Independent Bookstore Day 2025!

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Welcome to Independent Bookstore Day, an annual celebration of all things that make indie bookshops the best! We’ll be celebrating at all 3 of our locations and we hope you’ll swing by to join in the fun.

At The Ivy Bookshop at 5928 Falls Rd…
Browse a display of some of our favorite books that’ve been banned across the country recently. Buy one + receive a surprise free book to go with it!
Interested in gardening at The Ivy? Be the first to learn about the new developments in the Ivy Gardens, and how to get involved.
Enjoy teatime on the wraparound porch while learning about The Secret Life of Julia Child with author Diana R. Chambers.

At Bird in Hand at 11 E. 33rd St…
Drop by for another display of Banned Books!

At The Ivy at Kenilworth Mall…
We’re launching our partnership with Absolute Thai-Sushi!
Join Absolute Thai-Sushi for their “East Meets West Team Time” and check out our special tea-themed display to go with it.
Bring your receipt from The Ivy at Kenilworth to their restaurant for 10% off.