Borders Preston regularly hosts a wide range of events from book signings to author talks, reading groups to children’s craft activities, not forgetting Children's Storytime, every Saturday and Sunday. Further details about our events programme can be obtained by calling us directly on 01772 703856. Fancy setting up your own Book or Film Group in our store? Or using Borders as a meeting place for your group? We’d love to help - Just call Andy to find out more.
Featured Event
Lucy Christopher - 6th February 3.30pm (public signing). We are very excited to announce that teen author, Lucy Christopher is coming to Borders, Preston and will be hosting a very special teen book group fro 6pm onwards. Please contact Hazel for more information.
Students at Borders
Student Discount Days 14th September - 27th September
Need some books for your course why not come along to Borders Preston Student Discount Days, where with a valid NUS Card you'll be able to receive 20% off books and 10% off multimedia.* Whilst instore don't forget to pick up your free student discount card which offers you 10% off books and 5% off multimedia all year round.*
*Terms and conditions apply.
Regular Events
Parent and Toddler Group 10:30 am, every Tuesday. Why not join us for storytime, nursery rhymes and colouring in a friendly toddler group. All welcome, no need to book. Please contact Marisa for more details.
Story Time 2pm, every Saturday and Sunday in our Children's Department.
Quiz 7:30 pm, every Tuesday Join quizmaster Andy for a general knowledge quiz in Starbucks. There's something for everyone with a picture round and questions on sport, film, music and current affairs. All welcome, no need to book.
Chick Lit Book Group 7pm - 8pm, First Monday of the Month
Science Fiction Book Group 7pm - 8pm, Last Friday of the Month
Chess Night 6pm - 8pm, Twice a Month see below for dates or ask Andy for more details.
Upcoming events at the Preston store:
Parent & Toddler Group
10:30 am, Tue 24th November 2009
Why not join us for storytime, nursery rhymes and colouring in a friendly toddler group. All welcome, no need to book. Please contact Marisa for more details.
Quiz
7:30 pm, Tue 24th November 2009
Join quizmaster Andy for a general knowledge quiz in Starbucks. There's something for everyone with a picture round and questions on sport, film, music and current affairs. All welcome, no need to book.
Ben 10 & Poppy Love
12:00 pm, Sat 28th November 2009
Come and join us for Ben 10 and Poppy Love story time and activities.
Parents & Toddler Group
10:30 am, Tue 1st December 2009
Why not join us for storytime, nursery rhymes and colouring in a friendly toddler group. All welcome, no need to book. Please contact Marisa for more details.
Quiz
7:30 pm, Tue 1st December 2009
Join quizmaster Andy for a general knowledge quiz in Starbucks. There's something for everyone with a picture round and questions on sport, film, music and current affairs. All welcome, no need to book.
Phil Cocker
11:00 am, Sat 5th December 2009
Local author Phil Cocker will be instore signing copies of his new book 2 Years, 2 Weeks, 2 Lives - The Prequel to the Kylapitar Series.
Chick Lit Book Group
7:00 pm, Mon 7th December 2009
On the first Monday of every month we shall be holding our Chick Lit Book Group. If you're a fan of Helen Fielding, Sophie Kinsella & Candace Bushnell then this group is for you! Speak to Jane or Hazel for more information or to reserve your place. Places are available why not join us. This months book is - TBC
Parent & Toddler Group
10:30 am, Tue 8th December 2009
Why not join us for storytime, nursery rhymes and colouring in a friendly toddler group. All welcome, no need to book. Please contact Marisa for more details.
Quiz
7:30 pm, Tue 8th December 2009
Join quizmaster Andy for a general knowledge quiz in Starbucks. There's something for everyone with a picture round and questions on sport, film, music and current affairs. All welcome, no need to book.
Parents & Toddler Group
10:30 am, Tue 15th December 2009
Why not join us for storytime, nursery rhymes and colouring in a friendly toddler group. All welcome, no need to book. Please contact Marisa for more details.
Quiz
7:30 pm, Tue 15th December 2009
Join quizmaster Andy for a general knowledge quiz in Starbucks. There's something for everyone with a picture round and questions on sport, film, music and current affairs. All welcome, no need to book.
Children's Christmas Party
12:00 pm, Sat 19th December 2009
Come and join us for a special Christmas Party. There will be a Christmas Story Time, crafts, party games and more. Places are limited so speak to a member of staff to book your free place.
Parent & Toddler Group
10:30 am, Tue 22nd December 2009
Why not join us for storytime, nursery rhymes and colouring in a friendly toddler group. All welcome, no need to book. Please contact Marisa for more details.
Quiz
7:30 pm, Tue 22nd December 2009
Join quizmaster Andy for a general knowledge quiz in Starbucks. There's something for everyone with a picture round and questions on sport, film, music and current affairs. All welcome, no need to book.
Parent & Toddler Group
10:30 am, Tue 29th December 2009
Why not join us for storytime, nursery rhymes and colouring in a friendly toddler group. All welcome, no need to book. Please contact Marisa for more details.
