Washington, DC

East City Bookshop

Since our opening on April 30, 2016, East City Bookshop has become a gathering place for book lovers of all ages. It's a place to talk about books and ideas, to learn something new, or to revisit something you once knew well. By offering author events, book clubs, other community events, we want to connect you with the books and ideas you want and need... and some that maybe you didn't even know you wanted and needed. We also have a selection of toys, gifts, art supplies, and bookish items that we think would make a special treat for yourself or for someone you like a whole lot. Our mission is to provide friendly and warm service, community-oriented events, and support for the literary arts at every reading level.

Upcoming Events

Oct28

Author EventHistorical fictionWashington, DC

Hybrid Event: The Tulip Poplars, Silas House with Nicholas A. Brown-Cáceres

7:00 PM • Wednesday, October 28, 2026East City BookshopFree

East City Bookshop welcomes Silas House to discuss his book, The Tulip Poplars, in conversation with Nicholas A. Brown-Cáceres. Note on Format: This hybrid event will have both an in-person component with limited seating as well as a virtual broadcast via Zoom Webinar. Both in-person and virtual attendees will be able to pose questions to the author during audience Q&A. Pre-order your copy of The Tulip Poplars for the event in Eventbrite check-out as an add-on to your ticket.

Nov7

Story TimePicture BooksWashington, DC

In-Store Storytime: Pat Tanumihardja, Kind Little Bao & Fried Rice Surprise

11:30 AM • Saturday, November 7, 2026East City BookshopFree

East City Bookshop welcomes Pat Tanumihardja for a storytime featuring her two new books, FRIED RICE SURPRISE and KIND LITTLE BAO! Join us for a delicious double storytime featuring Pat's two tasty new picture books! The event will feature a reading of the books, a Q&A, and a book signing. Note on Format: This event is in-store only. Preorder your copies of Kind Little Bao and Fried Rice Surprise in Eventbrite checkout as an add-on to your ticket.

Nov10

Author EventRomanceWashington, DC

Hybrid Event: Crash Into You, Simone Soltani

7:00 PM • Tuesday, November 10, 2026East City BookshopFree

East City Bookshop welcomes Simone Soltani to discuss her book, Crash Into You, in conversation with Annie Crown. Note on Format: This hybrid event will have both an in-person component with limited seating as well as a virtual broadcast via Zoom Webinar. Both in-person and virtual attendees will be able to pose questions to the author during audience Q&A. Pre-order your copy of Crash Into You for the event in Eventbrite check-out as an add-on to your ticket.

Nov12

Author EventFictionWashington, DC

Hybrid Author Event: The Squatters, Saba Brelvi

7:00 PM • Thursday, November 12, 2026East City BookshopFree

East City Bookshop welcomes Saba Brelvi to discuss her book, The Squatters. Note on Format: This hybrid event will have both an in-person component with limited seating as well as a virtual broadcast via Zoom Webinar. Both in-person and virtual attendees will be able to pose questions to the author during audience Q&A. Pre-order your copy of The Squatters for the event in Eventbrite check-out as an add-on to your ticket.

Nov14

Author EventElementaryWashington, DC

In-Store Author Event: Super Pancake and the Mystery of the Missing Egg

11:30 AM • Saturday, November 14, 2026East City BookshopFree

East City Bookshop welcomes Megan Wagner Lloyd and Abhi Alwar to celebrate their new book, SUPER PANCAKE AND THE MYSTERY OF THE MISSING EGG! Note on Format: This event is in-store only. The event will feature a reading from the book, a drawing demonstration and activity, a Q&A portion, and a book signing! Preorder your copy of Super Pancake and the Mystery of the Missing Egg in Eventbrite checkout as an add-on to your ticket.

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