Bookmans Goes Over the Edge
If you live in Tucson or have ever visited for the day, you may have driven past the 5151 building on East Broadway Boulevard. At 17-stories tall, it’s the tallest commercial building in Tucson and my coworker, Stephanie, and I rappelled down it last Saturday….
Bookmans Has Cool Covered with These March Events!
Oh boy, does Bookmans have some amazing things happening in March! Not only do we have cool covered on the shopping front, we also have it covered on the event front too! Take a look and see what’s heading to a Bookmans store near you…
How to Make the Most of Tucson Festival of Books
It’s the 10th year of the Tucson Festival of Books it was founded in 2009 to improve Literacy rates in southern Arizona. With that mission in mind, the festival has become a Tucson staple for our rich writing and reading community. The Tucson Festival of…
A Bookmans Guide To Snow Days
Unlike our dear friends down south, Bookmans Flag is blessed with seasons and even snow! That’s right we’ve got that sweet fluffy stuff. The stuff snowmen and dreams are made of. And in honor of the fact that Flagstaff and Northern Arizona got truly dumped on…
Proclaim Your Love of Reading with Bookmans!
It’s strange how February is the shortest month of the year but it’s also full of holidays and observances. In February we celebrate Black History Month, Children’s Authors and Illustrators Week, and Tell a Fairytale Day. There’s also Valentine’s Day, President’s Day, and yes, Super…
Bookmans Events to Fill Up Your February Calendar
Even if the month is shorter than most, there are no shortage of happenings at your local Bookmans this February. Whether you live down in Tucson, are right in the middle of things in Phoenix or Mesa, or are still enjoying the last of the…
Bookmans at the Tucson Jazz Festival
The HSL Properties Tucson Jazz Festival has become the premier event for Tucson in January. From January 11th to 21st, venues from the East end of downtown like the Rialto Theatre, Hotel Congress, and Playground Bar and Lounge to the West end like the Fox…
Lords and Ladies, the Arizona Renaissance Festival is Upon Us!
*Bookmans issued buy-one-get-one entry coupons are valid ONLY on Feb 8, Feb 9, or Feb 17 (Presidents Day). The one-free-child-with-the-purchase-of-one-adult entry coupon is valid from Feb 22 – Mar 29th only. Good morrow, all! The 32nd Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival and Marketplace is bringing us…
2019: New Year, New You!
A new year isn’t just a change about changing out your calendar. It’s the time of year when we take stock of our lives, past, present, and future, and look to the new year with hopefulness about what can be. At Bookmans, we make sure…
Bookmans Upcycled Holiday Decorating Challenge – Cast Your Vote!
Growing up, Bookmans has always had a special place in my heart and ever since I was a kid, it was a dream of mine to work there. I would always visit the store and find myself completely mesmerized by the expansive bookshelves and the…
‘Tis the Season: Bookmans Phoenix Gives Back
The time that you spend with your family, friends, and chosen loved ones is very special. Here at Bookmans Phoenix, we consider ourselves incredibly lucky to have the support of you. Our community has come together to help us help others during this time of…
6 Reasons to Go to the Theater
I was born and raised in the small town of Prescott, Arizona. With such a tiny community, there weren’t many theatrical opportunities for children and teens, but I still jumped in on any and all shows that I could. Two years ago I moved to…
Bookmans Gives Back
Something magical happened at the Bookmans warehouse the other day, a collaboration that stretches across continents! All month long, Bookmans has been collaborating with organizations and business across the state from the Educational Enrichment Foundation and Ben’s Bells in Tucson to Voices for CASA Children…
A Month of Merriment is Heading Your Way!
There’s tons of festive cheer to end the year at your local Bookmans this December! Of course, you can’t have much Christmas cheer without a visit from Santa Claus! Bookmans has been in touch with jolly ol’ St. Nick and he assures us that he will…
Happy WolfeNoot!
We are less than a week away from the what might possibly be the most important holiday of the year. Where we celebrate love, friendship, and shower our loved ones with treats and belly rubs. No, no, we are not talking about Thanksgiving. I am…
Why Shop Local?
We all know it is important to support small local businesses. But why? America was built on the backs of small businesses. For centuries, local economies boomed because of the dedication and support of people just like you! Every November Bookmans celebrates Shop Local, Give…
Shop Local and Give Local with Bookmans!
Every November, Bookmans celebrates Shop Local, Give Local month. We are thrilled to be your local go-to for finding and exploring your love of all things local. Bookmans is always excited to work with local community members and artisans, and this month we have so…
Tips for Surviving Tucson Comic-Con
It’s that time of year again and Tucson Comic-Con is right around the corner. As an avid convention attendee, this is one of my favorite times of the year. I’m often so overcome with excitement and anticipation of the weekend ahead I forget to take…
Finding Your Moment(s) of Zen
Much to our chagrin, the month of October is not all about Halloween, horror, and the macabre. October is also about looking inward toward one’s self and finding new ways to handle and express your feelings in a positive way. That’s right, October is National…
Cassette Tapes: The New Vinyl
You may have thought cassette tapes had died with the 90’s. We’re excited to say that they are back! The resurgence of vinyl has been steady for the past decade, but it isn’t the only media that has come back. In 2016, cassette tapes sales…