Perks of a Wallflower Screening

We’re kicking off Mental Health Awareness Month with the iconic Perks of Being a Wallflower! Join us for a special screening of the film in our upstairs café on May 1st. Don’t miss the chance to experience this cult classic on the big screen with an audience. Food and drinks will be available for purchase throughout the evening. Seating is first come, first served—so arrive early to snag a spot, especially if you're coming with a group. RSVPs are to gauge interest for the event and do not guarantee preferred seating. Doors open at 6:30 PM. See you there!

Trident Booksellers & Café

Book Wars: Sci-Fi & Fantasy Bookfair

It is a time of great celebration. Rebel readers from across the galaxy, prepare to gather for a legendary event filled with stories of rebellion, magic, and distant worlds.  On May the 4th, the forces of science fiction and fantasy will unite for a day of bookish adventure. Heroes will rise, tales will be told, and the power of the written word will echo through the stars. In the heart of the galaxy—also known as Trident Booksellers and Cafe—rebel readers will browse our curated book display to discover legendary tales, interstellar adventures, and magical realms. Will you wield the lightsaber of justice or succumb to the power of the dark side? Choose your allegiance as you journey through a multiverse of sci-fi and fantasy books. All are invited to test their strength. There will be themed drinks from the cantina, prophetic star chart readings courtesy of Venus House Boston (fee applies) , a great Jedi (Antonio Morales) reading tarot cards (fee applies), droid building, and more activities for any and every lover of reading. Join us. Fuel your starship, grab your cloaks, and may the books... be with you!

Romance Book Club: Song of Achilles

ove, war, destiny—and a bond that defies time. Join us for this month’s gathering of our Romance Book Club, where we’ll dive heart-first into Madeline Miller’s The Song of Achilles, a sweeping retelling of one of mythology’s most tender love stories. Together, we’ll delve into the epic romance between Achilles and Patroclus, the lyrical prose that has captured hearts worldwide. Whether you’re drawn to the mythical narrative or the powerful characters, our open discussion will allow every perspective to shine. Please come as prepared to have read the novel as we will have spoilers! Each ticket gives you a $5 voucher to use on the night of the event. Seating can begin as early as 6 pm with the event beginning at 7pm. Food and beverage will be available for purchase in the room.   About the Book: Greece in the age of Heroes. Patroclus, an awkward young prince, has been exiled to the kingdom of Phthia. Here he is nobody, just another unwanted boy living in the shadow of King Peleus and his golden son, Achilles. Achilles, “best of all the Greeks,” is everything Patroclus is not—strong, beautiful, the child of a goddess—and by all rights their paths should never cross. Yet one day, Achilles takes the shamed prince under his wing and soon their tentative connection gives way to a steadfast friendship. As they grow into young men skilled in the arts of war and medicine, their bond blossoms into something far deeper—despite the displeasure of Achilles’ mother Thetis, a cruel sea goddess with a hatred of mortals. Fate is never far from the heels of Achilles. When word comes that Helen of Sparta has been kidnapped, the men of Greece are called upon to lay siege to Troy in her name. Seduced by the promise of a glorious destiny, Achilles joins their cause. Torn between love and fear for his friend, Patroclus follows Achilles into war, little knowing that the years that follow will test everything they have learned, everything they hold dear. And that, before he is ready, he will be forced to surrender his friend to the hands of Fate. Profoundly moving and breathtakingly original, this rendering of the epic Trojan War is a dazzling feat of the imagination, a devastating love story, and an almighty battle between gods and kings, peace and glory, immortal fame and the human heart.

Build Your Own Boquet Bar

You are cordially invited to a garden party fit for Bridgerton at our Build Your Own Bouquet Bar. Guests will sip tea-infused cocktails from our DIY tea cocktail bar, savor delicate macarons, and design their own hand-tied bouquets—complete with a custom-colored, handcrafted paper wrap. This is a brew-tiful way to spend time in a bookstore and leave with a bouquet of flowers steeped in style. Seating begins at 5:30pm. Your Ticket Includes:<ul><li>One voucher to our DIY Tea Cocktail Bar – mix your own floral-inspired sips 🍹</li><li></li><li>Three delicate, pastel-hued macarons to enjoy during the event 🌸</li><li></li><li>A Build Your Own Bouquet experience with fresh seasonal blooms 🌹</li><li>A custom-colored, handcrafted paper wrap to dress your bouquet in style 💐</li><li></li><li>All tools and materials provided 🎨</li></ul>Optional: Don your spring best—florals, frills, and pastels  Food and beverages will be available for purchase through our cafe.

Everyday Ayurveda Author Event

Join us as we discuss Kate O'Donnell and Cara Brostrom's 10th anniversary edition of the Everyday Ayurveda cookbook!  About the Authors... KATE O’DONNELL is a preeminent expert in Ayurveda and a respected thought-leader in holistic medicine. Her best-selling books, published in several languages, are leading resources in the field of Ayurveda. The founder of the Ayurvedic Living Institute, O’Donnell is based in Portland, Maine. CARA BROSTROM is an artist, writer, and photographer. She studies and practices Ayurveda, yoga, and bioregional herbalism, and she lives in western Massachusetts.  A decade after inspiring a new generation of Ayurveda practitioners, The Everyday Ayurveda Cookbook returns in a special 10th anniversary edition. Get back to basics with these simple, healing recipes inspired by a time-honored system of seasonal eating for health and vibrancy.   About the book... This special tenth-anniversary edition of The Everyday Ayurveda Cookbook inspires us to get into the kitchen and explore a time-honored system of seasonal eating for health and vibrancy. Keeping digestion on track is the key to health in Ayurveda, and eating natural, homemade foods in accordance with personal constitution and changes in environment is often all that we need to find balance. This accessible guide—so much more than a cookbook—will get you there, offering: • Season by season tips as you learn how weather and environment influence your body and appetite • Foundational “everyday” recipes that can be adapted to any season and any dosha for nourishing, flavorful meals • Lifestyle advice on meal planning, self-care regimens, and how to ensure health during the change of seasons Food and Beverage will be available for purchase in the room.

Great, Big, Beautiful Life

The queen of beach reads is back with another romance! Come celebrate Emily Henry's newest book, Great, Big, Beautiful Life on its release day with us. We will be discussing some of her prior romances as well as talking theories for this upcoming story. There will also be competitions for signed copies of the book! Don't miss the opportunity to make new friends and talk about one of the most highly anticipated romances of 2025. Seating begins as early as 6pm with the festivities beginning at 7pm. Please keep in mind...<ul><li>Each ticket comes with a copy of the book!</li><li>The author will NOT be in attendance.</li><li>Food and beverage WILL be available for purchase in the room.</li><li>Refunds will NOT be issued within 48 hours of the event.</li></ul>

Sunrise on the Reaping

Couldn't get enough of Sunrise on the Reaping? Neither could we! Join us as we unpack Haymitch's newly revealed backstory for us early readers. Booksellers / Hunger Games fanatics will be putting together a fun night of discussion for all to enjoy. (Also feel free to submit your own questions!) Admission is $5 but you will receive a $5 voucher in exchange to be used on the night of the event. Seating begins at 6pm so that everyone can get dinner beforehand. Let the games begin! Food and Beverage will be available for purchase in the room. Refunds will not be made within 48 hours of the event.

Dead Poets Society Screening

We are going all out the Poetry Month with a screening of Dead Poets Society! Join us for this classic film starring Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, and Ethan Hawke. Seating will be first come first serve and the cafe will be open for all to enjoy during the screening. Doors open at 6:30pm. Food &amp; Beverage will be available for purchase.

The Writer's Room

Join us for our new writers group! Specifically tailored towards our storytellers. Feel free to bring any project you're working on, whether it's a book, novel, chapbook, script, or textbook, we accept all! We will be implementing the pomodoro method. Meaning, there will be 15 minutes of quiet work time followed by a 5 minute break. We will jump between these two modes for about an hour and have an optional workshop at the end, where you can have your work read by fellow writers. There are limited outlets in our space so it is recommended to charge your device beforehand! Food &amp; Beverage will be available for purchase in the room. RSVPs are to gauge interest and not necessary to come to the event. Seating is first come, first serve.

Romance Book Club: even Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

April's romance book club is almost here. After popular demand we have decided to do... The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid! While we acknowledge that this is technically shelved as fiction, there is no denying the legendary romance within. Join us to discuss the popular novel that everyone has been raving about for years. Our booksellers will be curating a guided conversation for the room to follow as you get to know new people! Please make sure to read the whole book before arriving, there WILL be spoilers! Each ticket gives you a $5 voucher to use on the night of the event. Seating can begin as early as 6pm with the event beginning at 7pm.&nbsp; More about the book: Aging and reclusive Hollywood movie icon Evelyn Hugo is finally ready to tell the truth about her glamorous and scandalous life. But when she chooses unknown magazine reporter Monique Grant for the job, no one is more astounded than Monique herself. Why her? Why now? Monique is not exactly on top of the world. Her husband has left her, and her professional life is going nowhere. Regardless of why Evelyn has selected her to write her biography, Monique is determined to use this opportunity to jumpstart her career. Summoned to Evelyn’s luxurious apartment, Monique listens in fascination as the actress tells her story. From making her way to Los Angeles in the 1950s to her decision to leave show business in the ‘80s, and, of course, the seven husbands along the way, Evelyn unspools a tale of ruthless ambition, unexpected friendship, and a great forbidden love. Monique begins to feel a very real connection to the legendary star, but as Evelyn’s story nears its conclusion, it becomes clear that her life intersects with Monique’s own in tragic and irreversible ways. Refunds will not be made within 48 hours of the event. Food and Beverage will be available for purchase in the room.

Spring Poetry Slam

Spring into some good poetry this April with our Spring Poetry Slam! We are super excited for Poetry month this April and what better way to celebrate? This slam will be in support of the Trident Poetry Collective (TPC), a group of Trident Sunday poetry open mic attendees who self-publish chapbook anthologies. Come talk to the Editor in Chief and learn how to get involved with the TPC! We will be recommending (not requiring) a $4 donation at the door that will go towards the collective's next publication. Donations of $10 or more will be entered into a raffle! There will also be copies of the collective's past books available for purchase. Please use the free RSVP to express your interest in attending the event. About the slam... 10 lucky contestants will have the opportunity to compete for the title of Spring champion. Doors open at 6:00 with the line starting at 5:30. Entry is open to all so make sure you come support some of Boston's best poets! Read below if you are interested in competing.&nbsp; For competitors... To compete, please have 3 Spring themed poems prepared. Each poem can be 3 minutes long, any longer will result in point deductions. Sign ups are first come first serve. The line can form at 5:30pm and the first 10 slammers in the door will get to compete. There will be a cash prize fo $50 for the winner! If you have any questions, please reach out to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:events@tridentbookscafe.com">events@tridentbookscafe.com</a>.

Wicked Screening

Hold space this March for this much awaited screening. We will be screening Wicked in the upstairs dining room for all to join! Meet new friends and perhaps even sing along with us. Seating begins at 6pm. Food and beverage will be available for purchase as well! RSVPs are just a way to gauge interest and do not guarantee a seat. Please arrive early to ensure seating.

Sunrise ont he Reaping

Any Hunger Games fans in the house? Suzanne Collins is back with another edition to the Hunger Games series! This time, we get to witness fan favorite, Haymitch Abernathy's origin story. Join us for a night of discussion and trivia as we dive back into the world of Panem! Tickets come with a copy of Sunrise on the Reaping and access to our launch party. Seating begins at 6:30pm.&nbsp;The author will NOT be attending. Food &amp; Beverage will be available for purchase in the upstairs cafe.

Queer Board Game Night

Do you identify as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community? Do you like board games?! Are you looking for a way to meet new people? We're gathering together at the Trident for a board game night, and all queer-identifying folks and allies are welcome! We'll be playing board games (and grabbing dinner/drinks!) from 6-9 pm, at which point the evening will move into a mingling, hang-sesh with all your new friends! No need to reserve a seat in advance, but tables are first come, first served! Our full menu including beer and wine will be available for you to enjoy and we're open until 10 pm! Feel free to bring your own board games as well. Ready to play?

S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

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S4: top picks

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S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

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S20: c+d experiences

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S16: editor picks

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S2 (A): top experiences

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S3 (A): trending experiences

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S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

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S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.