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BiB Main Events

  • Lit Sessions: Open Mic
    Lit Sessions: Open Mic
    Fri, Apr 24
    Burst Into Books Community Arts Space
    Apr 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Burst Into Books Community Arts Space, 119 E 107th St, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
  • Independent Bookstore Day
    Independent Bookstore Day
    Sat, Apr 25
    BiB Community Art Space
    Apr 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    BiB Community Art Space, 119 E 107th St, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
    Join Burst Into Books for Independent Bookstore Day as we celebrate the joy of reading and community! Explore a curated selection of books for all ages, discover new favorites, and enjoy complimentary popcorn while you browse. Come for the books and stay for the vibes—we can’t wait to welcome you!
  • Saturday Cooking Classes
    Saturday Cooking Classes
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Apr 25
    BiB Community Arts Space
    Apr 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
    BiB Community Arts Space, 119 E 107th St, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
    Join our exciting Saturday Cooking Classes! All ages are welcome!
  • Women's History Month Book Club
    Women's History Month Book Club
    Sat, Apr 25
    BiB Community Art Space
    Apr 25, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    BiB Community Art Space, 119 E 107th St, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
    Join JuDonne Hemingway, Board Chair, for a women’s history month book club chat and chew in special honor of her late mother.  Come ready to discuss the book, to honor ourselves as women, and the women in our lives . 
  • Book Signing with Kameron Williams
    Book Signing with Kameron Williams
    Sun, Apr 26
    Burst Into Books Community Arts Space
    Apr 26, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Burst Into Books Community Arts Space, 119 E 107th St, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
    Join us as we celebrate the book launch of Kameron Williams! Come out to hear the inspiration behind his work, enjoy great music from a live DJ, and show your support as he steps into this exciting new chapter. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
  • Celebrating Chicago: Women Who Write
    Celebrating Chicago: Women Who Write
    Sat, May 02
    BiB Community Art Space
    May 02, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    BiB Community Art Space, 119 E 107th St, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
    Let’s celebrate the voices of powerful mamas putting pen to page. Join us for a heart-centered gathering honoring motherhood, storytelling, and creative expression.
  • Book Signing with Ernest Crim III
    Book Signing with Ernest Crim III
    Sat, May 09
    BiB Community Art Space
    May 09, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    BiB Community Art Space, 119 E 107th St, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
    Join us for an engaging discussion and book signing with Ernest Crim III. This will be a great opportunity to explore how the ideas in his book connect to and impact our world today.
  • Entrepreneurs Book Club
    Entrepreneurs Book Club
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, May 15
    BiB Community Arts Space
    May 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    BiB Community Arts Space, 119 E 107th St, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
    Join us for our upcoming book club sessions, where we'll explore powerful books, share ideas, and gain valuable insights to elevate your entrepreneurial journey.
  • Author Storytime with Tina Turner
    Author Storytime with Tina Turner
    Sat, May 16
    Burst Into Books Community Arts Space
    May 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Burst Into Books Community Arts Space, 119 E 107th St, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
    Join us for a family storytime with author Tina Turner as she shares her book "Shh Don't Tell Nobody!" as she empowers children to protect themselves and use their voice.
  • Lit Sessions: Open Mic
    Lit Sessions: Open Mic
    Fri, May 22
    Burst Into Books Community Arts Space
    May 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Burst Into Books Community Arts Space, 119 E 107th St, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
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Book Us For Your Next Event

Monday to Thursday: $125 an hour 

Friday to Sunday: $150 an hour

*Minimum of 2 hours 

*Includes backyard

*50 people capacity max

**$50 discount for nonprofit organizations

 

Add-ons:

-Catering

-Event planning support

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