# Event Details - **Event Name**: Busboys & Poets Author Series: Summer Book Conversation & Happy Hour - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 11 Aug, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Tue, 11 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm - **Event Description**: Apps, drinks, and a conversation about work and how it can be better, inspired by local author of Joyful Workplaces, Yolanda Fraction.About this EventSummer Book Conversation + Happy Hour with Local Author, Yolanda FractionJoin Yolanda Fraction for a summer book conversation and happy hour inspired by her new book, Joyful Workplaces: How People and Systems Create Energy, Resilience, and Results.This is not a formal lecture or a traditional book talk. It is a relaxed gathering for anyone who desires to have an honest conversation about work. The central question, "How might we make work more joyful?" Work shouldn't simply be tolerated.Hosted at Busboys and Poets (Columbia, MD).This gathering mirrors the Busboys and Poets vibe. It's warm, creative, and buzzing with dialogue and curiousity.Come ready for conversation, connection, and reflection. Whether you are a leader, reader, educator, consultant, Creative, student, community builder, or someone simply interested in the future of work, you are welcome.You do not have to have finished the book to attend.You may have read it, started it, skimmed it, or maybe you would like to simply come for the conversation. Think of this as an informal, intellectual salon - a room with people from all walks of life, coming together to discuss and engage with a topic.This will be a laid-back evening with light structure, open conversation, and space to meet others who care about people, work, and the systems that shape our lives.Come as you are. Bring your questions, reflections, work stories, and curiosity.There will be space for thoughtful conversation, laughter, connection, and maybe even a few “I thought I was the only one” moments.Things to NoteFood and drinks will be available for purchase.Come alone or bring a friend.This space will feel warm, conversational, and community-centered.About Yolanda Fraction, M.Ed.Yolanda Fraction is an organization development consultant at Johns Hopkins University and author of Joyful Workplaces: How People and Systems Create Energy, Resilience, and Results. Her work explores how people and systems shape energy, leadership, and the experience of work.For more info, visit wwww.yolandafraction.com. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbia/busboys-and-poets-author-series-summer-book-conversation-and-happy-hour/100001992524815360 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Busboys and Poets - Columbia - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Columbia - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: Busboys and Poets - Columbia - **lat**: 39.2058545 - **long**: -76.8616327 - **full address**: Busboys and Poets - Columbia, 6251 Mango Tree Road, Columbia, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Busboys & Poets Author Series: Summer Book Conversation & Happy Hour - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/901d55872ef62ae3cdbd3a66da1e091088cccf07b35f8a5f741ab9a4fb8fbe48-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f7f5-gmir.jpg?v=1782360148 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Busboys & Poets Author Series: Summer Book Conversation & Happy Hour being held? - **A:** Busboys & Poets Author Series: Summer Book Conversation & Happy Hour takes place on Tue, 11 Aug, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Tue, 11 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Busboys and Poets - Columbia, 6251 Mango Tree Road, Columbia, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Busboys & Poets Author Series: Summer Book Conversation & Happy Hour? - **A:** Busboys & Poets Author Series: Summer Book Conversation & Happy Hour is organized by Yolanda Fraction, Lumiere Experiences, LLC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Busboys & Poets Author Series: Summer Book Conversation & Happy Hour is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbia, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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