Stories Beyond the Shelf

August

20

Thursday

New Lenox Farmers Market

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

August

20

Thursday

Psychic Mini Readings & Aura Art - Michele Birk

Pricing:

- Mini readings $20.00

- Aura photography $20.00

- Combo $35.00


RSVP on our Facebook Events page now, and pay for tickets on the day of the event!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

August

21

Friday

Ladies Night Out in New Lenox

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

August

22-23

Saturday & Sunday

Lockport Farmers Market

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

August

23

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

August

24

Monday

Plot Twist Book Club - August Meeting

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

August

25

Tuesday

Michele Birk Book Club - Lucian's Fall Out

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

August

26

Wednesday

Page & Petal Workshop

Join us for a cozy and creative evening at the Page & Petal Workshop! This hands-on crafting experience provides everything you need to design a stunning, long-lasting centerpiece for your bookshelf. Your ticket includes one used hardcover book of your choice from our specially curated shelves, along with all the faux florals and supplies required to bring your vision to life. We will guide you step-by-step through the process of preparing your book and arranging the stems to create a unique piece of custom book art. Perfect for book lovers and crafters alike, this workshop promises an enjoyable and inspiring night of creativity!Page & Petal Workshop

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM


Plot Twist Books, 980 E 9th St, Lockport, IL 60441, USA

August

27

Thursday

New Lenox Farmers Market

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

August

28

Friday

Read & Restore @ The Teal Yogi

Escape the busyness of everyday life and treat yourself to an evening of rest with a good book.

Join us at The Teal Yogi for a 90-minute restorative yoga class and soothing sound bath, all while cozying up with your favorite book or current read, provided by Plot Twist Books.

Doors open 6:00pm
Class starts at 6:30pm

Sign up for the class today:  https://thetealyogi.com/schedule-book/?fbclid=IwY2xjawTZi9pwZG9mA2V4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMTNIZ3NOanIzVlZtSmozeTJzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81MTQ3NzE1NjkyMjgwNjEAAR5PJB6xZ1UYYyYw7QZxICuH4rdDYFx7kMUpgVfIAlBo0EbmbWqvi2MZtNYzRQ_aem_FqWzIRFgLbrBrTk3NkxmdQ

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM


The Teal Yogi, 16127 Farrell Rd, Lockport, IL 60441, USA

August

29

Saturday

Lockport Farmers Market

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

August

29

Saturday

Jesse Severson Author Event

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

August

30

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

September

2

Wednesday

Junk Journal Circle

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

September

3

Thursday

New Lenox Farmers Market

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

September

5

Saturday

Lockport Farmers Market

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

September

5

Saturday

Local Author Event w/ Nikki Merriman

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

September

6

Sunday

2026 Plants, Paws and Pages

All day


133 W. 13th Street Lockport, IL 60441

September

6

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

September

10

Thursday

New Lenox Farmers Market

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

September

10

Thursday

Jordan Haddad - Book Launch Party

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

September

11

Friday

Melissa Campbell and Ruff Draft Event

Puppies and books? What could be better!?



Melissa Campbell is a teacher, indie author, and resident in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. She is partnering with Plot Twist Books and Ruff Draft Inc. Dog Rescue to help dogs get adopted!


Along with dogs that are looking for loving homes, Melissa will also be selling and signing her book 'When Lilies Turn Gray."


To learn more about Ruff Draft visit their website: https://ruffdraftinc.org/

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

September

17

Thursday

New Lenox Farmers Market

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

September

19

Saturday

Lockport Farmers Market

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

September

19

Saturday

Charbooks Cafe Book Club for Kids

For ages 6-11 years old

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

September

19

Saturday

Rudy Knapp Author Event/Signing

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

September

20

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

September

24

Thursday

New Lenox Farmers Market

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

September

27

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

September

28

Monday

Plot Twist Book Club - September Meeting

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

September

29

Thursday

Threshing Day Release Party (More info coming soon!)

Save the date! More information to come soon!!!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

October

4

Sunday

Fall on the Canal

All Day

October

4

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

October

11

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

October

17

Saturday

National Bigfoot Day Market - Lemont, IL

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

October

17

Saturday

The Trackside Halloween Market

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM


133 W 13th St, Lockport, IL 60441, USA

October

18

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

October

26

Monday

Plot Twist Book Club - October Meeting

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

November

1

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

November

8

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

November

13

Friday

Fall on the Canal

Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/uan-dzps-ban

Or dial: (US) +1 832-680-5757 PIN: 559793836#

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Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

November

14

Saturday

Fall on the Canal

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

November

15

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

November

21

Saturday

Bunco w/ Coven Creations

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

November

22

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

November

29

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

December

2

Wednesday

Ceramic Christmas Tree Paint Party with Divine Designs

6:30 PM-8:30 PM


Plot Twist Books, 980 E 9th St, Lockport, IL 60441, USA

December

5

Saturday

2026 State Street Mistletoe Market

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM


133 W 13th St, Lockport, IL 60441, USA

December

5

Saturday

Bunco w/ Coven Creations

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

December

6

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

December

13

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

December

20

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

December

27

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

January

3

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

January

10

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

January

17

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

January

24

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

January

31

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

February

7

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

February

14

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

February

21

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

February

28

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

March

7

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

March

14

Sunday

Storytime w/ Plot Twist Books!

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM