Capricorn Books of Jenkintown (which relocated to 745 Yorkway Place in July) will take part in the fourth annual Philadelphia Bookstore Crawl from 10:00am – 5:00pm on Saturday, August 22.

Capricorn Books and Open Book Bookstore in Elkins Park took part in the 2024 edition. According to the crawl’s website, nearly 60 independent bookstores across the city and surrounding suburbs will be hosting “unique and special events” this year.

Details regarding events will go live as the event gets closer, the website says.

Below is a list of all the bookshops participating this year:

In related news, Capricorn Books will also take part in the Edible Philly Summer Holiday Bazaar at The Highlands in Fort Washington from 11:00am – 3:00pm⁠ on Sunday, August 16.

From the event’s description:

Join us for a fun in the sun afternoon of summer shopping & tasting at The Highlands, where Central Stem and Edible Philly are hosting a Summer Holiday Bazaar celebrating local artisans, makers, and small businesses. Discover beautifully crafted, sustainable, and delicious finds—perfect for the season!

More details here and below:

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