Join Blythe Books as we welcome Dr. Rachel Krenek back to the store. As one of our favorite yarn enthusiasts, she will be leading a class on granny squares, teaching you the ins and outs of creating different types of squares that you can then turn into something even more beautiful. Blankets, bags, ponchos - the creativity is endless with a well-made granny square!

Skill Level: Basic crochet skills are needed to attend this class. Each student should know how to slip knot and chain. If you can handle both of these skills, this class will be a breeze. If you have attended any of our “Beginner Crochet Classes” taught at the store you will have more than enough knowledge for this class.

Cost: $36 - this covers all needed supplies + the instructor’s time

Space is limited for this class, so grab a seat soon and join us for a cozy crafting day at the store!

Back by popular demand, Blythe Books is bringing the coziest, calmest craft night you’ve ever seen. Join us for an evening of book bedazzling where we’ll jazz up some of our favorite book covers with some glam rhinestones that will make each story the standout piece on your bookshelves.

Book bedazzling is easy to pick up and a relaxing way to spend the evening with friends and other bookworms.

Cost: $28 - This includes all supplies (please bring your own book), snacks, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Space is limited, reserve your spot today!

Blythe Books is happy to welcome Girl Scout Troop 17040 to our store to sell Girl Scout cookies during store hours on Saturday, March 14th.

Troop 17040 is made up on Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Girl Scouts who sell cookies to help fund camping trips and fun events throughout the year. Your purchase of cookies helps these girls to learn and sharpen selling, math, and leadership skills, which they can use in every day life.

Boxes are $6 each, and cash and card are accepted at the event. Gluten-free and vegan options are available.

Join Blythe Books for our first ever Swap Night. Bring items from home that you no longer have use for and swap them for new items.

This event is free to attend and an all-ages affair. Families are welcome to come swap together.

Any supplies not claimed after the swap ends will be distributed 1. To Blythe Books to use for upcoming events or projects 2. To any local resource that might be able to use them 3. To Recycling centers (if possible) or the trash.

March’s Swap Theme: Craft supplies

Bring old craft supplies that you no longer have need for and swap them out for new supplies. Given up on crochet but love watercolors now? Drop off your old crochet supplies and see what paint items are there for you.

Please keep in mind the following about any items you want to swap:

1. Blythe Books is not a dumping ground for stuff you are unable or unwilling to throw away. These events will continue on a semi-regular basis as long as they are not confused for a garbage dump site.

2. Please only drop off items that are in useable condition. Dried up markers aren’t going to make the cut here.

3. Crafts can be defined by you, so bring whatever you feel is a craft-worthy swap item. This could include, old yard, knitting needles, paint, paper of all kinds, gems, sequins, pipe cleaner, glue, fabric, baking supplies (no food, please), candle supplies, cricut supplies, etc.

4. You can bring as much as you want to swap at the event, and leave with as much as you’d like.

IMPORTANT: If bringing sewing pins or needles to swap, please make sure they are secured into a pin cushion. No injuries at our event!

Our semi-annual book drop off event is back! Help us stock our shelves with books you no longer have need for in your own personal collection.

This event runs all day Saturday March 7 and Sunday March 8 at our store. Drop off books to sell that weekend and earn an extra bonus on any books we can accept from you. There is no limit to the number of books you can bring in, so plan accordingly to do some spring cleaning.

Our inventory needs change daily, but here are some rules to consider when deciding what books to bring in:

• We generally are looking for books published from 2016 to present day. Exceptions are made sometimes, but the newer your book is, the better the chance we will be able to buy it from you.

• Books should be in good or very good condition

• We prefer to buy complete series whenever possible. Not a hard and fast rule.

• We don’t have much room in our inventory currently for coffee table books, cookbooks, or travel books. We take these on a very limited basis.

This Drop Off event we are offering a double bonus payment on any of our “hard-to-find” genres of books: this includes sci-fi, adult horror, and graphic novels

For any additional questions about our book buying process, please see our Sell Your Books page on our site

Our semi-annual book drop off event is back! Help us stock our shelves with books you no longer have need for in your own personal collection.

This event runs all day Saturday March 7 and Sunday March 8 at our store. Drop off books to sell that weekend and earn an extra bonus on any books we can accept from you. There is no limit to the number of books you can bring in, so plan accordingly to do some spring cleaning.

Our inventory needs change daily, but here are some rules to consider when deciding what books to bring in:

• We generally are looking for books published from 2016 to present day. Exceptions are made sometimes, but the newer your book is, the better the chance we will be able to buy it from you.

• Books should be in good or very good condition

• We prefer to buy complete series whenever possible. Not a hard and fast rule.

• We don’t have much room in our inventory currently for coffee table books, cookbooks, or travel books. We take these on a very limited basis.

This Drop Off event we are offering a double bonus payment on any of our “hard-to-find” genres of books: this includes sci-fi, adult horror, and graphic novels

For any additional questions about our book buying process, please see our Sell Your Books page on our site

Join Blythe Books for our first ever Beginner’s Embroidery Class at the store. We’ll be taking time to learn the basics of embroidery stitching, from picking your needle and string thickness to basic stitches that will get you through just about any basic embroidery project. Once we’ve mastered the first steps, we’ll start on our first project: An embroidered canvas bag, perfect for hauling around your favorite books, snacks, or embroidery items.

Class space is limited, so sign up now to join in on the fun.

Join us at Blythe Books on the first Wednesday of every month for story time. This 30 minutes is geared for kids ages 2-5 as we’ll read through a few stories together and talk about them. Silliness is always encouraged!

Parents/Guardians must remain in-store during the event, but free coffee and tea will be available while you take a minute to relax.

This beginner-friendly workshop introduces neurographics, a meditative drawing practice, combined with watercolor painting. The process uses flowing lines and rounded intersections to create layered, abstract compositions that resemble neural pathways and encourage mindful focus.

Students begin by creating an abstract watercolor background using traditional or powdered watercolors (or both), learning simple techniques to allow color to flow naturally. Once the background is dry, participants are guided through a gentle neurographic drawing approach using continuous lines and rounded connections to build their composition.

The emphasis of this class is on slowing down, releasing perfection, and enjoying the creative process. The combination of watercolor and intuitive linework offers a calming, grounding experience while resulting in a unique abstract artwork to take home.

No prior drawing or watercolor experience is required. All materials are included.

Space is limited for this event, so be sure to book your spot soon for this art session.

Join Blythe Books as we welcome local author J. Donald to the store to celebrate the release of his new book A Better Human. This title releases on February 6, 2026 and you’ll want to snag a copy to add to your TBR pile.

This event is free to attend, though you may choose to purchase a signed copy of J. Donald’s book at the event if you wish. The event is open to all ages, and families are welcome to attend.

A Better Human Synopsis:

Life inside the Conservation City walls is perfect. No crime. No disease. Society is perfectly structured. After the outbreak nearly brought humans to extinction, those who survived managed to make life better - with the help of advanced medical science from Volcan Enterprises.

Jacob Anderson has grown up inside these walls. His life is normal. Sports. School. Hanging out with friends - sneaking over the walls to the Outside to find comic books and learn what kids did in the Old-World. Typical activities for someone about to turn eighteen.

What isn't normal are Jacob's abilities and that his father insists he keeps them secret from everyone.

After a tragic event takes his father's life, Jacob is approached by Victor Volcan, his dad's best friend, who introduces him to other humans with unique and miraculous abilities just like him.

Suddenly, Jacob's normal life becomes anomalous as he unravels secrets about the world around him, about himself, and learns why his father insisted his abilities remained secret.

Join our quarterly Three Rivers Readers book club at Blythe Books. Each quarter we will meet to discuss a book written by a local author (both trad and indie published). The selection and genre is always changing to reflect our current reading mood, so keep a lookout for books that speak to you!

February’s Book: Shadow of Lilith by Stevie Hosler

Cost: $0 All book clubs are free to attend

Bonus: Book Club members receive 10% off their entire purchase at Blythe Books if shopping on book club night (no purchase is required)

RSVP: No RSVP is needed, but consider joining @threeriversreaders on Instagram for updates on this and all future meetings.

Can’t wait to meet you for book club!

Love is in the air at Blythe Books this Valentine’s Day season!

Do you and/or your significant other love books? Have you ever imagined the perfect date night at a bookstore, closed to everyone but you? If this sounds magical to you, we have the perfect holiday set up for you.

We have several spots available over multiple days for you to rent out Blythe Books for an hour. Your hour in the store will include:

• Privacy to shop for anything you like - be loud, be silly, no one’s here but you and your SO!

• Want to go on a book shopping spree? Take 20% off anything you buy at the store during your date night! A very few select items are excluded from this deal, please see the RSVP page to confirm all fine print

• A book rose, perfect for displaying on your bookshelves at home

• Champagne for everyone (alcoholic and non-alcoholic available)

• A small gift from Blythe Books to you to celebrate your date night together

Cost: $50 per couple/hour

How to Book? Space is extremely limited for this event, and more dates and times will not be added. Don’t miss your chance to have a fun evening with your bibliophile partner. Click the button below to claim a spot.

Love is in the air at Blythe Books this Valentine’s Day season!

Do you and/or your significant other love books? Have you ever imagined the perfect date night at a bookstore, closed to everyone but you? If this sounds magical to you, we have the perfect holiday set up for you.

We have several spots available over multiple days for you to rent out Blythe Books for an hour. Your hour in the store will include:

• Privacy to shop for anything you like - be loud, be silly, no one’s here but you and your SO!

• Want to go on a book shopping spree? Take 20% off anything you buy at the store during your date night! A very few select items are excluded from this deal, please see the RSVP page to confirm all fine print

• A book rose, perfect for displaying on your bookshelves at home

• Champagne for everyone (alcoholic and non-alcoholic available)

• A small gift from Blythe Books to you to celebrate your date night together

Cost: $50 per couple/hour

How to Book? Space is extremely limited for this event, and more dates and times will not be added. Don’t miss your chance to have a fun evening with your bibliophile partner. Click the button below to claim a spot.

Join our quarterly Better Than the Movies book club and discuss upcoming and current films based off of popular literary works. Each meeting we’ll tackle a different book that is making the jump to the big screen to see how the two stories compare through a thoughtful discussion.

February’s Book: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

Cost: $0 All book clubs are free to attend

Bonus: Book Club members receive 10% off their entire purchase at Blythe Books if shopping on book club night (no purchase is required)

RSVP: Please click the button below to join the online book club group to get more timely updates on this and all future meetings.

Can’t wait to meet you for book club!

Join us as we take to the rink for a heated Galentine’s Day party and craft night themed around our favorite hockey romance show Heated Rivalry!

Themed drinks and food will be waiting for you as you gather to play for either Montreal or Boston. Once you’ve picked your side get ready for a fun night of fabulous crafting. We’ll have everything you need to create your own whimsical HR-themed cross stich project, including some lessons if you’ve never cross stitched before. Pick your favorite Cottage-themed pattern and settle in for some fun, conversation, and hockey references.

This event is 21+ only.

Space is limited, so make sure you grab your seat soon! Click the button below to save your space for this epic event!

Back by popular demand, Blythe Books is bringing the coziest, calmest craft night you’ve ever seen. Join us for an evening of book bedazzling where we’ll jazz up some of our favorite book covers with some glam rhinestones that will make each story the standout piece on your bookshelves.

Book bedazzling is easy to pick up and a relaxing way to spend the evening with friends and other bookworms.

Cost: $28 - This includes all supplies (please bring your own book), snacks, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Space is limited, reserve your spot today!

Join our quarterly Sweet Suspense book club at Blythe Books. Each quarter we will meet to rotate through a selection of thriller and romance books, two genres that shouldn’t work together so well but absolutely do. It’ll be a great time, and you don’t want to miss out.

February’s Book: The Bodyguard by Katherine Center

Cost: $0 All book clubs are free to attend

Bonus: Book Club members receive 10% off their entire purchase at Blythe Books if shopping on book club night (no purchase is required)

RSVP: No RSVP is needed, but consider joining @sweetsuspense_books for updates on the book club.

Can’t wait to meet you for book club!

Join us at Blythe Books on the first Wednesday of every month for story time. This 30 minutes is geared for kids ages 2-5 as we’ll read through a few stories together and talk about them. Silliness is always encouraged!

Parents/Guardians must remain in-store during the event, but free coffee and tea will be available while you take a minute to relax.

Blythe Books is happy to welcome back local author Ann Orlandi to the store for our quarterly Writer’s Workshop. This workshop is geared to help aspiring writers to get the most out of their stories and ideas for a great novel.

Each meet-up we tackle a different writing theme to help develop your story more. February’s theme is: Crafting Compelling Characters.

Writer’s are encouraged (but not required) to bring a general outline of 1 main and up to 2 minor characters from their story. The outline can include traits of the character, what motivates them, their “Why”, and a short background.

Tickets are free for this workshop, and open to anyone 16+ years old. We ask that you RSVP to this event so we can properly prepare for each participant. Please click the link below to reserve your spot.

Kick your new reading and exercise goals into high gear in 2026 with the Blythe Books Walking Book Club! Bring headphones and an audiobook and join us as we get some steps in while enjoying some new novels.

Where: Meet-up at Blythe Books. 2941 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh 15227. Space will be available for you to securely store valuables you don’t wish to bring with you on the walk.

When: Every Saturday in January. 10-11am. This event will be held regardless of weather.

To Bring: Comfy shoes for walking; headphones and an audiobook to listen to. A light snack or drink if it would be beneficial.

No RSVP needed to attend. Simply show up and walk!

Kick your new reading and exercise goals into high gear in 2026 with the Blythe Books Walking Book Club! Bring headphones and an audiobook and join us as we get some steps in while enjoying some new novels.

Where: Meet-up at Blythe Books. 2941 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh 15227. Space will be available for you to securely store valuables you don’t wish to bring with you on the walk.

When: Every Saturday in January. 10-11am. This event will be held regardless of weather.

To Bring: Comfy shoes for walking; headphones and an audiobook to listen to. A light snack or drink if it would be beneficial.

No RSVP needed to attend. Simply show up and walk!

The perfect craft night to warm up your January, join Blythe Books for a Brick Book Painting. Brick books are a cute and subtle way to add a pop of color to your garden, while also showing off some of your favorite books.

The cost of this class includes one brick, sealed and ready for your design. All art supplies will be included at the class for you. We suggest you have a book design already in mind for the evening.

Light snacks, coffee, tea, and water will be provided during the event.

To RSVP to this event, please click the button below to purchase a spot.

Cost: $25/per person

Join Blythe Books as we welcome local sports broadcaster Rob King to the store to celebrate the release of his new book Sendina’s Prophecy: Book 2 of The Kavenland Adventure Series. Rob will be discussing the book, his writing career, and the importance of writing more books for middle grade readers with longtime Pittsburgh broadcaster Sally Wiggin.

This is an all-ages event open to the public. You must reserve a ticket to attend the event.

Cost: $0 (upgrades will be available if you would like to reserve a book prior to the event)

Winter Weather Policy: Blythe Books works hard to honor all events scheduled at our store. If we need to cancel an event due to inclement weather, we will post online about the cancellation as soon as a decision is made. We will also email all event ticket holders directly should an event need to be cancelled.

Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot at the link below.

So you’ve written a book! Congratulations! Finishing a book can feel like a large weight off your shoulder, but the truth is your writing journey is just beginning.

Join Blythe Books and local author and editor Susan Helene Gottfried as we tackle different post-story problems that will grow you and your brand and get your book out there to more people. Each quarter we will meet to look at different aspects of running your author business with topics such as building a brand, small business concerns, marketing in today’s world, selling your book, the mechanics to getting it done, and more.

January’s Topic: Building a Brand

In this meeting we will look at how to build a social media presence online, discuss media and PR Kits, work to identify how you can use a street team to benefit your book(s), and dive into how to work with indie bookstores in a productive way.

Cost: This class is free to attend. Space is limited to provide the best learning environment as possible.

Additional Resources: Many of you will have additional questions about building your brand that are specific to you and your books. Due to the scope of the class, some of these questions might not be relevant to the class as a whole and won’t be addressed in class. If you’d like to sit down one-on-one with Susan after the class to dive into your brand needs specifically, consultation spots will be available to book on a first-come-first-served basis. Each spot will be 20 minutes long and will allow you to break out your own questions and get professional feedback.

To RSVP to this event, please click the button below.

Kick your new reading and exercise goals into high gear in 2026 with the Blythe Books Walking Book Club! Bring headphones and an audiobook and join us as we get some steps in while enjoying some new novels.

Where: Meet-up at Blythe Books. 2941 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh 15227. Space will be available for you to securely store valuables you don’t wish to bring with you on the walk.

When: Every Saturday in January. 10-11am. This event will be held regardless of weather.

To Bring: Comfy shoes for walking; headphones and an audiobook to listen to. A light snack or drink if it would be beneficial.

No RSVP needed to attend. Simply show up and walk!

Join us for our quarterly meetup of The Yearning Yinzers, a spicy-romance book club exclusively at Blythe Books.

All are welcome to join us as we talk about our selected reading.

For more information about our current book selection, please click the button below to join our group on The Storygraph. This page will announce when a book has been chosen, allow you to participate in a buddy read, and stay up to date on any new meetings or announcements that might take place.

Kick your new reading and exercise goals into high gear in 2026 with the Blythe Books Walking Book Club! Bring headphones and an audiobook and join us as we get some steps in while enjoying some new novels.

Where: Meet-up at Blythe Books. 2941 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh 15227. Space will be available for you to securely store valuables you don’t wish to bring with you on the walk.

When: Every Saturday in January. 10-11am. This event will be held regardless of weather.

To Bring: Comfy shoes for walking; headphones and an audiobook to listen to. A light snack or drink if it would be beneficial.

No RSVP needed to attend. Simply show up and walk!

Join us for a social hour open to anyone who is working on a fiber project and would like to get out and meet others in the area.

Fiber projects include (but are not limited to): knitting, crochet, sewing quilting, needlepointing, embroidery, etc.

This social hour is a BYOP Event - Bring Your Own Project! We’ll be meeting to work on our projects and socialize. All socializing is optional, and you’re welcome to bring headphones and listen to music or an audiobook while you work as well.

Tea and coffee will be provided for everyone. You are encouraged to bring your own food to enjoy during the event.

You must reserve a spot for this class, as space is limited in our store. Click the link below to claim your spot and join us in January.