SPRING IS A NEW BEGINNING
You might have noticed the birds are nesting, and babies have arrived! Be on the lookout for baby birds, ducks, geese, and more. It's officially baby shower season, and we have the perfect Jellycat stuffies for the occasion. We have NEW Jellycat baby soothers and rattles, plus, head to our children's nook for the perfect board book.
NEW JELLYCAT STUFFIES COMING SOON!
You might have heard, our supply of Jellycat stuffies is lower than usual! We are down to one display, but do not be discouraged: a new shipment of Jellies is arriving soon.
Visit our website to see what's in stock (you can filter results by "in stock"!) or stop into the shop today and visit our display.
Calling all sports fans, we have Jellycat stuffies perfect for the athlete in the family. If you love soccer, basketball, baseball, football, tennis, golf, hockey, table tennis, or badminton, we have a stuffie for you! Find the perfect book to pair with your Jellycat plush.
MOTHER'S DAY STORY TIME SUNDAY
Join us Sunday, May 11th at 11AM for a very special MOTHER'S DAY Story Time.
Head downtown this Sunday and stop into the bookshop for a book. We cannot wait to share a few stories about our favourite people and some of the best readers in the world: MOMS.
The Hole in the Wall — a lounge bar steeped in Amherstburg’s vibrant history.
Our name pays homage to a unique feature of the Detroit River. Just off the coast of Amherstburg, there is passage, a gap, that allowed people to cross the river without running aground. This hidden route became known as the Hole in the Wall.
During Prohibition, rum-runners slipped through this channel to smuggle whiskey, rum, and other spirits into the United States — a time alive with the energy of speakeasies and the rhythm of jazz.
Our intimate, elevated lounge captures that spirit. Enter through our secret door tucked inside a bookshop. Soak in the ambience shaped by jazz influences, classic cocktails, and a curated art collection that nods to icons like F. Scott Fitzgerald — the novelist who so vividly captured the glamour and wildness of the era.
Even our logo reflects the history: a horizontal split symbolizing the river passage that once carried so many stories.
Step inside for refined food, a thoughtful wine selection, and an experience that blends past and present in perfect harmony.
Cheers!
HOLE IN THE WALL: LIVE MUSIC FRIDAY
Joe Graham will be performing at the Hole in the Wall Friday, May 9th, from 7PM to 9PM.
Rooted in classic jazz, Graham's smooth, soulful style brings a relaxed, intimate vibe to every performance. Blending timeless standards with a modern touch, expect rich guitar, warm vocals, and laid-back elegance, perfect for a cozy night out.
SAVE THE DATE: WINE CLUB EVENT
Join us for our FIRST Wine Club Event, Wines of the World, with Master Sommelier Jennifer Huether. Join Jennifer and Executive Chef Taressa Zambito Monday, May 26th, from 6PM to 9PM for an unforgettable evening celebrating the cuisine and wines of six countries.
Each course, crafted by Chef Taressa to reflect the essence of a different nation, will be perfectly paired with a wine selected by Jennifer, who will guide you through the journey with her expert insight and charm.
To reserve your spot, email Rosemary@holeinthewall.ca or call 519-796-4907.
Kalie Chapman and her team of artists (pictured above) joined us April 30th to end poetry month with a performance of Chapman's “Stem,” a collection of poetry that explores the visual structures of the four fields of science (STEM) to communicate the experience of living with mental illness.
A big thank you to Kalie, from the River Bookshop team, for sharing your work with us! We hope to have you return again this summer.
So much to see and do in Amherstburg!
We hope to see you downtown this weekend.
The River Bookshop Team