About this Event
Lovers and Readers is an intentionally small, curated gathering designed for people who value books, meaningful conversation, and genuine connection. With only 12 guests, this evening offers a rare opportunity to slow down, meet like-minded people, and engage in thoughtful dialogue about love, relationships, and the stories that shape us.
Your ticket includes more than entry to an event! It offers a fully facilitated, multi-sensory experience:
- Guided connection through lightly facilitated introductions and conversations that make getting to know new people feel natural and comfortable
- Deep, meaningful discussion around love in all its forms, grounded in literature and personal reflection
- A glass of wine or non-alcoholic beverage from Neverland, enjoyed in a cozy bookstore–wine bar setting
- A book of your choice to take home, courtesy of Flying Books
- The possibility of connection - new friendships, thoughtful conversations, or perhaps even a bookstore meet-cute!
What to Bring
Before the evening, choose a paragraph about love from a book you genuinely enjoy... the kind of line you underlined, dog-eared, or still think about. It doesn’t have to be about romantic love. We’ll be exploring love in all its forms: friendship, self-love, chosen family, devotion, longing, care, or however you experience and embody love.
You’ll be invited to read your passage aloud and share what it means to you - how it reflects your values, your experiences, or the way love shows up in your life. Think of it as a chance to let a book do some of the talking for you.
First time at a Social Circuit event? You’re in good company. Everything is gently guided, there’s no pressure impress others, and curiosity matters far more than confidence. Come as you are - the room is designed to make getting to know each other feel easy and natural.
This is not a book club, and it’s not a dating event. It’s a thoughtfully designed social experience for people who enjoy depth over small talk and connection over performance.
Throughout the evening, facilitation will gently guide the flow - from introductions, to shared readings, to small-group conversations, creating an atmosphere that supports openness, ease, and authentic exchange. You don’t need to be an extrovert or a confident public speaker; the structure is designed to help everyone participate comfortably.
Whether you come hoping to meet new friends, explore ideas about love and relationships, or simply spend an evening in good company with people who love books as much as you do, Lovers and Readers offers something meaningful to take with you, including a book you’ll choose yourself.
Accessibility
The bookstore is accessible directly from Queen Street West. Please note that the washroom is located downstairs and is accessed via a flight of stairs. If you have any accessibility needs, questions, or accommodations you’d like us to be aware of, please reach out to us in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate. We are committed to creating thoughtful, inclusive events where everyone feels welcome and supported.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Flying Books at Neverland, 371 Queen Street West, Toronto, Canada
CAD 55.00 to CAD 60.00
