Gossip Girl Trivia #2

Spotted: you and your crew dominating Gossip Girl trivia night. Gather your team and study up for this throwback trivia, where every answer could make (or break) your social standing. We will be going over the Upper East Side’s most iconic moments (and lovingly ignoring the reboot). There will be specialty cocktails, prizes, and a whole lot of gossip. Do you have what it takes to be Gossip Girl? Let's find out! XOXO... This will be the same trivia as our 5/22 game. Please do not come twice. Please note:<ul><li>Every member of your team must have a ticket to play.</li><li>Please arrive at your assigned seating time.</li><li>All seating times are for the same game.</li><li>Food and Beverage will be available for purchase in the room!</li><li>Refunds will not be issued within 48 hours of the event.</li></ul>

Trident Booksellers & Café

Uncorking Your Potential

“Uncorking Your Potential” is a dynamic talk that helps attendees identify and release limiting beliefs that hold them back. Through engaging stories and hands-on reflection, participants will learn to challenge self-doubt, rewrite negative narratives, and take empowered action toward their goals. The experience also includes a guided tasting of three wines from Drop of Sunshine—a brand that celebrates female accomplishment and empowerment—making this an inspiring and uplifting event for both the mind and the palate. The talk will be followed by a Q&amp;A from the speaker. About the Speaker: Maria Tselevich&nbsp;is an ICF-certified career and transformational coach who helps high-achieving professionals overcome limiting beliefs and grow into the next chapter of their careers with confidence. With a background in global recruiting at McKinsey and Amazon, she combines strategic insight with mindset work to support personal and professional growth. As the founder of Profexa, Maria is passionate about helping people rewrite the stories that hold them back and take clear, empowered action. &nbsp; Link to Maria's website:&nbsp;<a href="http://profexa.us/">Profexa.us</a> Link to Drop of sunshine website:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://dropofsunshine.com/">https://dropofsunshine.com/</a>&nbsp; Your ticket includes access to the talk and a flight of 3 different wines from the Drop of Sunshine brand. Food &amp; Beverage will be available for purchase.

High School Musical Screening

We all know the classic tale of High School Musical... but when was the last time you EXPERIENCED it? Join us in the Upstairs Cafe for this throwback screening. Embrace your childhood self by watching the musical with fellow fans. And if you've never seen it before... you are obligated to experience the cultural shift that is High School Musical. Food and beverage will be available for purchase in the room. One last thing... GO WILDCATS! Seating is first come, first serve and will begin at 6:30pm.

Gossip Girl Trivia #3

Spotted: you and your crew dominating Gossip Girl trivia night. Gather your team and study up for this throwback trivia, where every answer could make (or break) your social standing. We will be going over the Upper East Side’s most iconic moments (and lovingly ignoring the reboot). There will be specialty cocktails, prizes, and a whole lot of gossip. Do you have what it takes to be Gossip Girl? Let's find out! XOXO... This will be the same trivia as our 5/22 and 5/27 game. Please do not come twice. Please note:<ul><li>Every member of your team must have a ticket to play.</li><li>Please arrive at your assigned seating time.</li><li>All seating times are for the same game.</li><li>Food and Beverage will be available for purchase in the room!</li><li>Refunds will not be issued within 48 hours of the event.</li></ul>

The Hi-Dive Discussion: Chelsea Fagan in conversation with Mackenzie Newcomb

Dive into an unforgettable conversation with Chelsea Fagan and Mackenzie Newcomb as they discuss Chelsea's highly anticipated new novel,&nbsp;High Dive! Tickets come with a copy of High Dive, access to the event, and a drink ticket that can be redeemed at our in-room, pop-up bar (alcoholic and nonalcoholic available!) About the author: Chelsea Fagan is the co-founder and CEO of The Financial Diet. She is the author of many books, including THE HIGH DIVE, coming May 27, 2025. Chelsea is an avid home cook, and lives in Manhattan with her husband and dog. About the book: Alexandra Onassis hates only two things: austerity politics, and Danial Azad. As the only scholarship kids of their elite group at Columbia University, their heated dynamic was scorched forever by one fateful, awful night just before graduation. And in the ten years since, Alex and Danial have been on radically different paths: she crafts social media campaigns for an ultra-progressive political party; he’s a rising star at a notoriously savage private equity firm. But when two of their college friends decide to tie the knot in the Mediterranean — and to host their old crew on a ten-day chartered yacht trip beforehand — Alex must finally face Danial, and the sobering reality that she’s now the only middle class outcast in this ultra wealthy club. When her ideals start to clash with her most intimate desires, Alex must learn to swim in emotional waters that are as unfamiliar as they are undeniable. About Mackenzie Newcomb: &nbsp; Mackenzie Newcomb is the founder and CEO of Bad Bitch Book Club, the world's largest virtual book club.&nbsp;Originally from the beaches of Marshfield, Massachusetts, Mackenzie and her family are now Chelsea's neighbors in Manhattan.

Becoming magnetic with Erika Cramer

Step into your power with Erika Cramer, the Queen of Confidence, as she shares the game-changing insights behind her new book,&nbsp;Becoming Magnetic! Books will be available for purchase in the room. Seating begins at 6:30pm to allow time to order dinner! About Erika Cramer: Erika Cramer, known as the Queen of Confidence, is a globally recognized confidence and mindset coach, TEDx speaker and bestselling author. From overcoming a life marked by trauma, foster care and early widowhood, Erika has dedicated her career to empowering women worldwide to step into their confidence and take ownership of their lives. As the award-winning host of&nbsp;The Confidence Chronicles&nbsp;podcast, which has amassed millions of downloads, Erika continues to inspire and guide women to break through limitations and embrace their full potential. Her no-nonsense, compassionate coaching approach equips women with the tools and mindset to stand tall in their authenticity, become magnetic in all area of life, and lead with confidence. In addition to her coaching, Erika is pursuing a degree in psychotherapy, expanding her expertise to better serve her global audience of confident women ready to make their mark.&nbsp; About the Book: In a world where everyone is scrambling for attention, there are women who effortlessly stand out. They’ re totally comfortable in who they are. They don’ t hustle for approval or validation – they magnetise it. Their secret? It’s an inner power, one that lives inside of you as well, just waiting to be unleashed. It’s magnetism. Becoming Magnetic is your zero-fluff guide to tapping into your hidden magnetic potential. It’s not about fake charm, fleeting confidence or waiting for the universe to drop opportunities into your lap. It’s about harnessing your energy, owning your presence, and mastering the art of drawing in what’s meant for you – without apology. Erika Cramer, a mindset coach known as The Queen of Confidence, has turned her own pain into purpose. She’s overcome abuse, trauma and unimaginable hardship to build a life of her dreams. Now, she’s sharing the exact strategies and mindset shifts that transformed her life – and can transform yours, too. This book offers more than just inspirational talk. Packed with practical steps, real-world exercises and coaching questions that hit deep, it’s a roadmap to attracting everything you desire in life – confidence or career success, peace or prosperity, love or friendship – and repelling what’s no longer serving you. Your most magnetic self awaits . . . Food &amp; Beverage will be available for purchase.&nbsp;

Atmosphere Launch Party

Join us for one of the most highly anticipated launches of the summer... Atmosphere! Bestselling author of Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and Daisy Jones and the Six, Taylor Jenkins Reid, is back with another iconic novel. We will be playing some space themed games and conducting a raffle for merch and prizes! EVERY ticket holder will be receiving a signed copy so make sure you get your ticket while supplies last! Seating begins as early as 6pm with the festivities beginning at 7pm. Please keep in mind...<ul><li>Each ticket comes with a copy of the book!</li><li>Every attendee MUST have a ticket.</li><li>The author will NOT be in attendance.</li><li>Food and beverage WILL be available for purchase in the room.</li><li>Refunds will NOT be issued within 48 hours of the event.</li></ul>

Crafts & Cocktails: Build your own Bouquet Bar

You are cordially invited to a garden party fit for Bridgerton at our Build Your Own Bouquet Bar. Guests will sip tea-infused cocktails from our DIY tea cocktail bar, savor delicate macarons, and design their own hand-tied bouquets—complete with a custom-colored, handcrafted paper wrap. This is a brew-tiful way to spend time in a bookstore and leave with a bouquet of flowers steeped in style. Seating begins at 5:30pm. Your Ticket Includes: <ul><li>One voucher to our DIY Tea Cocktail Bar – mix your own floral-inspired sips 🍹</li><li>Three delicate, pastel-hued macarons to enjoy during the event 🌸</li><li>A Build Your Own Bouquet experience with fresh seasonal blooms 🌹</li><li>A custom-colored, handcrafted paper wrap to dress your bouquet in style 💐</li><li>All tools and materials provided 🎨</li></ul>Optional: Don your spring best—florals, frills, and pastels  Food and beverages will be available for purchase through our cafe. Refunds cannot be offered within 48 hours of the event.

Queer Board Game Night

Kick off pride month with us at our Queer Board Game night! Do you identify as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community? Do you like board games?! Are you looking for a way to meet new people? We're gathering together at the Trident for a board game night, and all queer-identifying folks and allies are welcome! We'll be playing board games (and grabbing dinner/drinks!) from 6-9 pm, at which point the evening will move into a mingling, hang-sesh with all your new friends! Tables are first come, first served! Our full menu including beer and wine will be available for you to enjoy and we're open until 10 pm! Feel free to bring your own board games as well. Ready to play?

Author Event: Naming Bebe with Colleen Slagen

Don't miss internet sensation, Colleen Slagen, talk about her new book&nbsp;Naming Bebe.&nbsp;There will also be a Q&amp;A portion after where she can answer all of you baby naming queries! Seating will be first come, first serve and beginning at 6:30pm. Books will be available for purchase at the event. About the author: Colleen Slagen&nbsp;is a professional baby name consultant and content creator. A former nurse practitioner, she launched her business, Naming Bebe, in 2021. Since then, her social media content has reached an audience of millions of people worldwide, and her work has been featured on NPR, ABC News,&nbsp;Today, the&nbsp;Washington Post, and more. She lives in the Boston area with her three children and her husband, who never, ever grows tired of chatting about baby names About Naming Bebe:&nbsp; A next-generation baby name book by a professional name consultant, full of activities, advice, and inspiration The first decision you make as a parent is what to name your child, and these days, there’s more pressure than ever to get it right. How do you choose a name that’s on trend but timeless, classic but unique, familiar but not too popular—a name that satisfies everyone in your family, looks great crocheted on a sweater, and sets your child up for success in life? Old-fashioned, dictionary-style baby name books can help with inspiration, but today’s parents need something more. Written by professional baby name consultant and TikTok star Colleen Slagen,&nbsp;Naming Bebe&nbsp;walks you through naming your baby step by step, considering style, popularity, meaning, and more. Inside you’ll find:<ul><li>Interactive quizzes and activities to help you explore and refine your options</li><li>In-depth analysis of name rankings and popularity data</li><li>Solutions to common challenges like choosing complementary sibling names and dealing with the friend who stole your favorite name</li><li>And, yes, lists of potential names, organized by aesthetic to help you pinpoint a name that matches your personal vibe, from Bible chic to quiet luxury</li></ul>Whether you want a vintage darling, a modern cowboy, or anything in between, this comprehensive and interactive guide will help you pick a name you—and&nbsp;you child-- will love. Food and Beverage will be available for purchase.

Author Event: A/S/L with Jeanne Thornton

oin us for a riveting conversation between Jeanne Thornton and Calvin Gimpelevich on Jeanne's new book,&nbsp;A/S/L! Seating will be first come, first serve and beginning at 6:30pm. Books will be available for purchase at the event. ABOUT THE BOOK A transformational, transformative story about video games, three queer friends, and the code(s) they learn to survive, from the winner of the Lambda Literary Award for Trans Fiction 1998: Lilith, Sash, and Abraxa are teenagers, scattered across the country but joined by the Internet as they create Saga of the Sorceress, a video game that will change everything, if only for the three of them. Eighteen years later, Saga of the Sorceress still exists only on the scattered drives of its creators. Lilith works as a loan underwriter at a rinky-dink bank in Manhattan, a trans woman in a very cis world. Sash is in Brooklyn, working as a part-time webcam dominatrix. Neither knows that the other is in New York, or that Abraxa is just across the Hudson River, sleeping on the floor of a friend’s Jersey City home after a disaster at sea. They have never met in person and have been out of touch for years, but none have forgotten the sorceress or her unfinished quest. Weaving together the technologies of two decades, and a healthy dose of magic,&nbsp;A/S/L&nbsp;is a novel that queers our notions of nostalgia, friendship, and even the possibilities of fiction itself, confirming Jeanne Thornton as one of our best and most ambitious novelists. BIOS Jeanne Thornton&nbsp;is the author of Summer Fun, winner of the Lambda Literary Award for Transgender Fiction and finalist for the Ferro-Grumley Award for LGBTQ Fiction, as well as The Black Emerald and The Dream of Doctor Bantam. Her fiction has appeared in n+1, WIRED, Evergreen Review, and other places. She is an editor at Feminist Press, as well as copublisher of Instar Books and coeditor of the Ignatz Award–winning We’re Still Here: An All-Trans Comics Anthology. She lives in Brooklyn, and more information is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://jeannethornton.com/">jeannethornton.com</a>. Calvin Gimpelevich&nbsp;is an NEA Fellow, the recipient of a Lambda Literary Award, and the author of Invasions (Instar Books, 2018). His work has been recognized by Artist Trust, Jack Straw Cultural Center, 4Culture, CODEX/Writer’s Block, Studios at MASS MoCA, and the Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts; it has appeared or is forthcoming in Ploughshares, Kenyon Review, A Public Space,&nbsp;and&nbsp;The Best American Essays 2022. He runs the&nbsp;<a href="https://t4treadings.com/">T4T</a>&nbsp;Reading Series in Boston, MA. Food and Beverage will be available for purchase.

Gossip Girl Trivia

Spotted: you and your crew dominating Gossip Girl trivia night. Gather your team and study up for this throwback trivia, where every answer could make (or break) your social standing. We will be going over the Upper East Side’s most iconic moments (and lovingly ignoring the reboot). There will be specialty cocktails, prizes, and a whole lot of gossip. Do you have what it takes to be Gossip Girl? Let's find out! XOXO... Please note:<ul><li>Every member of your team must have a ticket to play.</li><li>Please arrive at your assigned seating time.</li><li>All seating times are for the same game.</li><li>Food and Beverage will be available for purchase in the room!</li><li>Refunds will not be issued within 48 hours of the event</li></ul>

Craft on Draft: Fiction in the Real World

Craft on Draft: Fiction in the Real World How can you address difficult real-world issues in the context of emotionally engaging fiction, especially when those issues are of pressing contemporary concern, such as drug addiction, sexual violence, war, and basic human rights? Join us for a conversation with two authors—Milo Todd and Christine Murphy—who will discuss how their debut novels address such weighty issues while also responding to the dramatic exigencies of gripping fiction. The conversation will be moderated by Tim Weed, whose forthcoming novel involves another contemporary issue that touches us all: the climate. Craft on Draft is a reading series created and managed by <a href="https://www.deaddarlings.com/">alumni</a> of GrubStreet's <a href="https://grubstreet.org/write/novel-incubator">Novel Incubator</a> program and devoted to great fiction—and the mechanics behind it. Seating begins at 6:30pm. All books and cafe items will be available for purchase in the room.      Christine Murphy, <a href="https://tridentbookscafe.com/book/9780593801499">Notes on Surviving the Fire</a> CHRISTINE MURPHY has lived, worked, and traveled in more than a hundred countries, including living for eleven months in a tent across the African continent and a year as a resident in a Buddhist nunnery in the Himalayas. A trained Buddhologist, Murphy has a Ph.D. in religious studies. When not writing, she can be found on Instagram (@christinemurphyauthor).   Milo Todd, <a href="https://tridentbookscafe.com/book/9781640097032">The Lilac People</a> MILO TODD is a Massachusetts Cultural Council grantee and a Lambda Literary Fellow. His work has appeared in Slice Magazine and elsewhere. He is co–editor in chief of Foglifter and teaches creative writing to queer and trans adults.   Tim Weed, <a href="https://tridentbookscafe.com/book/9781039480452">The Afterlife Project</a> TIM WEED is the author of three books of fiction, including A Field Guide to Murder &amp; Fly Fishing and Will Poole’s Island. He’s a two-time winner of the Writer’s Digest Annual Fiction Awards and has been shortlisted for the Tobias Wolff Award for Fiction, the William Faulkner-William Wisdom Award for a Novel-in-Progress, and many others. His essays and articles have appeared in Writers Digest, Literary Hub, and elsewhere. Tim serves on the faculty of the Newport MFA in Creative Writing.

Ignite your Yoga!

Join us for a conversation between&nbsp;Susanna Barkataki&nbsp;and&nbsp;Ashley Mitchell&nbsp;on Barkataki's new book,&nbsp;Ignite Your Yoga! Books will be available for purchase at the event.&nbsp; Susanna Barkataki&nbsp;is a best-selling author, yoga diversity and unity educator, mindfulness leader, and founder of Ignite Institute and Yoke Yoga. About the in Conversation Partner: Ashley Mitchell&nbsp;is a wellness consultant, instructor, speaker, co-founder of&nbsp;the Greater Boston-area nonprofit&nbsp;The Courage Campaign, and creator of&nbsp;Mind &amp; Motion&nbsp;on Substack.

The Writer's Room

Join us for our new writers group! Specifically tailored towards our storytellers. Feel free to bring any project you're working on, whether it's a book, novel, chapbook, script, or textbook, we accept all! We will be implementing the pomodoro method. Meaning, there will be 15 minutes of quiet work time followed by a 5 minute break. We will jump between these two modes for about an hour and have an optional workshop at the end, where you can have your work read by fellow writers. There are limited outlets in our space so it is recommended to charge your device beforehand! Food &amp; Beverage will be available for purchase in the room. RSVPs are to gauge interest and not necessary to come to the event. Seating is first come, first serve.

S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

Questions & answers about things to do in Boston

Recs 💬

Community recs 💬

S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

Hot and new things to do in Boston

Hot & new

Hot & new 🔥

S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

Things to do in Boston this weekend

This wknd

This weekend for you

S19: interest based

WBUR’s 75th birthday celebrations 💫

S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

Top picks of the best things to do in and around Boston

Joyraft picks: Boston’s best things to do

Roundups ⭐️

Curated by Joyraft ⭐️

S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

This week in Boston 📆

This week 📆

S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

The newest events on Joyraft

Just added

Just added to Joyraft

S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

Can’t-miss things to do in Boston 🚨

Can't-miss things to do 🚨

S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

Top 20

Top 20 on Joyraft

S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

The hottest events happening in Boston

Trending events on Joyraft

Trending 📈

S17: interest based

Your guide to everything free in and around Boston. From events, to fairs, to festivals, to outdoors. Joyraft has all the free events happening near you.

100+ free things to do in Boston and beyond

Free things to do in Boston

Free things to do

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.