Upcoming Events
Bookshop Yoga
Gentle Morning Yoga at Birdie Books
Start your morning with a moment of calm among the shelves. Join us for a gentle yoga class inside the bookstore, designed to help you ease into the day with intention, breath, and gentle movement.
This class will focus on slow, accessible stretches and breath-work, offering time to ground, reset, and move mindfully. Participants should feel comfortable sitting on the floor and transitioning between seated, standing, and gentle movement on the mat.
At 9:00 AM, when class ends, the bookstore and ReadMore Bar will open—making you the first to browse new books, sip a coffee, and grab a fresh baked good as a perfect post-practice treat.
Space is limited. Come stretch, breathe, and welcome the day—bookstore style.
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Monster Makers! Create your own Graphic Novel with Author Kate Messner
Join best selling author Kate Messner
Elementary-aged creators are invited to design their own monster characters in this hands-on graphic novel workshop led by bestselling children’s author Kate Messner! Young participants will explore creativity, character design, and visual storytelling in a fun, welcoming environment.
Tickets are per child participating in the workshop. A caregiver must remain on the premises during the event and is welcome to observe the presentation or enjoy time at the ReadMore Bar.
Following the workshop, Kate Messner will be available to sign books, and copies will be available for purchase at Birdie Books.
Tickets are free but space Is limited!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Speed Puzzle Night
Ready… set… puzzle!
Grab your friends and put your teamwork to the test at our Speed Puzzle Night—a fun, low-key competition perfect for puzzle lovers of all levels.
Each team will receive the same 1,000-piece puzzle, and the race is on! The first team to finish takes home a $50 Birdie Books gift card—plus bragging rights, of course.
What your ticket includes:
Entry for one team (up to 4 people per team)
A 1,000-piece puzzle to keep after the event
💲 Entry Fee: $35 per team 👥 Team Size: Up to 4 people 🎟️ Spots Available: Only 8 teams total — very limited!
Specialty Bunny Story Time
Specialty Bunny Story Time
Hop on over to Birdie Books for a special bunny-themed story time with local author and pediatric speech-language pathologist, Emily Ferjencik! Join us for a lively reading of Funny Bunny: What’s That Sound?—a playful children’s book that invites young readers to listen closely and discover the sounds all around them.
This interactive 30-minute program is full of fun and movement, featuring singing, games, playful sound-making, and a joyful read-aloud of Funny Bunny. Perfect for little ones who love to wiggle, giggle, and participate along the way!
Celebrate the arrival of spring with this delightful story time experience designed especially for preschoolers and young children. This is a free community event! Signed books will be available for purchase following the reading!
Plant bingo with Overgrown
About this event
Join us for a leafy twist on a classic favorite! Birdie Books is teaming up with our friends at Over Grown for a plant-themed BINGO night hosted at the ReadMore Bar inside Birdie Books.
For $10, your ticket includes 5 rounds of BINGO, with prizes awarded every round. Winners can look forward to a fun mix of goodies including live house plants, swag, discounts, and tasty treats.
The ReadMore Bar will be serving up a specialty themed cocktail available for purchase, along with their full menu of food and drinks. Grab a drink, grab a card, and settle in for a cozy, playful evening surrounded by books, plants, and good company!
Sit & Write
Sit & Write: A Screen-Free Writing Club
Join us weekly at ReadMore Cafe inside Birdie Books for a morning of creativity and inspiration. Leave your screens behind and immerse yourself in the art of writing. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this club is for anyone looking to put pen to paper and let their thoughts flow.
A gentle, judgment-free writing hour. Bring your notebook and write quietly alongside other writers—no sharing required, just focused time on the page.
Dirty Birdie Book Club
A swoony, spicy romance club for big feelings, bold opinions, and happily-ever-afters.
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Sit & Write
Sit & Write: A Screen-Free Writing Club
Join us weekly at ReadMore Cafe inside Birdie Books for a morning of creativity and inspiration. Leave your screens behind and immerse yourself in the art of writing. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this club is for anyone looking to put pen to paper and let their thoughts flow.
A gentle, judgment-free writing hour. Bring your notebook and write quietly alongside other writers—no sharing required, just focused time on the page.
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Poetry Jam
Open Mic Poetry night
Poetry Jam at Birdie Books is a cozy, community-centered open mic celebrating poetry in all its forms—spoken word, page poetry, experimental pieces, and everything in between.
Poets may sign up in advance to share original work, with each reader receiving 3–5 minutes at the mic. Advance sign-ups help us keep the evening relaxed, respectful of time, and welcoming to all voices. A limited number of audience spots will be available for those who simply want to listen and enjoy.
Whether you’re a seasoned poet, a first-time reader, or a poetry lover, this is a judgment-free, applause-heavy space rooted in connection and creativity. Enjoy coffee, cocktails, and bookstore vibes while you read, listen, or do both.
Please Note: All food and beverages are available for purchase. This is a community open mic and some performances may include mature language or themes. Listener discretion advised.
Cozy Crafting
Cozy Crafting night
Join us on the second Tuesday of the month starting at 4:30 pm
Bring your current creative project and settle in for a laid-back, crafty hangout at ReadMore Bar!
Whether you’re knitting, stitching, sketching, journaling, or collaging, this is your time to unwind, create, and enjoy the warm, cozy atmosphere. No instruction, no pressure—just good vibes, good company, and plenty of space to make something you love. Come for a little while or settle in for the long haul—it’s totally up to you.
All skill levels welcome. BYO craft. Come solo or bring a friend, grab a drink, and get comfy.
Sit & Write
Sit & Write: A Screen-Free Writing Club
Join us weekly at ReadMore Cafe inside Birdie Books for a morning of creativity and inspiration. Leave your screens behind and immerse yourself in the art of writing. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this club is for anyone looking to put pen to paper and let their thoughts flow.
A gentle, judgment-free writing hour. Bring your notebook and write quietly alongside other writers—no sharing required, just focused time on the page.
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Silent Reading Club
an evening of quiet reading
No discussion, no assigned book, no pressure! Just a cozy evening of quiet reading in good company.
Bring whatever you’re currently enjoying, or pick something from the shelves. Grab a drink, and settle in alongside fellow book lovers.
Earth Day Book & Plant Swap
Earth Day Book & Plant Swap
Celebrate Earth Day with us at Birdie Books! In partnership with Sustainable Westerville and Over Grown, we’re hosting a Book & Plant Swap—a fun, eco-friendly way to refresh your bookshelf and green your space.
Bring a gently used book to swap with fellow book lovers, as well as a propagated plant, seeds, or small plant to trade. Connect with your community, discover new reads, and find your next favorite plant!
All leftover books will be donated to a local organization, spreading the joy of reading even further. Swap, share, and celebrate sustainability with us—right on our patio space outside the store.
Arab-American Heritage Month: Author Visit with Aya Khalil
Author visit
Join Birdie at the Westerville Public Library to enjoy a reading of Ramadan for Everyone by Ohio children's author Aya Khalil.
Crafts, book signing, and book sale to follow.
Sit & Write
Sit & Write: A Screen-Free Writing Club
Join us weekly at ReadMore Cafe inside Birdie Books for a morning of creativity and inspiration. Leave your screens behind and immerse yourself in the art of writing. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this club is for anyone looking to put pen to paper and let their thoughts flow.
A gentle, judgment-free writing hour. Bring your notebook and write quietly alongside other writers—no sharing required, just focused time on the page.
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Arbor Day
Free Trees!
This Arbor Day, Russell Tree Experts will be visiting Birdie Books to give away 1,000 tree saplings! Just stop by the bookshop to claim your free tree and chat with a Certified Arborist on how to properly plant your tree at home! No purchase necessary!
Tree Pick-Up Locations:
Birdie Books, 74 N State St. Westerville, Ohio 43081
Russell Tree Experts, 3427 E Dublin Granville Rd, Westerville, Ohio 43081
Independent Book Store Day
Independent Bookstore Day 2026!
Our favorite day of the year is almost here—Independent Bookstore Day!
We absolutely adore our bookish community, and this national celebration is our chance to throw a party in honor of our shared love of all things books.
We will have a prize wheel, food truck, giveaways, and exclusive merch to celebrate the best day of the year!
Indie Bookstore Crawl
To make the weekend even more exciting, we’re once again participating in the Indie Bookstore Crawl with fellow Central Ohio bookshops! This year, the crawl runs both Saturday and Sunday.
Here’s how it works:
Pick up a Crawl Card at your first bookstore
Get it stamped at each stop you make
Visit at least 7 participating stores
Turn in your completed card at your final stop to be entered to win one of five amazing Swag Bags, packed with books, gift cards, and goodies from local bookstores
It’s a Party!
We hope you’ll come celebrate with us—you won’t want to miss this joyful, book-filled day.
Mark your calendars: Saturday, April 25th!
Sit & Write
Sit & Write: A Screen-Free Writing Club
Join us weekly at ReadMore Cafe inside Birdie Books for a morning of creativity and inspiration. Leave your screens behind and immerse yourself in the art of writing. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this club is for anyone looking to put pen to paper and let their thoughts flow.
A gentle, judgment-free writing hour. Bring your notebook and write quietly alongside other writers—no sharing required, just focused time on the page.
Words in Bloom
Join us for an evening where flowers meet storytelling.
In this hands-on workshop with Canvas Blooms, guests will create a floral arrangement inspired by language, imagination, and personal expression. Each participant will choose a word from a curated collection of literary-inspired prompts—think words that evoke mood, meaning, and imagery.
From there, you’ll select a vessel and begin building a floral design that reflects your chosen word (or whatever inspiration strikes). With guidance from a professional florist, you’ll learn foam-free floral design techniques and explore how color, texture, and symbolism can shape your arrangement.
The workshop will feature a thoughtfully curated mix of premium blooms and unique seasonal flowers in rich and unexpected colors, giving you plenty of creative options to bring your vision to life.
Workshop Includes:
A guided introduction to foam-free floral arranging techniques
A curated list of literary-inspired words to spark your design
Your choice of vessel for your arrangement
A beautiful selection of seasonal blooms in unique colors and textures
Personalized guidance in selecting flowers based on color, type, and symbolism
Leave with your own meaningful floral creation—and perhaps a new favorite word.
Food and drinks will be available for purchase from the café and bar during the event.
Dirty Birdie Book Club
About This Book Club
This adult romance book club is dedicated to swoon-worthy happily-ever-afters, broody heartthrobs, and delightfully dirty page-turners. Expect lively discussion, big feelings, spicy opinions, and absolutely zero judgment.
Each month’s read will vary in spice level, from flirty slow burns to extra-steamy favorites—so there’s always something new to explore. Come as you are, bring your favorite tropes, and settle in with fellow romance readers who get it!
This Month’s Book
And Now Back To You by BK Borison
Jackson Clark and Delilah Stewart have had their fair share of run-ins over the years, often ending in disaster. While Jackson thrives on routine and organization from the comfort of his radio booth, Delilah loves the spontaneity and adventure out in the field. When they’re partnered against their will to cover a historic snowstorm, they find themselves scrambling to figure out how to work together.
Coffee & Chapters
ABout This Book Club
Start your morning with coffee, conversation, and a great story. Each month we’ll dive into a different fiction pick and enjoy relaxed, thoughtful discussion in the ReadMore Bar.
This Month’s Book
Half His Age by Jennette McCurdy
Waldo is ravenous. Horny. Blunt. Naive. Wise. Impulsive. Lonely. Angry. Forceful. Hurting. Perceptive. Endlessly wanting. And the thing she wants most of all: Mr. Korgy, her creative writing teacher with the wife and the kid and the mortgage and the bills, with the dead dreams and the atrophied looks and the growing paunch. She doesn’t know why she wants him. Is it his passion? His life experience? The fact that he knows books and films and things that she doesn’t? Or is it purer than that, rooted in their unlikely connection, their kindred spirits, the similar filter with which they each take in the world around them? Or, perhaps, it’s just enough that he sees her when no one else does.
Cozy Crafting
Cozy Crafting night
Join us on the second Tuesday of the month starting at 4:30 pm
Bring your current creative project and settle in for a laid-back, crafty hangout at ReadMore Bar!
Whether you’re knitting, stitching, sketching, journaling, or collaging, this is your time to unwind, create, and enjoy the warm, cozy atmosphere. No instruction, no pressure—just good vibes, good company, and plenty of space to make something you love. Come for a little while or settle in for the long haul—it’s totally up to you.
All skill levels welcome. BYO craft. Come solo or bring a friend, grab a drink, and get comfy.
Booked for Murder
about this book club
This adult mystery club meets monthly to dive into clever mysteries, suspenseful thrillers, and page-turning stories full of secrets, suspects, and surprises. Perfect for curious minds, dedicated readers, and amateur sleuths who can’t rest until every clue clicks into place.
This Month’s Book
Too Old For This by Samantha Downing
Lottie Jones thought her crimes were behind her…
Decades earlier, she changed her identity and tucked herself away in a small town. Her most exciting nights are the weekly bingo games at the local church and gossiping with her friends. When investigative journalist Plum Dixon shows up on her doorstep asking questions about Lottie’s past and specifically her involvement with numerous unsolved cases, well, Lottie just can’t have that.
Spells & Slow Burns Book
For readers who love magic with their romance. Each month we’ll alternate between cozy, character-driven love stories and sweeping, epic romantasies—always with slow burns, enchanted worlds, and plenty to swoon over.
Silent Reading Club
an evening of quiet reading
No discussion, no assigned book, no pressure! Just a cozy evening of quiet reading in good company.
Bring whatever you’re currently enjoying, or pick something from the shelves. Grab a drink, and settle in alongside fellow book lovers.
Westerville Pride Festival
Westerville Pride Festival 2026
Birdie Books looks forward to being a vendor at Westerville Queer Collective’s 2026 pride festival!
WQC has been hosting a Pride festival in Uptown Westerville since 2020! With each new year WQC brings new experiences to Westerville with performances, local vendors, music, and more.
Silent Reading Club
an evening of quiet reading
No discussion, no assigned book, no pressure! Just a cozy evening of quiet reading in good company.
Bring whatever you’re currently enjoying, or pick something from the shelves. Grab a drink, and settle in alongside fellow book lovers.
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Sustainable Story Time
Sustainable Story Time
Join us at Birdie Books for a special community story time hosted by Sustainable Westerville!
This engaging, kid-friendly event will introduce little readers to the big ideas of sustainability through fun read-alouds and interactive discussions. Families will learn simple, everyday ways to care for our planet—perfect for sparking thoughtful conversations at home.
This is a free community event, and all are welcome. We can’t wait to see you there!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
Book Bae Event
Who’s the most swoon-worthy fictional love interest? you tell us! enjoy complimentary coffee while you Discover (or rediscover!) new stories to love and fun characters to crush on. Plus! write a little love letter to yourself or someone important in your life at our tiny message station!Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
I have a dream STORY TIME!
Join us for I Have A Dream Story Time on Monday, January 19, at 10:30am! We'll read books inspired by Martin Luther King Jr. and the world he envisioned, and have a craft to work on. This story time will replace our usual story time on Thursday, January 22nd.
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend — claim your free tickets below!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for Children’s Story Time where we’ll read fun stories aloud and get creative with a crafting activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
Ice Sculpture Tour
Uptown Westerville transforms into a winter wonderland as more than 30 dazzling ice sculptures line the streets of the historic Uptown district. Sip, shop, and dine your way through Uptown while soaking in the sights, sounds, and spirit of the holiday season.
Festive Pajama Story time!
Join us for Festive PJ Story Time this Thursday, December 19 to read stories about holidays around the world, make crafts, enjoy a treat, and have snow much fun with Team Birdie!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! TICKETS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for children’s story time! We’ll share our love of reading by reading some stories aloud and have a coloring activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
WQC Clothing + Food Drive
Join Westerville Queer Collective (WQC) on Saturday morning during the Christmas Parade as they host a clothing and canned food drive on our patio! They’ll have hot cocoa and will be collecting the following items:
Warm clothing (Coats, sweatshirts, etc.)
Canned goods
Books for the WQC little free libraries around Westerville
Finacial donations which will go toward filling the WQC’s Food Pantry shelves (as will the quarters from Birdie’s Literary Palm Reader this month!)
Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting
Celebrate the season at the Annual City of Westerville Tree Lighting! Enjoy dazzling projection displays, festive photo ops, music from a live DJ, and Uptown shops open late—Follow the Parade of Lights traveling south on State St. at 7 PM as it makes its way to City Hall for the official tree lighting.
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for children’s story time! We’ll share our love of reading by reading some stories aloud and have a coloring activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
Small Business Saturday
This Small Business Saturday, show some love to the small businesses in uptown Westerville! Stop by Birdie Books and shop local to make a real difference!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for children’s story time! We’ll share our love of reading by reading some stories aloud and have a coloring activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for children’s story time! We’ll share our love of reading by reading some stories aloud and have a coloring activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
Spooky Story Time!
Come out to our Spooky Storytime in your halloween costume! We’ll read some fun halloween themed booooooks, have a tasty treat and do a creepy craft together! Space is limited and fills up fast, RSVP here before it’s too laaaate muahaha!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for children’s story time! We’ll share our love of reading by reading some stories aloud and have a coloring activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
Potions, Plants & Pages
Potions, Plants & Pages at The Draft Room, Friday, October 17, 2025, 6:30-9pm
Birdie Books is teaming up with some fantastic local businesses to bring you a fun-filled night full of booze, boos, and booooooks!
Come out in your best literary costumes and pick up a spooky (or cozy if that’s more your thing) book and pair it with a special genre-themed Watershed Distillery cocktail! Baker’s Acres will also be there with your next favorite houseplant (sans cobwebs) and maybe a last-minute pumpkin?!
Who will be there?
Costumes are optional, but you get extra raffle tickets, plus it’s fun, so do it!
3 raffle prizes will be given away with items from each participating shop! Raffle tickets are given for each purchase.
Tickets are not needed for entry, just show up! Can’t wait to see you there!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for children’s story time! We’ll share our love of reading by reading some stories aloud and have a coloring activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team every Thursday at 10:30am for children’s story time! We’ll share our love of reading by reading some stories aloud and have a coloring activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend! Walk-ins welcome!
Story Time!
Join the Birdie team on Friday at 10:30am for children’s story time! We’ll share our love of reading by reading some stories aloud and have a coloring activity!
Great for all ages! Guardian supervision required. No purchase required to attend!
Ink The Change
Stop by Birdie Books and write a postcard to an elected official! A Harvard study found that when just 3.5% of a population joins a non-violent action, the movement never fails. In the U.S., that is 12 million postcards to Congress. Bring your ideas and the group will provide the rest! Stamps, postcards, writing materials, list of current issues with optional prompts, along with addresses of local and nationally elected officials will be provided. Make your voice heard on the issues that matter most to you! hosted by Birdie friends Danielle Steele and Jenny Beckwith.
Autumn Equinox Storytime
Storytimes at Birdie
Fall into a book! Join the Birdie Team this Friday (9/19) for a changing of the seasons inspired Storytime! Monday 9/22 is the autumn equinox so we will be reading a few books bidding summer goodbye and welcoming in fall! There will be a fall related activity to go along with the theme.
Perfect For:
Open to kiddos of all ages and their guardians! Guardians are required to stay with their kids during the entirety of the storytime.
No tickets needed!
Meg Cabot Author Event
This ticketed event is hosted by Westerville Public Library and consists of multiple ways to engage with author Meg Cabot – from 5-6pm, enjoy wine, charcuterie and conversation with the author at Meza Wine Shop ($100, proceeds benefit the Westerville Library Foundation). At 6pm, doors open at the high school, where we’ll be on-hand, selling books. From 7-8pm, enjoy a presentation about Meg Cabot’s life and writing, followed by audience Q&A and book signing. Tickets are $20 ($10 for seniors and students) and can be purchased via the Westerville Public Library.