Spring Poetry Slam

Spring into some good poetry this April with our Spring Poetry Slam! We are super excited for Poetry month this April and what better way to celebrate? This slam will be in support of the Trident Poetry Collective (TPC), a group of Trident Sunday poetry open mic attendees who self-publish chapbook anthologies. Come talk to the Editor in Chief and learn how to get involved with the TPC! We will be recommending (not requiring) a $4 donation at the door that will go towards the collective's next publication. Donations of $10 or more will be entered into a raffle! There will also be copies of the collective's past books available for purchase. Please use the free RSVP to express your interest in attending the event. About the slam... 10 lucky contestants will have the opportunity to compete for the title of Spring champion. Doors open at 6:00 with the line starting at 5:30. Entry is open to all so make sure you come support some of Boston's best poets! Read below if you are interested in competing.&nbsp; For competitors... To compete, please have 3 Spring themed poems prepared. Each poem can be 3 minutes long, any longer will result in point deductions. Sign ups are first come first serve. The line can form at 5:30pm and the first 10 slammers in the door will get to compete. There will be a cash prize fo $50 for the winner! If you have any questions, please reach out to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:events@tridentbookscafe.com">events@tridentbookscafe.com</a>.

Trident Booksellers & Café

Romance Book Club: even Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

April's romance book club is almost here. After popular demand we have decided to do... The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid! While we acknowledge that this is technically shelved as fiction, there is no denying the legendary romance within. Join us to discuss the popular novel that everyone has been raving about for years. Our booksellers will be curating a guided conversation for the room to follow as you get to know new people! Please make sure to read the whole book before arriving, there WILL be spoilers! Each ticket gives you a $5 voucher to use on the night of the event. Seating can begin as early as 6pm with the event beginning at 7pm.&nbsp; More about the book: Aging and reclusive Hollywood movie icon Evelyn Hugo is finally ready to tell the truth about her glamorous and scandalous life. But when she chooses unknown magazine reporter Monique Grant for the job, no one is more astounded than Monique herself. Why her? Why now? Monique is not exactly on top of the world. Her husband has left her, and her professional life is going nowhere. Regardless of why Evelyn has selected her to write her biography, Monique is determined to use this opportunity to jumpstart her career. Summoned to Evelyn’s luxurious apartment, Monique listens in fascination as the actress tells her story. From making her way to Los Angeles in the 1950s to her decision to leave show business in the ‘80s, and, of course, the seven husbands along the way, Evelyn unspools a tale of ruthless ambition, unexpected friendship, and a great forbidden love. Monique begins to feel a very real connection to the legendary star, but as Evelyn’s story nears its conclusion, it becomes clear that her life intersects with Monique’s own in tragic and irreversible ways. Refunds will not be made within 48 hours of the event. Food and Beverage will be available for purchase in the room.

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.

Dead Poet Society Screening

We are going all out the Poetry Month with a screening of Dead Poets Society! Join us for this classic film starring Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, and Ethan Hawke. Seating will be first come first serve and the cafe will be open for all to enjoy during the screening. Doors open at 6:30pm. Food &amp; Beverage will be available for purchase.

Great, Big, Beautiful Life

The queen of beach reads is back with another romance! Come celebrate Emily Henry's newest book, Great, Big, Beautiful Life on its release day with us. We will be discussing some of her prior romances as well as talking theories for this upcoming story. There will also be competitions for signed copies of the book! Don't miss the opportunity to make new friends and talk about one of the most highly anticipated romances of 2025. 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>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>

Wicked Screening

Hold space this March for this much awaited screening. We will be screening Wicked in the upstairs dining room for all to join! Meet new friends and perhaps even sing along with us. Seating begins at 6pm. Food and beverage will be available for purchase as well! RSVPs are just a way to gauge interest and do not guarantee a seat. Please arrive early to ensure seating.

Sunrise ont he Reaping

Any Hunger Games fans in the house? Suzanne Collins is back with another edition to the Hunger Games series! This time, we get to witness fan favorite, Haymitch Abernathy's origin story. Join us for a night of discussion and trivia as we dive back into the world of Panem! Tickets come with a copy of Sunrise on the Reaping and access to our launch party. Seating begins at 6:30pm.&nbsp;The author will NOT be attending. Food &amp; Beverage will be available for purchase in the upstairs cafe.

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! No need to reserve a seat in advance, but 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?

Romance Book Club: The Seven Year Slip

Join us for our March session Romance Book Club of 2025! We let the people vote on our book and this meeting will be focused on Ashley Poston's The SevenYear Slip. Make sure you read the whole book in advance, there will be spoilers! The host will be leading groups in discussion about the book. Don't miss this opportunity to share your theories and opinions on one of Ashley Poston's most popular romances! Each ticket earns you a $5 voucher to use in our cafe or bookstore the night of the event. These will be distributed upon checking in. We will also have the next book club read available for purchase at the event. Food &amp; beverage will be available for purchase during the event. Seating begins at 6:30pm.

Hunger Games Screening

Join us this International Women's Day as we celebrate one of our favorite female main characters, Katniss Everdeen, with a screening of the Hunger Games! Meet fellow enthusiasts and jog your memory before Suzanne Collin's releases her next book in the Hunger Games series on March 18th. There will be food and beverage available for purchase in the room.  Seating begins at 6:30. RSVP does not guarantee seating, we use them to gauge interest!

Crafts & Cocktails: Magnet Making

Were you alone on Valentine's Day? Perhaps you can ATTRACT something this St. Paddies day with our Magnet Making session! Join us as we make miniature air dry magnets and watch "Just My Luck" starring Lindsay Lohan and Chris Pine. Each ticket comes with access to air dry clay, sculpting utensils, 2 magnetic pieces, and instructions! Food and beverage will be available for purchase in the room.

Hooks and Books!

No RSVP is needed! Join us for a cozy evening of creativity in our upstairs cafe! Bring your latest knitting, crochet, weaving, or any other fiber craft project you're working on and unwind in the company of fellow enthusiasts. New to the knitting world? Beginner-friendly kits will be available for purchase if you want to join in on the fun! Whether you're a seasoned knitter, or starting a new hobby, or just there to gab, everyone is welcome. The full menu will be available to order through the cafe. Let's do some crafts and gab! We can't wait to see what you're working on!

Oscars Watch Party

It's time for our annual Oscars watch party! Join us for our favorite tradition where we keep upstairs cafe open late to celebrate the past year in film. Please come dressed to impress! We will be watching the ceremony and providing some side games for guests to play as we observe the awards. There will be prizes and themed food and drink available for order. Seating begins at 6pm. While the room will stay open, the kitchen closes at 10pm as usual. Food &amp; Beverage will be available for purchase in the room.

Sex and the City Trivia

I couldn't help but wonder... who is the biggest Sex and the City fan? Come help us figure it out this February! We will be hosting a Sex and the City themed trivia, with questions being mainly based off of the TV show rather than the movies. Get your group of gal pals and come on over! This will be the same game as our other Sex and the City trivia. Please don't come twice! Food and Beverage will be available for purchase in the room.  Every member of your party must purchase a ticket to enter. Please come at your assigned seating time. (All seating times are for the same game.) Refunds are on a case by case basis and will NOT be made within 48 hours of the event.

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S3 (A): trending experiences

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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.