Celebrate Kindness
Let’s be good to each other.
Our dear friends at Lilly’s Snow Cones are wrapping up their season with a big ol’ party to celebrate kindness!
Here’s what you have to look forward to:
Giveaways
Random acts of kindness
Fun activities
Free snow cones to the first 100 customers (courtesy of Country Financial)
And, like, the happiest event of the summer
We’ll be there from noon to 3 pm, and here’s how we’ll be celebrating kindness:
For every snow cone sold (including those free ones), we’re donating a kid’s book to the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis.
For every kid’s book you buy, we’ll donate a kid’s book to Barfield Early Childhood Center, a local preschool that champions inclusion.
We’ll invite YOU to purchase a kid’s book for us to donate to either of those two organizations.
Come enjoy a sweet treat (you deserve it) and spread sweetness around our community!
Sweet 17
We’re 17 weeks old!
To celebrate, we’re going back to where it all started: My driveway. The shop will be open of course, and we’ll have complimentary cupcakes. Plus, spend $30 to get a free Double Dog sticker or $50 to add a free Double Dog totebag to your haul. Come hooray with us!
Double Dog After Dark
It’s an IRL Book Club!
Bring your lawn chair and favorite beverage, and let’s hang out in real life to chat about Kirsten Miller’s Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books. I’ll be putting together one of my epic grazing tables, and if you “need” to add to your to-be-read pile, come early; the shop will be open from 6:30 to 7 pm.
Registration is now closed for Double Dog After Dark, but don’t you worry: We’ll do it again!
NRL
NRL = Not Real Life
Calling all sci-fi, fantasy, and romantasy readers: We’re celebrating y’all all day long!
⭐️ BOGO 20% off on all sci-fi, fantasy, and romantasy titles
⭐️ Chance to win Advanced Reader Copies of recent releases
⭐️ Free Double Dog tote bag with $50 purchase
Plus a special appearance by romantasy author, Mickey Schoonover!
Mickey’s debut novel, Fount and Fortune, is a dual-point-of-view, slow-burn dystopian romantic fantasy set in an alternate version of modern-day Florida. Perfect for romantasy fans of Carissa Broadbent, Rachel Gillig, and Danielle L. Jensen.
⛲️ A magical spring hidden inside the palace of an immortal ruler.
⛲️ A young woman desperate to save her dying sister.
⛲️ A secretive con man with a grudge against the Empire.
⛲️ Together, they’ll steal a miracle—or die trying.
Mickey will have her sharpie, so bring your book (purchase here) or buy one from her that morning!
Paint & Sip
Calling all book lovers and art enthusiasts!
Learn to paint a book brick! Grab your gal pals or a date for this bookish paint and sip event.
Danielle of Limefish Studio will guide you through painting the book cover of your choice onto a keepsake garden brick. (No artistic talent required. Promise!) And, of course, we’ll be on site—with mystery deals for every Paint & Sip attendee!
Stick around after, if you’d like, for wood-fired pizza, craft bevs, and a live band at 2 pm. This is a 21+ event, and registration is required. Please and thank you. 💛
Make it stand out
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Shop the Streets Fall Festival
Hooray for fall!
We’re excited to be part of this beloved annual tradition in the heart of Old Monroe, Missouri! This small-town celebration is packed with family fun, festive vibes, and an incredible lineup of local businesses and entertainment.
Come sip, shop, and celebrate!
☕️ Local coffee trucks
🐐 A friendly petting zoo
🎶 Live music
🛍️ A variety of small business vendors
🎨 Pumpkin painting for all ages
🍁 And much more fall fun!
This is a perfect day out for families, friends, and fall lovers of all kinds. Don’t miss this charming celebration of community spirit and local talent!
Whitetail Widow Wonderland
‘Tis the season!
It’s deer season 🫣 and gifting season, and this artisan market will help you get a jump-start on your list. As the event coordinators say, let ‘em chase the bucks while you spend ‘em.
Holiday Craft & Music Market
It’s time.
The holidays are here, it’s time to find goodies for all your favorite people, and the Timberland High School bands have you covered! This massive market features crafters, artisans, music, and more. We’ll be in the parking lot, and we’ll have our heater running. Come buy books for your besties!
La Fête du Vin
That’s french for “wine festival,” y’all.
We’re so fancy-pants! We’ll be hanging out with a whoooooole bunch of wineries, breweries, and distilleries—plus lots of yummy restaurants. Several shops will be set up, too. Like, you know, us. Wine! Cheese! Reads!
Get all the details from the St. Charles Wine Festival website.
Farmers & Artisans Market
It’s family fun day at FAMO!
Stop by for kiddo-friendly activities, food trucks, home-grown deliciousness, hand-crafted goodies, aaaaaand your favorite mobile bookshop!
New Town Market
We love a market!
The City of St. Charles and the Lions Club have expanded their wildly popular markets to New Town! Come support local farmers and artisans, enjoy live music, savor delicious food, and participate in fun activities for the kiddos. (And, you know, buy books.)
Faust Art Fair
Books = Art
Faust Park’s annual art fair features original work from a variety of local and regional artists. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and open house tours of the Faust Historic Village. Look for us at the entrance to the Village!
Lilly's Vendor Market
It’s where the cool kids hang out!
We’re good buddies with THE Lilly of Lilly’s Snow Cones, and we’re so excited to participate in her first ever craft and vendor market. Stop by for a treat and do a little shopping with some amazing local businesses!
Ayden’s Kreations - hand-stamped jewelry by a homie with an extra chromie
Barkuterie Shop - St. Louis’ only mobile pet treat service
Bella’s Closet - antique boutique, soy candles, soaps, and more
Color Street - revolutionary nail polish strips, nourishing hand and nail care, and premium makeup
Double Dog Bookshop - mobile bookstore with new books of all genres for humans of all ages
Garnet Wolf Studios - handmade clay earrings
Inspired Inks by Madeline - hand-designed paper goods
J Bloom - personalized and permanent jewelry
Jennifer’s Crafts - handmade hair accessories
Lilly’s Snow Cones - snow cones plus crafts, bracelets, and tshirts
Oliver’s Print Shop - 3D-printed sports goodies
Pampered Chef - small appliances, kitchen tools, cutlery, and pantry products
Paparazzi - trendy and affordable jewelry and accessories
Penny Gals Inspirations - floral arrangements and wreaths
Playtivity - sensory kits, including a snow cone-themed set
Rose Hill Harvest - locally sourced, small batch, hand-crafted tallow products and more
S&D Artistry - Army veteran-owned custom home decor, accessories, and gifts
New Town Market
We love a market!
The City of St. Charles and the Lions Club have expanded their wildly popular markets to New Town! Come support local farmers and artisans, enjoy live music, savor delicious food, and participate in fun activities for the kiddos. (And, you know, buy books.)
Royal Garden Tea Party
OMG is that … Belle?
Bring your kiddos to meet Belle, Moana, and Rapunzel and enjoy photo opps, tea, juice, cookies, and other small bites from local vendors. Participants will also make chamomile flower crowns and mini bouquets from the cut flower garden! Wear your favorite princess dresses or costumes. We’ll have princess books on board for you!
Wentzville Reads Book Club
Books, Brews, Bread, & Besties
We’re jazzed to have been invited to sponsor Wentzville Reads’ July Book Club! This month’s selection is Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez, and you can order your copy for local delivery right here.
Aaaand this is a book club on steroids! Not only will we be talking about the book, but we’ll also have a chance to shop and support local makers: Flower Coffee Collective for bevs, The Book Nook Bread Co. for carbs, and Clover Shoppe for custom tumblers and mugs.
Can’t wait to see y’all there!
Books & Brews for Mom
The perfect pairing for Mother’s Day!
We’ll be hanging out next to PJ’s all day, and we have special deals for your special mom!
Buy a book + purchase a free drink coupon for just $5 to use at PJ’s. ☕️ And/or buy a book + a coffee and take your pick of a free blind date with a book, while supplies last! Many of our blind dates are Advanced Reader Copies, which means they’re verrrrrrry newly published!
Mom's Day Event
Shop for yo’ momma.
Kick off Mom's Day weekend with wood-fired pizza, a cold brew, and a browse through the cutest little bookstore on wheels.
