Owen Sound’s 2nd Annual Book Walk

June 1, 2007

Book Icon On Friday June 15th and Saturday June 16th downtown Owen Sound will experience its second annual Book Walk, a literary walking tour of six bookstores and one library.

READ: that Owen Sound, a vibrant rural community located 200 km north of Toronto, has experienced remarkable growth in its downtown.
NOTE: 22, 000 people; SIX downtown bookstores. These stores have created a literary walking tour to showcase their unique venues.
WALK: into these stores, along with the Library, on June 15-16, 2007. Attend special events planned at various times throughout Friday and Saturday.
STAMP: your “passport” at each location. Completed entries are eligible for prizes.
SING: Happy Birthday to the Rocking Horse, celebrating its 30th this weekend (check out their tent party next to the ScotiaBank).

Schedule:
Friday June 15th:
5-8:00pm About Books: Book Appraisals
5-8:00pm Phoenix Books: Give a Hoot: An Owlish Adventure with Dave Miller
6:00pm Lawson’s: Return to the Narnia Wardrobe
7:00pm The Ginger Press: Book Launch:Mystery Ink:An Anthology of Stories Set in Southern Ontario with authors Jake Doherty, Peter Sellers, Theresa Greenwood and more.

Saturday June 16th:
9:00am The Library: Introduction to Online Information Library Services with Richard Sulkers
9-1:00pm Lawson’s: Return to the Narnia Wardrobe
11-1:00pm Phoenix Bookstore: Give a Hoot: An Owlish Adventure with Dave Miller
11:30am The Downtown Bookstore: Live Traditional Irish Music
1-3:00pm About Books: Book Appraisals
1:00pm Lawson’s: Narnia Colouring Contest
2:00pm The Ginger Press: Spelling Bee: All Ages Welcome to Compete!

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1. About Books
542 3rd Ave. East, Owen Sound, Ontario
Second hand, out of print and antiquarian books–specializing in natural science, history and gardening–has over 5,000 in all subjects. Saturday mornings at the Farmers’ Market and at other times at the above address by appointment.
(519) 371-2100
www.aboutbks.com

2. Coates & Best
883 2nd Ave. East, Owen Sound, Ontario
Established in 1853, Coates & Best is the oldest remaining retail store in Owen Sound. Remaining true to its roots, Coates & Best continues to suppy the area with a complete selection of books (including children’s books, mysteries and local titles), stationery, office and art supplies. Looking for that unusual title? Enquire about our Special Order service.
(519) 376-5499

3. Lawson’s
917 2nd Ave. East, Owen Sound, Ontario
Lawson’s–one store…two full lines–Lawson’s Christian Supplies and Northern Health Foods. Enter and revel in the grandeur of yesteryear’s mercantile space–lofty tin ceilings, solid wood and copper trim, and classy lighting–while you enjoy our selection of good food and Christian books, Bibles, media and gifts.
(519) 376-7628

4. The Downtown Bookstore
945 2nd Ave. East, Owen Sound, Ontario
The Downtown Bookstore features fine literature, extensive non-fiction and a comprehensive children’s selection, all attractively presented in an elegant space. Our coffee bar serves locally roasted Kemble Mountain Organic Fair Trade Coffee. And we have music! A fine selection of folk, blues and jazz CDs. Special orders are welcome.
(519) 372-9760

5. Phoenix Bookstore
980 2nd Ave. East, Owen Sound, Ontario
Interesting and friendly second hand book store. Buy, sell, and trade, new books every day. Everything from current novels to children’s lit and marine history. Discount bins, huge selection. Trade and recycle. Two large rooms, amazing selection. A warm welcome to customers old and new.
(519) 371-1128

6. The Ginger Press
848 2nd Ave. East, Owen Sound, Ontario
Located in downtown Owen Sound since 1984, The Ginger Prerss is an exuberant bookshop, cafe and publishing house in a thriving literary and creative centre. Readers and writers gather in this comfortable environment to exchange ideas, discuss their latest projects, and connect over great books and great food.
(519) 376-4233
www.gingerpress.com

7. The Book Artists
Beside City Hall
We are delighted to welcome the Book Artists displaying their work in the corridor beside Owen Sound City Hall.

8. The Library
824 1st Ave. West, Owen Sound, Ontario
The Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library is a full service library with a collection of over 100,000 books, tapes, music, DVDs, government publications, genealogical materials, and eBooks, all located in the beautifully restored Carnegie Library building.
(519) 376-6623
www.owensound.library.on.ca

So all you book lovers come on out to the Book Walk, Friday June 15th to Saturday June 16th!!