You may already know that we allow friendly, leashed dogs into all of our stores, but did you have any idea that we also employ them? Meet Daisy, the newest cashier at Bookmans Flagstaff. We don’t mind that she occasionally (read: always) drools on the…
This month, Bookmans goes green — even more green than usual. Stop by every location for themed events intended to support and protect our environment. From recycled crafts with Girl Scouts to sustainable energy, don’t miss any of the Earth-friendly fun. Join us as we…
Before Shel Silverstein went on to create of the most notable and widely loved children’s books, he did illustrations for Playboy. He also wrote A Boy Named Sue, the classic performed by Johnny Cash. Anne Sexton, who was known to be both stunning and brilliant,…
Yes, we do! Bookmans now carries brand spankin’ new copies of your favorite, high-demand books. While we bibliophiles love the smell of old books, the thrill of cracking open a brand new edition is an unrivaled experience. Check our shelves and displays regularly as we…
Bookmans Phoenix celebrated Tolkien Reading Day at our Shindig in the Shire. Many attendees dressed for Middle Earth mirth including first and second breakfasts at the Prancing Pony and a cakewalk for trade credit at the Hobbiton Hoedown.
The first installment of a trilogy by author Veronica Roth, Divergent is set within a dystopian version of Chicago. The nationwide film adaptation release was Friday, March 21 and we couldn’t wait to celebrate. Bookmans Mesa invited fans to spend an evening getting to know…
*** CORRECTION: The March 27 movie Mashterpiece will be a spoof ‘n’ of The Inspector General featuring Danny Kaye and not The 1925 version of The Wizard of Oz. *** Local comedians from The National Comedy Theater lampoon The Wizard of Oz (1925) giving it…
*** CORRECTION: The March 27 movie Mashterpiece will be a spoof ‘n’ of The Inspector General featuring Danny Kaye and not The 1925 version of The Wizard of Oz. *** Local comedians from The National Comedy Theater lampoon The Wizard of Oz (1925) giving it…
Greetings, PokéNerds! Last month the Pokémon franchise turned 18 years old. Whether you’re a fan of the classic 151 or a dedicated enthusiast, Bookmans celebrates the history of the highly addictive series. Bookmans Speedway soon begins our own weekly Pokémon Club. Our first Pokémon Pileup…
Support the arts and connect with the community! Bookmans sponsors a new hybrid event series with the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department Latino Institute. Fridays in the Park and Arts and Smarts in the City are two parts of an event concept taking place…
March may be more than half-way over, but we’re not done getting crafty. So far, we celebrated arts of all kinds, including literary arts with Pi Beta Phi’s special Dr. Seuss Storytime, musical arts with Young Jammers’ Ukelele workshop, and the art of films through our…
Bookmans Phoenix teamed up with Phoenix Health Geek to create Springtime Vision Board-inspired crafts at our monthly Crafty Café. Autumn Markley and Katie Greisiger, founders of Phoenix Health Geek, led guests of all ages in fun activities including vision boxes, whimsical mobiles and classic vision…
Bookmans is a popular hang out for creative and artistic types. We think of it as your Third Place. It is hard to predict what you may find or who you may meet at any of our seven locations. In the few years that I…
Attention Non-Profit organizations in the Tucson area! Bookmans donates on a weekly basis to surrounding non-profit groups including schools, hospitals, prisons and other associations in need of books in order to run successfully. Each week, we allow such groups to come to our stores and…
Tired of television? Burnt out on blogging? Has the creativity bug bitten you but you aren’t sure where which activity is your salve? Then we are just in time. Bookmans is getting crafty and we have the ideas and materials to help you make it…
The fading torchlight reaches only a few feet ahead of you. Voices shout and scream in a foreign tongue from the echoing distance. The chalk you used to mark your exploration of this dread dungeon has worn into a useless nub. Perhaps the feeble wizard…
Reviewed by Darcy Short Once in a while we come across a book that, after reading the first three pages, we know will be one of our all-time favorites forever. A book that we know we’ll read until the cover disintegrates and then, regardless of…
Is your inner child calling to you, begging to be set free? Maybe your inner child is already at the wheel? Send them our way because Bookmans does not play around about playing around! We have the latest and most popular board games* that will…
Arizona Museum of Natural History hosts Wine, OH Dino from 6 to 10 p.m. on Friday, March 14. This year they return with Beer ‘N Bones, a 21+ event featuring local craft beers and savory fare. The evening’s festivities include science related fun, food, beverages…
Arizona Museum of Natural History hosts Wine, OH Dino from 6 to 10 p.m. on Friday, March 14. This year they return with Beer ‘N Bones, a 21+ event featuring local craft beers and savory fare. The evening’s festivities include science related fun, food, beverages…