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….
Spring Gardening Weekend Guide
As soon as March 1st comes around, I get excited about spring. It’s the first day I feel comfortable giving a side-eye to cold days and plan on putting away my sweaters. That’s especially true here in sunny Southern Arizona. More specifically for me in…
Spread the Love of Giving!
Did you know that the state of Arizona has over 15,000 registered 501(c)3 charitable organizations? All of these organizations have committed to providing vital services in many forms to our communities. So, why is volunteering important? Volunteers provide economic support to those in need through…
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…
2019 Phoenix Book Challenge
Why should kids have all the fun? Inspired by Bookmans’ Read 10 Program, we’re pretty darn excited to announce the 2019 Phoenix Book Challenge! Never participated in a book challenge before? No worries, it’s incredibly simple. With suggested prompts provided by us, you will be…
Winner Wednesday: Ace Comic Con
***CONTEST CLOSED*** Exciting news – ACE Comic Con is returning to Gila River Arena January 11-13, 2019! With guest announcements like Tom Hiddleston, Michael Fassbender, David Tennant, Krysten Ritter, Charlie Cox and more, this event is sure to please even the pickiest of pop-culture fanatics. ACE…
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…
How to Adopt a Shelter Dog in AZ
October is National Adopt A Shelter Dog Month. Did you know that approximately 6.5 million animals enter U.S. animal shelters every year? Did you also know that Arizona has the highest rate of euthanasia in the entire country? Bookmans encourage you to adopt instead of shop…
25 Tips and Tricks for Dungeons and Dragons Players: Part One
Wow – there’s been a lot of love for Dungeons and Dragons at Bookmans lately. People are picking up the Lost Mine of Phandelver starter set, dice, and game books in droves. There’s no better time to impart some wisdom for newbies from a veteran…
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….
Geek Out with Bookmans in May!
Bookmans is into geeking out any day, anytime, and anywhere. But there’s just something about May that makes us geek out harder than ever. From video games to comics to music to movies, Bookmans is the place people go to expand your geeky horizons. It’s…
Everyone Loves Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons isn’t geek culture, it’s pop culture. For the uninitiated, Dungeons & Dragons is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Of course, for those who play, it’s so much more than that. At its core, D&D is about storytelling; it’s about you and your friends telling a…
Everyone Loves Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons isn’t geek culture, it’s pop culture. For the uninitiated, Dungeons & Dragons is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Of course, for those who play, it’s so much more than that. At its core, D&D is about storytelling; it’s about you and your friends telling a…
Disney Movies to Watch During the Holidays
Disney movies are something everyone can enjoy whether they’re 5 years old or 105 years old. Each movie pulls at your heartstrings and draws you into a world of magic and fantasy – the perfect way to spend the holidays (and not get bogged down in…
Twitter Treasure Hunt Commandeers Phoenix!
Just in time for the week of Blackbeard Friday and Small Business Saturday, Bookmans collaborates with Local First AZ (LFA) to bring you an action-packed Twitter Treasure Hunt! We have hidden seven spectacular prize packs at seven LFA businesses in the Phoenix Metro area and…
Spread the Local Love
Every November, Bookmans celebrates supporting locally owned businesses with Shop Local Give Local Month. We believe independently owned businesses are the key to creating and maintaining cultural diversity. This is what makes Tucson, Arizona so unique. Our lovely city is stuffed with unique local businesses…
Freebie Fridays: Win a Gift Card to La Bocca Urban Pizzeria
***CONTEST CLOSED*** As part of our belief that it pays to shop local, each and every Friday this November Bookmans Mesa hosts an annual contest called Freebie Fridays. This series showcases different local businesses every week. It’s also your chance to experience parts of the…
Shop Local Give Local Sale At Bookmans East!
Bookmans is bringing you the deals once again! Bookmans East Tucson location is having a 20% off storewide sale to celebrate shopping and giving local this busy holiday season. Enjoy 20% books, movies, music and more all day Sunday, November 5th. But that’s not all! Bring a…