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Registration will close May 28! Don't miss your chance at an unforgettable weekend, register now at:https://midwestreadingretreat.com/product/ames-reading-retreat-june-19-june-21-2026/
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Grab your favorite market tote, a stack from your TBR, and your bestie – and sign up for an incredible, central IA getaway!
Spend some quiet time exploring and reading at Reiman Gardens. Then stroll along Main Street in downtown Ames for the Farmers’ market, eclectic shops, and delicious eats. All registered attendees will have the opportunity to attend a hands-on cooking workshop at The Recipe with a multi-course tasting menu designed to recognize and honor Juneteenth. On another evening, a group dinner will be provided at Dublin Bay – Irish Pub and Grill. Looking to have a pint and read? On Saturday, Torrent Brewing Co. will have space reserved just for retreat guests inside their tasting room, as well as on their outside patio. What could be the cherry on top of this fun filled weekend? Dog-Eared Bookstore has a one-of-a-kind author meet-and-greet planned for you! This author will be signing books too!
Lodging is not included in retreat registration. A hotel block has been reserved for our retreat attendees, with a link provided at check-out.
What's covered for the Ames retreat?
-One Day Admission to Reiman Gardens, to use at any time during the weekend
-Tote + Bookish Swag (worth over $130)
-Dinner/Cooking Workshop at The Recipe (2+ hour event)
-Group Dinner at Dublin Bay | Irish Pub and Grill
-Cocktail or Mocktail at The London Underground
-Special VIP Author Event at Dog-Eared Bookstore
-Boxed Lunch
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Dog-Eared Books Ames, 207 Main St, Ames, IA 50010, United States
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