# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Books on the Boardwalk
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Shhh… we’re reading! 📚

Bring a book, order a drink and settle in for a relaxing reader’s afternoon on the lakefront featuring:

✨ Buttons & Bookmarks – Create a personalized button and hand-stamp a custom leather bookmark with Locally Crafted Workshop, while supplies last

🍹 Sip & Read – Order a cocktail or mocktail from Charley Chesapeake Chophouse’s pop-up to enjoy while you read

📖 Meet the Author – Meet local bestselling author Sara Goodman Confino! The first 50 attendees to present their Eventbrite confirmation at check-in will receive a signed copy of her newest novel, Off the Record. Limit one per person.

🎁 Book Lovers Giveaway – Present your Eventbrite confirmation at check-in to be entered to win a prize package featuring a Blind Date with a Book, AMC tickets and more!

🛍️ Find Your Next Read – Browse the latest titles at Barnes & Noble and Target

Admission is FREE—just bring your book!

RSVP + FAQs: https://www.riolakefront.com/events/books-on-the-boardwalk/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gaithersburg/books-on-the-boardwalk/200030691466042
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, pop-ups
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 99

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Gaithersburg
- **state**: MD
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 9841 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD
- **lat**: 39.11694
- **long**: -77.19912
- **full address**: 9841 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Books on the Boardwalk being held?
  - **A:** Books on the Boardwalk takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 9841 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Books on the Boardwalk?
  - **A:** Books on the Boardwalk is organized by Rio.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Rio's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Rio a rating of 4.5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Rio has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Books on the Boardwalk is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gaithersburg, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 90+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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