Reinventing the Book Club

Books & Bars is an open public book club show. We provide a unique atmosphere for a lively discussion of interesting authors, fun people, good food and drinks.

You’re invited to our free meetings with moderator Jeff Kamin and other spirited characters the first & second & now third Tuesdays each month.

Books & Bars Named Best Reading Series by City Pages

November through April: 1 book a month in 3 towns

1st Tues Chanhassen at The School of the Wise II
2nd Tues Minneapolis at Aster Cafe
3rd Tues St. Paul at Amsterdam Bar and Hall

City Pages: Best Of The Twin Cities 2009

The Only Thing Worse Than Being Talked About Is Not Being Talked About

“For those who take their books straight up – not off Oprah’s list – Books & Bars is the cure. Bookended by social hours, it’s a perfect opportunity to meet hip literary types – and the liquid courage doesn’t hurt.” – MPLS. ST. PAUL magazine, July 2008

BookBrowse.com interview – in-depth chat & history
- Why I Love Books & Bars
Not Your Mother’s Book Club
MinnPost.com – Our goal: first book club in space. Other goal? more press like this.
MinneapolisReads.com – 6 Qs they always ask
“Dressing Room”
Our event videos –  Mustache Robots Youtube channel

Love to read but hate getting beer on your reading glasses? Maybe you should try contact lenses.

Books & Bars Online

Be sure to sign up for the mailing list so you’ll never miss any important Books & Bars news. Take advantage of the forum—post questions and topics for upcoming meetings, propose new books, or get the last word on previous discussions. Become a fan and meet fellow members on our Facebook page.

Photos by Jason Albus: jalbusphoto.com