Barnes & Noble designed Discovery Weekend to help customers discover the perfect holiday gift for everyone on their list, including an amazing selection of books, NOOK® reading and entertainment devices, toys and games, and inspired gifts for all ages. Throughout the weekend customers will find a variety of promotions, special discounts and NOOK offers to begin their holiday shopping.
Events and Activities In-Store for All Ages
No matter the customer’s age, Barnes & Noble Discovery Weekend boasts a complete lineup of holiday activities for all. Events taking place at Barnes & Noble Nashua include:
Friday, November 21:
- 7:00 pm: Linkee® Trivia Tournament: For those who like their quiz games simple, fast and fun, Linkee is the shout-out game with a twist. Players don’t win by answering the questions, but by guessing the link between the answers.(Recommended for ages 14 and up)
- 7:00 pm Pajamarama For Kids in the Children’s Department. This event is intended for children ages 0-9 years old.
Saturday, November 22:
- 10:00 am: Pirate Holiday Storytime with Author Mike Lewis in Pirate Costume
- 10:00 am: Create With ArtFolds! Customers are invited to transform a book or card into a piece of art using the ArtFolds technique. Customers are encouraged to arrive early, as space and supplies are limited. (Recommended for ages 13 and up.)
- 11:00 am: Learn to Draw Like Mo Willems – Storytime & Activity: Children will enjoy a reading of Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus, then learn how to draw the beloved Pigeon with instructions created by the award-winning author and illustrator. (Recommended for children ages 4 and up.)
- 1:00 pm: Puppet Making & Holiday Sing-Along: Young ones are invited to create a puppet and sing with their new found puppet friends. Customers are encouraged to arrive early, as space and supplies are limited. (Recommended for children ages 4 and up.)
- 7:00 pm: Holiday Fluxx Game Night: Customer are invited to get introduced to this unexpected holiday card game with ever-changing rules – even the object of the game changes as often as players draw a card or say “Go”! (Recommended for ages 12 and up.
Sunday, November 23:
- 1:00 pm: Snowmen at Night – Storytime, Crafts & Activities: Kids will enjoy a reading of this winter tale that follows the secret life of snowmen at night, then create one to bring home. (Recommended for ages 4 and up.)
Notable Author(s) Appearing at Barnes & Noble Nashua
Across the nation, Barnes & Noble will feature author appearances, book signings and readings during Discovery Weekend including a talk, Q & A and book signing with:
World-renown Presidential Historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning Author Doris Kearns Goodwin on Saturday, November 22 at 12 Noon at the 235 Daniel Webster Hwy Nashua NH store.
Meet, Greet and Shop with Nick Jonas NOOK App™ Sweepstakes
During Discovery Weekend, customers can visit the NOOK counter and use a Samsung Galaxy Tab® 4 NOOK®demonstration device to enter for a chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime shopping trip. One lucky winner will receive a trip for two to New York City, with a $1,000 Barnes & Noble Gift Card to meet, greet and shop at Barnes & Noble with “Jealous” singer Nick Jonas in celebration of his new self-titled solo album. For complete details and official rules, learn more at www.bn.com/discoveryweekend.
Tour the Store for More
Customers are invited to discover the many exclusive and featured products Barnes & Noble Nashua is carrying this holiday season. Throughout the weekend and after each scheduled activity, booksellers will be on hand to provide personalized “Barnes & Noble Discovery Tours” through different areas of the store to help customers identify great gifts for everyone on their shopping list.
The Barnes & Noble Café will be baking its latest creation, delicious fresh baked S’mores Cookies, throughout the weekend and serving them up for only $1.00 each, while during certain hours and while supplies last.
Wear Outrageous Holiday Attire to Win
To start the holiday season, booksellers will be decked out in festive attire and customers are encouraged to get into the spirit, wearing their Most Outrageous Holiday Sweater to their local Barnes & Noble store. Shoppers can snap a photo of their outfit and post it on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram with the hashtag #BNSweaterContest for the chance to win a first prize of Barnes & Noble’s Top 10 Inspired Gifts of the Season – everything from a Crosley Executive USB Turntable to Craft Beer Kits, valued at nearly $500. Second and third prize winners will be awarded with a $250 and $100 Barnes & Noble Gift Card.
For more information regarding Discovery Weekend events, activities and details about the author’s appearance can be found at www.bn.com/discoveryweekend or call the local Nashua store at 888-0533.