A Seat at the Table Books - Elk Grove's Bookstore/Cafe
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A Seat at the Table Books - Elk Grove's Bookstore/Cafe
@seatbooks.bsky.social
Inclusive, LGBTQ-owned bookstore, cafe, and community hub in Elk Grove, just south of Sacramento.
🌼 Elk Grove's favorite bookstore is turning 4, and we're celebrating with a gift card bonus! 🌼 For every $30 in gift cards you purchase* between TODAY and Dec 31, get a $5 bonus card to use in-store in January.
November 21, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Join us for another evening of bookish fun with Compton's Creations and paint a darling fall-themed wooden art piece! RSVP on Eventbrite now... because space fills up fast!

RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/1811783526...

#PaintandSip
October 13, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Reading aloud as adults, and hearing others read, can help us calm our nervous systems, hear stories differently, build connections, and feel uplifted.
As you listen to Abby read, you can sip hot or iced tea and use our supplies to color or bring your own crafts.
www.eventbrite.com/e/1782287954...
October 13, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Celebrate the release of Among the Burning Flowers, the third book in the Roots of Chaos series, on 9/15 with Samantha Shannon joining virtually at midnight!
By popular demand, we're also opening up the event to virtual attendees. www.eventbrite.com/e/1382978649...
September 9, 2025 at 2:38 AM
BAG SALE ALERT! Come in person between 8/31 and 9/6, choose any bag we sell, and fill it with books to get 15% off.
Use this sale to stock up on classroom library titles, teacher gifts, reading log options, or "brain break" fun reads.

*must mention deal, in-store and in-stock only

#booksale
August 29, 2025 at 4:46 PM
All active ASATTB Sponsors are invited to a mixer on Sept 7 with drinks, charcuterie, and #karaoke hosted by our beloved Dolly Romano. Become a sponsor by August 24 to get your invite! For sponsorship options and our signup form, visit our website and check out Sponsor Us in the FAQ menu.
August 19, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Plants and seeds available: Bonnie and Sophia developed our Little Free Plant Shelf and Alisa created our Community Seed Bank! 🪴 There are various cuttings, numerous seed options, and garden plants like tomatoes, cucumbers, and herbs available for swap! 📷️ Photos by Christina Best Thomas #plantlover
August 17, 2025 at 9:12 PM
We are OPEN while the building is being painted! Come get book recs from Arden today and enjoy eco-roasted coffee, locally made pastries, or a glass of wine while you read or work. #ShopLocal
August 13, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Tomorrow 7/26, join ASATT Community Initiative for a fun and interactive storytime event with Lisa, retired theater teacher who knows how to bring stories to life! After a fun and interactive read-aloud, Lisa will lead a themed craft.
July 24, 2025 at 9:32 PM
We have something for everyone at Elk Grove's only bookstore and community hub! Find all of our event details on Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.com/o/a-seat-at-...
July 14, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Are you a local romance author, or vendor with romantic themes? We're looking for more vendors and authors to fill out #BookstoreRomanceDay on 8/9! The $40 vending fee includes a market spot and inclusion on our social media marketing. Email Events@ASeatAtTheTableBooks.Org for more information.
July 13, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Come enjoy Pride Trivia with WClub Sacramento South, a social group for queer women+, on June 12 at 6:30pm! No RSVP required. Come with friends or on your own--WClub members love making new people feel welcome! Our cafe will be open so you can enjoy Pride drinks, wine, pizza, or pastries.
June 9, 2025 at 4:06 PM
We have something for everyone at Elk Grove's only bookstore and community hub! Find all of our event details on Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.com/o/a-seat-at-... #IndieBookstore
June 8, 2025 at 7:59 PM
☕ Science Cafés make science accessible for all with a TEDx vibe, free treats from CASE, and community connection.
🔍️ Tonight, Theo Claire shared about paths for salmon restoration in the Central Valley.
🎙 July 2 is Your Friendly Neighborhood Volcanoes: www.eventbrite.com/e/1390766272...
June 5, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Want to start a craft, study, affinity, or game group and just need the space? Do you like to give everyone a seat at the table?
Email info@aseatatthetablebooks.org subject "community meetup"! When you promote this group on social and let us share, we'll thank you by giving you a free drink.
May 31, 2025 at 10:35 PM
This Father's Day, we're holding space at the store for whatever you're feeling. We'll have an area for discussing grief and loss and another for anger, frustration, and confusion. Journal prompts and reverse coloring will be available. For the last half hour, we'll offer open sharing on the mic.
May 31, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Author Event Alert 📖

Join us on June 3 from 6-8 to celebrate the release of "Promise Keeper" by Verde Arzu!

💖Meet the author
💖Discuss the writing process
💖Get your copy signed

RSVP www.eventbrite.com/e/1376857621...
May 31, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Attention local artists! We're looking for more community artist work to fill out our art wall. If you've got pieces you want to sell in our store, displayed proudly in our cafe space, you can reach out to Arden for more information. ⁠

Email Arden at: arden@aseatatthetablebooks.org⁠
May 31, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
Thank your kids' teachers by getting them gift cards to Elk Grove's only bookstore! They can enjoy everything from books and tote bags to eco-roasted coffee and locally made pastries. We have both physical and emailed gift card options on our website!
May 5, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Please consider A Seat at the Table Community Initiative for your #bigdayofgiving donations! We're a scrappy, locally rooted nonprofit with an all-volunteer team doing great work to support literacy & education, community development, and mutual aid.
May 1, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Join us for a welcoming Open Mic on 3rd Fridays at 6:15! Share your talent with our super supportive community.
On May 16, we're thrilled to welcome back The Lizz Shine Band. Lizz is a "Songwriter, Diva, Activist" who spreads hope and love through her music. www.eventbrite.com/e/1255146459...
April 17, 2025 at 12:36 AM
What an incredible first #ScienceCafe, with 45 people and free snacks from our partners at CASE (California Association of Science Educators).
RSVP for next month’s meeting on May 7: www.eventbrite.com/e/1317608635...
April 9, 2025 at 2:40 AM
We were proud to be featured on CapRadio Insight with Vicki Gonzalez in advance of our first #sciencecafe! www.capradio.org/news/insight...
April 9, 2025 at 2:40 AM
We started as a pop-up business! We love hosting other small businesses. That's why we welcome two vendors to set up outside of our store every weekend day.
The vendor fee is just $30, and your spot will be reserved upon payment. See details:
aseatatthetablebooks.org/contact-faq/...

#vendormarket
March 11, 2025 at 1:47 AM
Calling local queer women/nonbinary people who want to make friends! WClub, a women-focused LGBTQ social group, is hosting trivia night on 3/13 at 6:30pm! Our full cafe will be open. Plus, get to know members of WClub! RSVP to info@aseatatthetablebooks.org with subject "WClub Trivia."
March 2, 2025 at 7:17 PM