“Blooms is an institution,” says longtime volunteer and book-biz veteran Dave Perkins. “To be able to keep a literary magazine alive for thirty years here when only 5 percent of the nation even buys books is an accomplishment, but it’s primarily been a labor of love. We cover books that nobody else covers. That’s what we focus on: If it’s a really good book and it deserves attention, we give it.”
But since a little help never hurts, Blooms will host a Silent Auction and Literary Fête tonight that’s part fundraiser, part anniversary celebration and all fun, with several signed first editions from Alexie and other Bloomsbury friends (plus many other choice items) for auction, good eats, local authors in attendance and acoustic tunes by Eileen Niehouse. The party starts at 6 p.m. at the Washington Street Community Center, 809 South Washington Street. Tickets are $10; visit www.bloomsburyreview.com or call 303-455-3123 for information.
Sat., May 22, 6-9 p.m., 2010
