With businesses such as movie theaters and theme parks still closed or operating with limited hours amid the pandemic, perhaps reading is the best way to pass the time this summer.
Several local stores and libraries are working to remain open while encouraging safety for staff and visitors alike. Here are some places to find literature this summer.
1. Fort Worth Public Library
The East Regional, Southwest Regional and Summerglen locations opened June 2 for limited services. Staff and visitors are required to wear masks while maintaining social distancing, and no more than 25% of the building’s capacity will be allowed inside.
The library is also operating curbside service so people can pick up items they reserve online and return borrowed items. These services are available at the following locations: Golden Triangle, Summerglen, Southwest Regional, Northwest and East Regional.
Individuals who do not have a library card can apply for an eCard here.
2. Leaves Book and Tea Shop
This local tea shop and bookseller is not currently open for in-store services, but customers can call ahead or look online to place orders for curbside pickup.
In addition to its selection of literary options for children, young adults, and adults, the shop is also selling hot and cold teas.
120 St. Louis Ave., Ste. 101
682-233-4832
3. Monkey and Dog Books
Visitors to Monkey and Dog Books must plan ahead, as the store is only open for 20-minute appointments from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. However, Monkey and Dog is still taking phone and email orders that can be picked up curbside.
Those interested in discussing literature can call the store to register for a book club; there are four options available so people of all ages can be included.
Monkey and Dog also designed reading challenges for adults and kids to inspire readers this summer.
3608 W. Seventh St.
817-489-5747
4. The Dock Bookshop
The Dock is an African American-owned bookstore carrying fiction and nonfiction titles covering everything from money and business to adventure and mysteries.
Customers can browse the store in person, or they can shop online and place orders for delivery or pickup. The Dock is selling books as well as apparel, accessories, journals, DVDs, and cards.
Another way the store is keeping people engaged is by hosting book clubs via Zoom.
6637 Meadowbrook Drive
817-457-5700
5. Wild West Comics
For those interested in a different kind of reading material, Wild West Comics is a good place to look. With inventory ranging from Marvel and DC Comics to Dark Horse Comics, there are graphic novels for customers of all ages.
Wild West is also selling board games and game accessories.
For now, the store is operating with limited hours, from noon to 7 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
5429 S. Hulen St.
817-346-7773
