Books & Brews: A Boozy Book Fair for Grown-Ups
2026-03-26 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Bock’s Family Brewing, 8150 Washington Village Dr, Dayton, OH, 45458, United States
Books & Brews: A Boozy Book Fair for Grown-UpsRemember the pure joy of school book fairs — the posters, the shiny new paperbacks, the erasers you definitely didn’t need? Now imagine all that childhood magic… but with craft beer.
Join us at Bock Family Brewing for Books & Brews: A Boozy Book Fair for Grown-Ups, a one‑day celebration of stories, nostalgia, and good drinks. Whether you’re a casual reader, a die‑hard bookworm, or just here for the pints, this is your new favorite grown‑up field trip.
What to Expect Craft Beer made by our Friends at Bock Family BrewingSip your way through the stacks with your favorite brews, and grab some yummy German cuisine.
Curated Book SelectionBrowse a selection of books from The Cozy Book Nook your favorite local independent bookstore. Fiction, fantasy, romance, nonfiction — there’s something for every kind of reader.
Blind Date with a BookPick a mystery book wrapped with just a few intriguing clues. Who knows what you’ll get.
Bookish MerchStickers, bookmarks, tote bags, and other literary goodies to satisfy your inner kid.
Who Should ComeReaders who love beer
Beer lovers who might read if bribed
Adults who miss the Scholastic Book Fair energy
Anyone looking for a fun, quirky weeknight outing
Event Details Date: 3/26/26 Time: 4-7pm Location: Bock Family Brewing 8150 Washington Village Dr, Dayton, OH 45458 Admission: Free
Why You’ll Love ItIt’s the perfect blend of cozy book‑nerd culture and brewery hangout vibes. Come discover new reads, support local businesses, and enjoy a pint (or two) while you browse.

April Traditional Book Club!
2026-04-03 18:00 - 20:00 | The Cozy Book Nook, 1400 East 3rd St., Dayton, OH, 45403, United States
Join us Friday April 3rd 6:00pm-8:00pm as we discuss “The Elsewhere Express” by Samantha Sotto Yambao!

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You can’t buy a ticket for the Elsewhere Express. Appearing only to those whose lives are adrift, it’s a magical train seeming to carry very rare and special cargo: a sense of purpose, peace, and belonging.
Raya is one of those lost souls. She had dreamed of being a songwriter, but when her brother died, she gave up on her dream and started living his instead.
One day on the subway, as her thoughts wander, she’s swept off to the Elsewhere Express. There she meets Q, an intriguing artist who, like her, has lost his place in the world.
Together they find a train full of wonders, from a boarding car that’s also a meadow to a dining car where passengers can picnic on lily pads to a bar where jellyfish and whales swim through pink clouds.
Over the course of their long, strange night on the train, they also discover that it harbors secrets—and danger: A mysterious stranger has stowed away and brought with him a dark, malignant magic that threatens to destroy the train.
But in investigating the stowaway’s identity, Raya also finds herself drawing closer to the ultimate question: What is her life’s true purpose—and is it a destination the Elsewhere Express can take her to?

Marisa Churchill (Top Chef Competitor, Author) Book Signing!
2026-04-08 17:30 - 19:30 | The Cozy Book Nook, 1400 East 3rd St., Dayton, OH, 45403, United States
Join us Wednesday April 8, 2026 as “Top Chef” Competitor and author, Marisa Churchill signs copy of her book, “Secrets, Spells, and Chocolate”!
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About the Author:
Marisa Churchill spent a decade of her career working in some of San Francisco’s most notable restaurants (The Slanted Door, Rubicon, LuLu). She was called “one of the city’s top pastry chefs,” by Michael Bauer, former head food critic of the San Francisco Chronicle. She was a competitor on Top Chef season two, and competed multiple times on Food Network Challenge, where she took first or second place in every challenge. She is the author of two cookbooks Sweet & Skinny and My Sweet & Skinny Life. Her recipes have appeared in numerous culinary publications, from Food & Wine to Epicurious. Her recipes have also been featured in Oprah.com, Women’s Health, and on numerous TV shows: The Talk, Access Hollywood, Hallmark’s Home & Family, and more. Marisa currently writes for Eater and does recipe development for Delish. She’s a member of SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators). When she isn’t cooking, she’s usually busy whipping up fun new plots.
About the Book:
Sylvie Jones has been dreaming of attending her mom’s alma mater, Brindille School of Culinary Arts and Magic, since she was old enough to reach the stove. Unfortunately, her last name has a horrible stain on it, something that could destroy her dream. So when Sylvie is given the chance to prove her skills and put an end to the rumors that her mother cheated her way to victory at the most prestigious magical cooking competition, The Golden Whisk, she takes it.
But the opportunity may not be all that it’s cracked up to be. If Sylvie truly wants to make her own mark and earn a place at Brindille, she needs to uncover the truth about what happened all those years ago. But some will go to great lengths to ensure Sylvie fails, and she soon finds herself tangled in a web of deceit.
With the unlikely help of frenemy Georgia Shaw and rising-star student Flora Jackson, Sylvie must find a way to get to The Golden Whisk All-Stars competition and uncover the past before time runs out. Will she be able to redeem her family’s name and save her future, or will it all end in burned butter and broken dreams?

Book Glow-Up Workshop
2026-04-18 12:00 - 16:00 | The Cozy Book Nook, 1400 East 3rd St., Dayton, OH, 45403, United States
Step into a world where stories shimmer and book covers sparkle like enchanted treasures. At our Book Glow-Up Workshop, imagination takes flight as you transform an ordinary book into a glittering masterpiece fit for a fairy tale library. With twinkling gems, magical colors, and whimsical embellishments, you’ll craft a cover that feels plucked from a storybook realm. Whether you’re a dreamer, a doodler, or a full‑fledged crafting wizard, this enchanting workshop invites you to play, create, and let your inner sparkle shine. Leave with a book that doesn’t just tell a story—it glows with one.

We’re back by popular demand with more bedazzling. This time it’s open to any and all adults and teens
The ticket price includes everything you need to make your book sparkle and shine. You will be able to take the bedazzle kit home with you to complete any work you couldn’t during the 2-hour event. Bring your favorite book to bedazzle or pick up a book in store before the event starts.

Coffee, tea, and water will be provided.

You will also receive $5 in store credit to be used in store on the day of the event.

Don’t miss out on the fun and laughter. See you there!

Here’s the links to buy tickets…Group 1 is 12pm-2pm: https://thecozybooknookdayton.square.site/…/GM7EY7CNRVW…

Group 2 is 2:30pm-4:30pm: https://thecozybooknookdayton.square.site/…/5JMAIWCEQ7G…

Tickets are non-refundable
