Upcoming Events
Nutty for Novels Book Club Discussion (January)
Discussing
Days at the Morisaki Bookshop: A Novel
Written by: Satoshi Yagisawa
Translated by: Eric Ozawa
Twenty-five-year-old Takako has enjoyed a relatively easy existence—until the day her boyfriend Hideaki, the man she expected to wed, casually announces he’s been cheating on her and is marrying the other woman. Suddenly, Takako’s life is in freefall. She loses her job, her friends, and her acquaintances, and spirals into a deep depression. In the depths of her despair, she receives a call from her distant uncle Satoru.
An unusual man who has always pursued something of an unconventional life, especially after his wife Momoko left him out of the blue five years earlier, Satoru runs a second-hand bookshop in Jimbocho, Tokyo’s famous book district. Takako once looked down upon Satoru’s life. Now, she reluctantly accepts his offer of the tiny room above the bookshop rent-free in exchange for helping out at the store. The move is temporary, until she can get back on her feet. But in the months that follow, Takako surprises herself when she develops a passion for Japanese literature, becomes a regular at a local coffee shop where she makes new friends, and eventually meets a young editor from a nearby publishing house who’s going through his own messy breakup.
But just as she begins to find joy again, Hideaki reappears, forcing Takako to rely once again on her uncle, whose own life has begun to unravel. Together, these seeming opposites work to understand each other and themselves as they continue to share the wisdom they’ve gained in the bookshop.
Nutty for Novels Book Club meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection.
New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Valentine's Day Scavenger Hunt
Join us at Curious Squirrel Bookshop for a Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt! Bring your partner, spouse, best friend, or favorite human!
Each pair will receive a scavenger hunt list filled with prompts for things that reminds you of them. This is not just for romantic couples. We’ll also have a friend-focused version of the hunt, because we celebrate connection in all its forms.
Expect good conversation, unexpected finds, and possibly learning something new about the person you brought with you (even if you’ve known them forever). There’s no competition, no rush, and no wrong answers — just a cozy, curious way to spend the evening surrounded by books.
Event Details
Date: Valentine’s Day | Saturday, February 14, 2026
Location: Curious Squirrel Bookshop
Time Slots:
• 6:00 – 7:00 PM
• 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Cost: Free (ticket required so we know how many to expect)
Extras: Light refreshments provided
Space is limited, so grab a free ticket to reserve your spot. → TICKETS
Nutty for Novels Book Club Discussion (February)
Discussing
Off-White
Written By: Astrid Roemer
Translated by: Lucy Scott & David McKay
It’s 1966 in Suriname, on the Caribbean coast of South America, and the long shadow of colonialism still hangs over the country. Grandma Bee is the proud, cigar-smoking matriarch of the Vanta family, which is an intricate mix of Creole, Maroon, French, Indian, Indigenous, British, and Jewish backgrounds. But Grandma Bee is dying, a cough has settled deep in her lungs.
The approaching end has her thinking about the members of her family she’s lost, and especially one of her favorite granddaughters, Heli, who has been sent away to the Netherlands because of an affair with her white teacher. Ultimately, there’s only one question Bee must answer: What is a family? If her descendants are spread across the world, don’t look similar, don’t share a heritage, and don’t even know each other, what bond will they have once she has died?
A moving portrait of a woman finding peace in the legacy that is her daughters and granddaughters, Off-White, keenly translated by Lucy Scott and David McKay, is also a searing and complex portrait of male violence, the legacy of colonialism, and a dismantling of what it means to be “white”. Written after a nearly 20-year break from publishing, Off-White is another masterpiece from the only Surinamese author to win the prestigious Dutch Literature Award.
Nutty for Novels is o meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection.
New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Nutty for Novels Book Club Discussion (March)
Discussing
The Lion Women of Tehran
Written by: Marjan Kamali
In 1950s Tehran, seven-year-old Ellie lives in grand comfort until the untimely death of her father, forcing Ellie and her mother to move to a tiny home downtown. Lonely and bearing the brunt of her mother’s endless grievances, Ellie dreams for a friend to alleviate her isolation.
Luckily, on the first day of school, she meets Homa, a kind girl with a brave and irrepressible spirit. Together, the two girls play games, learn to cook in the stone kitchen of Homa’s warm home, wander through the colorful stalls of the Grand Bazaar, and share their ambitions of becoming “lion women.”
But their happiness is disrupted when Ellie and her mother are afforded the opportunity to return to their previous bourgeois life. Now a popular student at the best girls’ high school in Iran, Ellie’s memories of Homa begin to fade. Years later, however, her sudden reappearance in Ellie’s privileged world alters the course of both of their lives.
Together, the two young women come of age and pursue their own goals for meaningful futures. But as the political turmoil in Iran builds to a breaking point, one earth-shattering betrayal will have enormous consequences.
“Reminiscent of The Kite Runner and My Brilliant Friend, The Lion Women of Tehran is a mesmerizing tale” (BookPage) of love and courage, and a sweeping exploration of how profoundly we are shaped by those we meet when we are young.
Nutty for Novels Book Club meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection.
New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Nutty for Novels Book Club Discussion (April)
Discussing
Book Title
Written by: Author
Book Summary
Nutty for Novels Book Club meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection.
New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Nutty for Novels Book Club Discussion (May)
Discussing
Book Title
Written by: Author
Book Summary
Nutty for Novels Book Club meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection.
New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Nutty for Novels Book Club Discussion (June)
Discussing
Book Title
Written by: Author
Book Summary
Nutty for Novels Book Club meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection.
New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Nutty for Novels Book Club Discussion (July)
Discussing
Book Title
Written by: Author
Book Summary
Nutty for Novels Book Club meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection.
New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Nutty for Novels Book Club Discussion (August)
Discussing
Book Title
Written by: Author
Book Summary
Nutty for Novels Book Club meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection.
New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Nutty for Novels Book Club Discussion (September)
Discussing
Book Title
Written by: Author
Book Summary
Nutty for Novels Book Club meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection.
New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Nutty for Novels Book Club Discussion (October)
Discussing
Book Title
Written by: Author
Book Summary
Nutty for Novels Book Club meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection.
New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Nutty for Novels Book Club Discussion (November)
Discussing
Book Title
Written by: Author
Book Summary
Nutty for Novels Book Club meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection.
New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Paws to Read
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 11:00am - 12:00pm
2025 Book Club Year-End Social
Whether you’re a regular or just curious about our Book Club, come hang out and kick back with us! Share a favorite book or reading memory from the year, grab a free ARC, and soak up some cozy, festive vibes.
Feel free to bring a snack, drink, or treat to share—but no pressure. No formal discussion here, just a relaxed way to celebrate books, reading, and community.
We’d love to see you there!
Seasonal Shenanigans
Join us at Curious Squirrel on Thursday, December 18th from 5–9 PM as you make your way through the town’s Holiday Crawl! Expect a lively evening filled with laughter, good drinks, and a bit of unfiltered fun—perfect for a grown-up (21+) night out.
Sip on our signature cocktail, jump into some delightfully silly games, and let loose with a crowd that’s ready to laugh. Don’t forget to hit the selfie station to capture the chaos, the joy, and the memories you probably will want to remember the next day.
Breakfast & Books with Santa
Join us for a cozy morning of pancakes, storytime, and Santa visits! Bring your family and friends for some holiday fun — it’s free and open to everyone. No need to sign up ahead of time, but RSVPs help us plan enough pancakes and seating for all.
Sip and Shop
Join us on December 11th from 5–9 PM for some after-hours holiday shopping! Be the first to grab a unique, beautifully curated Blind Date with a Book bundle, strike a pose at our festive photo booth, and soak in the magic of the season — all while sipping cider or a DORA drink from your favorite Main Street bar.
Happening alongside Main Street’s Ladies Night—but all the girls, gays, and theys are welcome to sparkle and shop with us.
November Book Club Meeting
November Pick:
The Berry Pickers
by Amanda Peters
Nutty for Novels meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
October Book Club Meeting
October Pick:
Tender is the Flesh
by Agustina Bazterrica
Nutty for Novels meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Banned Book Read-In
Join us for a 90-minute community read-in, powered by Libro.fm & Silent Book Club. We’ll spend time listening to audiobooks or enjoying silent reading from banned and challenged titles, followed by a discussion on the current state of book bans across the country. Participants will also have access to resources and actionable steps to help protect the freedom to read. This is both a space to enjoy stories and to stand up for them.
Attendees will receive a FREE audiobook copy of Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books
This event is free and open to all, but please RSVP below at your convenience to let us know you’ll be there.
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
August Book Club Meeting
August Pick:
Margo’s Got Money Troubles
by Rufi Thorpe
Nutty for Novels meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
July Book Club Meeting
July Pick:
House of Frank
by Kay Synclaire
Nutty for Novels meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
June Book Club Meeting
June Pick:
Blackouts
by Justin Torres
Nutty for Novels meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Art Walk Featuring Artist Faith Blackwell
Art Walk
Featuring Artist Faith Blackwell
We’re excited to be part of this summer’s Art Walk! On Friday, June 27, from 4 to 9 PM, stop by the shop to check out work by local artist Faith Blackwell. She’ll be set up inside the bookstore, and you’ll have a chance to see her art, say hello, and maybe find a new favorite piece.
It’s a great night to explore downtown, support local creatives, and enjoy some time in the shop. No need to RSVP—just swing by!
Memories on Main
Join us on Main Street on Saturday, June 21, for a day of fundraising to support the Alzheimer's Association. Local businesses will donate a portion of sales, hold raffles, and offer specials, with 100% of funds raised going directly to the cause. Support our local businesses and help make a difference for Hoosier families living with Alzheimer's.
You can support Memories on Main at the Curious Squirrel by:
Shopping from our Memories on Main display throughout June.
Purchasing a raffle ticket for a chance to win a $25 Curious Squirrel Gift Card.
Stopping by on June 21 at 11:00 am for a special Memories on Main Storytime & Activity.
To learn more about the event, see which other businesses are participating, and get more information on the Alzheimer's Association, visit memoriesonmain.org.
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
May Book Club Meeting
May Pick:
Catalina
by Kala Cornejo Villavicenio
Nutty for Novels meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Brick Street Market
Zionsville’s 40th Annual Brick Street Market will be Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 from 10 am to 4 pm.
Visitors can stroll through arts, crafts and food booths set up on Zionsville's historic brick Main Street, while browsing unique Village shops and restaurants. We carefully select vendors offering only handcrafted and handmade items for this show, so that you are certain your finds are one of a kind!
April Book Club Meeting
April Pick:
Land of Milk and Honey
by C Pam Zhang
Nutty for Novels meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.
Paws to Read
We are so lucky to receive a monthly visit from Paws to Read!
Do you love dogs? Want to practice reading to a specially trained Paws & Think dog who loves listening to stories? Paws to Read is a program that makes therapy dogs available for anyone wanting to practice reading with a non-judgmental listener. These therapy dogs are specially trained family pets ready to sit with those who might need extra practice or who just love reading and dogs.
You can register for a 10-15 minute session, and reluctant readers are especially welcome. You don’t have to sign up in advance—you can just drop by anytime between 10-11 am. But if you do sign up, it helps us know you’re coming and gives you first priority for a specific time slot.
Visits occur the 4th Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Girl Scouts Story Time
Event Description: Join us for a special story time with the Daisy Girl Scouts on Wednesday, April 23rd, from 5:00-5:45 PM at Curious Squirrel Bookshop!
We’ll be reading books that celebrate diverse stories, perfect for incoming kindergarteners. Families interested in learning more about Girl Scouts are welcome to attend. 📚✨
Pop Up Poetry Stand
In the spirit of National Poetry Month, drop by the Pop-Up Poetry Stand presented by Hoosier poet Joy Araujo, as she writes poems on the topic of your choice! Feeling a little heartache? Overflowing with unspoken delight? Yearning for the comfort of a poem to soothe your soul? Come to the Poetry Pop-Up Stand with a word, a topic, or concept and Joy will type a few lines for you at no-cost! The stand will be open from 10-1 and all you need to do is pop in!
Zville Pride's Monthly Meetup
Zionsville Pride Monthly Meetup - April
Join us for a laid-back afternoon of connection and conversation. We'll kick things off with a group discussion, and then break off into smaller groups to brainstorm ideas and get to know each other better. Whether you're new to the community or a regular, we’d love to see you there!
Come share your thoughts, make new friends, and help us shape the future of Pride in Zionsville.
See you there!
Crafting Through The Chaos
Bring your craft (or literally anything to keep your hands from doomscrolling) and come hang out. We’re talking good conversation, questionable life advice, and a safe space to bitch about whatever’s currently ruining your week.
Crochet? Cool. Embroidery? Great. Just here to vibe with a beverage and some scissors? Works for us.
Kids? Bring ‘em. We’ve got crayons, colored pencils, and enough paper to keep them busy while the grownups unravel—both literally and emotionally.
No rules, no agenda. Just crafting, complaining, and chaotic healing in a judgment-free zone.
March Book Club Meeting
March Pick:
Detransition Baby
by Torrey Peters
Nutty for Novels meets monthly to discuss a range of fiction titles.
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All CSB book clubs are no-pressure clubs, open to everyone. You can skip months when you are busy or don’t like the selection. New participants are welcome at any time!
The current month’s selected titles are 20% off when you mention the book club.