BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Book Banter Books - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Book Banter Books REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T190000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034904 CREATED:20260224T141102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T142919Z UID:965-1772816400-1772823600@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Books\, Banter & Cider with Belle Point Press Authors DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of our favorite pairings: good books\, thoughtful conversation\, and a glass (or two) of cider! \nBooks\, Banter & Cider returns for a special evening featuring Belle Point Press authors from the New Orleans area. Step out of the everyday and into a warm\, welcoming space with some of our favorite local literary voices. \nWe will be celebrating the vibrant literary community of Belle Point Press with a lineup of incredible authors: Kirsten Reneau\, Justin Lacour\, Benjamin Morris\, Madeline Trosclair\, Todd Osborne\, Nikki Ummel\, Teresa Tumminello Brader\, Constance Adler and Jack Bedell. \nBelle Point Press is a family owned and run independent press out of Arkansas who puts their heart into everything they do. \nIt’s an honor to have so many amazing authors in one place to chat about their work. Please join us for this unique event. \n\nPop-up: 5-6pmAuthors: 6-7pm \nThis event is 21+ URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/books-banter-cider-with-belle-point-press-authors/ LOCATION:Broad Street Cider\, 2723 S Broad St.\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70125 CATEGORIES:Books Banter & Cider ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Books-Banter-Cider-March-Banner-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034904 CREATED:20260307T144927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T150044Z UID:1061-1772884800-1772899200@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Pop-Up at Marigny Market DESCRIPTION:We’re popping up at the Marigny Market! \n\n\n\nCome out and browse a handpicked selection of books curated specifically for this event\, all alongside beloved local farmers and makers. Grab some honey for your toast\, veggies for your dinner and a book or two for your weekend. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking for your next great read or just want to talk books\, stop by and say hi. \n\n\n\nP.S. You can now pick up any order placed through our website free of charge at our pop-up events\, including this one. Just select “pickup” at checkout and we’ll have your books ready for you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShop Our Website\n\n\n\nRequest a Specific Book URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/pop-up-at-marigny-market-4/ LOCATION:Marigny Market\, 2624 Burgundy Street\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:Pop-up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Catch-us-popping-up-at-the-Marigny-Market.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T190000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034904 CREATED:20260224T150514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T151517Z UID:985-1773424800-1773428400@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Evening Storytime with Michael the Wildlife Detective DESCRIPTION:We’re heading to Parleaux Beer Lab for a cozy Evening Storytime! \n \nJoin us on Friday\, March 13 at 6pm as local author and Wildlife Detective Michael Birt shares one of his fascinating and informative children’s books with us. Settle in with a pint of Parleaux’s small-batch craft beer (or a juice box for the little ones) and enjoy a family-friendly reading. \n \nMichael will be bringing a special wildlife ambassador to storytime! After the story kids will be invited to get up close with and learn more about this amazing creature! \n \nSupport Michael’s wildlife conservation efforts through direct donations to Research Wild! his hands-on conservation education organization. \n \nP.S. You can now pick up any order placed through our website free of charge at our pop-up events\, including this one. Just select “pickup” at checkout and we’ll have your books ready for you at the event. \n \n\n\n\nShop Michael’s Books\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Birt\n\n\n\nMichael Birt earned a degree in wildlife and fisheries science from Texas A&M University and a master’s in agriculture from Tarleton State University. He is founder and president of ResearchWild!\, a wildlife conservation project\, and owner of Lycan 360\, LLC\, which specializes in humane removal of wildlife from homes and businesses in the New Orleans area. With a passion for wildlife conservation\, he has spent time studying land\, wildlife\, and marine management in Australia\, Fiji\, Botswana\, and South Africa. He has worked as a zookeeper at the Fort Worth Zoo and as an animal care specialist at Fossil Rim Wildlife Center\, recognized for its endangered species breeding program. URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/evening-storytime-with-michael-the-wildlife-detective/ LOCATION:Parleaux Beer Lab\, 634 Lesseps St\,\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:Author Signing,Storytime ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Storytime-at-Parleaux-March-Banner-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260307T151724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T151726Z UID:1073-1773489600-1773504000@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Pop-Up at Marigny Market DESCRIPTION:We’re popping up at the Marigny Market! \n\n\n\nCome out and browse a handpicked selection of books curated specifically for this event\, all alongside beloved local farmers and makers. Grab some honey for your toast\, veggies for your dinner and a book or two for your weekend. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking for your next great read or just want to talk books\, stop by and say hi. \n\n\n\nP.S. You can now pick up any order placed through our website free of charge at our pop-up events\, including this one. Just select “pickup” at checkout and we’ll have your books ready for you. \n\n\n\n\nShop Our Website\n\n\n\nRequest a Specific Title\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Upcoming Events \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm \n \n \n \n Books\, Banter & Cider with Skye Jackson \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm \n \n \n \n Pop-Up at Marigny Market \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 5 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm \n \n \n \n Pop-up at Parleaux \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 15 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n Evening Storytime with Johnette Downing \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 19 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm \n \n \n \n Pop-up at Parleaux \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/pop-up-at-marigny-market-5/ LOCATION:Marigny Market\, 2624 Burgundy Street\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:Pop-up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Catch-us-popping-up-at-the-Marigny-Market-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T170000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260313T002944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T002946Z UID:1096-1774180800-1774198800@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:LMNL Art Fest 2026 DESCRIPTION:We have teamed up with LMNL Lit for their fourth annual LMNL Art Fest. There will be readings\, workshops\, music and kid’s story times throughout the day. \n\n\n\nWe will be slinging books throughout the fest. URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/lmnl-art-fest-2026/ LOCATION:Parleaux Beer Lab\, 634 Lesseps St\,\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:Pop-up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/645592194_903683249090642_218311099064546278_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T203000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260313T213832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T215049Z UID:1114-1774371600-1774384200@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Pop-up at Parleaux plus LMNL Workshop DESCRIPTION:We’re popping up at Parleaux Beer Lab! \n\n\n\nIn addition\, this month we are teaming up with LMNL Lit for their workshop From Experience to Story: Drawing on Personal Experiences for Fiction Writing. The workshop begins at 6:30pm and is lead by Marlana Botnick Fireman \n\n\n\nGrab a pour of one of Parleaux’s small batch craft beers while you browse a selection of books curated specifically for this event. \n\n\n\nP.S. You can now pick up any order placed through our website free of charge at our pop-up events\, including this one. Just select “pickup” at checkout and we’ll have your books ready for you. \n\n\n\n\nShop Our Website\n\n\n\nRequest a Specific Title URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/pop-up-at-parleaux-plus-lmnl-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Parleaux Beer Lab\, 634 Lesseps St\,\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:Pop-up,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Popup-at-Parleaux-Banner-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T180000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260307T154602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T142834Z UID:1084-1774706400-1774720800@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Pop-Up at Marigny Market DESCRIPTION:We’re popping up at the Marigny Market! \n\n\n\nCome out and browse a handpicked selection of books curated specifically for this event\, all alongside beloved local farmers and makers. Grab some honey for your toast\, veggies for your dinner and a book or two for your weekend. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking for your next great read or just want to talk books\, stop by and say hi. \n\n\n\nP.S. You can now pick up any order placed through our website free of charge at our pop-up events\, including this one. Just select “pickup” at checkout and we’ll have your books ready for you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShop Our Website\n\n\n\nRequest a Specific Title\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Upcoming Events \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm \n \n \n \n Books\, Banter & Cider with Skye Jackson \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm \n \n \n \n Pop-Up at Marigny Market \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 5 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm \n \n \n \n Pop-up at Parleaux \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 15 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n Evening Storytime with Johnette Downing \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n May \n \n 19 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm \n \n \n \n Pop-up at Parleaux \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/pop-up-at-marigny-market-6/ LOCATION:Marigny Market\, 2624 Burgundy Street\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:Pop-up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Catch-us-popping-up-at-the-Marigny-Market-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T213000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260313T010122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T140212Z UID:1104-1774812600-1774819800@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Third Lantern Lit Reading Series: Romance DESCRIPTION:We will be joining Third Lantern Lit for the Romance edition of Their Fiction Sessions Reading Series. The Featured Reader will be Farrah Rochon. URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/third-lantern-lit-reading-series-romance/ LOCATION:NEW MARIGNY THEATRE\, 2301 Marais St\, New Orleans\, 70117 CATEGORIES:Pop-up,Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/655503740_122121661605109295_5228936658984973465_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T190000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260320T191614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T195149Z UID:1127-1775235600-1775242800@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Books\, Banter & Cider with Farrah Rochon DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of our favorite pairings: good books\, thoughtful conversation\, and a glass (or two) of cider! \n\n\n\nThis month\, we’re delighted to welcome Farrah Rohon to talk about the inspiration behind her books\, her writing process\, and the themes that weave their way through her series’\, plus plenty of time to celebrate the joy of reading together. \n\n\n\nPart literary salon\, part evening of lively conversation\, Books\, Banter & Cider invites readers and writers alike to connect over books\, ideas\, and a shared love of story. Come for the author\, stay for the banter\, and leave a little more inspired. \n\n\n\nPop-up begins at 5pm. Farrah Rochon will be joining us at 6pm. Farrah’s books will be for sale during the event. The author will sign copies at the event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFarrah Rochon\n\n\n\nA native of south Louisiana\, New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Farrah Rochon officially began her writing career while waiting in between classes in the student lounge at Xavier University of Louisiana. After earning her Bachelor of Science degree from Xavier and a Masters of Arts from Southeastern Louisiana University\, Farrah decided to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a published novelist.  \n\n\n\nFarrah’s books have been featured in O\, The Oprah Magazine\, Cosmopolitan\, Entertainment Weekly\, Buzzfeed\, NPR\, The Washington Post\, and many more.   \n\n\n\nWhen she is not writing in her favorite coffee shop\, Farrah spends most of her time reading\, traveling the world\, hanging around on Twitter\, visiting Disney World\, and trying to attend as many Broadway shows as her budget will allow. An admitted sports fanatic\, Farrah feeds her addiction to football by watching New Orleans Saints games on Sunday afternoons. URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/books-banter-cider-with-farrah-rochon/ LOCATION:Broad Street Cider\, 2723 S Broad St.\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70125 CATEGORIES:Books Banter & Cider ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Books-Banter-Cider-April-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260402T215233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T215603Z UID:1175-1775304000-1775318400@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Pop-Up at Marigny Market DESCRIPTION:We’re popping up at the Marigny Market! \n\n\n\nCome out and browse a handpicked selection of books curated specifically for this event\, all alongside beloved local farmers and makers. Grab some honey for your toast\, veggies for your dinner and a book or two for your weekend. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking for your next great read or just want to talk books\, stop by and say hi. \n\n\n\nP.S. You can now pick up any order placed through our website free of charge at our pop-up events\, including this one. Just select “pickup” at checkout and we’ll have your books ready for you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShop Our Website\n\n\n\nRequest a Specific Title URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/pop-up-at-marigny-market-7/ LOCATION:Marigny Market\, 2624 Burgundy Street\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Marigny-Market-44-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T193000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260328T135926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T205309Z UID:1141-1775757600-1775763000@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:LMNL Reading Featuring Adam Santino\, Freequency\, Alan Brickman & T Clark DESCRIPTION:We’re back with our partners LMNL Arts for another reading at the wonderful Twelve Mile Limit featuring four local writers. Adam Santino\, Freequency\, Alan Brickman & T Clark. \n\n\n\nMore info coming soon! URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/lmnl-reading-featuring-adam-santino-freequency-alan-brickman-t-clark/ LOCATION:Twelve Mile Limit\, 500 S Telemachus St\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70119 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/658342958_923590630433237_2327345810850065630_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T190000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260331T113741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T202440Z UID:1155-1775844000-1775847600@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Evening Storytime with Chris Clarkson DESCRIPTION:We’re heading to Parleaux Beer Lab for a cozy Evening Storytime! \n\n\n\nJoin us on Friday\, April 10 at 6pm as local author Chris Clarkson shares his new picture book\, Songbird in the Light (co-authored w/ Billy Porter) with us. Settle in with a pint of Parleaux’s small-batch craft beer (or a juice box for the little ones) and enjoy a family-friendly reading. \n\n\n\nAfter storytime\, kids are invited to stick around for a fun craft activity inspired by the book. \n\n\n\nP.S. You can now pick up any order placed through our website free of charge at our pop-up events\, including this one. Just select “pickup” at checkout and we’ll have your books ready for you at the event. \n\n\n\n\nPurchase Songbird in the Light\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChris Clarkson\n\n\n\nChris Clarkson is the author of Chloe and the Fireflies\, Where Did Benjamin Go? and That Summer Night on Frenchmen Street and the co-author of Songbird in the Light. Clarkson lives in New Orleans where he’s building a collection of notebooks filled with stories waiting to be brought to life. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrom beloved Broadway icon Billy Porter\, rising-star author Chris Clarkson\, and award-winning illustrator Charly Palmer comes a beautiful picture book about the power of finding your voice. \n\n\n\nMama says her little boy is a songbird with a voice bigger than his whole body. But at school\, his classmates make fun of the way he walks and the way he talks–which makes him feel like a songbird too shy to sing. \n\n\n\nWith the encouragement of his choir teacher\, he embraces his talent\, realizing that his voice is unique and distinct. When it’s time for the school showcase\, he’s finally ready to embrace his joyful talent and share it with the world. \n\n\n\nFrom Emmy\, Grammy\, and Tony Award winner Billy Porter\, rising star Chris Clarkson\, and award-winning illustrator Charly Palmer comes a beautiful and empowering story about learning to love yourself. \n\n\n\nAs Billy Porter notes is a powerful author’s note: I created this book to remind children of their own joy. Their own love…. A kind of love that the world can’t take away. URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/evening-storytime-with-chris-clarkson/ LOCATION:Parleaux Beer Lab\, 634 Lesseps St\,\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Storytime-at-Parleaux-April-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260402T220003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T221118Z UID:1182-1775908800-1775923200@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Pop-Up at Marigny Market DESCRIPTION:We’re popping up at the Marigny Market! \n\n\n\nCome out and browse a handpicked selection of books curated specifically for this event\, all alongside beloved local farmers and makers. Grab some honey for your toast\, veggies for your dinner and a book or two for your weekend. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking for your next great read or just want to talk books\, stop by and say hi. \n\n\n\nP.S. You can now pick up any order placed through our website free of charge at our pop-up events\, including this one. Just select “pickup” at checkout and we’ll have your books ready for you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShop Our Website\n\n\n\nRequest a Specific Title URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/pop-up-at-marigny-market-8/ LOCATION:Marigny Market\, 2624 Burgundy Street\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Marigny-Market-411-Banner-good.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260415T230001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T231701Z UID:1207-1776366000-1776614400@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:New Orleans Poetry Festival DESCRIPTION:Book Banter Books will be at the New Orleans Poetry Festival! \n\n\n\nNew Orleans Poetry Festival takes place April 16-19 at a variety of venues around the city with the majority of readings and round tables taking place at the New Orleans Healing Center. \n\n\n\nWe can be found slinging books at the following locations and times:Opening Night: The Final Splice Thursday\, April 16 7pm – 10pm – Saturn BarBookfair Friday\, April 17 10am – 5pm – The Healing CenterInternational Night Friday\, April 17 7pm – Cafe IstanbulBookfair Saturday\, April 18 10am – 5pm – The Healing CenterSaturday Night Features Saturday\, April 18 8pm – SiberiaBookfair Sunday\, April 19 10am – 5pm – The Healing Center \n\n\n\nThe festival is free and open to the public. Registration is not required to attend. \n\n\n\nComplete Schedule of Events URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/new-orleans-poetry-festival/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Pop-up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/New-Orleans-Poetry-Festival-April-16-19-2026-e1776293947795.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T203000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260420T135005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T135033Z UID:1236-1776790800-1776803400@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Pop-up at Parleaux plus LMNL Workshop DESCRIPTION:We’re popping up at Parleaux Beer Lab! \n\n\n\nIn addition\, this month we are teaming up with LMNL Lit for their workshop How to Use Humor in Poetry. The workshop begins at 6:30pm and is lead by Justin Lacour. \n\n\n\nGrab a pour of one of Parleaux’s small batch craft beers while you browse a selection of books curated specifically for this event. \n\n\n\nP.S. You can now pick up any order placed through our website free of charge at our pop-up events\, including this one. Just select “pickup” at checkout and we’ll have your books ready for you. URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/pop-up-at-parleaux-plus-lmnl-workshop-3/ LOCATION:Parleaux Beer Lab\, 634 Lesseps St\,\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Popup-at-Parleaux-Banner-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260501T190000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260424T053516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T010514Z UID:1280-1777654800-1777662000@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Books\, Banter & Cider with Skye Jackson DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of our favorite pairings: good books\, thoughtful conversation\, and a glass (or two) of cider! \n\n\n\nThis month\, we’re delighted to welcome poet Skye Jackson to talk about the inspiration behind her work\, what it’s like to be the One Book One New Orleans author\, her writing process\, and more! \n\n\n\nPart literary salon\, part evening of lively conversation\, Books\, Banter & Cider invites readers and writers alike to connect over books\, ideas\, and a shared love of story. Come for the author\, stay for the banter\, and leave a little more inspired. \n\n\n\nPop-up begins at 5pm. Skye Jackson will be joining us at 6pm. Skye’s book\, Libre will be for sale during the event. The author will sign copies at the event. \n\n\n\n\nPurchase Libre for Pickup at the Event URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/books-banter-cider-with-skye-jackson/ LOCATION:Broad Street Cider\, 2723 S Broad St.\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70125 CATEGORIES:Books Banter & Cider ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Books-Banter-Cider-May-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260424T052018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T052019Z UID:1260-1777723200-1777737600@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Pop-Up at Marigny Market DESCRIPTION:We’re popping up at the Marigny Market! \n\n\n\nCome out and browse a handpicked selection of books curated specifically for this event\, all alongside beloved local farmers and makers. Grab some honey for your toast\, veggies for your dinner and a book or two for your weekend. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking for your next great read or just want to talk books\, stop by and say hi. \n\n\n\nP.S. You can now pick up any order placed through our website free of charge at our pop-up events\, including this one. Just select “pickup” at checkout and we’ll have your books ready for you. \n\n\n\n\nShop Our Website\n\n\n\nRequest a Specific Title URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/pop-up-at-marigny-market-9/ LOCATION:Marigny Market\, 2624 Burgundy Street\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:Pop-up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Market-Banner-May-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260424T054106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T054108Z UID:1286-1778000400-1778011200@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Pop-up at Parleaux DESCRIPTION:We’re popping up at Parleaux Beer Lab! \n\n\n\nGrab a pour of one of Parleaux’s small batch craft beers while you browse a selection of books curated specifically for this event. URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/pop-up-at-parleaux/ LOCATION:Parleaux Beer Lab\, 634 Lesseps St\,\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:Pop-up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Popup-at-Parleaux-Banner-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T183000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260424T051310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T021608Z UID:1251-1778868000-1778869800@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Evening Storytime with Johnette Downing DESCRIPTION:We’re heading to Parleaux Beer Lab for a cozy Evening Storytime! \n\n\n\nJoin us on Friday\, May 15 at 6pm as local author and musician Johnette Downing shares a song and a story with us. Settle in with a pint of Parleaux’s small-batch craft beer (or a juice box for the little ones) and enjoy a family-friendly reading. \n\n\n\nAfter storytime\, kids are invited to stick around for a fun activity inspired by one of Johnette’s books. \n\n\n\n\nOrder Johnette’s books for pickup at the event\n\n\n\n\n\nOrder Johnette’s books for shipping\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJohnette Downing\n\n\n\nRecipient of the 2017 Louisiana Writer Award\, Johnette Downing is a musician\, author\, illustrator\, and poet dedicated to sharing her Louisiana roots music and books with children across the globe. Called the “Bard of the Bayou\,” this New Orleans culture bearer has performed on five continents and has received numerousawards for her thirty-two books and thirteen recordings. Her latest releases are the picture book My Parrain is the Loup Garou (Pelican Publishing)\, the picture book New England Animals A to Z (Arcadia Children’s Books)\, the album “My Little Snap Bean\, Zydeco for Children with Nathan Williams & The Zydeco Cha Chas (WiggleWorm Records)\, and a biography for grown-ups co-written with Scott Billington titled Irma Thomas\, Soul Queen of New Orleans (slated for a fall 2026 release by University Press of Mississippi). URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/evening-storytime-with-johnette-downing/ LOCATION:Parleaux Beer Lab\, 634 Lesseps St\,\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:Storytime ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Storytime-at-Parleaux-May-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T200000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260424T054306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T054424Z UID:1291-1779210000-1779220800@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Pop-up at Parleaux DESCRIPTION:We’re popping up at Parleaux Beer Lab! \n\n\n\nGrab a pour of one of Parleaux’s small batch craft beers while you browse a selection of books curated specifically for this event. URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/pop-up-at-parleaux-plus-lmnl-workshop-4/ LOCATION:Parleaux Beer Lab\, 634 Lesseps St\,\, New Orleans\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:Pop-up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Popup-at-Parleaux-Banner-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260424T052407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T052442Z UID:1267-1779537600-1779552000@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Pop-Up at Marigny Market DESCRIPTION:We’re popping up at the Marigny Market! \n\n\n\nCome out and browse a handpicked selection of books curated specifically for this event\, all alongside beloved local farmers and makers. Grab some honey for your toast\, veggies for your dinner and a book or two for your weekend. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking for your next great read or just want to talk books\, stop by and say hi. \n\n\n\nP.S. You can now pick up any order placed through our website free of charge at our pop-up events\, including this one. Just select “pickup” at checkout and we’ll have your books ready for you. \n\n\n\n\nShop Our Website\n\n\n\nRequest a Specific Title URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/pop-up-at-marigny-market-10/ LOCATION:Marigny Market\, 2624 Burgundy Street\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:Pop-up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Market-Banner-May-23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260424T052741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T052822Z UID:1273-1780142400-1780156800@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:Pop-Up at Marigny Market DESCRIPTION:We’re popping up at the Marigny Market! \n\n\n\nCome out and browse a handpicked selection of books curated specifically for this event\, all alongside beloved local farmers and makers. Grab some honey for your toast\, veggies for your dinner and a book or two for your weekend. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking for your next great read or just want to talk books\, stop by and say hi. \n\n\n\nP.S. You can now pick up any order placed through our website free of charge at our pop-up events\, including this one. Just select “pickup” at checkout and we’ll have your books ready for you. \n\n\n\n\nShop Our Website\n\n\n\nRequest a Specific Title URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/pop-up-at-marigny-market-11/ LOCATION:Marigny Market\, 2624 Burgundy Street\, Louisiana\, 70117\, United States CATEGORIES:Pop-up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Market-Banner-May-30.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260607T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260607T180000 DTSTAMP:20260426T034905 CREATED:20260421T190142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T190143Z UID:1245-1780851600-1780855200@bookbanterbooks.com SUMMARY:PRIVATE - Pussyfootin' Page Turners Bookclub DESCRIPTION:We host a private bookclub for the Pussyfootin’ Page Turners. URL:https://bookbanterbooks.com/event/private-pussyfootin-page-turners-bookclub/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Bookclub ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bookbanterbooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/The-Pussyfootin-Page-Turners-.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR