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Upcoming Events at Midsummer Books

Looking for literary events in Philadelphia? Midsummer Books hosts regular author visits, storytimes, writing workshops, and bookish gatherings for kids, tweens, teens, and families.

Explore what’s coming up and reserve your spot.

The Month's Events

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9:30 AM
Monday Morning Playgroup
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3:30 PM
Squish Happens — DIY Stress Ball Workshop - Halloween Edition
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9:30 AM
Monday Morning Playgroup
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10:00 AM
Dog Man: A Sprinkle In Time Release Party!
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4:30 PM
Wilderlore Book Club. Book 2
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1:00 PM
Holiday Craft Hour
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5:00 PM
Wilderlore Book Club. Book 2
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1:00 PM
Holiday Craft Hour
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3:00 PM
Write a Novel in 100 Days: A Workshop to Get Your First Draft Done Fast!
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4:30 PM
Wilderlore Book Club. Book 2
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3:30 PM
DIY Stress Ball Workshop
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1:00 PM
Grace Lin Visits Midsummer with The Little Stone Buddha
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4:30 PM
Wilderlore Book Club. Book 2
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1:00 PM
Holiday Craft Hour
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Full Events List

  • Nov 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
    Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    The workshop includes a copy of Write a Novel in 100 Days, which you'll receive at the event and can keep using as your daily guide to help you get your novel written.
  • Multiple Dates
    Wed, Nov 18
    Our Mutual Friend | Midsummer Books
    Nov 18, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Our Mutual Friend | Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    A multi-book, multi-week immersive club where readers don’t just follow the story—they build their own place inside it. Best for ages 9-14
  • Fri, Nov 20
    Midsummer Books
    Nov 20, 2026, 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    We're back with more DIY squishy fun! Get ready for a little sensory chaos! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll mix, fill, and squish your way to a stress ball that’s 100% yours.
  • Nov 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    Join Midsummer Books for a special event with award-winning author and illustrator Grace Lin, celebrating her beautiful new book "The Little Stone Buddha."
  • Nov 21, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Our Mutual Friend | Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    Get ready for a story about getting ghosted that takes revenge to a whole new level
  • Multiple Dates
    Sat, Nov 28
    Our Mutual Friend | Midsummer Books
    Nov 28, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Our Mutual Friend | Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    Spend an hour with us making joyful, bookish holiday crafts and decor - perfect for gifting or making for yourself.
  • Tue, Nov 10
    Our Mutual Friend | Midsummer Books
    Nov 10, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Our Mutual Friend | Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    A multi-book, multi-week immersive club where readers don’t just follow the story—they build their own place inside it. Best for ages 9-14
  • Wed, Nov 04
    Our Mutual Friend | Midsummer Books
    Nov 04, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Our Mutual Friend | Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    A multi-book, multi-week immersive club where readers don’t just follow the story—they build their own place inside it. Best for ages 9-14
  • Nov 03, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    Dog Man and Grampa have messed with time and space, and we're celebrating the release of the brand-new Dog Man: A Sprinkle in Time with a very Midsummer-style adventure.
  • Mon, Nov 02
    Our Mutual Friend | Midsummer Books
    Nov 02, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Our Mutual Friend | Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    In this beginner-friendly embroidery workshop, you’ll choose one letter and learn how to fill it with colorful embroidered flowers. Bring a sweatshirt, t-shirt, tote bag, denim jacket, or another embroidery-friendly item, and we’ll help you transform it with your own floral initial.
  • Multiple Dates
    Mon, Nov 02
    Midsummer Books
    Nov 02, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
    Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    Join us in our cozy community room every Monday for a relaxed hang with other parents and caregivers.
  • Oct 30, 2026, 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    We're back with more DIY squishy fun! Get ready for a little Halloween sensory chaos! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll mix, fill, and squish your way to a spooky stress ball that’s 100% yours.
  • Oct 22, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    A Story, Songs and Celebration of Being Yourself
  • Multiple Dates
    Wed, Oct 21
    Midsummer Books
    Oct 21, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM
    Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    Story time plus glue, googly eyes, and a take-home project — every Wednesday morning.
  • Oct 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    Have a picture book idea but aren't quite sure what to do with it? Start here!
  • Sep 24, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    Why do we like scary stories? And how can writing about fear make us feel braver? Join local horror writers Laura Parnum and Nicole M. Wolverton to learn how stories help us explore fear and courage.
  • Sep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    Something wild is coming to Midsummer Books. 🌲✨ We’re welcoming Amanda Foody, author of the Wilderlore series, for a special afternoon of magical creatures, worldbuilding, adventure, and all things Wilderlore!
  • Tue, Sep 15
    Sep 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Midsummer Books, 1219 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA
    Stitch a little literary magic, one hoop, one pattern, one relaxing evening.

Hours

Monday: 9am-2pm

Tuesday: 10am-5pm

Wednesday: 10am-5pm

Thursday: 10am-6pm

Friday: 10am-6pm

Saturday: 10am-6pm

Sunday: 10am-6pm

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Contact

1219 Frankford Ave | Philadelphia, PA 19125

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Lindsay@midsummerbooks.com

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