Exciting Events at Middle Ground Books & Gifts
Welcome to the events page at Middle Ground Books & Gifts, where book lovers, community members, and authors come together for unforgettable experiences. From author signings and book launches to workshops, reading groups, and special-themed nights, there’s always something happening at our store. Explore our upcoming literary events, book club meetings, and creative workshops, all designed to inspire and connect readers of every genre.
Join us at Middle Ground Books & Gifts for an enriching experience you won’t want to miss!
Second Breakfast Club
Join us for a discussion of The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan and try delicious recipes.
Meal is free will donation!
Horror Book Club
Interested in spooky books? Join us as we read and discuss horror books.
Our August book club pick is Japanese Gothic by Kylie Lee Baker.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy!
Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Page to Screen Book Club
Join us as we read and discuss book to movie adaptations.
In August we will be discussing Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Alien Worlds Book Club
Love UFOs and unexplained mysteries? Join us as we discuss books featuring the alien worlds.
August’s book club pick is Exo by Colin Brush
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Mysterious Mystery Book Club
Love a twisty mystery? Join us as we read and discuss mystery books.
August’s book club pick is Poppy Montgomery Gets Even by Gordon Jack.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Fantasy Book Club
Love the fantastical, magical, and otherworldly? Join us as we read and discuss fantasy/scifi books.
August’s book club pick is The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by S. A. Chakraborty.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Dungeon Crawler Carl Lit Group
Join us as we read and discuss all things Dungeon Crawler Carl.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Bookshop.org
Dungeon Crawler Carl Lit Group
Join us as we read and discuss all things Dungeon Crawler Carl.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Bookshop.org
Author Event: Kerry Moyer & Julie Brin
Join us for an author event featuring Kerry Moyer & Julie Brin.
Fantasy Book Club
Love the fantastical, magical, and otherworldly? Join us as we read and discuss fantasy/scifi books.
July’s book club pick is The Spear Cuts Through Water by Simon Jimenez.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Mysterious Mystery Book Club
Love a twisty mystery? Join us as we read and discuss mystery books.
July’s book club pick is Five by Ilona Bannister.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Alien Worlds Book Club
Love UFOs and unexplained mysteries? Join us as we discuss books featuring the alien worlds.
May’s book club pick is Exo by Colin Brush
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Late Night with Meadowlark
Join us for poetry readings after hours featuring Meadowlark Poets as well as some local student’s work.
Horror Book Club
Interested in spooky books? Join us as we read and discuss horror books.
Our July book club pick is The Bog Wife by Kay Chronister.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Second Breakfast Club
Join us for a discussion of Redwall by Brian Jacques and try delicious recipes from the book.
$13 for the meal. Please sign up and purchase your meal in store prior to the event!
Page to Screen Book Club
Join us as we read and discuss book to movie adaptations.
In July we will be discussing Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Dungeon Crawler Carl Lit Group
Join us as we read and discuss all things Dungeon Crawler Carl.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Bookshop.org
Fantasy Book Club
Love the fantastical, magical, and otherworldly? Join us as we read and discuss fantasy/scifi books.
June’s book club pick is The Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Two Year Anniversary
Come celebrate two years of Middle Ground Books & Gifts on Sunday, June 21st!
Alien Worlds Book Club
Love UFOs and unexplained mysteries? Join us as we discuss books featuring the alien worlds.
June’s book club pick is The Close Encounters Man by Mark O'Connell
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Late Night with Meadowlark
Join us for poetry readings after hours featuring Meadowlark Poets as well as some local student’s work.
Mysterious Mystery Book Club
Love a twisty mystery? Join us as we read and discuss mystery books.
June’s book club pick is The Ending Writes Itself by Evelyn Clarke.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Second Breakfast Club
Join us for a discussion of The Hobbit, and a food fit for a halfling featuring breakfast potatoes, lembas bread, an omelette bar, and of course a good cup of tea!
This is a ticketed event! Purchase your tickets here.
Page to Screen Book Club
Join us as we read and discuss book to movie adaptations.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Horror Book Club
Interested in spooky books? Join us as we read and discuss horror books.
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Late Night with Meadowlark
Join us for poetry readings after hours featuring Meadowlark Poets as well as some local student’s work.
Fantasy Book Club
Love the fantastical, magical, and otherworldly? Join us as we read and discuss fantasy/scifi books.
May’s book club pick is Silvercloak by L.K. Steven
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Mysterious Mystery Book Club
Love a twisty mystery? Join us as we read and discuss mystery books.
May’s book club pick is Strange Buildings by Uketsu
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Alien Worlds Book Club
Love UFOs and unexplained mysteries? Join us as we discuss books featuring the alien worlds.
May’s book club pick is The Close Encounters Man by Mark O'Connell
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Tabletop Tuesday
Join an open game to learn how to play Monster of the Week & enjoy 15% off our TTRPG items.
Indie Bookstore Day
Come see us for sales, giveaways, and a chance to find a Libro.fm golden ticket! More details coming soon!
Want a chance to win a year of free audiobooks?
We’ve partnered with Libro.fm to give one winner 12 free audiobooks on Indie Bookstore Day! Visit our store on Saturday, April 25th to find the hidden Golden Ticket!
Can’t make it to the store?
You can still support our bookstore and get FREE SHIPPING all weekend long on Bookshop.org
Fantasy Book Club
Love the fantastical, magical, and otherworldly? Join us as we read and discuss fantasy/scifi books.
April's book club pick is Vicious by VE Schwab
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Mysterious Mystery Book Club
Love a twisty mystery? Join us as we read and discuss mystery books.
April's book club pick is The Gardeners' Club by Marnie Riches
Buy your book in store from us and get a discount! Call/message the store to reserve a physical copy! Also available on Libro.fm and Bookshop.org
Beer & Beowulf
We will settle down to our bowls and pints and discuss our favorite portions of the story and read some bits aloud. Let us know if you’re joining our ranks. We must secure provisions.
Cost: Free will donation
Late Night with Meadowlark
Join us for poetry readings after hours featuring Meadowlark Poets as well as some local student’s work.
Tabletop Tuesday
Join an open game to learn how to play Monster of the Week & enjoy 15% off our TTRPG items.
