Community is EVERYTHING
At FMC Books, our community is built one book club and one flash mob at a time. These gatherings aren’t just events—they’re rituals of connection, chaos, and mutual obsession. Whether you're whispering about spice levels over snacks or showing up in a corset to storm downtown with fellow book lovers, you’re part of the magic. We believe in low-pressure meetups, high-impact friendships, and the kind of joy that only comes from giggling about fictional men in public. This is how we make space—for readers, for weirdos, and for each other. (Double check the calendar for the most up to date info, this is a nightmare to update.)
Upcoming Missoula Area Events
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12/6 Holiday on Higgins
Learn MoreHoliday on Higgins is back, Missoula! On Saturday, December 6, wander downtown for a full day of free festivities — then swing by FMC for a Hot Cocoa Bar courtesy of Glacier Peak Bagels & Espresso and an exclusive book signing with Michelle Darnell. It’s the perfect mix of local love, warm drinks, great stories, and a little FMC mischief. Come celebrate the season with us.
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12/7 The Merry Little Market Pop Up
The Historic Florence BuildingWe’ll be at the Merry Little Market this year, and honestly? We’re swooning over the lineup. Some of our favorite small businesses (aka local rockstars) will be there, and we’re thrilled to join them in the historic Florence Building on Dec 7 from Noon–4 PM. Come find gifts, treats, and a little holiday mischief.
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12/19 F-estive M-ini C-raft Market
All December EventsJoin us for our F-estive M-ini C-raft Market on December 19 from 5–8 PM! We’re beyond excited to host Gretchen Powers and her merry band of crafty characters as they fill the FMC Book Club room with handmade magic, winter whimsy, and a touch of mischief. Come shop small, support local, and get your holiday glow-up.
FMC Book Club
The FMC Book Club is for readers who want to dive into the same book, share spicy takes, and hang out with fellow romance lovers. We read one book at a time — together — and meet to chat, snack, and spiral.
📆 Meets the first Wednesday of every month at 6pm
📍123 W Main Street, Missoula
🍿 Snacks provided, BYOBeverage encouraged
🛍️ All attendees get 10% off their entire purchase
💌 No sign-up required, but a heads up helps us prep snacks and stock books
Not Your Mother's Book Club
Not Your Mother’s Book Club is a come-as-you-are, read-whatever-you-want gathering for chaotic book lovers who refuse to be told what to read. Whether you're deep into a dark romance, a fluffy romcom, or an unhinged fanfic, you're welcome here.
This is the book club for anyone who just want to snack, vibe, and scream about their current reads with other unassigned-reading rebels.
📆 Meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 6pm
📍At the shop (123 W Main)
🍿 Snacks provided, BYOBeverage encouraged
🛍️ All attendees get 10% off their entire purchase
💌 No sign-up required — but let us know you’re coming if you want us to over-snack responsibly
Nap Time Book Club
We know firsthand how precious those quiet midday moments can be—when the house goes still (hopefully), and you finally get a second tobreathe. That’s why I created The Nap Time Book Club on Fable—a space for caregivers, stay-at-home parents, and anyone who needs a midday escape into a good book.We’ll meet on the last Friday of every month, It’s low-pressure,kid-friendly, and full of heart.
📆 Meets the last Friday of every month at 11am
📍123 W Main Street, Missoula
🍿 Bring a snack and a sippy for the little one in tow
🛍️ All attendees get 10% off their entire purchase
💌 No sign-up required, but a heads up helps us stock books
The Spicy Lunch Club
Your perfect excuse for a little midday mischief! Tell your friends, share with your community, and come kick off your month with a little extra spice. See you at Spicy Lunch Club — where your lunch break just got a whole lot more interesting. 😈💋
📆 Meets every First Tuesday at noon
📍At the shop (123 W Main)
🍿Bring your lunch and join us!
🛍️ All attendees get 10% off their entire purchase
💌 No sign-up required —