It’s time to get out your Swiftie outfit, pick your favorite books, and just read! Darling, darling, please join Attaboy Beer and Curious Iguana for our very first Dear Reader (Taylor Swift Inspired) Book Fair for Adults! The greatest luxury is books, so come wander through our book stacks on Wednesday, March 19 from 4:30 […]
Sharing memories with loved ones is a beautiful experience; sometimes, telling the whole story requires more than just a few words. Please join us and writer Niki Gjoni for a special writing workshop for seniors, focusing on memoir writing. Niki will lead attendees through a 1 hour workshop to learn about memoir writing and how […]
Join us at Curious Iguana at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, March 25 for a meet-and-greet with author Bob Shea as he promotes his new book, Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend. After spending the day visiting schools, Bob will be at the Iguana in the evening to meet fans and sign books! This event is free […]
Explore literary fiction by international authors with our Global Voices Book Club, meeting at 7 pm on last Wednesdays, January through October, at Grace United Church of Christ, Room 3 (lefthand entrance at end of hall), 25 East 2nd Street, Downtown Frederick. Parking is available on the street and in Church Street parking deck. Featured titles are […]
Join us at Curious Iguana at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, April 1 for a meet-and-greet with author James Riley as he promotes his new book, The Dragon’s Apprentice. After spending the day visiting schools, James will be at the Iguana in the evening to meet fans and sign books! If you can't make it to […]
Please join us Wednesday, April 2 from 6:30-7:30 pm at the Frederick Book Arts Center for an evening with author Mike Tidwell. Mike will discuss his new novel The Lost Trees of Willow Avenue, which shares his perspective of the impacts of climate change on his own street near Washington D.C. Following his presentation, Mike […]
Snakes, lizards, and… dragons? Oh my! We are excited to welcome local animal rescue and non-profit Jenn’s Uncommon Critters to join us as part of our First Saturday fun! From 11:00 am - 4:00 pm on Saturday, April 5, swing by the Curious Iguana to spot some amazing scaly creatures! During the time of their visit, […]
Formerly Tuesdays with Tea. Join us on second Tuesdays, January through November, at 11 AM for a line-up of literary fiction that explores culture, community, friendship, and family. Second Tuesday Book Club meets at ACNB Bank, 2 North Market Street, just steps away from Curious Iguana. Featured titles are 20% off at Curious Iguana (just […]
New book alert! Please join us in celebrating the release of Jenni Howell’s debut novel Boys With Sharp Teeth! Jenni will be joined in conversation with fellow author, Charlene Thomas! The book launch will be held at C. Burr Artz Library in Downtown Frederick on April 8th from 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm. Jenni will […]
Read and discuss recently released literary fiction, fantasy, and science fiction, hosted by Curious Iguana bookseller Shelby. Featured titles are 20% off at Curious Iguana (just mention New & Notable at checkout). Registration is required. Register for the month's you'd like to participate in by clicking the individual links below. 2025 Featured titles: January 8: […]
Please join us Saturday, April 12, from 11 am-12 pm for a storytime and craft with Melinda Beatty for her latest release, The Witch’s Table! This children’s book tells of the wobbly relationship between a young witch and the unique table she inherited and of how they come to understand one another. Mel will lead […]
Calling all romance and Emily Henry fans! To celebrate the release of Emily’s new book Great Big Beautiful Life, we will have some free goodies at the store for those who come to pick up a copy on release day, April 22! Freebies are available on a first come, first served while supplies last. Pre-order […]
