Camp SNAP Art & Gift Boutique! May 2nd at Florey's!

Florey's Books welcomes members of Camp SNAP as they display and sell their arts and crafts!

***Saturday, May 2nd, 10am-6pm***

From SNAP:

Join SNAP for a free show case of multiple artists work, which will all be available for purchase. Find cool pieces of:

- Art: Photography, Watercolors....
- Jewelry: By RMD Designs and others!
- Antiques
- Bags, neck-shades, and more!

What is SNAP? We are a Burning Man Theme Camp for 2015 that is trying to raise money for our camp. SNAP Gifts coffee, tea, and iced water for three hours every day on the Playa. We also are working on building a large game lounge with games of all sizes, yes GIANT games included, for Burners of all ages to enjoy and socialize over.

Come by say HI and show some love and support to local artist and your local Burning Man Camp.

For more information see their site here:

http://campsnap.wix.com/snap

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We hope to see you!

***Saturday, May 2nd, 10am-6pm***

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Florey's Book Co.
2120 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 355-8811
Open 10am to 6pm every day (8pm Fridays)
http://www.floreysbooks.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/FloreysBookCo

May 2015 Events at Florey's Book Co.

Florey's invites you to our special events this month!

Remember that you can get more information on each event as it approaches on our sites:

http://www.floreysbooks.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/FloreysBookCo

Florey's provides free Wi-fi internet access!

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Our special events this month:

-Camp SNAP Art & Gift Boutique
Handcrafted art & other gifts from Camp SNAP!
See their site here: http://campsnap.wix.com/snap
Saturday, May 2nd, 10am-6pm

-"A Fairytale"
Book event with author Victoria Saitz
What if the "happily ever after" wasn't as happy as everyone thinks?
Saturday, May 9th, 2-4pm

-'Way of the Modern Mystic' Gathering and Walk
Based on principles and practices from the novel
"Chasing Serenity" by A.O. Sullivan
Meet at Florey's, then a healing walk on the beach.
More info & RSVP: 650-455-2145, info@amysullivanmft.com
Saturday, May 16th, 10am-12noon

-"The Tryceratops"
Book event with author John Edwards
A story for children about trying new things!
See more here: http://thirdscribe.com/members/johnedwards/
Saturday, May 16th, 2-4pm

"Singing with the Sirens"
Book event with author Ellyn Bell
Overcoming the effects of childhood sexual exploitation.
Saturday, May 23rd, 2-4pm

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Please note our ongoing events:

-Monday Meditation Group
A guided meditation with Bruce Tassi and Amy Hanley
Mondays, 7:30-9:00pm

-"Fiber Fridays", Knitting, Crochet, any sort of string craft,
Fridays, 6-8pm All varieties of string and fabric craft are welcome!

-Saturday Storytime! Children's event,
the second Saturday each month, May 9th, 10-11am
Bring the little ones and enjoy a fun story!

-Pacifica Writers Forum, meets the 3rd Thursday of each month,
May 21st, 7:30 pm. Come and share the joy of writing, reading, and poetry!

-Pacifica Book Club
Get to know your neighbors, read and discuss the book of the month,
drinks + light bites. All are welcome to join!
This month: "The Goldfinch" by Donna Tartt
Tuesday, May 26th 7:30-9pm

-Culture Club - discussion group
Engage in conversation on a monthly topic.
Drinks + light bites. All are welcome to join!
Wednesday, May 27th, 7:30-9pm

-Poetry at Florey's, the last Saturday of the month,the 30th, 7:30-9:30pm
Featured poets, followed by an open mic. Share your poems, or just listen.

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As always, we hope to see you!

Florey's Book Co.
2120 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 355-8811
Open 10am to 6pm every day (8pm Fridays)
http://www.floreysbooks.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/FloreysBookCo

Pacifica Culture Club! April's Topic: The Stigma of Mental Illness, April 29th at Florey's!

Florey's welcomes you to our culture discussion club!

***Wednesday, April 29th, 7:30-9:00pm***

From Amanda, the host:

Culture Club, for those who are curious, is similar to a book club. The difference is that instead of a book being assigned, it's a topic of discussion! Then through the month you can chose between books, movies, etc. on the topic (I always provide a list of recommendations), and we come together to discuss how that topic spanned those various mediums. It's very casual, fun and spirited with plenty of civil opinions. It's really just a great way to meet neighbors and talk about things that matter, in a social setting. Wine and light bites in a cozy book store atmosphere. Come join us!! ALL are welcome.

With that said, April's topic will be: The Stigma of Mental Illness. This is yet another broad and deep topic! It's one that I'm sure has touched everyone and yet few really discuss. Coincidentally, April's book club book is Still Alice and I am part way through it and have realized it'd be an excellent book for the Culture Club topic as well. So, without further ado, here are the list of recommended items on the topic of:

The Stigma of Mental Illness

Fiction Book: 'Still Alice' by Lisa Genova; 'Girl, Interrupted' by Susanna Kaysen

Non-Fiction Book: Crazy Like Us: The Globalization of the American Psyche by Ethan Watters

Movie in Theaters: Still Alice

Movie to Rent: It's Kind of a Funny Story or The Soloist

TEDtalks:
What's so Funny About Mental Illness?
http://www.ted.com/talks/ruby_wax_what_s_so_funny_about_mental_illness?language=en

On Being Just Crazy Enough
http://www.ted.com/talks/joshua_walters_on_being_just_crazy_enough

Please let me know if you have any further recommendations to share with the group! These are just things I found that look interesting but again, this topic is broad and deep and my list doesn't come close to scraping the iceberg. If you would like to get one of the books from Florey's, let me know and I can give Aaron our order as a group! Looking forward to discussing 4/29!

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For more information, and to connect directly, see the Nextdoor Sharp Park event listings:

https://sharppark.nextdoor.com/events/calendar/

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We hope to see you!

Pacifica Culture Club
***Wednesday, April 29th, 7:30-9:00pm***

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Florey’s Book Company
2120 Palmetto Avenue
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 355-8811
Open 10 am to 6 pm every day! (8 pm Fridays)
http://www.floreysbooks.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/FloreysBookCo

Pacifica Book Club: 'Still Alice', April 28th at Florey's!

Florey's welcomes you to our book club!

***Tuesday, April 28th, 7:30pm-9:00pm***

All are welcome, newcomers encouraged, to join us for the Pacifica Book Club meeting! This month's book is 'Still Alice' by Lisa Genova, a page turning read about a 50 year old Harvard Professor who is diagnosed with Alzheimers. It is the only book to ever be endorsed by the American Alzheimers Association.

Pick up a copy, come to the book club, and join in on some drinks, snacks and some good discussion! We hope to see you there!

Stay up to date with the group via the Nextdoor Sharp Park page:

https://sharppark.nextdoor.com/events/calendar/

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We hope to see you!

Pacifica Book Club
***Tuesday, April 28th, 7:30-9:00pm***
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Florey’s Book Company
2120 Palmetto Avenue
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 355-8811
Open 10 am to 6 pm every day! (8 pm Fridays)
http://www.floreysbooks.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/FloreysBookCo

April 2015 Poetry at Florey's!

Florey's Books invites you to our ongoing poetry event.

***Saturday, April 25th, 7:30-9:30pm***

The featured poets this month are: Dorsetta Hale, Maurine Killough, and Sherri Rose-Walker. The featured poets will be followed by an open mic period. Open mic sign-up is first come, first served. This event is open to the public and free of charge. You are welcome to bring a snack or beverage to share.

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We hope to see you!

Poetry at Florey's:

***Saturday, April 25th, 7:30-9:30pm***

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Florey's Book Co.
2120 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 355-8811
Open 10am to 6pm every day (8pm Fridays)
http://www.floreysbooks.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/FloreysBookCo

'Way of the Modern Mystic' Gathering & Walk with A.O. Sullivan, April 25th at Florey's!

Florey's Books welcomes author and therapist A.O. Sullivan as she leads a walk starting from Florey's.

***Saturday, April 25th, 10am -12noon***

Note that the meeting begins at 10am at Florey's, and will depart for the walk and talk portion soon after.

From Ms. Sullivan:

The Way of the Modern Day Mystic Gathering and Walk
Based on principles and practices from the novel
Chasing Serenity by A. O. Sullivan

Do you want to be the hero in your own story?
Maya C. will be on hand to share what she has learned about becoming a modern day mystic and bringing the sacred into great and small difficulties of daily existence. We will gather at Florey’s Book Co., where we will set our intentions. From there we will take a short walk down the beach to build a Medicine Wheel.
Dress for beach weather and hiking.
Bring a journal for writing and an offering that represents some issue that you are currently working on for the Medicine Wheel.

Suggested Appreciation: $20.
RSVP: Amy Sullivan, MFT, 650-455-2145, info@amysullivanmft.com

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For more information, see her website:

https://serenitychasing.wordpress.com/
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We hope to see you!

***Saturday, April 25th, 10am-12noon***

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Florey's Book Co.
2120 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 355-8811
Open 10am to 6pm every day (to 8pm Fridays)
http://www.floreysbooks.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/FloreysBookCo

RMD Designs Art & Jewelry Boutique! April 19th at Florey's!

Florey's Books welcomes Ryann Murrin-DeSouza of RMD Designs as she displays and sells her art works!

***Sunday, April 19th, 11am-6pm***

Ryann Murrin is a local artist and designer that works in a variety of media including ceramics, painting, jewelry, and clothing design. She will have a wide variety of all of her various works on display and for sale during this event.

Ms. Murrin is originally from Ohio, but moved across the country to California. She been engaged in the creative arts since she was able to hold a crayon to paper. She received a Bachelor's degree in ceramics from Kent State University in 2002. She hopes to one day open a school of the arts.

For more information and sample images of her works, please see her online here:

http://ryannmurrin.com

and

https://www.facebook.com/pages/RMD-Designs/328546987180433

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We hope to see you!

***Sunday, April 19th, 11am-6pm***

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Florey's Book Co.
2120 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 355-8811
Open 10am to 6pm every day (8pm Fridays)
http://www.floreysbooks.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/FloreysBookCo

“Reading Robert Frost” Discussion with poet Casey FitzSimons, April 18th at Florey's!

Florey’s Book Company welcomes Redwood City poet Casey FitzSimons in a discussion of Robert Frost’s poems. Casey is a widely published poet writing in form and free verse. She has a background in visual art, editing, and criticism. Her chapbooks include Against the Familiar Wall (2014) and Standing in the Open House (2013). She has a master’s degree in Fine Arts from San José State University.

From Casey:

This is a continuation of Frost's thematic subjects that we started in Reading Robert Frost 1. We'll review metaphor, meaning, and poetic form. We could discuss:

Birches
"Out, Out-"
Acquainted with the Night
The Silken Tent
Once in the Pacific
To Heavenward

Some topics we could touch on are how environment and era affect a poet's work, the role of sensory images, how a poet explores his or her own themes.

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This is a free discussion event. Non-poets are welcome. Poem copies will be provided. Walk-ins are welcome, but if you know you’ll attend, RSVP to casey.fitzsimons@gmail.com or (650) 224-9857, or contact her with specific questions.

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We hope to see you!

***Saturday, April 18th, 2:00–4:00 pm***

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Florey’s Book Company
2120 Palmetto Avenue
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 355-8811
Open 10 am to 6 pm every day! (8 pm Fridays)
http://www.floreysbooks.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/FloreysBookCo

Pacifica Writers Forum, April 16th at Florey's!

Florey's Books invites you to the Pacifica Writers Forum.

***Thursday, April 16th, 7:30pm***

The Pacifica Writers Forum is open to all readers and writers of fiction, nonfiction and poetry.

Come and share your work, or just listen and enjoy.

Feel free to bring snacks or drinks to share.

The Pacifica Writers Forum meets the third Thursday of each month.

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We hope to see you!

Pacifica Writers Forum:

***Thursday, April 16th, 7:30pm***

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Florey's Book Co.
2120 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 355-8811
Open 10am to 6pm every day (to 8pm Fridays)
http://www.floreysbooks.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/FloreysBookCo

Saturday Story Time at Florey's!

Florey's Book Co. invites you to Saturday Story Time!

***Saturday, April 11th, 10am-11am***

Bring the little ones to hear fun children's stories read by Nicole Sayres and friends.
The event is free of charge and open to the public.
Saturday Story Time occurs the second Saturday each month.

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We hope to see you!

***Saturday, April 11th, 10am-11am***
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Florey's Book Co.
2120 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 355-8811
Open 10am to 6pm every day (to 8pm Fridays)
http://www.floreysbooks.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/FloreysBookCo