BERGEN COUNTY · INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE · AUTHOR SIGNINGS
Bookends
A source-first guide to visiting this Ridgewood venue, using only the planning information in Stage NJ’s checked venue record.
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PLAN WITH THE SOURCE
What to know before you go.
- Address
- 211 E Ridgewood Ave, Ridgewood, NJ
- Phone
- 201-445-0726
- Venue type
- Independent bookstore · Author signings
- Source status
- Verified with gaps
PARKING · TRANSIT · ACCESS
The practical notes.
These notes summarize the checked official sources. Follow the linked venue pages for the latest instructions before leaving home.
Parking
No dedicated parking instructions were verified on the checked Bookends pages. Call the store about event arrival and check posted downtown parking rules; do not assume parking is included.
Contact Bookends about parkingAccessibility
No detailed accessibility guide was verified. Call Bookends to confirm step-free entry, seating, queue arrangements and accommodations before purchasing an event book.
Accessibility or contact pageFROM THE VERIFIED GUIDE
Upcoming at Bookends.
In-store signings and book events, checked September 8, 2026. Prices are for the listed event book, not a separate general-admission ticket. Choose the attendance option; shipping is for signed copies only. Recheck availability and author rules before purchasing.
Dr. Frank Sileo: Bee Strong — book event
A local psychologist's reading and signing of Bee Strong.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Dog Man character event
A character meet-and-photo event with activities—not an author appearance. Book pickup is November 3.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Harry Connick, Jr. — book event
Meet Harry Connick, Jr. for a signing and photo opportunity—not a concert.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. The $59.99 book/CD bundle is an alternative purchase for this same event, not a second signing. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Jessie James Decker, Sydney Rae Bass & Karen Parker — book event
Meet Jessie James Decker, Sydney Rae Bass & Karen Parker at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Ming-Na Wen — book event
Meet Ming-Na Wen at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Levy Rozman — book event
Meet Levy Rozman at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Nara Aziza Smith — book event
Meet Nara Aziza Smith at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.John Kanell — book event
Meet John Kanell at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Craig Conover — book event
Meet Craig Conover at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Lisa Vanderpump — book event
Meet Lisa Vanderpump at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Terry Bradshaw — book event
Meet Terry Bradshaw at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Bethany Joy Lenz — book event
Meet Bethany Joy Lenz at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Jane Leeves — book event
Meet Jane Leeves at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Jeff Garlin — book event
Meet Jeff Garlin at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Dan Aykroyd — book event
Meet Dan Aykroyd at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Nigel Ng (Uncle Roger) — book event
Meet Nigel Ng (Uncle Roger) at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Boy Meets World cast — book event
Meet Boy Meets World cast at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Gary Sinise — book event
Meet Gary Sinise at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.Teresa Giudice — book event
Meet Teresa Giudice at an in-store book event. See the official listing for the format and attendance requirements.
Checked Sep 8, 2026 · Date, start time and listed book price checked on Bookends’ official upcoming-events catalog September 8, 2026. Event books are nonrefundable; only Bookends purchases may be signed. Photo opportunities and format are subject to author rules. Recheck before booking.BOOKENDS PRESENTS · ELSEWHERE
Not at the bookstore.
These events are on Bookends’ schedule but take place at other venues. Check the official event page for directions and admission. Schedule checked September 8, 2026.
Mike Kelly: After Ground Zero
Fort Lee Public Library · Fort Lee
$32.95 book; confirm attendance requirements
Caroline Manzo · Talk, Q&A and sampling
Sycamore Community Church · Ho-Ho-Kus
$35.00 book/event
An evening with Sophia Bush
The Women's Club of Ridgewood · Ridgewood
$39.99 signed book/event
Pairs well with Bookends
One table to complement the occasion. Our editorial pairing—not a paid partnership.
Thai · THE STAGE NJ PAIRING
Ridge Thai
50 Chestnut Street, Ridgewood, NJ
Why they pair well
Bright aromatics, a little spice, and room for conversation: a lively opening chapter to an author encounter. Curries and noodles bring contrast to a bookish outing without making the meal the main event. Choose lunch or dinner around the signing, and leave time for Bookends’ check-in queue.
Online reservations have not been verified. Use Dining details to contact the restaurant about a table.
Restaurant sources & planning notes
Selections researched September 8, 2026. Confirm menus, prices, hours, accessibility, and table availability directly. Travel times and after-show kitchen hours are not verified. These are editorial suggestions, not reservations or complimentary meals. Arrange travel to the restaurant separately; dining time is not included in ride estimates. For off-site events, use the ticketed event location rather than the venue’s usual address.
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