Phoenix Books offers discussion series by authors and experts on issues relevant to our community, like the environment, universal health care, economic development, and education. Events at Phoenix Books are free (unless otherwise indicated), open to the public, and handicapped accessible.
Click on any of the entries in the calendar below for a description. For more information on any of these upcoming events, scroll down. For information on past events, visit our previous events page.
Tree of Knowledge Summer Reading Program at Phoenix Books
Phoenix Books at the Essex Shoppes and Cinema is excited to announce our Tree of Knowledge Summer Reading Program for all of our young customers! Sign-up begins on June 19th, but feel free to join throughout the summer.
Over the summer, participants are encouraged to visit Phoenix Books. While visiting, they'll be given a “leaf” on which they'll document their latest read. Leaves will be attached to our in-store Tree of Knowledge. Readers help the Tree "grow" all summer long by reading books and gaining new knowledge! On August 28th, we'll have an in-store celebration!
Our reading program is designed to be laid back, fun, and free of competition. It will run from mid-June through the end of August. Suggested age range is (entering) K-8.
Summer Songwriters' Show (Summer Concert Series)
Rachel Hamilton is a native Vermonter who's been singing and writing music for over 30 years. "I come from a large family," she says, "and have found a lot of inspiration to write and tell stories about from all the years in a small space with many people. I love the way music brings people from many different backgrounds together. Nothing tells me all things are possible like music does - it's simply magical." Keep an eye out for her soon-to-be-released CD, Better Days Here and Now, and book, Better Days.
Carol Ann Jones is a singer/songwriter, native Vermonter and farmer living with her family in Georgia, VT. Her debut album Out of the Blue was released in 2009. She writes songs about her own experiences and for her friends & family. She performs regularly with her band The Superchargers but also enjoys playing solo for intimate crowds. Her song "All About the Wheels" was aired on national radio on NPR's Car Talk and is played regularly on Farm Fresh Radio 102.9fm, along with "Goin' To Hell With My Handbag."
Rebecca Padula has performed throughout New England at coffeehouses, bars, events, festivals, and weddings.She performs solo as a singer and guitarist, with the Rebecca Padula Band, and most recently as part of the roots music duo Rik & Bec with multi-instrumentalist Rik Palieri. Rebecca holds a double degree in music and journalism from St. Michael's College. She has penned more than 40 original songs and released 3 independent albums, is a documentary filmmaker, and an advocate for media literacy and free speech. Since January 2004, she has been producer/director of The Instant Coffeehouse, a monthly public access TV program that showcases contemporary singer-songwriters.
Thursday, July 29th at 6:00 pm
Phoenix Writing Group
Join us for the next meeting of the Phoenix Writing Group! This group is intended to support efforts by writers in all genres and all levels of expertise, from beginner to published. Participants were invited to bring a sample of their original work for reading and discussion, as well as a favorite piece to read and share with the group. Nothing is required, though, and the event is free and open to the public.
Toad Cottages and Shooting Stars (Summer Fun Days)
Create and inspire wonderment in nature with easy-to-do activities. Suggested ages: K through Grade 3
Summer fun begins with a great book! Join us in our Café to take part in fun activities each week this August. We’ve hand-picked an adventurous selection of kids activity books that will inspire young minds and create lasting memories.
Wednesday, August 4th from 6:00-8:00 pm
Phoenix Books Open Mic Night
Check out the local talent at your local, independent bookstore! Want to be the local talent? Phoenix is currently seeking currently seeking poets, musicians, singers, storytellers, and comics for this date. Call 872-7111 to sign up. Phoenix Open Mic Nights take place on the first Wednesday of each month, from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Tuesday, August 10th at 10:00 am
Nature Story Time (Summer Fun Days)
Listen to and enjoy nature-inspired stories with your little ones. Suggested ages: Pre-school to 1st Grade
Summer fun begins with a great book! Join us in our Café to take part in fun activities each week this August. We’ve hand-picked an adventurous selection of kids activity books that will inspire young minds and create lasting memories.
Tuesday, August 10th at 2:00 pm
Nature's Art Box (Summer Fun Days)
Kids can explore their natural world through crafts created from Mother Earth’s bounty. Suggested ages: Grades 2 and up
Summer fun begins with a great book! Join us in our Café to take part in fun activities each week this August. We’ve hand-picked an adventurous selection of kids activity books that will inspire young minds and create lasting memories.
Thursday, August 12th at 6:00 pm
Phoenix Writing Group
Calling all writers of all genres and of all levels of expertise, from beginner to published! Participants are invited to bring a sample of their original work for reading and discussion, as well as a favorite piece to read and share with the group. Nothing is required, though, and the event is free and open to the public. See you there!
Saturday, August 21st at 11:00 am
Camp Out! (Summer Fun Days)
Get crafty out there! Camping activities from a kid’s eye view is the
theme of the day!Suggested ages: Grades 2 and up
Summer fun begins with a great book! Join us in our Café to take part in fun activities each week this August. We’ve hand-picked an adventurous selection of kids activity books that will inspire young minds and create lasting memories.
Tuesday, August 24th at 6:00 pm
Totally Irresponsible Science (Summer Fun Days)
Help your kiddos discover their inner mad scientist and make learning totally (and mostly responsible) fun!Suggested ages: Grade 3 and up
Summer fun begins with a great book! Join us in our Café to take part in fun activities each week this August. We’ve hand-picked an adventurous selection of kids activity books that will inspire young minds and create lasting memories.
Thursday, August 26th at 6:00 pm
Phoenix Writing Group
Calling all writers of all genres and of all levels of expertise, from beginner to published! Participants are invited to bring a sample of their original work for reading and discussion, as well as a favorite piece to read and share with the group. Nothing is required, though, and the event is free and open to the public. See you there!
Saturday, August 28th at 1:00 pm
Tree of Knowledge Party
For participants of the Phoenix Books Summer Reading Program. You haven’t signed up yet? Don't worry—there’s still time! Sign up to help our Tree of Knowledge grow AND celebrate with us at our party!
Wednesday, September 1st from 6:00-8:00 pm
Phoenix Books Open Mic Night
Check out the local talent at your local, independent bookstore! Want to be the local talent? Phoenix is currently seeking currently seeking poets, musicians, singers, storytellers, and comics for this date. Call 872-7111 to sign up. Phoenix Open Mic Nights take place on the first Wednesday of each month, from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Wednesday, September 8th from 6:00-8:00 pm
Phoenix Books Knit Night (Crocheters, too!)
All skill levels welcome. See you there!
Offsite: September 24th-26th from 6:00-8:00 pm
Burlington Book Festival
The 2010 Burlington Book Festival will take place in a variety of downtown Burlington venues throughout the weekend of September 24 through 26. The Queen City’s 6th annual celebration of the written word will offer readings, signings, panels, workshops, demos, musical performances, family activities and special events featuring literary luminaries from around the world-and just around the corner. All events will be free of charge and open to the public.
Saturday, October 9th at 7:00 pm
Archer Mayor
Join us in welcoming Archer Mayor and in celebrating the release of Red Herring, Joe Gunther's 21st adventure!
Archer Mayor is the author of the highly acclaimed, Vermont-based series featuring detective Joe Gunther, which the Chicago Tribune describes as “the best police procedurals being written in America.” He is also the 2004 winner of the New England Independent Booksellers Association Award for Best Fiction—the first time a writer of crime literature has been so honored. In addition, Archer is a death investigator for Vermont's Chief Medical Examiner, a Deputy Sheriff for Windham County, VT, an investigator for the Windham County State’s Attorney’s
office, the publisher of his own backlist, a travel writer for AAA, and he travels the Northeast giving speeches and conducting workshops. He also has 25 years experience as a volunteer firefighter/EMT..
Ongoing
Art Exhibit
Phoenix's cafe is home to a rotating art exhibit featuring approximately two dozen members of the Essex Art League. Come browse beautiful art as well as great books! And don't forget to check back; the entire exhibit is changed every two months.
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