Join us for an unforgettable evening of fun, friends, and fabulous prizes! Be among the first to hear our author lineup and discover the exciting events planned as we kick off the countdown to our 20th Annual Festival of Books & Authors.Books, Barbecue & BINGO is where fun meets purpose as we raise funds to support author visits, interactive workshops, and free books for 2,500 K-12 students in Forsyth County. Your support at this event helps keep our festival free for all, bringing together 50 authors from across the country for a weekend of inspiration, creativity, and community joy.Tickets include a barbecue dinner with vegetarian and vegan options provided by Honky Tonk Smokehouse, one complimentary alcoholic drink ticket (non-alcoholic beverages are free all evening), and one bingo card per round. Additional drink tickets and bingo cards will be available for purchase.RSVP by August 1, 2025Guests must be 21+ to attend.For more information, contact Linsey Short at 336.604.6278 or [email protected] OptionsIndividual Ticket: $50 (or two for $90)VIP Tickets: $150Table: $500 (8 tickets)VIP Table: $850 (8 tickets)