10/10/26 Books & Brushstrokes: October Book Club 10:00 AM

📚🕯️ Books & Brushstrokes: October Book Club 🕯️📚

 Bound by Stories

🗓️ Saturday, October 10th | 10:00 AM

📍 Princeton Hammer & Stain – 851 Mercer Street, Princeton, WV 24740

💲 $30 per person

There’s something magical about October…

The crisp autumn air. Flickering candlelight. Stories that linger long after the final page. Cozy gatherings with fellow readers. The quiet joy of creating something beautiful by hand.

This October, we’re inviting you to step into a world where modern suspense meets timeless Gothic literature for one of our most immersive Books & Brushstrokes experiences yet.

Whether you’re joining us for the book discussion, the creativity, or simply the atmosphere, prepare for an unforgettable literary experience designed especially for those who believe there’s nothing better than getting lost in a great story.

📖 October Book Pick

 Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

This October, we’ll gather to discuss Alice Hoffman’s beloved novel Practical Magic—a beautifully written story of sisters, family, love, and the extraordinary magic found in ordinary life.

Warm, whimsical, and perfect for autumn, this timeless favorite reminds us that some of the greatest magic comes from the people we love and the traditions we create together.

Come ready to share your favorite moments, memorable characters, and the little bits of magic that stayed with you long after you turned the final page.

📚 Books Available Locally

Copies of this month’s selection are available at The Hatter’s Bookshop. Be sure to grab your copy before we meet!

📚 October Creative Experience

This month, we’re doing something we’ve never done before…

Learn the timeless art of hand bookbinding as you create your own bound edition of Edgar Allan Poe’s haunting masterpiece:

The Tell-Tale Heart

We’ll guide you through the traditional process of stitching together your own keepsake book before creating a beautiful handcrafted cover inspired by classic Gothic literature and the cozy elegance of autumn.

No experience is necessary. This beginner-friendly experience is perfect for anyone who loves books, creativity, and learning something new.

Your finished book will become a treasured keepsake and a beautiful addition to your home library.

🕯️ An Immersive Literary Experience

As our books begin to take shape, we’ll gather together for a dramatic reading of The Tell-Tale Heart, allowing Poe’s unforgettable words to come alive while we continue binding our books.

Surrounded by candlelight, warm autumn florals, and the comforting aromas of the season, you’ll experience one of literature’s most iconic stories in a way that simply can’t be recreated on the page alone.

☕ Your Experience Includes

📖 A welcoming discussion of Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

📚 Step-by-step instruction in the art of traditional hand bookbinding

🖤 Your own handcrafted edition of The Tell-Tale Heart

🎨 A custom-designed literary-inspired book cover

🕯️ A dramatic reading of Edgar Allan Poe’s classic tale

🍂 Our cozy Midnight Tea Table featuring delicious autumn treats, coffee, tea, cider, and seasonal refreshments

🤍 A relaxed and memorable experience filled with creativity, conversation, and community

📌 Please Note

Due to the preparation and customization required for this specialty experience, all registrations are non-refundable.

This October, join us as we stitch pages together, immerse ourselves in unforgettable stories, and celebrate the magic of the season through books, creativity, and community.

We can’t wait to share this special experience with you. 🖤📚🍂