Pecantown Books & Brews

Wine and True Crime
2025-02-26 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Pecantown Books & Brews, 212 S. Camp Street, Seguin, 78155, United States
This month, Kassie has another story out of Texas. Get your glass of wine and hear about Dean Corll, his murders and Wayne Henley, the teen he turned into a murderer. The book we will discuss explores the grooming and abuses used by Corll.

*This event discusses adult themes, triggers, and disturbing content, please be advised.
Tickets will be available February 12th at 8 pm. Tickets are non-transferable and not refundable.

Paula King Harper and Wilson Pottery
2025-02-22 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for a presentation about the Wilson Pottery Foundation from scholar and descendant Paula King Harper. Learn about the foundation, the history and how freedom and success were achieved for these Texans.

Fantasy Book Club
2025-02-21 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join Hannah and the fantasy book club while they discuss the 3rd installment of Rebecca Yarros’ dragon series,”Onyx Storm.” Grab a glass of wine and share your thoughts with us!

Literary Book Club
2025-02-18 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
The literary book club is reading “Our Hideous Progeny” by C. E. McGill. Grab a glass of wine and join Tess as they discuss this twisty Gothic adventure inspired by Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein.”

Crime Book Club
2025-02-13 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
This month Kassie’s book club is reading “Death in the Air: the true story of a Serial Killer, the Great London Fog, and the strangling of a city” by Kate Winkler Dawson. Come have a glass of wine and discuss this true story that shocked London.

Lone Star Story Hour: Hiram Wilson & Company Leave Their Mark
2025-02-06 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Hiram Wilson arrived in Seguin in 1856 as one of Presbyterian Minister John M. Wilson’s 19 enslaved workers. Four years later, a freed Hiram would launch H. Wilson & Company Pottery, Texas’ first Black-owned business. There, he would pioneer new techniques in pottery-making and branding. At this month’s Lone Star Story Hour, we’ll share the story of the figures behind the H. Wilson Pottery Company, and their lasting impact on Guadalupe County. Join us again on Feb. 22 to meet Paula King Harper, Hiram’s descendant and President of the Wilson Pottery Foundation.

Murder and Mimosas
2025-02-02 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
This Month, Kassie will be telling a harrowing story about 3 sisters and the monster they faced, their own mother. Her primary source is “If You Tell: True Story of Murder, Family Secrets, and the Unbreakable Bond of Sisterhood,” by Gregg Olsen. Join us for brunch and a story that will examine family relationships.

* This story contains adult and triggering themes. Please be advised.
Tickets will be available 1/19 at 6 pm. Email kassie@pecantownbooks.com with any questions.

Author Carol Folbre
2025-02-01 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Pecantown is excited to welcome author Carol Forlbre and the launch of her book “Wishbone: An American Odyssey in Asia” on February 1st! Carol will share parts of her story in a presentation, followed by a Q & A, and book signing. Join us at 11 am.

Wine and True Crime
2025-01-29 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
This Month, Kassie will be telling a harrowing story about 3 sisters and the monster they faced, their own mother. Her primary source is “If You Tell: True Story of Murder, Family Secrets, and the Unbreakable Bond of Sisterhood,” by Gregg Olsen. Join us for a glass of wine and a story that will examine family relationships.

* This story contains adult and triggering themes. Please be advised.
Tickets will be available 1/15 at 8 pm. Email kassie@pecantownbooks.com with any questions.

Literary Fiction Book Club
2025-01-21 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join Tess as they discuss Djinn waits 100 years by Shubnum Khan. This sweeping, gorgeously atmospheric novel about a ruined mansion by the sea, the djinn that haunts it, and a curious girl who unearths the tragedy that happened there a hundred years previous.

Onyx Storm Read-In
2025-01-21 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for a an Onyx Storm Read-In on Tuesday, Jan. 21 from 5 pm – 7 pm! Bring your own copy, or pick up your previously-reserved indie-edition copy here at Pecantown. Enjoy themed baked goods, special drinks, and a quiet space to immerse yourself in this fantastical tale. RSVP for the Read-In only here. If you want to add your name to a waitlist for the book, please call or come by the store!

Poet Alex Salinas
2025-01-11 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Alex Z. Salinas is the author of four poetry collections and a book of stories. His book of poems, Hispanic Sonnets will be featured at our signing here at Pecantown Books & Brews.

Fantasy Book Club
2025-01-10 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
The Fantasy Book Club is reading the 2nd installment of the “4th Wing” series, by Rebecca Yarrows. Come discuss “Iron Flame” with Hannah and friends. Email hannah@pecantownbooks.com for more information.

Crime/Thriller Book Club
2025-01-09 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Kassie’s Book Club is discussing the “The Thursday Murder Club” by Richard Osman on January 9th. Books are available at Pecantown in store or bookshop.org.

Pecantown Closed New Year's Day
2025-01-01

Pecantown Closed New Year's Eve
2024-12-31
Pecantown will be closed New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day for inventory and to enjoy our families. See you January 2nd!

Pecantown Closed for Christmas
2024-12-25
Happy Holidays! Pecantown will be closed 12/25. We look forward to seeing you on 12/26.

Pecantown Closing at 2
2024-12-24 09:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Dear Valued Customer, We would love to get you a last minute book this December 24th. Please come before 2 pm. Full Kitchen and Store access until 2 pm.

Santa and Mrs. Claus
2024-12-14 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Santa is coming to Pecantown! We hope you can join us for a picture and story with Santa. The Line will begin at 2 pm.

Fantasy Book Club
2024-12-13 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Our Fantasy Book Club will discuss “Fourth Wing” by Rebecca Yarros! We know members cannot wait to hear your opinions on the series.

Crime Book Club
2024-12-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Kassie’s Book Club will be discussing Bill James’ “The Man on the Train.” If you are interested in crimes from a century ago, this is the book you are going to consume. Join us December 12 at 6 pm.

Author Brannon Dreibrodt
2024-12-07 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Author Brannon Driebrodt, and his daughter who helped him write his book, will be at Pecantown Saturday, December 7 at 11 am. Join us and get your signed copy of, “My Best Friend God.”

Pecantown Closed
2024-11-28
Dear Friends, Pecantown will be closed Thursday, November 28th to observe Thanksgiving. Join us tomorrow for Black Friday Shopping and Small Business Saturday.

Literary Book Club
2024-11-19 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join Tess and her book club as they discuss “The Extinction of Irena Rey” By Jennifer Croft. This book has a startling beginning and explores the topics of humanity and nature. Join us for a sangria and conversation.

Otto's Cheese Shop Book Signing and Cheese Tasting!
2024-11-16 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Join Pecantown and our neighbors and partners from Otto’s Cheese Shop in New Braunfels as we share the launch of their new book “The Texas Cheese Trail,” written by owners and cheesemongers Bob and Rachel Pineda. Enjoy a cheese tasting, pick up a signed copy of your book, and learn the language of cheese! Tickets for the tasting are required. Books are available for purchase in-store, and ticket holders will enjoy a 10% discount!

Pecantown's Fae & Fête!
2024-11-15 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for a night of fantasy, faeries and fables with music, a lavish grazing table, drinks, tarot readings, fantastical face painting, and an exclusive look at our curated holiday books & merch. Dress up encouraged, so don’t be afraid to come as your high-fae self and dress to impress!
$45 per person

Crime Book Club
2024-11-14 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
This Month Kassie’s Book Club is reading this fiction telling of the Ted Bundy story, “Bright Young Woman” by Jessica Knoll. Join us to discuss this story. Email kassie@pecantownbooks.com with any questions.

Lone Star Story Hour: The Three Emmas - Love, Betrayal, and Beer!
2024-11-07 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
When Pearl Brewing founder Otto Koehler was murdered in 1914, his invalid wife Emma took the reins at the company and built an empire. Join Tess as she tells the story of Emma Koehler and her two nursemaids, also named Emma, and the dangerous love triangle that led to Otto’s demise and the rise and redemption of all three women. Seating is limited. Reserve your tickets today!
For more than 25 years, Emma Koehler was one of the most powerful businesswomen in Texas. Koehler holding the first bottle of beer produced by Pearl Brewery after the repeal of Prohibition in 1933. Beside her is General Manager B.B. McGimsey. ITC IMAGE

Constitution and Cocktails
2024-11-03 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)

Murder and Mimosas
2024-11-03 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
This month Kassie is telling the spooky tale of Seguin’s own Magnolia Hotel. This is a tale of betrayal, murder, mistakes and revenge. Tickets are available now.
Email kassie@pecantownbooks.com for questions.
*Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable*
