Popup Book Market

Join Darling & a Scholar for a cozy Pop-Up Community Book Market at Gourmet Girls in Pikesville!

Browse a thoughtfully curated selection of secondhand books across genres and age ranges—perfect for casual reading, book clubs, or discovering something new. Most books are affordably priced: $5 for small children’s books and $10 for adult titles.

Have gently used books at home? Bring them along to our Book Donation Station! As a thank-you for donating, you’ll receive $5 off your purchase at the market.

Looking for even more great reads? Ask about our new book punch card—12 books for $40—available at the market!

Whether you stay for a few minutes or linger through the afternoon, this market is a welcoming space to browse, discover, and enjoy time with friends in a cozy café environment.

RSVP by purchasing a free ticket for $3 off your entire Book Market purchase.

Darling & a Scholar is a community-centered pop-up book market serving neighborhoods across Baltimore County, creating welcoming spaces for readers to gather and connect. We partner with small businesses to host cozy book markets in their spaces, encouraging people to shop local, shop small, and shop consciously. By accepting book donations and keeping prices accessible, we help stories continue to circulate and find new homes within the community. Through curiosity and collaboration, Darling & a Scholar brings books, neighbors, and local businesses together.

We’re thrilled to host this pop-up at , a locally owned café and community space in Pikesville that celebrates good food, good drinks, and good company.

Gourmet Girls serves a full café menu and alcoholic beverages seven days a week, making it the perfect place to relax, connect, and enjoy time with friends. During the market, we encourage you to grab a coffee, enjoy lunch, or treat yourself to a drink while browsing.

The space is intentionally designed to welcome the community—whether you’re stopping in for a meal, hosting a book club, or settling in with a good read.

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The Gourmet Girls - Pikesville Location, 3713 Old Court Road, Pikesville, United States

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