SOLD OUT: Grown-Up Book Fair

Modeled on elementary school book fairs where students got to choose a number of books for themselves to take home, this fundraiser for Madison Public Library Foundation brings together some of our favorite things: local booksellers (A Room of One’s Own, The Book Deal, Kismet Books, Lake City Books, Leopold’s Books Bar Caffe, Mystery To Me), curated selections of terrific books, other fun vendors, a photo booth, and cocktails. Take your choices home in a bespoke tote bag. Three sessions on Saturday (9 a.m., noon and 3 p.m.) and two sessions on Sunday (9 a.m. and noon) sold out in advance; check last-second ticket availability at thesylvee.com.

media release: Day 1, ages 18 & up: Session One: 9AM-11:30AM; Session Two: 12PM-2:30PM; Session Three: 3PM - 5:30PM

Day 2, all ages: Session One: 9AM-11:30AM; Session Two: 12PM-2:30PM

$20 General Admission; portion of proceeds to benefit the Madison Public Library Foundation.

On Day 2, children under the age of 18 may enter for free if accompanied by an adult who purchased a ticket for either session on Sunday, January 21. No pre-registration for children is required. One tote bag per ticket purchased.

The 3rd-Annual Wisconsin Grown-Up Book Fair is back – for two days! Stop by The Sylvee as it is transformed into one of the fondest places from your childhood, the book fair. Grab a specialty cocktail, browse the selection of books from local and independent book sellers, and immerse yourself in a complete '90s throwback experience with other on-site activations. Saturday sessions are grown-ups only (18+) and Sunday sessions are family friendly.

BOOK SELLERS: A Room of One’s Own, The Book Deal, Kismet Books, Lake City Books, Leopold’s Books Bar Caffe, Mystery To Me

VENDORS:

Meep Meepleton’s World of Fun: Visit Meep’s for a curated selection of vintage toys and other throwback favorites.

Mint Picks: Browse a variety of vintage clothing and household items at Mint Picks booth.

….More vendors to come!

OTHER ATTRACTIONS

Arts + Crafts: Visit the Craft Corner for a retro DIY.

Photobooth: Stop by the Dream Day Entertainment photobooth to take your annual WI Grown-Up Book Fair yearbook photo. Retakes are allowed!

Specialty cocktails: For those 21 and above – Being a grown-up means you can stroll down memory lane with a cocktail in hand. N/A options will be available for our non-drinking patrons.

Chill Zone: Take a break upstairs where you can find a cozy spot to read, enter a coloring contest for a chance to win prizes, or check out our selection of 90s board games.

*GUBF branded tote bag is included with each ticket purchase.

TICKET ADD-ONS:

Tricky Foods – Adult Lunchable Cup: $10

Miggy’s Bakes – '90s Mixed Dessert Box: $10

*Add-ons must be purchased when buying a ticket to the event. Pre-orders are to be picked up at your ticketed session with photo ID at the respective vendor’s table.