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Silent Reading Night

  • necessary & sufficient coffee 728 S Dearborn St Chicago United States (map)

Join the craze that's sweeping the nation! Come on over and hang out with friends, or simply enjoy some quiet time to yourself. Treat yourself to comforting, sleep-conducive beverages and snacks while hanging in the cozy atmosphere with a good book and community.

This event is co-sponsored by Bookish and necessary & sufficient coffee.

πŸ“š Join us at necessary and sufficient coffee for Summer Read-Ins & Write-Ins, in collaboration with Bookish Chicago! A world of literature and creativity inside our cozy cafΓ©! Every other Thursday, starting May 16th.

🌿 Immerse yourself in tranquility: during writing and reading time, we kindly ask for silence to fully immerse yourself in the magic of literature and creativity. Let the words on the page and the thoughts in your mind flow effortlessly, creating a tranquil atmosphere filled with inspiration and reflection.

πŸ•• Every Night Starts at 6:00pm - 6:30pm: Welcome & Socialize!

Guests gather to grab drinks and mingle, enjoying the cozy ambiance of necessary and sufficient coffee, while connecting with fellow book lovers. Choose from our selection of herbal teas and non-alcoholic sodas to kick off the evening in a relaxed atmosphere.

πŸ“– On Read-In nights (May 16, June 6, July 11), facilitated by Angela from Bookish Chicago, discover captivating stories from 6:45pm onwards, followed by serene reading sessions from 7pm to 8pm. Then, wrap up the evening with delightful socializing until 9pm.

πŸ–ŠοΈ On Write-In nights (May 30, June 20, July 25), facilitated by Tara from Bookish Chicago, unleash your creativity with engaging prompts and supportive camaraderie from 6:45pm onwards, followed by dedicated writing time until 8pm, and wrap up with mingling until 9pm.

πŸ“š Bookish Chicago will have on display a curated selection of books for sale, offering you the chance to discover new literary treasures.

πŸ“š Don't forget, if you're curious and want more books, the local bookstore Sandsmeyer is open until 8 every Thursday, just a short stroll away!

✨ Join us for an enriching literary experience, where every page turned and every word written leads to moments of quiet inspiration and connection. 

See you there!

Earlier Event: August 4
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Later Event: August 10
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