What books will we be reading?

Each Saturday morning session features carefully chosen books, read aloud in an engaging and interactive way. Expect a warm and welcoming atmosphere where little listeners can explore stories, discover new characters, and spark their love for reading. Please note, the event will be held in English.

This event is free to attend, but we ask that you&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.pt/e/kids-storytime-good-company-bookstore-tickets-1977908018126">register free tickets in advance</a>&nbsp;so we know how many little bookworms to expect. Please select how many adults and children will be attending. If you can't make it, please ensure you cancel your ticket so others can join.

We'll pick two of our favorite children's books that are available in our bookstore. If you have any suggestions, let us know on the day!

Nothing at all - just bring your curiosity and love for stories! If your child has a favorite stuffed animal or cozy blanket, they’re welcome to bring it along for extra comfort.

Whether they’re early readers, book lovers, or just beginning their literary journey. We welcome parents, caregivers and children of all ages to join us and enjoy the experience together. Please note, the event will be held in English.

We can't wait to share our stories with you!

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Kids Storytime

Event Language: Hosted in English.

Join the Curious Monkey Film Club for an evening of cinematic charm!

We’re inviting curious and passionate film lovers to join us for a screening of Shanghai Express (1932), directed by Josef von Sternberg and starring the iconic Marlene Dietrich in one of her most unforgettable roles. Set aboard a train crossing a politically unstable China, the film blends romance and intrigue, all wrapped in striking visuals. Building on our journey through 1930s cinema, we step into a time when European expatriates reshaped Hollywood with fresh flair, innovative techniques and bold perspectives.

Whether you're revisiting this timeless gem or watching it for the first time, you're in for a treat.

Since 2020, Curious Monkey Film Club has been a gathering place for thoughtful film fans with an eye for detail and a love of storytelling. We don’t just watch films - we unpack them, explore them, and ask what they still have to say to us today. Our selections span genres and eras, chosen not by popularity but for their enduring craft and intrigue.

6:30pm - Arrive early to grab a drink, browse the bookshore and line up for entry.

7:00pm - Entrance opens and film starts promptly. Limited seats. First come, first serve!

This is a donation-based event to support the continuation of the Curious Monkey Film Club.&nbsp;Registration is free, but mandatory.&nbsp;The space has limited capacity, registration does not guarantee entry. When the space is full we will not allow more to enter.&nbsp;Please arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Chairs are first come, first serve but we also have plenty of standing and floor seating space available.

Good Company Books is an independent English Bookstore in Lisbon. Born from our love of global literature and our Portuguese heritage, we are crafting a space for people of all backgrounds to gather and enjoy the best books, events, coffee, and wine.&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/goodcompanybookstore/">Find out more on our Instagram.</a>

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Classics Film Night w/ Curious Monkey Film Club

Come and enjoy an intimate concert at Good Company Bookstore as we showcase two emerging artists!

Whether you're here to discover new music, unwind after a long day, or simply enjoy&nbsp;good company, this promises to be a special night.

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/charlotte_algar/">Charlotte Algar</a>&nbsp;is a London-born singer and classical guitarist in love with Brazilian music. In 2020 she moved to Lisbon, and from there embarked on a musical journey that quickly led her to perform at Casa do Choro (Rio de Janeiro), Bona Casa de Música (São Paulo) amongst many other notable venues in Brazil, Portugal and the UK.

In 2024 she released her first album, "Tejo", created in homage to some of the great Brazilian composers. The album is primarily a work of voice and guitar, demonstrating her instrumental prowess with detailed accompaniments supporting visceral, virtuosic vocal interpretations.

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/naymusics?igsh=MW1nOGFoa3puYjIzMg==">Nay</a>&nbsp;- Brazilian singer and composer that nowadays belongs to the world: gathering her own songs and her wide repertoire during her process discovering and studying music for 11 years, among different parts of Europe. In her first solo project, she merges modern and old musical elements, in a tireless search for a musical revolution. Studied jazz in Dublin and is currently polishing her method in Lisbon, Portugal, exploring Brazilian popular music, jazz, and the most modern in world music.

7.00pm - Doors open. Grab a drink and snack and say hello before the music starts.

7.15pm - The music will begin. Chairs are first come, first serve but we also have plenty of standing and floor seating space available. Two artists will perform with a short interval in between.

Entrance for the concert is €5. Our shows often sell out so we&nbsp;strongly suggest&nbsp;purchasing tickets beforehand. However, if we are not sold out, tickets will also be available at the door. Chairs are first come, first serve but we also have plenty of standing and floor seating space available.

Good Company Books is an independent&nbsp;English Bookstore&nbsp;in Lisbon. Born from our love of global literature and our Portuguese heritage, we are crafting a space for people of all backgrounds to gather and enjoy the best&nbsp;books,&nbsp;events, coffee,&nbsp;and&nbsp;wine.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/goodcompanybookstore/" target="_blank">Find out more on our Instagram.</a>

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Live Music in a Bookshop | Charlotte Algar & Nay

Event Language: Hosted in English

Join us for an evening of books, conversation, and community as we dive into recent works of contemporary fiction!

Book of the Month:&nbsp;The Housekeeper and the Professor by Yoko Ogawa

About the Book:&nbsp;He is a brilliant maths Professor with a peculiar problem - ever since a traumatic head injury, he has lived with only eighty minutes of short-term memory. She is an astute young Housekeeper, with a ten-year-old son, who is hired to care for him. Each morning, the Professor and the Housekeeper are introduced to one another.

The Professor may not remember what he had for breakfast, but his mind is still alive with elegant mathematical equations from the past. He devises clever maths riddles - based on her shoe size or her birthday - and the numbers reveal a poetic world to both the Housekeeper and her son. With each new equation, the three lost souls forge an affection more mysterious than imaginary numbers, and a bond that runs deeper than memory.

Get Your Copy:&nbsp;You can&nbsp;<a href="https://goodcompanybooks.com/shop/product/the-housekeeper-and-the-professor-vintage-classics-japanese-series/57054614684029">purchase your book</a>&nbsp;on our website and choose in-store pickup or home delivery.

Love books and great discussions? Our book club is the perfect place to connect with fellow readers, share thoughts, and explore new perspectives. Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just getting back into reading, you’re welcome to join!

Expect a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, good company, and engaging conversations over drinks. Grab your copy of the book and come along to listen and be part of the discussion!

The book club is free to attend, but we ask that you register a free ticket so we know how many people to expect.

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Contemporary Book Club

Join us for an interactive and fun reading for your kids on Saturday morning!

Our Saturday morning session features carefully chosen books, read aloud in an engaging and interactive way. Expect a warm and welcoming atmosphere where little listeners can explore stories, discover new characters, and spark their love for reading.&nbsp;Please note, the event will be held in English.

This event is free to attend, but we ask that you register your free tickets in advance so we know how many little bookworms to expect. Please select how many adults and children will be attending. If you can't make it, please ensure you cancel your ticket so others can join.&nbsp;

Good Company Books&nbsp;is an independent English Bookstore in Lisbon. Born from our love of global literature and our Portuguese heritage, we are crafting a space for people of all backgrounds to gather and enjoy the best books, events, coffee, and wine. Find out more on our Instagram.

We can't wait to share our stories with you!

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Kids Storytime 

Join us at Good Company Bookstore for a Sunday afternoon Art Exhibition Opening, featuring the work of Portuguese artist dualgo!

This exhibition documents dualgo’s artistic journey across its different expressions, through multiple approaches that shift in tone and register. Between image-making and a flirtation with objects, the works map out a world where irreverence rules refusing to be tied to a single medium, and instead exploring the possibilities of where things emerge and how they can emerge. With one hand held by poetry and the other in everyday life, the exhibition invites the public to observe and build their own dialogue with the works, with one foot on the moon and one hand on the ground.

15:00 – Exhibit opens. Order a drink, mingle, and take in the artwork.

“I’ve got a tick-tock in my head,” says the artist.

dualgo&nbsp;was born from a friendly rib, because there was too much to do and so he started running: hopping like a late rabbit between drawings and mediums, turning the world upside down so that something happens here, something happens there, with one foot on the stage and the other (smaller) on the tip of a pen.

He co-created the micro-publisher Pop-Chula and is part of the Di Nôs P’arte project, because no one does anything alone.

When pulled by the ear, he admits he is Duarte Gil, 27, from Amadora. And then he says nothing more.

Curated by Beatriz Catarino

This event is free but space is limited. We would appreciate it if you register a free ticket so we know how many people to expect.

Good Company Books is an independent English bookstore in Lisbon, dedicated to bringing together a community of book lovers, artists, and creatives. Our space is a home for literature, conversation, and curated cultural events. Follow us on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/goodcompanybookstore/?hl=en" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;for updates.

By Metro: We're situated a 5-minute walk from the Campo Pequeno metro (Yellow line) and a 10-minute walk from the Alameda metro (Green &amp; Red lines).

By Bus: There are many convenient bus options 2 blocks away from us on Avenida República, with the closest stop to our store being Campo Pequeno-Av. Republica.

By Bike: If you're using the Gira public bicycles, there is a docking station right across the street (#431 - Rua do Arco Cego / Av. Magalhães Lima).

By Car: There is a paid parking lot across the street, between Rua Arco do Cego and Rua Dona Filipa de Vilhena. Street parking is also available around the neighborhood.

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Art Exhibition Opening with the artist dualgo

This timely and honest conversation will explore how love, as a deliberate practice, can help heal Lisbon’s present challenges within and across the indigenous and immigrant communities that make Lisbon such a magical place.&nbsp;

We’ll discuss real issues - identity, class, inclusion, race, and equity - while celebrating what Lisbon already gets right.&nbsp;

Together, we’ll ask:&nbsp;How can love shape both our challenges and our shared future in Lisbon?

Guided by our host&nbsp;<a href="https://substack.com/@therecoveringactivist?utm_campaign=profile&amp;utm_medium=profile-page" target="_blank">Toby Thompkins</a>, we will try together to answer&nbsp; meaningful questions such as How&nbsp;can we practice love as a community to dismantle economic, cultural and racial disparities for everyone and ensure that all who call Lisbon home feel a sense of belonging and safety?

How do we confront present day false narratives about community, belonging, and entitlement that divide us with actions rooted in truth and love, so that indigenous and immigrant residents feel seen, valued, and empowered as full participants in Lisbon’s future?

Imagining a Lisbon anchored in love—what does your ideal future look like, how do you behave differently&nbsp; within it, and how can each of us contribute to creating that Lisbon where everyone thrives, feels safe and can realize their full potential?

A curious and open mind will be more than enough! Although we encourage you to bring something to take notes as the discussion will definitely be the one to remember! You can also bring your copy of “All about love” or&nbsp;<a href="https://goodcompanybooks.com/shop/product/all-about-love/41340209102934" target="_blank">purchase the book here</a>&nbsp;before the event.&nbsp;

bell hooks was born September 25, 1952 as Gloria Jean Watkins, known around the world as bell hooks (deliberately in lower-case). She was an African-American social activist, feminist and author using her voice to talk about race, class and gender and their ability to produce and perpetuate systems of oppression and domination. Her books, essays and numerous wrtitings were waslty published and accuired many dedicated readers all around the world. She addressed important issues of race, class and gender in arts, mass media and educatin. Even though readers said goodbye to beloved author on December 15, 2021, there is still so much to explore and learn from her timeless writings.&nbsp;

Hosted by&nbsp;author, executive coach, Lisbon resident, and Black Gay American citizen&nbsp;<a href="https://substack.com/@therecoveringactivist?utm_campaign=profile&amp;utm_medium=profile-page" target="_blank">Toby Thompkins</a>.&nbsp;Toby is a Futurist, Trusted Advisor, Founding CEO of SAFIOO Society, and creator of Beautiful Leadership™.&nbsp;He has over 30 years of experience working across corporate, for-profit, nonprofit, government and international development sectors as a senior level corporate executive,&nbsp;organizational development consultant, executive coach, and author.

Event is free, but registration is obligatory to secure your seat! We have limited spots so register quickly!&nbsp;

Good Company Books is an independent English Bookstore in Lisbon. Born from our love of global literature and our Portuguese heritage, we are crafting a space for people of all backgrounds to gather and enjoy the best books, events, coffee, and wine.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/goodcompanybookstore/" target="_blank">Find out more on our Instagram.</a>

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Choosing Love in Lisbon: Healing Our City Through bell hooks' Vision

Book of the month:&nbsp;Swimming in the Dark&nbsp;by Tomasz Jędrowski&nbsp;

Set in early 1980s Poland against the violent decline of communism,&nbsp;a tender and passionate story of first love between two young men who eventually find themselves on opposite sides of the political divide. 

When university student Ludwik meets Janusz at a summer agricultural camp, he is fascinated yet wary of this handsome, carefree stranger. But a chance meeting by the river soon becomes an intense, exhilarating, and all-consuming affair. After their camp duties are fulfilled, the pair spend a dreamlike few weeks camping in the countryside, bonding over an illicit copy of James Baldwin’s&nbsp;Giovanni’s Room. Inhabiting a beautiful natural world removed from society and its constraints, Ludwik and Janusz fall deeply in love. But in their repressive communist and Catholic society, the passion they share is utterly unthinkable. 

Once they return to Warsaw, the charismatic Janusz quickly rises in the political ranks of the party and is rewarded with a highly-coveted position in the ministry. Ludwik is drawn toward impulsive acts of protest, unable to ignore rising food prices and the stark economic disparity around them. Their secret love and personal and political differences slowly begin to tear them apart as both men struggle to survive in a regime on the brink of collapse. 

Shifting from the intoxication of first love to the quiet melancholy of growing up and growing apart,&nbsp;Swimming in the Dark&nbsp;is a potent blend of romance, post-war politics, intrigue, and history. Lyrical and sensual, immersive and intense, Tomasz Jedrowski has crafted an indelible and thought-provoking literary debut that explores freedom and love in all its incarnations.

Get Your Copy:&nbsp;You can&nbsp;<a href="https://goodcompanybooks.com/shop/product/swimming-in-the-dark/57706147873149">purchase the book on our website</a>&nbsp;and choose in-store pickup or home delivery.

What To Expect From Our Book Clubs

The book club is free to attend, but please register your free ticket so we know how many to expect.

Queer Book Club

Join us for an evening of poetry, creativity, and community at&nbsp;Good Company Bookstore, with our welcoming host,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/angelique_neu" target="_blank">Angelique Neumann.</a>&nbsp;Whether you're a poet, a poetry lover, or simply curious, this is an opportunity to share words, listen, and connect with fellow literary enthusiasts.&nbsp;Please note, this event will&nbsp;be hosted in English, but&nbsp;both English &amp; Portuguese Poetry are welcome.

The evening will begin with a few readings from Angelique before we open the floor to the open mic, for anyone who wishes to share their poetry in a warm and welcoming environment.

If you’d like to perform, please prepare 1 or 2 poems, ideally originals.&nbsp;Both English and Portuguese poetry are welcome.

Not a performer? No problem! You’re more than welcome to attend and enjoy the readings as part of the audience.

This event is for anyone with a love of poetry - whether you’re a seasoned poet, an aspiring writer, or simply a poetry enthusiast who enjoys listening to spoken word.

This event is free to attend, but we ask that you register a free ticket in advance so we know how many people to expect. Seating is limited and on a first-come-first-serve basis.

By Metro:&nbsp;We're situated a 5-minute walk from the Campo Pequeno metro (Yellow line) and a 10-minute walk from the Alameda metro (Green &amp; Red lines).

By Bus:&nbsp;There are many convenient bus options 2 blocks away from us on Avenida República, with the closest stop to our store being Campo Pequeno-Av. Republica.

By Bike:&nbsp;If you're using the Gira public bicycles, there is a docking station right across the street (#431 - Rua do Arco Cego / Av. Magalhães Lima).

By Car:&nbsp;There is a paid parking lot across the street, between Rua Arco do Cego and Rua Dona Filipa de Vilhena. Street parking is also available around the neighborhood.

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Open Mic Poetry 

Please note, this event will be held in Portuguese.

We are delighted to welcome the much-loved Portuguese author, Dulce Maria Cardoso, on the 13th of February for a conversation with critic Tiago Bartolomeu Costa. Together, they will be talking about her life and work, particularly her novel The Return (translated by Margaret Jull Costa) and its impact on Lusophone literature.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dulce.m.cardoso/?hl=en">Dulce Maria Cardoso</a> was born in Trás-os-Montes, but spent her childhood in Angola, from where she returned in 1975.

Her novels have been translated into several languages and her short stories included in international anthologies, for example,&nbsp;Anjos por dentro, in anthology Best European Fiction 2012, da Dalkey Archive. The Return, English translation by Margaret Jull Costa was awarded with PEN Translation Prize in 2016.&nbsp;

Tiago Bartolomeu Costa is a critic, researcher, curator and cultural organizer. He is the author of Tiago Guedes: valse à six temps (Centre Pompidou-Metz, 2011) and O Cego que Atravessou Montanhas: Conversas com Luís Miguel Cintra (Orfeu Negro, 2016).

Anyone who wants to meet Dulce Maria Cardoso on an evening of conviviality, sharing, and inspiration.

About <a href="https://goodcompanybooks.com/pt/shop/product/the-return-1/55782037258621">The Return</a>

The Angolan War of Independence has been raging for at least a decade, but with the collapse of the Salazar dictatorship, defeat for the Portuguese is now in sight. Thousands of settlers are fleeing back to Portugal to escape the brutality of the Angolan rebels.&nbsp;

Rui is fifteen years old. He has lived in Luanda all his life and has never even visited the far-away homeland - although he has heard many stories. But now his family are finally accepting that they too must return, and Rui is filled with a mixture of excitement and dread at the prospect. But just as they are leaving for the airport, his father is taken away by the rebels, and the family must leave without him. Not knowing if the father is alive or dead - or if they will ever find out what has become of him, Rui, his mother and sister try to rebuild their lives in their new home. This turns out to be a five star hotel in a quiet, seaside suburb of Lisbon, where returnee families are crammed into luxurious rooms by the dozen. These palatial surroundings are a cruel contrast with the reality of returnee life. The hotel becomes a curious form of purgatory as the families wait to discover what will become of them - ever conscious of the fact that they are hardly welcome back in their homeland. Rui has his own personal struggle with his new life: growing up, dropping out of school, facing discrimination, and the ever-present worry over his mother's deteriorating health and his father's fate. And then one night Rui's father returns from the dead.

Translated from the Portuguese by Ángel Gurría-Quintana

Don't miss this special evening of sharing, inspiration and friendly conversation!&nbsp;

This event is free to attend, but we ask that you register your free ticket so we know how many people to expect.

Good Company Books is an independent English Bookstore in Lisbon. Born from our love of global literature and our Portuguese heritage, we are crafting a space for people of all backgrounds to gather and enjoy the best books, events, coffee, and wine. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/goodcompanybookstore/">Find out more on our Instagram.</a>

Author Spotlight - conversation with Dulce Maria Cardoso

Join Royal Dice Society for an immersive D&amp;D adventure at Good Company Books!

Building on our first successful session, this 3-hour Dungeons &amp; Dragons event invites both beginners and veterans for a guided quest full of storytelling, character play, and epic encounters in a cozy bookstore atmosphere.

Royal Dice Society Lisbon&nbsp;is a premium Dungeons &amp; Dragons community crafted for digital nomads, expats, and locals who seek imaginative, high-quality adventures in the heart of Lisbon. Our society welcomes everyone—whether you’re LGBTQIA+, an ally, straight, cis, or trans—and we pride ourselves on creating a safe, friendly, and truly inclusive table where all backgrounds and experience levels are valued.​Led by&nbsp;Augusto Wen, a seasoned Dungeon Master with a flair for storytelling and inspiration, we host immersive sessions in some of Lisbon’s finest venues, blending luxury with creativity and fun. Each event is carefully designed to spark real human connections, foster global friendships, and empower every participant to discover new worlds—and new aspects of themselves—through collaborative play.​

Whether you’re a curious newcomer, a veteran dice roller, or just looking for a meaningful community while traveling, you’ll find your place among Lisbon’s most welcoming adventurers. Join us to experience DND at its best: compelling stories, real laughter, and memorable magic where every roll is important and every voice is heard.​

Ages 16+, all skill levels – perfect for newcomers wanting to try D&amp;D and experienced players seeking casual fun.

Bring your enthusiasm (and dice if you have them – we provide basics); expect collaborative role-playing, no prep required, lasting around 3 hours for a complete one-shot adventure.

Tickets are obligatory to enter. We have only 10 slots available, grab your tickets quickly! Every participant has 1 beverage included in the ticket price.

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Welcome Quest: Second Roll in Lisbon

Event Language: The sessions are bilingual. Both Portuguese and English speakers are welcome.

"Write Now" is a monthly gathering for researchers, academics, and writers from all disciplines. It’s a space designed for writing together - to turn what is often a solitary process into one of presence, connection, and shared creativity.

Participants can bring your laptop, notebook, or any writing project you'd like to work on.

For anyone engaged in writing. From academic researchers and students to independent writers and creatives who wish to develop a consistent writing practice in community.

Tickets cost €5 and we recommend purchasing them in advance as this is a popular event with limited capacity.

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"Write Now" with Virando a Página

Event Language: Hosted in English but readers are welcome to read in both the Portuguese original and the English translation.

Here at Good Company, we are passionate about translations, especially of Lusophone authors. That's why we wanted to start this book club, to further our community by exploring the multicultural literary traditions, and the beauty of the Portuguese language.

Book of the month:&nbsp;Blindness&nbsp;by José&nbsp;Saramgo

No food, no water, no government, no obligation, no order.&nbsp;

Discover a chillingly powerful and prescient dystopian vision from one of Europe's greatest writers.&nbsp;

A driver waiting at the traffic lights goes blind. An ophthalmologist tries to diagnose his distinctive white blindness, but is affected before he can read the textbooks. It becomes a contagion, spreading throughout the city. Trying to stem the epidemic, the authorities herd the afflicted into a mental asylum where the wards are terrorised by blind thugs.And when fire destroys the asylum, the inmates burst forth and the last links with a supposedly civilised society are snapped. This is not anarchy, this is blindness.

Get Your Copy: You can&nbsp;<a href="https://goodcompanybooks.com/shop/product/blindness/41554283135062">purchase the book on our website</a>&nbsp;and choose in-store pickup or home delivery.

Lusophone Book Club

Join us for an evening of Portuguese poetry, creativity, and community at Good Company Bookstore, with our host, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sketchy_books/">Bernardo Gramaxo</a>. Whether you are a poet, poetry lover, or simply curious, this is an opportunity to share words, listen, and connect with other literature enthusiasts.

The evening will begin with some readings by Bernardo before we open the mic to anyone who wants to share their poetry in a warm and welcoming environment.

This event is to&nbsp;celebrate Portuguese poetry, so if you want to perform, prepare 1 or 2 poems in Portuguese.

Not an artist? No problem! You are more than welcome to attend and enjoy the readings as part of the audience.

This event is for anyone who enjoys poetry - whether you're an experienced poet, an aspiring writer, or simply a poetry enthusiast who enjoys listening to spoken word.

Participation in this event is free, but we ask that you register in advance so we know how many people to expect. Seating is limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

Good Company Books is an independent English Bookstore in Lisbon. Born from our love of global literature and our Portuguese heritage, we are crafting a space for people of all backgrounds to gather and enjoy the best books, events, coffee, and wine.&nbsp;Find out more on our <a href="https://www.instagram.com/goodcompanybookstore/">Instagram</a>.&nbsp;

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Portuguese Open Mic Poetry

This event is free to attend, but we ask that you register your free tickets in advance so we know how many little bookworms to expect. Please select how many adults and children will be attending. If you can't make it, please ensure you cancel your ticket so others can join.

We can't wait to share our stories with you!

Transform your cards and photographs into unique, tactile pieces of art!

Whether you’re a total beginner or already familiar with embroidery, this workshop invites participants to enhance cards or photographs with thread, colour, and pattern, a poetic way to personalize memories and stories.

Host:&nbsp;I’m <a href="https://www.instagram.com/art_threading_stories?igsh=NTRqMXY0dGl4MXRr">Jeanne</a>, an international art teacher, designer, and art historian. I’ve lived in eight countries, and I love sharing creative ideas and inspirations in a warm, accessible way.

Participants will learn (or deepen) simple embroidery techniques, experiment creatively, and enjoy a relaxed, social moment with like-minded people in a beautiful space.

Participants are welcome to bring a photo they’d like to work on. If not, cards will be provided. All the materials used during the workshop are included!&nbsp;

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