Upcoming Events
Hartford Area Book Club
Hartford-based ladies' book club | Monthly meetups | Real talk, good books, great company
Book Mom
Book Mom is a casual book club for Hartford-area moms. Join us at Oscar’s Wine Bar, life is better with good books and great friends!
Life is better with good books and great friends!
>> This month we are reading Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke.<
Art Showcase
Meet the artists for our latest display. You will have a chance to chat with Tess and April about their inspiration, mediums used and any other questions you may have. Plus you can walk out with an amazing one of a kind work of art!
Sprayed Book Edge Class
Join us for a fun evening learning to make your own “special edition” of your favorite book!
We had so much fun, we are doing it again! Please join us for our second class teaching how to make your own “special edition-sprayed edges” book!
(*Please note the cover photo is a stock photo only for reference and does not represent actual stencils being used)
Please bring your own book!
***Of course we would love for you to stop by The Book Nook WI LLC booth inside the local collective or see us at Maxwell St Day in front of Perc Place!
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop
Register using the links below. After you click BOOK check the date (Aug 18th) and the time (5pm)
Join us for a fun evening making cozy blankets with delicious drinks and snacks!
Chunky knit workshops are perfect for beginners or experienced knitters! We will be making blankets with just our hands. Everyone leaves with a cozy new blanket in a blanket bag and a new skill. After the workshop you also get emailed instructions and yarn buying tips for future projects.
We make lap blankets that often end up full body blankets. I encourage you to choose what style you want, looser or tighter knit so blanket sizes vary. The very tightest knitting would create a blanket about 45x42 , most end up much larger
This is a pre register event - there are limited seats available and they are first come first served. There are 2 pricing options.
$65 - anyone who registers for this option will choose from the yarn colors I bring to the workshop
$85 - anyone who registers for this option will preselect their colors. This will be a premium yarn which is a bit softer and thicker. It tends to hide imperfections a bit better and there are a ton of color options. When you register for this option, you get an email approximately 4 weeks before the workshop to choose your colors. You will be able to choose 1 or 2 colors at that time. You can see the current colors available at the link below.
https://downtime-with-dawn.square.site/gallery
$85 option registration link - Closes 4 weeks before workshop if not sold out
https://booking.setmore.com/.../2ab6fdbe-25cc-4683-97fa...
$65 registration link - Closes 2 weeks before the workshop if not sold out
Women, Wine, and Wellness
An evening dedicated to women's health, connection, and hope.
Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop
Join us for a fun evening making cozy blankets with delicious drinks and snacks!
Chunky knit workshops are perfect for beginners or experienced knitters! We will be making blankets with just our hands. Everyone leaves with a cozy new blanket in a blanket bag and a new skill. After the workshop you also get emailed instructions and yarn buying tips for future projects.
We make lap blankets that often end up full body blankets. I encourage you to choose what style you want, looser or tighter knit so blanket sizes vary. The very tightest knitting would create a blanket about 45x42 , most end up much larger
This is a pre register event - there are limited seats available and they are first come first served. There are 2 pricing options.
$65 - anyone who registers for this option will choose from the yarn colors I bring to the workshop
$85 - anyone who registers for this option will preselect their colors. This will be a premium yarn which is a bit softer and thicker. It tends to hide imperfections a bit better and there are a ton of color options. When you register for this option, you get an email approximately 4 weeks before the workshop to choose your colors. You will be able to choose 1 or 2 colors at that time. You can see the current colors available at the link below.
https://downtime-with-dawn.square.site/gallery
$85 option registration link - Closes 4 weeks before workshop if not sold out
https://booking.setmore.com/.../7d987611-9fb1-46c8-b14e...
$65 registration link - Closes 2 weeks before the workshop if not sold out
https://booking.setmore.com/.../f771503e-a1ef-4471-acf6...
14 spots available -
Ages 12 and up to work on a blanket alone
Do you want to have a fun night with your friends at a Getting Loopy With Dawn workshop... but you aren't sure about the knitting part?
While I stand by the fact that even the non crafty can make beautiful blankets - I can also admit it may not be for everyone. But that doesn't mean you have to miss out on the fun!
Wine Club Pick Up
Join us for our first Wine Club pick up. Free glass of wine to Club members that pick up their goodies on Pick Up day.
Maxwell Street Day
Join us as Hartford hosts Maxwell Street Day. We brought in some fun goodies for shopping. Head inside all day to cool off and enjoy a great glass of wine.
Hartford City Strings Celebrate America at Centennial Park
July 4th is coming up and we are looking forward to playing some good old fashioned American music to celebrate our nation's 250th.
Ep*i*logue Book Tour
Clear your calendar and get ready to pick the best titles of the season as we gear up to be Ep*i*logue’s first stop on their summer book tour.
Calligraphy Class
Ready to add a touch of elegance to your writing? Join us for Calligraphy for Beginners and discover the art of beautiful lettering! This in-person workshop is perfect for anyone wanting to learn the basics in a fun, relaxed setting. We’ll cover all the essentials, from holding your pen to mastering simple strokes. Bring your creativity and leave with skills that impress. No experience needed—just enthusiasm!
Sprayed Edge for books class
Join Stephanie form The Book Nook as she walks us through the craft of elevating our favorite book.
Hartford Book Club
Join the Hartford Book Club on the third Wednesday of every month. Find the latest read on their Facebook page
Peonies and Platters
Uncorked & In Bloom -This school year is coming to a close. The to-do lists, the carpools, the chaos — all of it slowing down just a bit. And you should too, with one slow, beautiful evening that belongs entirely to you.
On Tuesday, June 16th from 6–7:30 PM, we're gathering at Oscar's Wine Bar in downtown Hartford for Peonies & Platters — an intimate evening of wine, charcuterie, and fresh-cut peonies straight from the farm.
You'll walk in, pour a glass, graze on a gorgeous charcuterie board, and spend the next hour and a half with your hands in flowers. Peonies are one of the most fleeting, breathtaking blooms of the entire year — and you'll get to arrange them into something that's entirely yours to take home. Anna Merkt of Little Local Flower Farm will guide you every step of the way, so whether you've never touched a floral arrangement in your life or you just love flowers, you belong here.
This is the kind of night you'll actually talk about. The kind your mom will mention for months. The kind that makes a Tuesday feel like a gift.
Bring your sister. Bring your best friend. Bring the group chat to life.
Your $75 ticket includes a fresh charcuterie board, and a guided floral arranging class to craft 20 farm-fresh floral stems into a fragrant work of art. Oscar's Wine Bar is located at 100 N Main St, Hartford, WI 53027. Space is limited to 10 guests.
Succulent Plant Workshop
An interactive session for makers and thinkers to collaborate, connect, and spark new ideas.
Thirst pop up
From workshops to community gatherings, here's what we have coming up. Mark your calendar—we'd love to see you there.
Last Day of school send off
We know the last day of school comes with its own challenges. We will be open at 10AM for anyone that wants to kick off the summer a little bit early.
Karaoke Kings at Oscar's
Join Ryan from Karaoke Kings as he hosts at Oscar’s. You never know what people are going to sing!