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Upcoming Events
Multiple DatesThu, Mar 06Butter and BeanOpen to all, this is primarily a space for queer folks to meet other people in the community and share their love of reading by diving into books that explore the queer identity!
Multiple DatesTue, Mar 11Read Rose BooksThis book club is for those who are just getting into and those who already love spicy romance books. We will share thoughts, our favorite romance tropes, and love for the books over snacks and drinks. Expect lots of laughter, crying over ridiculous characters, and charcuterie.
Multiple DatesSun, Apr 13The Hollinger HouseEscape to the serene and historic Hollinger House in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, for a cozy reading retreat! Unwind in a peaceful setting with plenty of time to dive into your favorite books, relax in lush surroundings, and enjoy rejuvenating activities. A weekend of literary bliss awaits!
Multiple DatesSat, Feb 15Read Rose BooksCozy up with your special someone this Valentine’s Day for a charming evening at Read Rose Books! Enjoy wine, a fun scavenger hunt, and the perfect ambiance to celebrate love and literature.
Sun, Jan 12The Hollinger HouseThis retreat will be a special event like no other! Enjoy all of your favorite parts of our reading retreats plus so much more!
Fri, Nov 01Read Rose BooksEmpowerment through poetry and spoken word- Step up to the mic, and together, we break the silence.
Fri, Oct 25Read Rose BooksPlease join us and the Millersville University English Club for an evening of poetry, community, and snacks.
Sun, Oct 06The Hollinger HouseWe, at Read Rose Books, are excited to host another Reading Retreat at the historic Hollinger House in Lancaster, PA. This time with a twist! We will be focusing our activities on mystery books! Bring a thriller, sleuth the scavenger hunt, and ace our trivia questions!
Fri, Oct 04Read Rose BooksJoin us on October's First Friday for some witch crafts! We will have all the materials you need!
Tue, Sep 24Read Rose BooksJoin us for a story hour with the authors of Black Girl, Black Girl, Ali Kamanda and Jorge Redmond!
Sat, Sep 14Visitor CenterCelebrate Welcoming Week with a FREE community reading from Read Rose Books at the Lancaster City Welcome Center! The event is located on the second floor and all are welcome to join.
Wed, Sep 04Read Rose BooksA Conversation with Historian Lindsay Chervinsky about her upcoming book, "Making the Presidency: John Adams and the Precedents That Forged the Republic."
Sat, Aug 17Read Rose BooksBookstore Romance Day is a celebration of Romance fiction, its writers and readers that takes place in independent bookstores on the third Saturday in August. Join us on August 17th!
Tue, Jul 30Butter and BeanBring a book, enjoy a little treat, and hang out at Butter and Bean! Enjoy being social without having to talk to anyone!
Fri, Jul 05Read Rose BooksThe bookstore is having it's fourth anniversary and we are so excited to celebrate!
Sun, Jun 09The Hollinger HouseWe are happy to say that for the fourth time, the Read Rose Books Reading Retreat will be held at the historic Hollinger House in Lancaster, PA. All are invited to spend a relaxing Summer's day reading their favorite books, making bookish crafts, and exploring the estate.
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