Your Internalized Transphobic and Queerphobic Baggage. Registration Details Coming Soon!
Spring Poetry Salon & Open Mic
An evening of poetry in celebration of National Poetry Month featuring 15-minute readings from headlining poets Emily De Angelis, Nathaniel Luscombe, Irina Moga, and Mary Anne Griffiths, followed by a short Q&A. After a brief break, the mic opens to community members for a lively open mic session. Books by our featured poets will be available for purchase and signing.
Independent Bookstore Day
We'll be celebrating all day in honour of Canadian Independent Bookstore Day! More details to come.
Independent & Self-Published Author Panel
Local self-published and independently published authors will discuss their experiences writing, navigating publishing, marketing, and more. Q&A and book signing with presenting authors. More details to come!
Author Signing: Erik Tucsok
Erik Tucsok, author of Of Perfect Spirit, will be in store signing books!
Painted Edges Workshop hosted by Dead Trees & Ink and Everbound Bindery
Love the look of sprayed book edges but want a more accessible, hands-on approach? This Painted Edges Workshop teaches you how to achieve the same stunning edge effects using controlled painted techniques to create stunning book trophies for your shelves! Tickets include a take-home kit to continue making more on your own! Participants can bring their own book to paint (under 400 pages) or enjoy 15% off the purchase of a book in-store for the workshop. There are limited spots available, register now!
Author Signing: Lauren O'Brien
Lauren O'Brien, author of Tide Bound and Tide Keeper, and the newly released Hexed By The Tide will be in-store signing books!
Past Events
Paper Bag Princess Day
Join us for a drop-in style celebration of The Paper Bag Princess, the beloved children's book from iconic Canadian author Robert Munsch. Crafts, dress-up, colouring, and more available all day. Join us for a reading of The Paper Bag Princess for a chance to win a Munsch prize pack!
Reading of The Paper Bag Princess with Local Authors
10:30am - Deb Campbell
2:30pm - Matt Colby