PELICAN PAGES DEBUTS SUMMER READING EVENTS CURATED BY LIDO VILLAGE BOOKS
Summer is an ideal time to get lost in a great book. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, relaxing at the beach, or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon, a good read can provide the perfect companion. Embrace the season’s leisurely pace and let yourself be transported to new worlds and adventures with every page you turn. This summer, we are excited to collaborate with Lido Village Books, a local, independent bookstore based right here in Newport Beach. Throughout these sunny months, guests of all ages are welcome to join us in the Great Room to enjoy wonderful stories and engaging discussions that will leave you eagerly anticipating the next literary journey. Keep reading to learn more.
Great Room Storytime
Designed for little readers ages 2+, Great Room Storytime combines reading, crafts, and creativity for a delightful experience. Curated by Lido Village Books, each month has a special theme. You’ll also find a selection of child-friendly drinks and custom cookies to make the occasion even more enjoyable for our youngest guests. Books will be available for purchase, ensuring the fun continues beyond Storytime.
Complimentary to resort and local guests, you can RSVP through our Activities Calendar here.
Pelican Pages Resort Reads
Adult book lovers are welcome to join us this summer for Pelican Pages Resort Reads. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in captivating titles curated by Lido Village Books and gather with fellow story seekers. As an added treat, each attendee can indulge in custom cookies from Sugared and Iced, along with a complimentary glass of prosecco or sparkling water. One important note: please come along no matter where you are in the book and don’t stress about finishing it in its entirety beforehand.
Below are the upcoming dates and absorbing page-turners that have been selected for this summer—complimentary to local and Resort guests, be sure to secure your spot by RSVPing through our Activities Calendar here.
June 23rd at 3 p.m. Great Room
Still Life by Sarah Winman
Description: A richly tapestried novel from acclaimed author Sarah Winman takes readers on a sweeping journey from post-WWII Tuscany to London and back. With a loveable ensemble & a distinctly British sense of humor, Winman weaves in art, family, friendship, wanderlust and the power of community into a story you won’t want to miss.
July 28th at 3 p.m. Great Room
Same as it Ever Was by Claire Lombardo
Description: The highly anticipated summer release from Carole Lomardo, the novelist who brought us best-selling The Most Fun We Ever Had, returns with a witty, poignant tale of complex family dynamics, connections missed and made, and the nuances of the human heart.
August 25th at 3 p.m. Great Room
The Marriage Sabbatical by Lian Dolan
Description: Lian Dolan poses the question, “What if you could take a vacation from your marriage?” in her latest novel. Told with humor and compassion, The Marriage Sabbatical takes the reader on an adventure exploring identity, partnership and what can happen when a couple decides to put into play the “500 mile rule.”
