KAFE Reader’s Club

Whether you’re an avid reader…or trying to find the right niche for you, Village Books has been our community bookstore for over 40 years!

Each month, find out about the latest reads, see what authors are coming to town, plan kids’ events and gatherings, try a new book club, and get plugged into what’s happening in both Fairhaven and Lynden through Village Books!

Scotty VanDryver chatted with Kelly from Village Books to discuss the exciting things happening at Village Books this month!

KAFE 104.1 · KAFE Reader’s Corner w/Village Books – February 2026

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