What’s a cookbook club?

Exactly what it sounds like–neighbors, pals, and strangers gathering together to discuss and eat select recipes from one cookbook; we’re meeting 6 times a year, roughly every 8 weeks!

How do I join?

Very simple! Purchase your book at O&D then RSVP here! That’s your ticket to attend. Come to every meeting, or just a handful. It’s up to you! Already have the book in question? We hope you’ll make a friend or four that brighten your orbit and help expand your culinary skills.

Do I need to be a Top Chef?

Absolutely not! You don’t have to be an expert cook, just a curious one. We encourage everyone to gather with a beginners mindset. We’re here, first and foremost, to be in community! Added bennies: building our culinary skills, experimenting, and learning about more cuisines.

What should I bring?

We’re gathering around *le blog* to chat about the book and build a menu that forms a balanced take on the cookbook. Call dibs on a recipe early on, or spend a few weeks mulling things over. Feeling totally inspired to bring more than one? Go wild, sis.

What to expect from O&D:

Bring yourself and your dish! We’ve got the rest covered, i.e., table setting, linens, serving utensils, silverware, and Tupperware to take home leftovers. We’ll also provide wine and non-alcoholic beverage pairings. We don’t have a sink big enough for bulk dishwashing (yet), so we ask that you kindly bring home the container you brought your meal in.

Join us for a warm, welcoming story time paired with sensory play led by the incredible occupational therapists at Children's Therapy Center in Carmel.

This interactive, one-of-a-kind story time experience includes:

🧸 Imaginative readings from 2-3 books
🎶 Soft sounds & movement
🌈 Sensory-friendly fun for toddlers and young children of all abilities

📍 Olivia & Daisy Books
📅 First Wednesday of the month ⏰ 10 AM
👶 Perfect for toddlers + preschoolers
🎟️ Free to join—RSVP or just swing by!

Every child deserves a story time that feels just right 💖📚

Writers and aspiring authors, take note! Published author, Brooke L. French and editor and publishing consultant, Heather Lazare, will host a fireside chat for authors and literary enthusiasts alike!

Brooke L. French is the author of three best-selling thrillers: The Carolina Variant, Inhuman Acts, and Unnatural Intent. She lives in Carmel with her two sons and husband.

Heather Lazare is an independent editorial and publishing consultant who specializes in editing adult fiction, with particular emphasis on historical fiction, women’s fiction, literary fiction, contemporary romance, and thrillers. She began her career at the Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency, then moved to the editorial side at Crown (Random House), and was a senior editor at Touchstone (Simon & Schuster) before creating her own business in 2013.

This is an extremely rare and exciting opportunity to seek counsel and mentoring from two local powerhouses.

For writers: bring up to 500 words of your current work-in-progress for one-on-one writing advice with Brooke L. French from 10-11 am.

For literary enthusiasts: join for coffee and lively conversation about books, publishing, and more.

Please RSVP by texting 404-694-2130

Northern California Writers' Retreat: Insider Access to Publishing. This juried retreat offers aspiring authors unparalleled insight into the publishing industry. Each session features a published Author-in-Residence, two established Literary Agents, and a seasoned Editor, providing a trifecta of perspectives to help writers refine their craft and navigate the path to publication.

Join us every six-ish weeks for conveartion and felloship! RSVPs requested: LEARN MORE HERE!

Tarot for Trying Times: Cultivating Courage, Clarity, and Consolation

Thursday, April 3 | 6:00-7:30pm | In-Person

In the face of uncertainty and unrest, tarot offers us a way to find our inner strength, regain clarity, and protect our peace. In this 1.5-hour workshop, we’ll explore key tarot archetypes that support courage, clarity, and comfort during challenging times. Together, we’ll connect with cards like The Star and The Queen of Swords—symbols of resilience, boundary-setting, and the wisdom needed to navigate overwhelming stress. 

 Whether you’re feeling the weight of the world or simply looking for ways to soothe your spirit, this workshop will help you find grounding and direction. We’ll explore how the tarot can guide us through turbulence, offering insights that support our emotional well-being and personal empowerment. 

No prior tarot experience required. Just bring a tarot deck and your heart, your curiosity, and a desire to create calm amidst the chaos. Tarot decks available for purchase.

Northern California Writers' Retreat: Insider Access to Publishing. This juried retreat offers aspiring authors unparalleled insight into the publishing industry. Each session features a published Author-in-Residence, two established Literary Agents, and a seasoned Editor, providing a trifecta of perspectives to help writers refine their craft and navigate the path to publication.

Northern California Writers' Retreat: Insider Access to Publishing. This juried retreat offers aspiring authors unparalleled insight into the publishing industry. Each session features a published Author-in-Residence, two established Literary Agents, and a seasoned Editor, providing a trifecta of perspectives to help writers refine their craft and navigate the path to publication.

What’s a cookbook club?

Exactly what it sounds like–neighbors, pals, and strangers gathering together to discuss and eat select recipes from one cookbook; we’re meeting 6 times a year, roughly every 8 weeks!

How do I join?

Very simple! Purchase your book at O&D then RSVP here! That’s your ticket to attend. Come to every meeting, or just a handful. It’s up to you! Already have the book in question? We hope you’ll make a friend or four that brighten your orbit and help expand your culinary skills.

Do I need to be a Top Chef?

Absolutely not! You don’t have to be an expert cook, just a curious one. We encourage everyone to gather with a beginners mindset. We’re here, first and foremost, to be in community! Added bennies: building our culinary skills, experimenting, and learning about more cuisines.

What should I bring?

We’re gathering around *le blog* to chat about the book and build a menu that forms a balanced take on the cookbook. Call dibs on a recipe early on, or spend a few weeks mulling things over. Feeling totally inspired to bring more than one? Go wild, sis.

What to expect from O&D:

Bring yourself and your dish! We’ve got the rest covered, i.e., table setting, linens, serving utensils, silverware, and Tupperware to take home leftovers. We’ll also provide wine and non-alcoholic beverage pairings. We don’t have a sink big enough for bulk dishwashing (yet), so we ask that you kindly bring home the container you brought your meal in.