Dogwood Books & Gifts

Upcoming Fall Events

  • Author Talk with Courtney Maum, “Alan Opts Out”

    Tuesday, October 6
    6:30 pm

    Tickets: $40 includes the book and reception with wine & charcuterie

    Christ Church is partnering with Greenwich Academy for this new book written by Courtney Maum, moderated by Dana Chivvis, both GA Alumni.

    Named one of the best books of the summer by The NYTimes, this novel is about Belle Haven, status, success, family - and whether any of us can truly OPT OUT. In partnership with Greenwich Academy.

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  • Courage & Faith Presents: Author Talk with Kevin Roose, "The Race to Superintelligence — and the Fight for Our Humanity”

    Friday, October 9 | 6:30 pm
    $45 (includes talk, book, wine & charcuterie)

    Kevin Roose, NYTimes Tech Tech Columnist & Co-Host of “Hard Fork” Podcast

    One of the most popular voices in tech today, Kevin helps millions make sense of the AI revolution. In The AGI Chronicles, he exposes the high-stakes race to build artificial superintelligence and posing the question that may define our future: What happens to humanity when machines can out-think us?

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  • Best Selling Explorer, Author & Photographer, Bob Peck “Travels on Edge”

    Thursday, October 15 | 7:00 pm
    $35 (includes talk, book, wine & charcuterie)

    Have you ever wondered what it's like to discover a new species in the Amazon, cross the Gobi Desert by camel, or explore some of the world's most remote places? Join bestselling author, explorer, and photographer Robert McCracken Peck for an unforgettable evening of breathtaking stories, stunning photography, and a signed copy of his new book.

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  • “Why Are Women So Hard On Themselves?” by Dr. Betsy Holmberg

    Thursday, October 22 | 7:00 pm
    $30 includes talk, book, wine & charcuterie.

    Dr. Betsy Holmberg, Psychologist and Writer for Psychology Today

    Are you tired of beating yourself up? Most women assume that harsh inner voice is just part of who they are. It isn't. As Dr. Holmberg explains, it's a deeply rooted survival mechanism that can be changed. In Unkind Mind, she offers a science-based path to quiet your inner critic, silence negativity, stop constant comparison, and replace self-criticism with confidence, courage, and self-compassion.

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  • Courage & Faith presents NYT bestselling author, Rick Atkinson: “The Fate of the Day: America at 250”

    Monday, October 26 | 6:30 pm
    $75 (includes talk, book, early meet & greet, wine & charcuterie reception)/
    $50 (includes talk, book)

    One of America's most acclaimed historians, Rick Atkinson is a Pulitzer Prize-winning author whose books have sold millions of copies worldwide. In The Fate of the Day, he explores the dramatic struggles, defining battles, and extraordinary leaders of the American Revolution, separating myth from history in the story of America's fight for independence.

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  • Todd Talks "Tony"

    Friday, November 20, 6:00 pm
    $35 (includes "Kitchen Confidential" book, reception with wine, refreshments, and charcuterie)

    Join us for a fascinating behind-the-scenes conversation with Todd Bartels, co-writer of TONY, the new film starring Dominic Sessa as a young Anthony Bourdain and Antonio Banderas, as his mentor. Inspired by Bourdain’s bestselling memoir, Kitchen Confidential, the film explores the experiences that launched his remarkable career—and helped shape the candid, curious, boundary-pushing voice the world came to love.

    Todd will share how he walked in Bourdain’s footsteps in Provincetown, what it took to get the script greenlit, how the film came together, and stories from behind the scenes in Hollywood.Proceeds go to the Neighbor to Neighbor Food Pantry.

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We Host the Authors
You Need to Hear.

Hoda Kotbe with Jenna Bush Hager

Kate Bowler, Joyful Anyway with Henley Cox

Jen Hatmaker, Awake

Sam Waterston & Russ Levenson

Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt & Alyssa Black Campbell

David Brooks

Dogwood Books and Gifts sells popular, best-selling books as well as religious books, gifts, beautiful tabletop and entertaining items, and cards. Come for a latte, conversation, and browse.

Located in Christ Church Greenwich. Easy parking.

So don’t order books from Amazon. Order from Dogwood online and your proceeds will go to charity.
Or, better yet, come in and visit us.

When people enter Dogwood for the first time, they almost always say “Wow.” It is such a beautiful space and when you walk upstairs, it has the most calming aura overlooking the landscape. Plus, the people who work and volunteer at Dogwood are friendly and helpful whether you need a baptism gift, a hostess present, or a page-turner for yourself, come for a visit.

Host your next meeting or cocktail party in the Dogwood Mezzanine. Our awesome, quiet space seats 12 people, has an entertaining kitchen, and we will donate 10% of your group’s sales to your nonprofit.

When you shop local, your dollars remain in this community. Buying local means less packaging, less transportation, and a smaller carbon footprint. And do you know what Amazon.com doesn’t have? Big sunlit windows, comfy chairs to curl up in, friendly people to chat with, and steaming hot lattes, that’s what.

At Dogwood, you can get a book or a gift and a nice afternoon, knowing that some of your money is going to help people in need. Free blessings with each purchase, upon request.

Call Dogwood for more info (203) 869-9030 or visit dogwoodbooksandgifts.com

Easily Purchase Books Online HERE!