Events

Open Mic

Our stage is open to all family-friendly performative arts and artists regardless of age or experience. Bring your friends for an encouraging and supportive night!

Crafting with Books

Enjoy crafting something new each month with Erin!

Fee is $10. Seats are limited.

RPG Open Table

Hang out with Murph at The Dancing Bear Tavern as he guides you and your new friends through a new adventure!

Artists @ The Author Shoppe

Engage with fellow artists and learn about new arts opportunities in the Hattiesburg area!

Board Game Social

Bring your friends or get ready to make some new friends! Play games from our collection or bring your own!

Jam Sessions

Local musicians, spend an evening meeting and jamming out with fellow musicians!

Hemingbear Readers Book Club

Unite with fellow book lovers! Book selections vary month to month. Bring your friends and read a good book!

Yarn & Yarns

Bring your latest fiber project (crochet, knit, needlepoint, etc) and make some new friends!

Summerween

Come enjoy a spooky celebration at The Author Shoppe! Bring your beach towel and enjoy some fun water games! Make some creepy crafts! Enjoy sweet treats! Shop fun vendors! Last but not least, join us when the sun goes down for a classic horror film!
Tickets are $5/children and $10/adults. All proceeds go towards building maintenance and improvement.

Indie Art Show

Meet up-and-coming local artists! Enjoy local art and take the opportunity to support them by purchasing their artwork!

If you are interested in being a featured artist, please email your submissions to infobear@authorshoppe.com by July 24.

Book Signings