Books 'n Brews: A Boozy Book Fair
About This Event
Relive your Scholastic Book Fair childhood at Books 'n Brews, an adult-leaning book fair at Caboose Tavern in Vienna! This one will be full of fantastic new releases, staff picks, and unique titles perfect to add to your fall TBR and prep for Halloween 👻
While most books will lean toward adult readers, the event is family friendly; Caboose offers a fantastic kid's menu, so bring your family or friends and hang out after shopping books 📚 Caboose will also be offering their happy hour menu during the event: $1 off food, $2 off cocktails & wine, and $3 off beer!
About the Venue
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