Join us on October 14th in the heart of Brooklyn for a night that’s going to be equal parts glamour, whimsy, and chaos-in-the-best-way. That’s just how we do things.
We’re going full Romantasy for the theme, so break out your best fae-court finery. We’ve got a nationally recognized emcee joining us, great local music to keep the night moving, and (yes, really) a burlesque tarot card reader to tell your fortune.
It’s a celebration of nearly two decades of showing up for library workers, and a chance to help us keep doing it for 20 more. Come dressed up, ready to have a good time, and support the work that keeps libraries thriving.
Wednesday October 14, 2026
7:00 – 11:00pm
Princess Manor
92 Nassau Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Bards and Wonders
Our MC!
Gigi Howard, Host of the Drinks in the Library Podcast
Drinks in the Library is hands down one of the funnest, bestest, most interestingest book podcasts going right now. It’s funny, it’s timely, it’s great. Gigi Howard, the genius gabber at the heart of it will be our EmCee and Mistress of Ceremonies. Be ready for razor wit, clever comments, and a generally really NICE vibe.
Meet the band!
Charming Disaster
This wonderfully spooky, literary, folk rock duet are our office neighbors and have been entertaining us both on purpose and in practice for years. They have a bright tone, deep lyrics, and songs you will hum for about a year or so after you hear them once.
What do the cards say?
Peekaboo Pointe – Tarot Card Readings
Combining Tarot sagacity with classic Burlesque sexy Peekaboo Pointe will be on hand to tell your fortune and tastefully raise your temperature. A longstanding friend of libraries Peekaboo Pointe gives Tarot classes for BPL and has danced and performed all over the world.
Sponsors
Sponsorship Levels
We can’t wait for this event, but you are the reason it can happen! Help us out by sponsoring a portion of the Romantasy Gala.
Fae Sponsors
- Brainfuse
- Penguin Random House
