Bookish Brunettes

Hello Ladies,

Just wanted to remind you guys that book club is a week earlier this time... February 7th. I decided on Bin 555 for the location at 7:00PM. I have attached a map and the website so that you guys can find your way. Its not totally related to the theme of the book but I fell in love with the place and food so I want to share it with you guys!!
No, no I don't own stock in Bin 555.... just thought it would be fun =)

In case you guys haven't started the book...its wonderful!! I have heard one other great review so far from Jill (through VCS) so get reading =)
If you're worried about getting bogged down in the history, its not too bad. The story comes shining through and its really moving. If you hate the book... no problem come Feb 7th anyway, have a glass of wine and tell us why!

the directions and website are below. Bin 555 is located in the back of the artisan alley complex, so when you turn into the complex go to your right and follow the road to the back parking lot.

http://www.bin555.com/sa/index_sa.html


BIN 555 is located in north central San Antonio in The Shops at Artisans Alley off Bitters Rd. between Blanco Rd. and West Ave.

From San Antonio Airport:
Take ramp onto US-281 North - 1.7 milesExit the Bitters Rd. exit - 1.0 milesTurn left on Bitters Rd. -1.4 milesTurn right into Artisans Alley at 555 W. Bitters Rd.BIN 555 is tucked in the back right corner.

From Downtown:
Take US-281 North - approx. 8 miles Exit the Bitters Rd. exit - 1.0 milesTurn left on Bitters Rd. - 1.4 milesTurn right into Artisans Alley at 555 W. Bitters Rd.

From 1604:
Exit Blanco Rd. - go 2.2 milesTurn left on W Bitters Rd. - go 1.1 miles Turn left into Artisans Alley at 555 W. Bitters Rd.

Phone: (210) 496-0555

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The "Winter Blast of 2007" (thank you WOAI) gave most of us two full days free from the frozen roads, windchill, and the office. With the thermostat straining to keep the temperature indoors at 70 degrees, it would have been a great time to curl up on the couch with a blanket and make some progress on the next book (or any book, for that matter). In true procrastination form, I spent my time surfing the internet and giving the blog a stylish new look, instead of reading to avoid other very important projects.


How did you spend your Ice Days?


During my internet adventures, I did come across an interesting site. Ever wonder what to do with that gem of a book that transformed your life/outlook/etc. and you want everyone to read? Check out Bookcrossing! (It's the ultimate book club.) See the life your old and admired books go on to live without you and the impression they leave on absolute strangers.


Anyone here ever come across a Bookcrossing book?

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