Fun Facts: Ēostre and Easter
With Easter and Earth Day occurring around the same time this year (April 21 and April 22), we thought it would appropriate to discuss the origins of Easter. You probably know that Easter is a pagan holiday altered by Christianity. Who you may not know about…
Where to Recycle and Reuse in the East Valley
We all live on this planet. Why wouldn’t we want to take care of it? We believe it is our responsibility as a company to be compassionate citizens of the world. We are continually striving to reduce our carbon footprint when we recycle and reuse. Awareness…
Bookmans Recommends: Top Ten Irish Folktales
‘Tis the month of the Irish! In March we wear our green, try out their own Irish accents, and enjoy a pint of Guinness. Irish culture is very interesting, we at Bookmans recommend these ten Irish folktales*. 10. Midhir and Étain Being similar to the…
Leprechaun 9: The Leprechaun Franchise
On a holiday where you’re movie marathon options are The Boondock Saints or Darby O’Gill and the Little People, I like to remind people of the gems of The Leprechaun franchise. None of which are particularly good, but do offer consistency of quality… sort of….
Freebie Friday: Autographed Copy of “Moon Mermaid and the Pirates”
***CONTEST CLOSED*** Things under the sea have always been a mystery to humans. Mermaids are awesome and it’s not hard to see why we are so fascinated with them. There are many legends about mermaids and even a few dozen historical claims of supposedly “real”…
Dive into Reading with Moon Mermaid And The Pirates
There are many legends about mermaids and even a few dozen historical claims of supposedly “real” mermaid sightings. Hundreds of years ago, sailors and residents in coastal towns around the world told of their encounters with sea-maidens. One particular story dating back to the early…
Freebie Friday: Win a Gift Card to Shirts ‘N’ Things
***CONTEST CLOSED*** It’s the 3rd Friday of 2019, we know that you have been keeping up with all of your New Year’s resolutions. We think you deserve to treat yourself! Our friends at Shirts “N” Things feel the same way too. They want to help…
Freebie Friday: Win (2) Tickets to the i.d.e.a. Museum in Downtown Mesa!
***CONTEST CLOSED*** Happy end of 2018 everyone! It’s our last #FreebieFriday of the year and its waiting for YOU to win! Have you started thinking about all of the new, awesome things you are going to try in 2019? We’d like to help you get…
Freebie Friday: Win (2) Tickets To Odysea Aquarium in Scottsdale
***CONTEST CLOSED*** Happy mid-December everyone! We all know how at this time of year it’s important to make sure everyone else is taken care of but forget to do something for yourself. We’d like to help you with that. This December’s “Treat Yourself” Freebie Friday…
Freebie Friday: Win (2) Tickets to LegoLand Discovery Center in Tempe!
***CONTEST CLOSED*** Looking for fun kid’s activities or things to do near you? If you have been looking for something exciting to do with the family Now is the chance. This is the Freebie Friday that gives and gives! There are 12 great family attractions…
Freebie Friday: Enter To Win Gift Cards to Downtown Mesa Association
***CONTEST CLOSED*** It’s that time of year again and this year and we have a great giveaway that is just waiting for YOU to win it. As part of our belief that it pays to shop local, each and every Friday this November Bookmans Mesa…
A Survival Guide to NaNoWriMo
Gird your loins! The 19th Annual NaNoWriMo writing marathon is upon us. For those unacquainted, NaNoWriMo stands for National Novel Writing Month, and it is an annual writing marathon runs throughout the month of November. Whether you are a seasoned author or someone who hasn’t written…
Freebie Friday: Win Tickets to PoeFest 2018
***CONTEST CLOSED*** “I would define, in brief, the poetry of words as the rhythmical creation of Beauty.” – Edgar Allen Poe. Ten years ago, The Arizona Curriculum Theater opened PoeFest with just six audience members. By the third night they were packed. Of course, they…
Freebie Friday: Win Tickets to OdySea Aquarium!
***CONTEST CLOSED*** It’s that time again! Don’t throw away those summer fun floaties and new swimsuits just yet – its time to get back in the water with this contest just waiting for YOU to win!
Fight Censorship: The Banning Of America’s Toys
Though Bookmans talks a lot about censorship, the truth is that censorship can rear its head in many facets of life. Although this month we celebrate the right to read and encourage getting caught reading with a banned book, we want to open up the…
Bookmans Recommends: D.C. Follies
Who doesn’t have something they have fond memories of? One show took America’s funny bone by storm, and I remember it fondly, even if I was too young to get all the jokes. That nostalgic, kooky cocktail of 1980s politics and pop culture has finally…
Gamers Can Score Big At Bookmans
Are you a gamer looking for the latest video game releases? Maybe you’re a collector looking to fill out your retro Nintendo cartridge collection or find some rare Playstation JRPGs. Perhaps you simply want a cheap and entertaining video game system to occupy the kids….
Animal Adoption Urgency Rises With Summer Heat
If you have never owned an animal or you are currently in the market for one, NOW is the time to act. The are many rewards for adopting a new animal, but the road to finding your perfect furever friend may be a long one….
Learn Guitar 101 at Mesa's Introduction Workshop
Have you ever wanted to try something new but have been hesitant for any reason? Those reasons could be financial, the nervousness of the unknown trying something new. Maybe it’s just about breaking out of an everyday routine. Well, now is the time to take…
Feeling the Love for Flagstaff's Pride In The Pines
What is pride? You have undoubtedly heard a lot about Pride Month, Pride parades, and Pride events in June. One of those events, Pride in the Pines, is an annual favorite. Pride in the Pines is an incredibly fun weekend and a reminder to celebrate…