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Romance Lovers: Books, Bites, and Bevys!
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About This Event
Join us for a Books, Bites + Bevys Tasting Event (Romance Lovers Edition) On-the-Road at Patina Wine Bar in Park Ridge on Sunday, August 9th, from 11-1 pm! PRE-READING IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT…
Local Chicago (+ Chicagoland!) Romance Readers, Wine Enthusiasts & Foodies can taste an assortment of wines & small plates inspired by the flavors of characters, plots & settings from each of our love-inspired reading recommendations (think: Historical + Contemporary + Cozy Romance, Romantasy & more - all swoony stories for every taste: mild to spicy!) then stick around to shop our curated collection of books & small business pairings that also compliment the featured stories.
BOOKISH BONUS: Guests will get a FREE TAKE-AWAY GIFT too!
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About the Venue
Patina Wine Bar
Presented by New Book Joy - Edgebrook
112 S. Prospect Avenue
Park Ridge, IL 60068
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