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Oct22
journaling workshop at about time bookstore
PastWorkshopLibertyville, IL

Journaling Workshop with Meg Runyan Studios

6:30 PM • Thursday, October 22, 2026About Time Bookstore$30

Join us at About Time Bookstore for a guided journaling workshop where Meg Runyan Studios will lead you through 3 journaling styles You’ve read the articles and blog posts about how good journaling is for your mental health, but you’re still not sure it’s for you, if it will really work or if you’re even doing it right. Join us at About Time Bookstore for a guided journaling workshop where Meg Runyan will lead you through 3 different styles of journaling. You’ll get to experience each style for yourself in real time. (And don’t worry, Meg won’t ask anyone to share what they’ve written.) This is NOT a writing class. It’s a space to explore and try something new. Bring your own pad of paper, notebook, loose printer paper, or journal- whatever you got will work! Bring your favorite pen or the one floating around your purse. No need for perfection here.

Oct20
spooky night out
PastAdult BeveragesHorrorLibertyville, IL

Halloween Party: Pumpkin Decorating & Spooky Book Recs

6:00 PM • Tuesday, October 20, 2026About Time Bookstore$30

Join About Time Bookstore, Book Influencer Jan Agaton, & Alison Crafts for a Spooky Craft Night! We love spooky season at About Time Bookstore, and this year, we’re making it extra crafty! Join us for a fun-filled Halloween Craft Night as we team up with book influencer Jan Agaton and Alison Crafts for an evening of creativity, costumes, books, and spooky vibes. Get into the Halloween spirit with: Pumpkin Painting: Get creative and design your very own spooky (or silly!) pumpkin. Costume Contest: Come dressed to impress and show off your Halloween spirit! Spooky Book Recommendations with Jan Agaton: Discover your next creepy, mysterious, or delightfully haunting read. Movie Marathon: We’ll have a spooky movie playing throughout the evening to set the perfect Halloween mood. Light Refreshments: Enjoy some snacks and refreshments while you craft and mingle. Whether you’re a Halloween enthusiast, a craft lover, a bookworm, or just looking for a fun night out, come celebrate spooky season with us at About Time Bookstore! Grab your favorite costume, bring your creativity, and get ready for a hauntingly good night!

Oct17
book release party
PastBook SigningParentingLibertyville, IL

Book Launch Party - The Postpartum Check-in by Dr. Alexandra MacKillop

10:00 AM • Saturday, October 17, 2026Frunchroom CollectiveFree

Join us for the book release party for The Postpartum Check-in by Dr. Alexandra MacKillop at the Frunchroom Collective. Bring a friend and come enjoy conversation, Q&A and a cup of coffee or tea. About Time Bookstore will have copies for sale throughout the event Dr. Alexandra MacKillop is a functional medicine doctor, women’s health expert, and author. Join her on October 13th to learn what’s normal postpartum, what’s not, and how to advocate for the care you deserve.

Oct12
authorevent
PastAdult BeveragesThrillerLibertyville, IL

Elle Cosimano & Hannah Morrissey - Home for the Homicides Author Event

6:30 PM • Monday, October 12, 2026O'Toole's Libertyville$45

About Time Bookstore is excited to bring you Elle Cosimano & Hannah Morrissey on October 12th at 6:30 PM! Join us at O'Toole's Libertyville for an event with New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors, Elle Cosimano and Hannah Morrissey to celebrate the release of their new cozy mystery / romantic comedy, Home for the Homicides! Your Ticket Includes: Entry to the author conversation One drink ticket A hardcover copy of Home for the Homicides A photo opp and signing line The authors will have a meet and greet photo opportunity after the discussion. Home for the Homicides books will be pre-signed but you can get them personalized if you wish. Other books by Elle and Hannah will also be available to be ordered and picked up at the event. Each attendee can bring 2 books per author from home for signing. There will be additional signed stock of books authored by Elle and Hannah for purchase at the event. 6:00 PM: Doors Open – Grab your book, get your drinks, get settled in and ready for the discussion. 6:30 PM: Discussion Begins – Elle and Hannah will dive into Home for the Homicides. 7:15 PM: Q&A Session – Your chance to ask the authors your burning questions about their books. 7:30 PM: Personalization's, Snapping Pics, and Salutations – Meet Elle and Hannah, get your books personalized, and snap a photo! 8:30 PM: Event Wraps Up – Thanks for joining us!

Oct1
Story Time with Rush Kids Pediatric
PastKidsJuvenile FictionLibertyville, IL

Story Time & Craft with Rush Kids Pediatric Therapy

6:00 PM • Thursday, October 1, 2026About Time BookstoreFree

Presenting a story time and craft by occupational therapists promoting resilience, self-regulation, and mindfulness for all ages! Free of charge & Take home craft included! All ages welcome. Parent/Guardian presence required for duration of event. Hosted by About Time Bookstore in collaboration with RUSH Kids Pediatric Therapy - Libertyville! Agenda: 6 PM Arrival 6:15 PM Story Time: A Little Scribble Spot: A Story about Colorful Emotions By Diane Alber 6:30-7:15PM: Craft Your free ticket counts for one child (adults do not need a ticket). If you plan to bring more then one child, please get a ticket for each.

Sep29
threshing day release party
PastCommunity EventRomantasyLibertyville, IL

Threshing Day Breakfast Book Release Party

8:00 AM • Tuesday, September 29, 2026About Time Bookstore$40

Join us as we celebrate the highly anticipated release of Rebecca Yarro's Threshing Day: (Wing and Claw Collection) Empyrean series Let's celebrate the release of Threshing Day by Rebecca Yarros with a morning release party! We’ll have coffee and bagels, stickers, books, and more! You do not need to stay the full 2 hours (unless you want to) - come to mingle, get some food, and grab your book before heading out for the day! Ticket options: General Admission without a copy of the book: $10.00 (this is a great option for anyone who has already placed their pre-order through us for the book!) General Admission with a copy of the book: $37.18 (this includes your book with tax and the event goodies) **Rebecca Yarros will NOT be in attendance

Sep17
Stitch Break Studio Workshop
PastCraftArtLibertyville, IL

Beginner Needlepoint Bookmark Class with Stitch Break Studio

6:00 PM • Thursday, September 17, 2026About Time Bookstore$65

Join Jenna from Stitch Break Studio as we host a beginner-friendly needlepoint class designed to help people unplug, create, and connect! Have you ever wanted to try needlepoint but weren’t sure where to start? Join us on September 17th as Jenna guides you through a beginner-friendly bookmark project that you’ll take home with you! Each class is all-inclusive, with everything you need to get started: a printed canvas, threads, needle, stitch guide, and project bag. You’ll leave with a started piece and new needlepoint skills, making this the perfect creative night out for beginners. Spots are limited to keep the experience intimate and hands-on. Come stitch, sip, and relax with us for a cozy evening of creativity!

Sep9
slow productivity
PastCommunity EventSelf-HelpLibertyville, IL

Slow Productivity: Book Discussion & Workshop at About Time Bookstore

6:00 PM • Wednesday, September 9, 2026About Time Bookstore$20

Join us for a book discussion and workshop led by Workflows by Ronna on the lost art of accomplishment without burnout! September brings a new season, a return to our regular routines, and a chance to reset before the busy holiday season arrives! Ronna Belinky, founder of Workflows by Ronna, will be leading a book discussion and workshop on the New York Times Bestselling book, Slow Productivity by Cal Newport. Ronna will lead a one-hour interactive discussion on her favorite Cal Newport philosophies that drive her personal productivity processes and her own small business, through which she teaches workshops, groups and individuals personal planning, task management and time-management skills. We’ll wrap up with a Q&A, giving you the opportunity to ask Ronna questions and walk away with actionable ideas you can put into practice. You do not need to have finished the book to attend! Just bring yourself, a pen, and paper for taking notes—and get ready to start the season feeling a little more organized and intentional.

Sep8
Sensoria Boo Launch Event
PastBook ReleaseNatureLibertyville, IL

Book Launch Event: Sensoria by Humans & Nature Press

6:00 PM • Tuesday, September 8, 2026About Time Bookstore$5

Join About Time Bookstore and the Center for Humans & Nature for the book launch of Sensoria. Sensoria, a stunning gathering of creative nonfiction, and research, and poetry from Humans & Nature Press. Join us for an evening with Humans & Nature Press, as we celebrate and discuss their newest book. Sensoria will broaden the moral imaginations of its readers and challenge conventional worldviews about human relations to the nonhuman world. After a conversation, reading, and Q&A with the Humans & Nature Press team, including co-editor Gavin Van Horn and local writers from Sensoria, we will mingle and they will be signing books. Refreshments will be available for all and books will be for purchase if you choose not to purchase a ticket with a copy of the book included.

Aug26
bookclub
PastBook ClubLibertyville, IL

Real Talk Book Club: Communion by Bell Hooks

6:00 PM • Wednesday, August 26, 2026About Time BookstoreFree

Join us for our Real Talk Nonfiction book club as we discuss Communion by Bell Hooks.Intimate, revealing, provocative, Communion challenges every woman to courageously claim the search for love as the heroic journey we must all choose to be truly free. In her trademark commanding and lucid language, hooks explores the ways ideas about women and love were changed by the feminist movement, by women's full participation in the workforce, and by the culture of self-help, and reveals how women of all ages can bring love into every aspect of their lives, for all the years of their lives.Communion is the heart-to-heart talk every woman -- mother, daughter, friend, and lover -- needs to have.

Aug20
bookstoreworkout
PastAuthor EventLibertyville, IL

Abs, Butts, and Good Reads with Black Cat Yoga

6:30 PM • Thursday, August 20, 2026About Time Bookstore$30

Add a little spice to your week!Join Erin, owner of Black Cat Yoga, for one of her favorite workout classes focused on your butt + gut! After we groan, sweat and burn, we’ll spend some time connecting as we browse a curated selection of our favorite spicy reads. From bodice rippers to dragon slaying adventures, it will be night full of butts, guts and of course… good reads!Please bring a yoga mat.

Aug13
PastBook ClubLibertyville, IL

Silent Book Club Libertyville

6:00 PM • Thursday, August 13, 2026About Time BookstoreFree

Join us at About Time Bookstore for our August Silent Book Club!Looking for a relaxing way to spend your Thursday evening? Join us for Silent Book Club Libertyville at our favorite local indie bookstore, About Time Bookstore!Whether you're halfway through a fantasy series, finally starting that romance everyone's talking about, diving into nonfiction, or bringing your Kindle, this is your chance to unplug, slow down, and enjoy dedicated reading time surrounded by fellow book lovers.No assigned books. No required discussion. No pressure.Just bring whatever you're currently reading, find a cozy spot in the bookstore, and enjoy a peaceful evening with a community of readers.How the evening works:📚 Arrive between 6:00–6:30 PM, browse the bookstore, meet some bookish local friends, and settle in.📖 We'll spend an hour reading quietly together.💛 After reading, you're welcome to stay and chat, keep browsing About Time's amazing selection of books, swap book recommendations, check out the physical book swap —or head home if that's more your style!Whether you're coming solo or bringing a friend, Silent Book Club is designed to be welcoming, low-key, and perfect for readers of every genre.What to bring:Your current book, Kindle, audiobook, or reading material of choiceA book (or two, three, etc.) that you would want to swap! (not required)Feel free to bring any snacks/drinks just keep in mind we try our best to be silent for the reading hour!Location:📍 About Time Bookstore528 N Milwaukee Ave.Libertyville, ILWe can't wait to spend another evening reading with you. See you on August 13! 📖✨

Aug12
PastAuthor EventLibertyville, IL

Admin Night with Melissa Tydell

6:00 PM • Wednesday, August 12, 2026About Time BookstoreFree

Join About Time Bookstore & Melissa Tydell for a "check it off your to-do list" night!Wanting to tackle your never ending to-do list but struggling to find the time? SAME!Join us at About Time Bookstore on August 12th from 6-7:30 pm as we host an "Admin Night" alongside local Faye Family Advisor, Melissa Tydell.What is an Admin Night? A low-pressure gathering to check off items on your to-do list, and enjoy some friendly accountability and motivation, refreshments, and good music! Think of this as a social, less stressful way to turn your boring tasks into a fun night out.What to do during Admin Night? Aim for 2-3 realistic things you can check off your list during the event. Examples:Book a flightApply for jobsUpdate your resumePay billsOrganize and respond to your emailsDeclutter filesResearch an upcoming tripBuild a vision boardUnsubscribe from spam emails and cancel subscriptions you don't useCreate a packing listUpdate your online dating profile& whatever else you've been wanting to get to but haven't made the timeLet's turn these boring tasks into something you can enjoy. Bring yourself and whatever you need to check items off your list (laptop, notebook, book, etc.). We will provide the food and drinks, music, and motivation! Plus, every attendee will head home with a notepad from Faye to keep the momentum going.

Jun30
Timebound Tales Historical Fiction Book Club:
PastBook ClubFictionLibertyville, IL

Timebound Tales Historical Fiction Book Club: The Lilac People by Milo Todd

6:00 PM • Tuesday, June 30, 2026About Time BookstoreFree

Timebound Tales Historical Fiction Book Club: The Lilac People by Milo Todd Join us for our FREE historical fiction book club as we discuss The Lilac People by Milo Todd. Bertie is a trans man working at Berlin's Institute for Sexual Science during the last years of the Weimar Republic, where he and his community have found something rare: safety. When Hitler rises, that safety vanishes overnight, and Bertie and his girlfriend Sofie flee to a rural farm and live under false identities for over a decade. In the war's final days, they take in a young trans man found collapsed on their property still wearing his prison clothes, and discover that Allied liberation does not mean safety for everyone.

Jun25
70's chicagoland rock concerts
PastBook SigningMusicLibertyville, IL

'70s Chicagoland Rock Concerts - Author Discussion & Book Signing

6:30 PM • Thursday, June 25, 2026About Time BookstoreFree

'70s Chicagoland Rock Concerts - Author Discussion & Book Signing Join authors Mark Plotnick and Jim Summaria as they discuss their book '70s Chicagoland Rock Concerts Step into the electric energy of 1970s Chicago—when legendary bands ruled the stage and every concert felt like history in the making. Join us for a one-of-a-kind evening with local authors Mark Plotnick and Jim Summaria as they bring those unforgettable nights to life through stories, photos, and behind-the-scenes moments from their book, '70s Chicagoland Rock Concerts. After a lively conversation and Q&A with the authors, we’ll open up a signing line so you can meet them and get your copy signed. Admission is free, and copies of the book will be available at the event for purchase.

Jun11
Diaspora
PastAuthor EventPoetryLibertyville, IL

Poetry Book Launch Party: Sheri Reda

6:00 PM • Thursday, June 11, 2026About Time BookstoreFree

Join author Sheri Reda as she discusses her newest book of poetry, Diaspora Join us for an evening with Chicago Author Sheri Reda as she discusses her newest book of poetry, Diaspora. After a conversation, Poetry reading, and Q&A with the author, we will mingle and Sheri will be signing books. Free ticket without a copy of the book. We will have Sheri's books for sale if you wish to purchase at the event

Jun9
Harvest Season
PastBook ReleaseRomantasyLibertyville, IL

Harvest Season Release Day Party Book Release Party SOLD OUT!!

6:00 PM • Tuesday, June 9, 2026About Time BookstoreFree

Join us as we celebrate the highly anticipated release of local author Brynne Weaver's second book in the Seasons of Carnage trilogy! Join us on Tuesday, June 9th from 6:00pm-7:30pm as we celebrate the release of Harvest Season by local Libertyville author Brynne Weaver. We’ll have drinks, raffle prizes, mystery solving game (complete with clues and suspect profiles), stickers, signed books, and more! Your ticket includes one signed hardcover copy of Harvest Season, an additional exclusive collectible illustrated hardcover book, drinks, activities, a Welcome to Cape Carnage pamphlet, a wordsearch game, a set of two unique postcards, and an exclusive set of character cards by Jemlin. Space is limited, so make sure to secure your spot! **Brynne Weaver will NOT be in attendance Date: Tue, 6/9/2026 Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm Place: About Time Bookstore 528 North Milwaukee Avenue Libertyville, IL 60048-2019 Get Ticketsto Harvest Season Release Day Party Book Release Party

Jun6
storytime with miss lisa
PastStory TimePicture BooksLibertyville, IL

Children's Story Time with Miss Lisa Story Time

10:30 AM • Saturday, June 6, 2026About Time BookstoreFree

About Time Bookstore: Story Time & Craft Event with Miss Lisa (Local PreSchool Teacher) Date: June 6th (Date change! Was originally 5/21) Time: 10:30 AM Cost: $0.00 Join us for a story time and craft event with Miss Lisa on May 21st! She will be reading "Ruby Finds A Worry" by Tom Percival and leading a craft based on the book. All ages welcome! This book and craft are a fun experience for adults as well and we will be encouraging everyone to partake in the fun! Free and open to all - share with friends and family!

Jun3
One Day Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El Akkad.
PastBook ClubNon-FictionLibertyville, IL

Real Talk Non-Fiction Book Club: One Day Everyone Will Always Have Been Against This by Omar El Akkad

6:00 PM • Wednesday, June 3, 2026About Time BookstoreFree

Join us for our FREE Non-Fiction book club as we discuss: One Day Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El Akkad. On October 25, 2023, three weeks into the bombardment of Gaza, Omar El Akkad posted a tweet that was viewed more than ten million times: "One day, when it's safe, when there's no personal downside to calling a thing what it is, when it's too late to hold anyone accountable, everyone will have always been against this." This book is his reckoning with what that sentence means: a memoir and moral argument about growing up believing in the Western project, reporting on its failures from Ferguson to Gaza, and arriving at the conclusion that the West has never intended to treat certain groups of human beings as fully human. The National Book Award winner for nonfiction, from the author of American War.

May19
green gold book cover
PastAuthor EventHistoryLibertyville, IL

Monique Parsons - Green Gold: The Avocado's Remarkable Journey from Humble Superfood to Toast of a Nation

7:00 PM • Tuesday, May 19, 2026About Time BookstoreFree

About Time Bookstore will be at the Vernon Area Library for the Author Event with Monique Parsons! Monique will discuss her book Green Gold: The Avocado's Remarkable Journey from Humble Superfood to Toast of a Nation. Followed by a book signing. This is a free event! We will have a table set up so you can purchase a copy of the book.